Miyama Kaya Villa

Family-Friendly Features: Spacious lawns for children to play, baby chairs, and safe outdoor areas. Activities such as cycling, exploring nearby villages, and observing wildlife (e.g., rhinoceros beetles) cater to families and groups of all ages.

We stayed at Mutoya for two nights. The house is quite far from the famous Kayabuki-no-Sato village, so I recommend this lovely house to people who wish to experience life as it really is in Miyama without the tourists. The house is old but carefully maintained, and has everything you need for a long stay. (A washing machine, kettle, microwave and auch) We were able to borrow bicycles for free since we stayed for two consecutive nights. They also let us use their telescope, and since it was a full moon night, we also enjoyed moongazing at night. Breakfast is self-catered with locally produced milk, eggs, toast and jam. For dinner we ordered a set meal and Sukiyaki. A local cook will come and set the table for you. Hand-drip local coffee and tea are also available for free. During our stay, we spent time appreciating not only the old thatched house itself but also the local blessings that have been nurtured by the locals for a long time. We walked the neighborhood, took pictures, watched the moon over the porch, visited another old house cafe nearby, chatted around the fireplace, read books, or did nothing but lie on the tatami mats and relax. The Internet environment is also available, so it is recommended for workcation.