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Great view from this hotelJust beside from Kumano kodo Increadibly great meal using organic vegetable from localEnglish,Spanish,Chinese language are avabable.Located in middle of Kumano kodo easy to access cityModern Japanese hotel style with great spaSearve you nice hospitality
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Arrived on a trek of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route run by MT Sobek. It's a small eccentric country inn with exceptional food, run by a charming family and their staff, some of whom are young Americans studying Japanese language and culture. The decor is wacky -- a melange of Victorian Japanese bric-a-brac (the owner, Jian, got many items from his grandfather, he said.) Jian is a hilarious storyteller and sometimes serenades his guests by playing Spanish flamenco guitar (he's good.). The clean, comfortable rooms all overlook mountain valleys where the morning mists drift in like a scene from a Kurosawa movie. The onsen baths are small but it's only an eight-room hotel, and they have porches that overlook the valley. When it's cold, a fire burns on the patio. A pot of coffee is put out early for early risers. You can use the inn's washing machine for your clothes, but you must hang them to dry yourself. The food is delicious and infused with color and taste -- mostly Japanese but with fusion elements like pate mixed in. It's amazing how many little tapas-type dishes the tiny kitchen can turn out using seafood, meat and lots of local vegetables. The vegetarians and pescatarians in our group were as happy as the omnivores. We didn't test the kitchen's vegan or gluten-free talents but it was accommodating (given enough warning). And sitting around chatting in the big dining/viewing space, with the staff as part of the conversation is a delight.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip:Some rooms have tatami mats and futons, some Western beds. it's a country inn, so not luxurious,...
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I came back to "Takahara" for the 4th wedding anniversary after 2 years 🙌 Despite the cloudy weather, we drove up the hill and arrived safely without encountering any rain, and were greeted by the smiling Mr. Jitsu with a handshake. I feel so calm when I come here. After arriving, my wife was practicing the violin in the room to play during dinner, so I sat in the corner of the restaurant so as not to disturb her and did some work such as sending emails. . . After a while, it started raining like a bucket had been overturned. One after another, soaking wet customers jumped in. So, I went to the bath before it filled up, and I was the only one there. After a while, a boy from France came in who was 13 years old but 195 cm tall. We talked about various things about France today and sports, and when I got out of the bath, his father appeared. Ahh, it felt so good 🎵
Now, time for dinner❣ The restaurant was full because the hotel was fully booked that day 😉 It's typical of Takahara to have more foreign customers than Japanese customers (・∀・) Nice!! First, a draft beer with my wife 🍻 I always look forward to dinner at Takahara 🎶 Seven Japanese dishes such as edamame, hijiki, and eggplant Tuna sashimi (I don't like it, so I gave it to the kids) Western snacks from Spain, Italy, etc. on one plate Sukiyaki in a one-person pot Tamago with chikuwa and fried tofu Reservation My wife loves grilled sweetfish, so we ordered it at the time.
The table was packed with so many dishes (it was actually quite small (lol)) that it was so busy 👏👏👏
Everything was so delicious that it made us drink more beer 🍺
Now that each table has settled down, it's finally time for my wife to play the violin as promised by Anzen last time 🎻
My wife, who doesn't get nervous even on a big stage, was unusually nervous, but when she started playing the violin, she was perfect, and the wonderful sound echoed through the high-ceilinged restaurant, and everyone was listening intently.
All the customers said something to my wife, and she finally felt relieved and started gulping down her beer 🍺 Oh, thank you for your hard work.
With our stomachs full, we went to the room. . . Good night (-_-)zzz
I woke up at 5:30 in the morning, and when I looked outside, I saw a very mysterious sea of clouds ☁
Good morning ☼ I took a morning bath, ate breakfast, and checked out after a while
Anzen played passionate Spanish guitar just for us 🎸👏👏👏
Takahara really reflects Anzen's personality, and it's a very homey and wonderful inn, and I love it 🎶
When I came here two years ago, he told me about the Spanish TV drama "Lacasa de Papel" and my family and I got hooked on it on NETFLIX (lol)
The professor is so cool ❣
When I come here, my body and mind feel refreshed, and it's our favorite inn, so I'll come back again 👋
I look forward to seeing you again.
Thank you very much. (人''▽｀)Thank you ☆
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:海外からのお客様が多く、異空間にご興味があられる方にはおススメです。
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Recently stay at this onsen inn during our Oku Kumano Kodo self-guided tour. The room is really spacious and has a wonderful view of the mountains, the hosts were warm, kind and cooked us wonderful meals. Will definitely recommend this place to all travelers!
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Date of stay: April 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Be ready to be fed and entertained well by the lovely hosts!
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Beautiful little gem if you are doing Kumabo Kodo or just want to experience the Kii peninsula. Best place i‘ve stayed at during my 5 days hike & excellent food! owners are true hosts and you feel how welcome you are even it is only for one night.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Hard to top the outstanding and articulate prior reviews. Having travelled all over Japan, this one stands out in every way. Only 8 rooms and Jian-san, intends to keep it that way along with his family who assists in running the lodge. Vegan and Vegetarian friendly. Make sure to request all meals when making reservation as the cuisine is top-notch
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip:Make reservations as early as possible given the high reputation of the lodge.
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A real pearl full of poetry in a beautiful location. An unmissable, romantic place to rest during the strenous days of trek for Kumano Kodo trail or to take a break of good food, music and warmth far away the stressfull cities. The kind owner speaks a perfect Spanish, because love Flamenco. Please, ask him to play for you and you may have a unforgettable night. One of the most traditional site of Japan , with a strong feeling of spirituality and love for nature.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Wonderful hotel with great service and fantastic food! The cuisine is a well composed combination of east and west. The staff is particularly delightful. The food is locally sourced and harvested. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Fantastic stay at the Lodge after a full day of pilgrimage trekking. VERY charming host, great bath, top food. Could not wish for anything more. We are 15 happy ladies leaving the Lodge now🤗 Even spanish guitar entertainmenr in the evening.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We felt wonderfully welcome here by Jean-san and the rest of the crew! Delicious food-organic. We loved sitting on the terrace after our hike enjoying the magnificent view and a beer. The bath had a mini onsen. Nice hot water. I would highly recommended staying here
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip:We were the only group staying here.
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Such an amazing experience at Kirk-no-sato. The room was wonderful with a breathtaking view. The hosts/service was above and beyond, simply excellent. The food was outstanding, with so much to eat! This is the perfect place to stay on the Kumano Kodo. 5 stars all-round!
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Main activity is walking there but depend on the season you go , you can do picking mountain vegetable in spring, river swimming in summer, fishing in Autum.
Not that much thing in winter.
There are more places to choose from in the Tanabe area.
PRICE RANGE
$245 - $307 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
JapanKinkiWakayama PrefectureTanabe
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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