It was my 2nd time here and I was again very happy with this accomodation. The rooms are traditional Japanese style and equipped with air-conditioning, safety locker and extra mattresses if you find yours too thin. The communal kitchen is well equipped as well and can become a great spot for conversation and international exchange even. There is a communal bathroom and one separate communal toilet. The accomodation is overall very clean. There are pamphlets of sights to see and things to do around Izumo and other nearby towns so don't be afraid to gain some inspiration from there. The proprietor is always full of smiles and very kind. Check in and check out is very smooth. He is also happy to tell you about things to do in town. If you don't mind sharing a room and a bathroom with others I really recommend staying at Guesthouse itoan!

Stayed in July 2025

The WiFi is not great and no possibility to do the laundry.

The owners are very nice and helpful, the explain the best way possible !

Stayed in May 2025

Great location and clean facility, traditional Japanese style.

Stayed in April 2025

It was very difficult to get in touch with the staff before my arrival. I tried to contact them through Booking.com and got no response. I arrived early and the staff wasn't present, but the email address on the sign they posted appeared to be a dud, as no one responded. They did have phone numbers, but I wasn't able to call a Japanese phone number at the time.

The location was amazing being just around 5 - 10 minutes from the train station. It was also around a lot of restaurants and other food sources. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well! I really enjoyed my time there.

Stayed in February 2025

The upstairs toilet was Japanese squatting style, so it was a little uncomfortable. The sinks only had cold water so you needed to brace yourself in the winter. The common spaces were a bit cold, so it was not an inviting area to linger in.

The location was great. The staff recommended many local restaurants and facilities that were great during my stay. The tatami room and futon were very comfortable, and the other guests were respectful at night so I woke well rested.

Stayed in December 2024

Is very very quiet. The host looks really kind but there is a barrier lnguage. I guess is cause I can’t speak japanese. It looks like in high season they do nice gatherings. The building for sleeping is few meters away from the communal space, is great but since I was the only one there it felt a bit too silent. The price is cheap, is a guesthouse, not a hostel, but the bathroom can improve the cleaning. The rest was very good.

Is a ryokan type, very traditional and cute. Really like the style. It was great location for visiting izumo taishe since is 5 min from the station

Stayed in September 2024

House looks a bit rundown from the outside,but is quite nice inside. Upstairs toilet did unfortunately smell like urine the whole time, but everything else seemed clean.

This place was pretty quiet when I stayed, so I had a whole room to myself. It had everything it needed, plus lots of interesting info in the kitchen and hallway.

Stayed in August 2024

Fairly simple & basic for kitchen & bathroom; still fair for the price. The reception area on main image is not the place of accomodation that i stayed in; it was next door. Not fully clear on where the accommodation was until i got there. Thats Ok but not ideal.

- near train, friendly staff, & budget-friendly.

Stayed in June 2024

Just my bad luck but some of the other guests where noisy really late at night, around 2am. It made it difficult to rest.

Kitchen is nice with complimentary coffee and tea. Everything else was to my satisfaction. Futon beds over tatami are harder than a mattress but of course it's what was advertised so I'm ok with it.

Stayed in April 2024

There was only one toilet for all the ground-floor rooms. Privacy in the rooms is scarce.

The location made the station very easy to access. The building is in the old Ryokan style on the inside, which makes it an enjoyable cultural experience. Tatami-mat rooms and futons for beds. Kitchen is spacious and could easily facilitate cooking a full dinner.

Stayed in March 2024

The traditional Japanese interior is amazing. It may not be as convenient as the modern hotel, but offers the taste of Japanese tradition and history. It has a small kitchen, good enough to prepare meals for yourself. My room is not located at the spot as shown in Google map, but in the nearby building. The owner was waiting for me at the supposed spot (actually, it seems like an interesting small coffee shop, holding discussions for local young people), then brought me to my room.

Stayed in November 2023

Not everywhere is air conditioned, so be prepared for summer :)

Near JR station. Quaint place. I liked the futon beddings!

Stayed in July 2023

entrance door

clean

Stayed in May 2023

Nothing in particular

Great location, short distance to station and many izakayas

Stayed in October 2022

The manager was really friendly, even offering to go to izumo taisha for hatsumode together with other guest. Rustic old school japanese style rooms with futon Quiet area near the station

Stayed in January 2025

Kind and welcoming staff. Easy check-in, check-out system. Great location. Affordable price. Free tea corner. I’ve been looking for a cosy, traditional Japanese house to stay at, and this property is absolutely perfect. P.S Love the illustration too!

Stayed in November 2024

Meeting new people

Stayed in October 2024

Could do with a stool to sit on in the wash room.

Traditional style guest house. Excellent host

Stayed in October 2024

No privacy, you share the room with someone else and there are no curtains, only a very small separator. Also even though we were 2 guests only we stayed in the same room. Shower is very annoying, even on low pressure it feels like it’s piercing your skin because the shower head holes are very thin. And it’s impossible to adjust, it goes from hot to cold every 30 seconds. Very bad. Shower time from 4PM to 9AM Many insects: spiders, cockroaches, mosquitoes. No electric Japanese toilet, so no bidet. And there’s only 1 toilet in the whole house. The price is too high. I stayed in waaay nicer places with privacy for literally half the price. The place shown first in the pictures is not where the actual sleeping space is, it’s in a different building down the street. That’s kinda misleading. The first picture you see is the one of a cafe or something. Host speaks only Japanese.

Host is very nice and helpful Close to the station Cool room design

Stayed in August 2024

Great recommendations to explore Izumo and relaxing atmosphere

Stayed in June 2024

The bath and washing machine are out of order. The shower was not great as the water pressure was too strong and unadjustable.

Nice traditional kominka

Stayed in June 2024

The guest house and the street were quiet but I also enjoyed a lot meeting the other guests in the common room.

Stayed in June 2024

Nothing :)

Really nice house with a traditional feel. Everything was clean, and you can enjoy a japanese traditional room at a very competitive price. I loved chatting with the other people who were staying there, and everyone seemed to enjoy the relaxing ambience of the place.

Stayed in March 2024

A great way to experience tatami mat bedroom. Everything was great except for the lack ventilation toilet. The house was tip top clean. Owner was friendly. Very near to the station and almost everything is a walk away. The futon was comfy. Room was warm with heater. Very peaceful area too.

Stayed in December 2023