You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tetsu-juro (former Ogunis ) , Himeji Castles back parlor-like"400-year-old inn"
Himeji Castle’s back parlor-like 400-year-old inn ”Tetsu-juro”【former Oguni’s residence】
The 400-year-old nationally registered tangible cultural property accommodation facility ‘Tetsu-juro’. Former Oguni house is the birthplace of Tetsu-juro Oguni, who’s family was village headmen during the Edo period. He was executed as a substitute for farmers during the Bantan Uprising in 1871. This place is also known for a clinic which contributed to local medical care from the Meiji to the Showa period. This inn was named after Tetsu-juro.
In 2007, the main house, row-house gate, clinic and earthen walls were registered as a National Cultural Property for the first time in Kanzaki-gun, Hyogo Prefecture.
【About the room】
Living room 8 tatami, bedroom 8 tatami, Japanese-style room 8 tatami, Japanese-style room 6 tatami, entrance hall (for displaying piano, books, etc.) 8 tatami, 2 toilets, bathroom. Renovated into a comfortable space so you can relax and enjoy the history.
※1. Enjoy the illuminated Japanese garden while enveloped in the scent of cypress in our cypress-made, gourd-shaped bathtub.
※2. All flooring uses cypress wood, making it pleasant to walk barefoot. Combined with the scent of cypress, fully enjoy this healing space.
【How to spend time at former Oguni’s residence】
The restaurant of “Tai-no-Yume”sea bream soba and Uwajima sea bream sushi, and “Hitotsubu” bakery, both located in a separate building on the premises, are also recommended!
Train: Himeji Station to JR Fukusaki Station (25 minutes)
*1 km, 14 minutes walk from JR Fukusaki Station (pick-up and drop-off available,
reservation required) 【About Fukusaki Town】
Fukusaki is also the birthplace of Kunio Yanagida, the father of Yokai research. It is fun to spot the many yokai that live in the town, such as the kappa Kajiro in Tsujigawayama Park and the yokai bench! 【 Surrounding tourist spots 】
Himeji castle Takeda castle ruins Japan Toy Museum Ikuno silver mine
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Shiota Onsen. Features include free breakfast and concierge services. The villa offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
Air-conditioned villa with kitchen, living room, and dining area
Free breakfast offered
Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Services include a concierge
Onsite recreation includes a playground
12 minutes by car from Japan Toy Museum and 15 minutes from Myoshoji Temple
Free breakfast is available. This villa also features barbecue grills, a garden, and concierge services.
This Fukusaki villa is smoke free.
Guests are served free breakfast.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number M280037134
We should mention
As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.