Reviews of FarmStayINN 母屋 Sanzaemon-tei GuestHouse Second floor Shiga-Takasima Traditional Japanese architecture house Limited to one group per day
520-1601 Shiga, Takashima, 高島市今津町深清水１０１０−１, Japan
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Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe hosts were amazing. The Fujiwara's are an amazing family, very sweet, accommodating and helpful. Mrs.Fujiwara filled our bath every day before we returned from exploring the sights, and they gave us fireworks to light up as a compliment because it's a Japanese tradition. The house was immaculate, we stayed in other places around Japan ,but this was,by far, the cleanest one. We also paid extra for breakfast,which Mrs.Fujiwara made and it was absolutely delicious! Everything was literally perfect! There are many activities to do around the area.
We liked everything!
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewA perfect countryside Japanese farmhouse stay. By far the best stay of my trip here. Owners are so kind and go above and beyond to make you feel at home. They prepare your bath, take you shopping, and even to rent a bicycle and then to the train station on my last day. Amazing people. The classical music and the view every morning are just exquisite. Could not be happier. Incredible value for your money also.
Reviewed: 27 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe owner, Fujiwara, left us wanting for more. He picked us up from the station and gave us a tour of the city, as well as bringing us to a supermarket to get some food for dinner and breakfast the next day. He was incredibly sweet and helpful. The house was beautiful and the city was quiet. We could relax completely. We have nothing else to say but thanks, and we will come back!
Reviewed: 30 January 2025 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewEverything is perfect
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Good evening! 😊 We are so happy to hear that you felt comfortable during your stay. Unlike modern hotels in the city, we take pride in preserving Japan’s long-standing traditions together with the local community. We would love to welcome you again someday!
Good evening! 😊 We are so happy to hear that you felt comfortable during your stay. Unlike modern hotels in the city, we take pride in preserving Japan’s long-standing traditions together with the local community. We would love to welcome… Show more
Reviewed: 29 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewGreat place to stay.Very clean. Amazing hospitality and really a nice place to stay that you won't regret.
Reviewed: 28 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe accommodation is hosted by the loveliest couple, with very thoughtful touches. It definitely feels like visiting your grandparents. The place is spacious for a solo traveller.
Good evening! 😊 How have you been? Many guests say that staying here feels like visiting their grandparents' house in a Japanese anime. Did you have a relaxing time enjoying the scenery and sightseeing in Japan? Each season brings a different charm, so we hope you’ll have a chance to experience them all. We look forward to welcoming you again! Fujiwara
Good evening! 😊 How have you been? Many guests say that staying here feels like visiting their grandparents' house in a Japanese anime. Did you have a relaxing time enjoying the scenery and sightseeing in Japan? Each season brings a di… Show more
Reviewed: 13 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 December 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewWe loved our stay. The couple are super nice and friendly. They did their best to understand us even before we arrived through booking.
I'm so glad you felt welcomed even before you arrived. 😊 It was a pleasure to welcome you. We always try to make our guests feel at home, regardless of the language. Next time, let's chat more. Maybe we can master a new word together! 😉 I hope you're well and look forward to seeing you again! Fujiwara Family 🌟
I'm so glad you felt welcomed even before you arrived. 😊 It was a pleasure to welcome you. We always try to make our guests feel at home, regardless of the language. Next time, let's chat more. Maybe we can master a new word togeth… Show more
Reviewed: 21 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewPeaceful farm house with traditional Japanese bedding (surprisingly comfy). Run by a lovely older couple and their son who really make you feel welcomed.
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of our farmhouse and found the traditional Japanese bedding surprisingly comfortable—it’s one of the details we take pride in! Your kind words about our family mean so much to us. Making our guests feel welcomed and at home is our greatest joy. We’ll continue to cherish this special place and hope to welcome you back for more relaxing moments surrounded by nature. 🌿 Warm regards, FUJIWARA FAMILY
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of our farmhouse and found the traditional Japanese bedding surprisingly comfortable—it’s one of the details we take pride in! … Show more
Reviewed: 14 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewa lovely stay in a traditional farm-house. a real country-side experience with so nice people! even had a mini-onsen-like experience. it is a quit place, we where looking for this kind of experience. the land -lord is living downstairs, we had a big traditional room upstairs.
Dear Katrin-san. Thank you for your wonderful comment. We are grateful that you chose our accommodation during your trip around Japan. This location away from the city is the best place to enjoy rural life surrounded by mountains and lakes, surrounded by nature. When you want to get away from the crowded city and go to a quiet place, Shiga Takashima will welcome you and give you healing and power. Enjoying nature with all your senses and spending time in a traditional old house is a very valuable experience. If you miss this place again, please come back anytime! We welcome you with the nature of Shiga Takashima (^-^) Host Fujiwara
Dear Katrin-san. Thank you for your wonderful comment. We are grateful that you chose our accommodation during your trip around Japan. This location away from the city is the best place to enjoy rural life surrounded by mountains and lakes,… Show more
Reviewed: 15 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewHospitality and coziness
There was nothing I didn’t like
Good evening 😊 The hot summer has subsided and the nights here have become cooler. The moon and the starry sky are beautiful tonight ♪ I'm very happy that you felt comfortable here. I still remember your warm smile. I hope to see you again. FUJIWARA
Good evening 😊 The hot summer has subsided and the nights here have become cooler. The moon and the starry sky are beautiful tonight ♪ I'm very happy that you felt comfortable here. I still remember your warm smile. I hope to see you ag… Show more
Reviewed: 12 August 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewI'm glad I stayed here for one night because it was just a delightful experience. The hosts are very welcoming, kind, and well-prepared to communicate with you with a translator app. I was a solo traveler so it made a huge difference that I could talk to these lovely hosts. They are keen to share about the local area, so if you need some tips on what to do don't hesitate to ask them. I would definitely suggest this rural experience to anyone visiting Japan. I hope I can return here in the future and visit the Fujiwaras
Good evening 😊 How are you? When we first got you, we had a rare incident, but you were so generous in your response, and we would like to express our sincere gratitude. It was such a coincidence that we were surprised ♪ We are grateful and respectful of your kindness, interest in Japanese culture, and your wonderful comments. We hope to see you again. FUJIWARA
Good evening 😊 How are you? When we first got you, we had a rare incident, but you were so generous in your response, and we would like to express our sincere gratitude. It was such a coincidence that we were surprised ♪ We are grateful and… Show more
Reviewed: 19 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewExcellent stay at this beautiful guest house during our cycle around Lake Biwa! It's an absolute gem of a place. The property itself is very well maintained, with traditional features throughout (such as the tatami room and the Kotatsu in the living room). The owners were extremely friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we had a comfortable stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would love to come back! Highly recommended.
