20 Japanese Guest Houses (Minshuku) in Okinawa

Kudaka Island is called 'God's Island' and is regarded as a special place by the people of Okinawa.This is because it is said that Amamikiyo, the ancestral deity who initiated the cultivation that led to the birth of the Ryukyu Kingdom, descended from heaven here, and Okinawa is believed to have originated from this island.Although the secret festival held once every 12 years since the Ryukyu dynasty ceased in 1978 due to a lack of successors, the island's cultural heritage remains significant, and the community center displays valuable photographs from that time.Please be sure to visit the island and enjoy sightseeing! (^^♪ Our facility is just a 5-minute walk from the port!Located near Kudaka Elementary School and the island's post office! There are light meal options and cafes nearby, situated within a residential area. Feel at home at Kudaka Island, relax, and spend leisurely moments engaging in conversations with the island's elders! Relieve the fatigue of daily life and refresh yourself with a sense of rejuvenation and reset! The accommodation is a two-story detached house where the owner couple, who also serve as Kudaka Island's tour guides, live with their parents. With two rooms on the second floor, it can host up to a maximum of six guests. It's a seasonal activity, but you can also experience "sea grape harvesting" at the sea grape farm run by the owner. If you are interested, please confirm on-site.

Ishigaki Island, Shiraho Village – A picturesque and beautiful rural settlement.A women-only accommodation '-Living Inn- Pakira' welcomes you for stays starting from three nights. Our inn is a cozy place for those who want to experience a serene lifestyle, not just a trip for sightseeing purposes. Shiraho Village is not a tourist resort but a traditional settlement featuring homes with red-tiled roofs, Fukugi tree-lined paths, and Fukugi Ishigaki walls, creating a scenery that feels like stepping into a painting.Surrounded by the beautiful landscape and traditional culture of this remote island, you can experience island living while feeling the richness of nature. As a guesthouse, the living room, kitchen, toilet, and shower are shared, but all rooms are private. With well-equipped kitchen facilities, self-catering is possible, and long-term stays are popular. This accommodation is perfect for telework, a life break, or a brief migration experience. For your next travel plan, why not consider a stay at 'Pakira' in Shiraho Village? The experience here will surely become a wonderful memory that touches your heart, and you will fall in love with Shiraho Village. We will assist you to ensure you enjoy your stay in Ishigaki Island.

THE KITCHEN HOSTEL AO provides a comfortable sleep and a relaxing environment. The interior of the second-floor hostel and first-floor rental space is a simple and cozy place surrounded by selected furniture, lighting, and greenery. Enjoy your journey tailored to your individual needs. Offering high-quality and convenient accommodations along with electric kickboard rentals to provide a unique travel experience. The second-floor hostel, which spreads out above the stairs, is a spacious and tranquil place where you can feel pleasant sunlight. Providing a time to heal travel fatigue and refresh yourself. THE KITCHEN HOSTEL AO offers a tourism experience that allows you to closely experience Okinawa’s inherent potential through an active and eco-conscious perspective. Proposing a 'tourism experience.'

Private room The shower and toilet are shared.