I had a very nice stay at Shingu Guest House! The lady in charge was really nice and quick to answer my questions via private messages. The room was spacious with a private sink and the futon was surprisingly very confortable (I've slept on a lot of different ones so I can tell the difference). You have access to a small kitchen with a microwave as well. The stairs to the room were very steep so if you have an issue with that maybe reconsider or try to contact the guest house, they have a room on the first floor. The house is 10 min walk from the station and less than 2 min walk from the nearest bus stop.

Stayed in March 2025

We wished for cotton bed linen and towels (rather than polyester). The stairs to our bedroom were steep - that was okay for us but would pose problems for anyone with a disability or if travelling alone with heavy luggage.

We liked the size of the bedroom (tatami floor, with space to stretch) and access to our own basin (note the main bathroom / toilet on the ground floor were shared). The futon mattresses were comfortable. The guesthouse was in a quiet street, and only a short walk from the train station and places to eat. The host was welcoming and responsive and gave a helpful tour of the house and facilities. We appreciated having access to the shared kitchen and fridge and also to bicycles.

Stayed in March 2025

there are another rooms, and we had neighbours, so we could here them talk (the walls are not thick), but that was acceptable and we all slept well.

Very kind host, old fashioned traditional japanese house, with decorations, and all amenities (we used the washing machine).

Stayed in December 2024

The place is very traditional and it's basically having your own home. Traditional rooms with tatami and very comfortable futon. Kitchen, bathroom and showers are shared by the 4 or 5 rooms there, but they're clean and comfortable. The lady is very nice and explains everything perfectly.

Stayed in November 2024

The traditional Japanese house is cozy and warm. The owner is kind and passionate to introduce all the equipments in the house.

Stayed in November 2024

Water tap doesn’t work sometimes

Service

Stayed in November 2024

Beautiful property with traditional tatami flooring in the upstairs bedrooms. Kitchen is well stocked and the place has nice amenities like towels, extra blankets etc. Bikes are free to ride around the city which I used to get to the 3 main shines, couldnt ask for anything more! Host was super accomodating and allowed me to check in an hour early, would stay here again.

Stayed in November 2024

The host was super helpful and sweet. They also were able to extend our accommodation with no issue. They also had free bikes for us to use around town.

Stayed in September 2024

The squeaky bedroom door as there were other occupants

Location was close to transport and spacious. The facilities were secure and full use of all facilities.

Stayed in September 2024

The only drawback was climbing down the stairs and crossing the entire house every time I wanted to visit the bathroom. But this being a traditional house, it is what it is, and this appears to be reflected in the price which was very low compared to other accommodation in the area.

Shingu Guest House Sou is in a small traditional Japanese House with just three rooms. I would say that proved the best value for money on the entire trip. I had a huge private room with access to full size kitchen, a huge lounge, free bicycle hire and a laundry room. The room was really nice, traditional, simple smalltown style, I loved it. The big sitting rooms was really nice to relax in, too.

Stayed in July 2024

Some people might find the walls quite thin between the two upstairs rooms.

Japanese style accommodation on futons in traditional wooden house. Loved staying in a real wooden house, spacious room, lovely living areas. Walking distance to the station. Fun to explore the town using free bikes at the house.

Stayed in May 2024

Property probably needs a little maintenance, doors not closing properly, etc, and kitchen and interior is from 1960s at a guess, but I enjoyed my stay.

In an old style Japanese house, very clean, easy walk from the station and very comfy beds. Very quiet. I was in a nice big room with 4 beds.

Stayed in June 2024

Very steep staircase. Needed to use for bathroom.

Personal touch , all facilities traditional and well maintained , quiet area . Modern large washer . Comfortable futon , spacious room.

Stayed in June 2024

Only 1 share bathroom & 1 toilet 1 room on 1st floor 2 rooms on 2nd floor by staircases

Near station and can walk to a lot of attractions Easy to find foods Futons were clean & comfortable to sleep Staff was helpful

Stayed in May 2024

Convenient little spot with lovely staff.

Stayed in April 2024

I didn't like that no matter how you stepped on them, the stairs were noisy. Not convenient for going to the toilet at night.

The place is really close to the train station and they lent us their bikes for free, so we could see the whole town on the single day we stayed there. We stayed upstairs, the room was very spacious, well decorated and the futon was very comfortable.

Stayed in March 2024

Toilet is down stairs and the room is upstairs

Location is great and the room is big,offer a bottle of free water and coffees and tea are also free.owner is nice

Stayed in March 2024

Futons were really comfortable. Good location for near kumano kodo hikes and other shrines. Accomodation was quiet and cosy.

Stayed in March 2024

No thing really. Love this place

It’s on Kumano Kodo route, great location! The village is small but lovely, walked a few minutes to a center where has a shop and a a few restaurants. Love the coffee and pastries place next to the market! The room is large and supper clean and comfortable. Open the window, you see the mountains and the village in distance. Big kitchen, good size bathroom and shower. The owner speaks fluent English and Chinese,is very friendly, helpful!

Stayed in December 2023

- it was December and there was a mosquito in my room! i got bit a few times, so sleeping was difficult

- perfect location - warm central room - cozy futon - free bike rentals I didn’t stay long so it was a perfect stop on my trip

Stayed in December 2023

Lovely stay in a traditional Japanese house. The location is very convenient to visit the area. We slept comfortably and the host was very sweet. The common area was also pleasant! We came by car and they provided parking. Overall highly recommend!

Stayed in December 2023

Only 1 toilet and bathroom. May need to wait if all rooms are occupied.

Friendly Host, she speaks fluent English and helps us to make many calls to confirm our next day activities.

Stayed in November 2023

NIl

The location was convenient and quiet. There was a kitchen.

Stayed in November 2023

It was beautiful, for me it was like experiencing living Japanese style house. Loved the futon, so comfortable. The host lady was lovely and friendly.

Stayed in November 2023