Live here like local Japanese do features a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 40 km of Kagoshima Chuo Station and 41 km of Kagoshima Station. It is situated 19 km from Kirishima Jingu Shrine and provides a shared kitchen. Guests can make use of a garden. The air-conditioned units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a microwave, coffee machine, and a fridge. With a shared bathroom fitted with a bidet and slippers, units at the homestay also boast free WiFi, while some rooms include a terrace. All units will provide guests with a tatami and a kettle. Senganen Garden is 31 km from the homestay, while Ebino Plateau is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kagoshima Airport, 15 km from Live here like local Japanese do.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site

Hot spring bath


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.1
High score for Kirishima
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  • Michele
    Italy Italy
    The private hot spring and the large selection of Shochu. And obviously the room with the typical futon and tatami
  • Mark
    Taiwan Taiwan
    A very comfortable true local experience in a quaint and charming little home stay run by an amazing host. The home stay is quite far away from things, but this will enhance the feeling that you are living like a local Japanese. Especially when...
  • Mikel
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The owner Yuki was fantastic and very helpful. His place is very nice, cozy and comfortable. It has all needed facilities and an extra - very nice hot spring football bath. We would have loved to try some shochu and explored the beautiful...

Hosted by Tomoyuki Eizono

9.9
9.9
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Tomoyuki Eizono
【日本人の方へ】 ここのところ、説明文や写真をよく確認せずに安い料金だけを見て挨拶もなしに予約→しばらくして無言キャンセルをする方(ほとんどが中高年日本人)が急増しておりほんとうに迷惑しております。せっかく当宿に魅力を感じてくださっている方がその間予約できなかったりするのです。 当宿は通常のホテルなどと異なり「ホームステイ型」かつ国際交流等に興味・関心がある方が世界中から訪れてくださる、少し特殊で小さな民家の宿です。アップしてある写真を見ていただければ普通の宿と違うことがすぐに分かると思います。田舎の日本家屋が珍しくもない日本人にとって当宿がなんの魅力もないことは私も開業当初から重々承知しておりますので、旅行客のために造られた快適な宿を希望される方は別の施設をお探しくださいますようお願いいたします。こういった文言は書きたくなかったのですが、あまりにひどい状況が続いておりますため悩んだ末掲載することにいたしました。同じ日本人として非常に情けないです。予めご了承くださいませ。 【About type】 It's been 7 years since I started this little guest house here. This is a homestay type, where I, the owner, and other guests live together. Recommended for those who want to experience international exchange and the real atmosphere of the Japanese countryside. I hope you like your leisurely time here! :) 【About this house】 This small building built about 40 years ago is the first generation house made with new construction materials in our country. The house of that generation is losing popularity and is beginning to disappear. This house was also getting old and planned to demolish. However, this house is what my grandmother built at the end of her life. When I heard the story of demolition, I was very sad. I fixed this small, old house. And successfully passed the current standards set by country. 【About hot spring】 Because Kirishima is a hot spring resort, natural hot springs come out from the bath faucet. The ingredients are mainly sodium / bicarbonate, it is effective for stress symptoms, circulatory disorders, and many other diseases. Because it is a natural hot spring, temperature control is impossible. Please add water if necessary. Please be careful of burns. 【About bedding】 There is no bed. Like traditional Japanese houses, lay down a Futon(bedding in Japan) on a Tatami(General floor in Japan). Futon is a Japanese "single long" size. futon matress: 100cm×210cm coverlet futon: 150cm×210cm blanket: 140cm×200cm pillow: 43cm×63cm So it's a bit small. Please note.
I have lived in many places in Japan. Kirishima is a small city in the countryside, but it is a very peaceful area where time flows slowly. I opened this guesthouse because I wanted people to know the real life in this quiet area. I want many people to know the charm of this place! :)
Kirishima City has Kagoshima Airport, so access from other areas is convenient. It is located at the base of the Satsuma Peninsula and the Osumi Peninsula, making it easy to access both east and west. Surrounded by the Kirishima mountain range, which is full of beautiful spots, there is a calm inland sea where dolphins swim to the south. It is a very nice area where you can enjoy delicious food, hot springs, and rich nature. I hope you enjoy your stay here! :)
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Live here like local Japanese do
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Wellness
    • Foot bath
    • Hot spring bath
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Live here like local Japanese do takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 6:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 0:00 and 6:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Live here like local Japanese do in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    License number: 指令姶保第26号の5

    FAQs about Live here like local Japanese do

    • Live here like local Japanese do is 0.9 miles from the centre of Kirishima. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Live here like local Japanese do is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Live here like local Japanese do may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Live here like local Japanese do offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot spring bath
      • Foot bath