After staying at several Ryokans, I discovered that some offer more privacy than others. However, the walls here are incredibly thin, to the point where you can hear your neighbors breathing while they sleep. Earplugs are definitely a must. Additionally, this Ryokan is quite far from the port compared to other accommodations

It was a nice experience. Spacious room. The mattress on the tatami and the heavy blanket were so comfy that I had a great sleep (with earplugs, of course)

Stayed in April 2025

Very thin walls

Very nice and beautiful house. Everything is thought out, a lot of pleasant little things. They were very hospitable and helped me navigate the ferries and museums. It was very nice to stay here.

Stayed in April 2025

We loved our stay here. We arrived late after our car had broken down and the host was so kind and helped us communicate with the rental company. The house is beautifully decorated, and you instantly feel at home. We wish we could have stayed for longer. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay after a day on Naoshima or Teshima, then look no further!

Stayed in March 2025

All good

The vibe

Stayed in March 2025

If you have a light sleep it might be a bit challenging. Part of the original experience is paper thin walls between the rooms. I did think it was a genuinely great experience though and part of the country!

If you want a really original experience, this is your place. Staying at Toranjyo-lit feels like your Japanese Grandmother invited you in. I really liked the charm of the house. Staff was very friendly and especially great in communication through messages. Everything is put down very carefully and thoughtfully, you can lend a lot of things (kimonos for the house, towels, hot warer bottel,….). In the kitchen I could prepare tea and food. They even sell some soup and snacks. The vegan options surprised me and were VERY welcome!! The room was spacious and very beautiful. The garden is very original and meditative with a great view over the city. If you want to take day trips to either of the art islands, it’s the perfect place. The ferry is just 15 min away and the staff will explain everything very nicely.

Stayed in January 2025

No

Everything is so good and thanks Yuki for taking us to the port!

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing.

Cozy and welcoming traditional atmosphere. As well as a vibey and comfortable room. The staff are amazing, showed us where to go and also brought us by car to the station without us asking.

Stayed in December 2024

Walls between rooms were a little tooooo paper thin, even for Japanese standards.

Very lovely staff! They picked me up from the train and were very welcoming. It's basic but warm and nice!

Stayed in November 2024

Excellent staff and very helpful in transfer to/from the train station.

Beautiful location and lovely traditional home. Communal feeling which was very friendly.

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing - it was amazing!

The house is amazing - so beautiful and in a great location. The futon was very comfortable and the room spacious. Everything was very clean. Amazing waking up with such a beautiful garden!

Stayed in November 2024

Lovely garden and staff was really helpfull and friendly.

Stayed in November 2024

Beautiful traditional old house. Very helpful staff. Lovely breakfast.

Stayed in November 2024

Very charming authentic house on the hill, with tatami, sliding doors and futon. Expect to hear everything your neighbours do but nonetheless loved my stay here and slept very well. Good homemade breakfast, nice little garden in front with view on the port and sea.

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing

Perfect guesthouse if you are travelling to Naoshima. You can take the ferry. it’s only 20 minutes on the boat and the port is 10-15 min walk away. The house was full of character and amenities were great (think snacks, tea, pyjamas, tooth paste, first aid kit,…). Room was very clean and comfortable. Very warm welcome when we arrived and received useful information about the ferry etc. Would’ve stayed longer than one night because this place was so nice.

Stayed in October 2024

100+ Yr old home, very cosy and perfect for our young family. Staff were all very helpful and friendly. 10min walk into eateries and shopping area. We had a relaxing and restful time.

Stayed in October 2024

Very nice stay at a quiet ryokan with a nice host

Stayed in October 2024

We were warmly welcomed by the host, the house was beautiful and we had restful sleep.

Stayed in October 2024

A beautiful little Homestay only a ten minute walk from the train station and the port. The staff were super helpful in recommending local spots and with the ferry. We felt right at home staying here and it was a relaxing place to chill as a group.

Stayed in August 2024

The garden and the house with all the books.

Stayed in October 2024

Quiet friendly hugely hospitable and helpful. I also enjoyed the guest house for its homely atmosphere.

Stayed in October 2024

We loved everything

Most AMAZING host. Please choose this guesthouse

Stayed in October 2024

This was such a magic place to stay and Yuki was a dream host, even making us a beautiful dinner on her birthday evening AND sharing her birthday cake! The house is traditional and well loved but so homely and comfortable with every attention to detail thought of. It was beautiful sleeping in a traditional tatami room, and even though the walls are thin the earplugs provided worked a treat. A beautiful stay, we wish we could have been there longer!

Stayed in September 2024

Time leaves its mark, and some places have could use a light maintanence

Fun experience trying to live in a beautiful, traditionel Ryokan. Yuki was such an amazing host, helpful with recommendations, cooking us delicious breakfast and sweet to drive us to and from the station. Other members of staff also made a huge effort to make us feel very welcome. So happy with our stay at Toranjyo-lit and would definitely come back :-)

Stayed in September 2024

The traditional houses have paper walls, so in case you would need more privacy maybe chose something else, for us it was totally fine though. The location is approximately 15 min walk to the ferry connecting to the art islands, so that is also important to keep in mind if you don’t want to walk much.

We had a great stay at toranjyo lit, a traditional ryokan house. It is simple but has everything you need and it’s very charming. The staff was also very friendly and helpful, giving us tips how to structure our nioshima/teshima trip and picking us up from the bus stop.

Stayed in September 2024