25 miles from Kagoshima Chuo Station in Kirishima, Live here like local Japanese do provides accommodations with access to a hot spring bath. This homestay features free private parking, a shared kitchen, and free Wifi. Kagoshima Station is 25 miles from the homestay, and Kirishima Jingu Shrine is 12 miles away. The air-conditioned units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a microwave, coffee machine, and a fridge. There's a shared bathroom with bidet in every unit, along with slippers, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. Guests can also relax in the garden. Senganen Garden is 19 miles from the homestay, while Ebino Plateau is 21 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kagoshima Airport, 9.3 miles from Live here like local Japanese do.

Couples in particular 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 (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Hot spring bath


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
3 futon beds
1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.2
High score for Kirishima

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Arianne
    Canada Canada
    Staying a Yuki-san’s place was a highlight of our time in Japan. The room was comfortable and spacious, the outdoor footbath was amazing, the house was very clean and well-maintained, and Yuki-san was so kind, even going out of his way to help us...
  • Aleksander
    Poland Poland
    Great place to stay! Spacious, comfortable and with good location close to the airport or train station.
  • La
    United States United States
    Yuki was an exceptional host. His place is so clean, organized, and felt very comfortable there.
  • Marino
    Japan Japan
    Yuki-san the owner of the guesthouse is one of the kindest and fun persons I met in Japan. Who cares so much of the well being of his guests. On top of that the guesthouse is so clean and cleaned by him everyday. Whenever you have questions you...
  • Levy
    Israel Israel
    Unique and amazing experience. Best so far in my trip to Japan. Clean, beautiful, authentic and comfortable. The host is truly an amazing person, we had a great talk. 200% recommend
  • Noa
    Israel Israel
    Amazing host!! We had a great conversation during the evening, he shared local suchu with me which I loved and his house is beautiful and cozy. I wished I stayed longer. Also it is just next to the bus station that goes directly to the airport...
  • Yu-ting
    Taiwan Taiwan
    A typical japanese house! I love the room with tatami. It’s really cute. And the host is nice! He gave useful tips and warm greetings as well!
  • Kelly
    Japan Japan
    Yuki san is such a super host~ everything in his home is so tidy and clean and comfortable~~ I love his cat, Mugi~ although she is a true scaredy cat… lol The house also has onsen too~ I really enjoyed my stay~
  • Sexton
    Singapore Singapore
    Awesome host who spoke English. Perfect base to explore Kirishima mountain area.
  • Wong
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The house is very clean. The host is friendly and helpful. We really lived like a local Japanese do. We can also have a taste of free Sake while enjoying the foot bath.

Hosted by Tomoyuki Eizono

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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

Area info

Amenities of Live here like local Japanese do
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • 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
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Spa

    • 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 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's 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 need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

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

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

    While this property offers stays longer than one month, Booking.com isn't offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who participate in this offering won't have any rights or interests as a tenant for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

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

    It's 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

    • The prices at Live here like local Japanese do may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

      • Hot spring bath
      • Foot bath
    • Live here like local Japanese do is 0.9 miles from the center 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 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.