Samurai Hotel Naraiso

Big rambling ryokan up the hill from the end of the main street in Narrai an easy walk from the station, although the friendly owner Joe will gladly pick you up. He speaks great English after years running a dive boat in Cairns! Spotless cleanliness and very good food. Only a few guests when I was there but Joe likes it that way. He insisted on taking my luggage to meet me at Yaruhaba station after I walked the Torii pass. A superb host (and swordsman)!

I only stayed one night but should’ve booked two! There is a fleet of new mountain bikes and electrics in the foyer and I would’ve loved to take one exploring. Next time…

האירוח היה מזמין וביתי מאוד, ארוחת הערב והבוקר היו מעולות! ממש כמו לאכול במסעדה טובה. הנוף מדהים. הצוות עזר לנו בכל מה שהיינו צריכים. החדר, השירותים והמקלחת היו נקיים מאוד!

מעט מרוחק מהתחנה - כחצי שעה של הליכה, אבל שווה את זה כי הוא ממוקם ביער במקום יפה מאוד. השירותים משותפים אבל נקיים מאוד ויש המון תאים. חוץ מזה הכול היה באמת מושלם.

An absolutely memorable stay. The place is beautiful — the building, the atmosphere of the village, everything feels authentic and peaceful. The rooms are spotless and full of character, and the food is excellent. But what makes this address truly exceptional is the welcome. The owner, Jo Sensei, and his team received us like invited guests rather than customers. He took the time to sit down with us and help us plan our itineraries, suggested detours we would never have found in any guidebook, and even took care of logistical details for the rest of our trip. He also gave us a katana handling demonstration — a moment we will not forget. Nothing was ever too much trouble. This is exactly the kind of experience that makes a trip to Japan unforgettable. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts — we recommend this place without the slightest hesitation.

Hotellet ligger med en smuk udsigt over bjergene i gå afstand til selve byen. Værelserne er rigtig hyggelige i japansk stil og maden er rigtig god.. Fællesbadet er ok.

Selve hotellet kunne godt trænge til en kærlig hånd da det så ville fremstå rigtig flot. Også rengøring generelt kunne være bedre.