Nothing at all, this was a 10/10 place and the most memorable part of our trip to Japan!
Good evening😊 Good evening. We are very honored that you both chose our accommodation for your wonderful travel plans. Japanese life and architecture since ancient times. Did you enjoy our garden? Please continue to enjoy the scenery of Japan!FUJIWARA
Good evening😊 Good evening. We are very honored that you both chose our accommodation for your wonderful travel plans. Japanese life and architecture since ancient times. Did you enjoy our garden? Please continue to enjoy the scenery of Jap… Show more
Reviewed: 4 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewInstructions by the host were precise and clear before the checkin. The rooms were sparkling clean, hosts were super friendly and helpful! Location is great to multiple sights in the neighborhood. (Metasequoia trees, cherry blossom, etc. ) Everything is as described in the property descruption. Even better than the pictures. Hosts do not speak english, however they are well prepared with a translator app.
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Thank you for planning a trip to Takashima, Shiga with its cherry blossoms the other day. Did you and your family enjoy the quiet time in Japan, which is different from the big cities? I was very happy to have so much communication. I hope we can meet again in this area where you can feel the four seasons.
Thank you for planning a trip to Takashima, Shiga with its cherry blossoms the other day. Did you and your family enjoy the quiet time in Japan, which is different from the big cities? I was very happy to have so much communication. I hope … Show more
Reviewed: 6 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewIt really did feel like staying at my grandparents house in Japan. The staff were so friendly, kind and intentional and the food prepared for us in the morning was phenomenal.
N/A - it was an extremely comfortable stay.
Thank you for finding our accommodation while enjoying Shiga and Lake Biwa in late autumn. We, the local residents, will be happy if the scenery from our bicycle trip remains in our memories forever. You can enjoy nature throughout the year. Please come visit us anytime ♪ Fujiwara's grandma and grandpa
Thank you for finding our accommodation while enjoying Shiga and Lake Biwa in late autumn. We, the local residents, will be happy if the scenery from our bicycle trip remains in our memories forever. You can enjoy nature throughout the year… Show more
Reviewed: 22 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewWe stayed at the Farm Inn Sanzaemon for a single night as a break from the rush from the big cities. And what a break it was! The family who runs the inn showed almost endless hospitality, and they were so kind and wholesome. A lovely couple indeed! The Inn itself is a big traditional Japanese house with tatami mats and a wooden interior, which just looks amazing. The room we slept in had a view of the sun rising in the morning and a serene view over the fields of rice and vegetables growing in the countryside. We were so happy choosing to stay at this Farm Inn. It has been nothing short of an incredible experience, staying there and meeting this lovely family.
Thank you very much for using the other day. Even in Japan, I like the scenery where the countryside spreads out and Lake Biwa and the sky are connected as one. The living is rooted in the rich natural flora and fauna of each season, and the buildings are also traditionally constructed according to them. The whole family appreciates your nice comments. Thank you for letting me feel the time and space that cannot be experienced in the city. I look forward to seeing you again. Host Fujiwara
Thank you very much for using the other day. Even in Japan, I like the scenery where the countryside spreads out and Lake Biwa and the sky are connected as one. The living is rooted in the rich natural flora and fauna of each season, and th… Show more
Reviewed: 9 April 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewthis is a wonderful house I ever been. the whole family are very kind and friendly, just make me feel I stay with my own family, just alittle bit language problem family though. we are definitely will come back again! thank you all! we are having a great time there.
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We are very happy to receive such wonderful feedback from all of you. It seems that you enjoyed the vast natural scenery of SHIGA-TAKASHIMA, and your smiles are very memorable. I was also impressed by the food culture around here that I had researched in advance. See you again (^^)/ FUJIWARA
We are very happy to receive such wonderful feedback from all of you. It seems that you enjoyed the vast natural scenery of SHIGA-TAKASHIMA, and your smiles are very memorable. I was also impressed by the food culture around here that I had… Show more
Reviewed: 31 March 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewIt was the best place to stay in Shiga, Takashima and was the highlight of our trip in Japan. We stayed for two nights. The kindness of Fujiwara-san has constantly surprised me. He is very welcoming, attentive and helpful throughout our stay. We even received a beautiful thank you note from the host! It was a nice touch. The place is very clean and the scenery is gorgeous. It was a memorable experience for us. Will definitely come again ❤️
How was your trip in Japan? Thank you for choosing SHIGA-TAKASHIMA for your travel plans. I was very happy that your personalities were good and that you treated us kindly. Next time, I will tell you a lot of interesting information even for locals. Let's meet again! FUJIWARA
How was your trip in Japan? Thank you for choosing SHIGA-TAKASHIMA for your travel plans. I was very happy that your personalities were good and that you treated us kindly. Next time, I will tell you a lot of interesting information even fo… Show more