Minshuku Kanjiya

“Memorable experiencia”

The dinner was exceptional, the lady who served us was friendly and made the experience memorable, and waking up in Shirakawago felt magical.

Felipe·2 हफ़्ते पहले

“Rural perfection!”

The food, amenities and comfort were excellent, and the host was exceptional, giving an authentic experience.

Bret·3 हफ़्ते पहले

I wish we could have stayed longer!

Greta·4 हफ़्ते पहले

“Memorable experience at Kanjiya and Shirakawago”

The minshuku was unforgettable, with a meticulously prepared Japanese dinner and breakfast. The innkeeper was warm and courteous, even arranging a surprise cake for my son’s birthday. Our three‑person room had air‑conditioning and fans, and the onsen, though small, was spotless; we took turns using it. Located inside the Shirakawago UNESCO World Heritage Site (no. 28 on the map), we drove to the minshuku after letting the security guard know. Free parking was available in front of the property, and after checkout we could leave our car and walk to the heritage site the next morning, all within walking distance. We could also take a shuttle bus or walk up and down the observatory hill; we chose the shuttle bus (next to no. 57 on the map, check the schedule) and then walked down the slope. We enjoyed the Heritage Museum, Wada House, and bought custard pudding from Shirakawago Purin no le (Pudding House). Nothing negative.

Cheh·3 महीने पहले

“Perfect in every way”

I got exactly what I expected—a genuinely authentic Japanese stay in a traditional house in this picturesque village. It was small and intimate, with only five guests when I arrived. We shared all meals, a full Japanese set made in‑house with seasonal ingredients, in the dining room by the hearth, and I chatted pleasantly with other guests. Each tatami‑covered room had a little veranda where we could sit, sip tea, and look out over the village. The room itself was simple, with just a coffee table that moved aside at night for the futon, and I slept very comfortably on it. Even though it was late June, the fan set to low kept me cool. The rooms were separated by sliding paper doors, which meant no sound‑proofing; I accepted that as part of the experience. I was a bit nervous about the communal bathroom, but there were no issues; men and women had separate stalls, and bathing involved showering then soaking in the “onsen,” which was more like a tub. The village is crowded with day‑trippers from Kanazawa, but after they left in the late afternoon you have the place to yourself, and it truly transforms. The stars were beautiful, and walking through the village early in the morning was unparalleled. I would love to return in winter to experience that as well. No negatives.

Amber·3 महीने पहले