○Overview of the property This farmhouse-minshuku was renovated from a 100-year-old sake brewery, and the interior, including the sliding doors and transoms, are exactly as they were in those days. English is also available, and we welcome visitors from all walks of life. We also welcome visitors from all walks of life to experience farming. The location of the farming experience is a mountain village at an altitude of about 350 meters, in a nice and quiet environment. You may experience the atmosphere of a fantastic village surrounded by pure white fog. Please relax at this inn, which is located on the banks of the Yoshino River, the largest river in Shikoku, called Shikoku Saburo. ○ Nishi-Awa Village Gastronomy Experience PR Video 　https://youtu.be/2W5YUkl9NrQ ■Accommodation fee Single-room rental (no meals) 23,000 yen and up Accommodation capacity: 1-5 people. ○Coronavirus countermeasures We are making every effort to provide as much ventilation as possible by opening windows and operating ventilation fans, etc. Hosts take thorough health precautions such as wearing masks, disinfecting hands, and gargling. ○Experience We offer hands-on experiences such as soba (buckwheat) making, udon noodle making, kimono dressing, vegetable planting and harvesting, potato digging, dried potato making, udo (Japanese apricot) harvesting, buckwheat harvesting, and threshing. *Please inquire for reservations and fees for these experiences. ○Meals No meals are provided. Kaiseki catering service is available for dinner (from 5,500 yen). Please feel free to inquire. ○Rooms ■Image of the room: Japanese-style room ■Room layout: 10 tatami mats (2 rooms) ■Room facilities: futon, air conditioner, TV, bath, washing machine, refrigerator dishes, seasonings, cutlery, cooking utensils, hot plate, earthenware pot, cassette stove, microwave oven, electric kettle, hand alcohol sanitizer, disposable masks ■Others ：Free Wi-Fi available ■Check-in ：～15：00～（Midnight check-in is available) ■Check-out ：～11：00（Early morning check-out is also available) ○Bathroom (bath, toilet, washroom) ■Bath ：With bathtub ■Bath time ：Free ■Toilet ：Yes ■Amenities ：Face towel, bath towel, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, disposable toothbrush ○Neighborhood facilities and restaurants ■Convenience store: Lawson Ikeda-cho Chopsticks store, approx. 3 min. by walk ■Supermarket ：Sunshine Ikeda Store 10 minutes by car ■Restaurants: Aji no Osamu Yachiyo, approx. 10 min. by car ■Sightseeing spots ●Yoshino River The Yoshino River is called the mother river of Shikoku, boasting a vast basin area, and its basin offers seasonal flowers and greenery from temperate to subarctic zones. The river is home to a wide variety of fish, from amago (amego) and other mountain stream fish in the upper reaches to sea bass, mullet, and other brackish water species near the mouth of the river, and many species of birds can be seen throughout the four seasons, including shorebirds, ducks, and ospreys on the mud flats and sand bars at the river mouth. ●Kazura Bridge in Iya *About 1 hour by car Known as one of the three strangest bridges in Japan, this bridge is made of Japanese stone currants weighing approximately 5 tons and is replaced every three years. The bridge is rebuilt every three years. It is a thrilling sight to see the bridge swaying with each step you take. Surrounded by trees and overlooking the Iya River, the bridge offers a beautiful seasonal view with wisteria blooming in spring, fresh greenery in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and magnificent snow in winter. ●Oboke and Koboke *30 min. by car Oboke and Koboke are 8-km-long gorges created by the torrent of Yoshino River, and are designated as national scenic beauty spots. The origin of the name is said to be "Oboke" because it is dangerous to walk in a big step, and "Koboke" because it is dangerous to walk in a small step. Boat rafting and rafting are also available, and the area boasts beautiful valley scenery that changes with the seasons. Each time you visit, you will enjoy a different aspect of this beautiful valley.　 　　　 ◯Event Information (*Some events are suspended due to the spread of the new coronavirus. Please check in advance.) ●Millennium Hide-and-Seek Photo Contest The 8th contest will be held this year. This is a photo contest in which participants can submit photos of Miyoshi City's natural scenery, cultural assets, traditional performing arts, events, festivals, cityscapes, sightseeing photos, moving experiences, memories, etc. that they can share with others. ●Ikeda Awa Odori Dance (Aug. 13 eve of the festival, Aug. 14-16 Location: Around JR Awa Ikeda Station) About 30 groups of dancers from inside and outside of the city dance passionately in the night of Ikeda. The fusion of graceful female dancers and dynamic male dancers is magnificent. The festival is held annually on the eve of the festival on August 13 and the main event from August 14 to 16, attracting about 70,000 people who come to enjoy the hot night. Tokushima City's "Awaodori" is larger in scale, but the secret of the popularity of the "Ikeda Awaodori" is that you can be closer to the dancing "ren," giving you a more realistic sense of presence and unity. ●Shikoku Sake Festival (held every February) Miyoshi City in Tokushima Prefecture is a hidden sake brewing area known by those in the know for its sake production, where sake brewing-suitable rice such as "Awa Yamadanishiki" is grown and the subsoil water of the Yoshino River, one of the three major rivers in Japan, gushes out. At the annual sake tasting held in February, visitors can enjoy a wide selection of new sake from all over Shikoku! The main attraction of this event is that visitors can freely compare and find the sake that they like best. ○Access ■By JR: 15 minutes by car from JR Awa Ikeda Station. Pick-up service (6 people) is available. (Please contact us in advance.) ■By Air: Approximately 15 minutes by car from JR Awa Ikeda Station. ■By Airplane: Approximately 120 minutes from Takamatsu Airport by shuttle bus (bound for Iya) Shuttle bus service for 6 people is available. (Please contact us in advance). ■By car: Approx. 3 minutes from the Ikawa-Ikeda Interchange on the Tokushima Expressway. There is a parking lot on the premises. （There is a parking lot on the premises (maximum parking capacity of 6 cars). ◯A word from the owner We respect the privacy of our guests, so you can relax and enjoy your stay with your family or friends. Please feel free to use it for sightseeing, fishing, outdoor activities, etc. according to your needs!　　

""This is an elementary school where you can stay overnight." Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture is a two-hour bullet train ride from Tokyo. Yonezawa Misawa Elementary School | Tococoto is an elementary school that utilizes the former Yonezawa City Misawa Higashi Elementary School and offers overnight stays and local experiences. Enjoy the bonfire and starry sky. There is also a natural hot spring nearby that has been around for a thousand years. There will be a sports day in the gymnasium, glamping in the classroom, and board games and a takoyaki party in the evening. The classrooms on the second floor are lined with exciting dormitory-style beds that feel like a secret base, and can accommodate up to 36 people. In addition, you can enjoy a special time with your family and friends at the ""Glamping Classroom,"" which has camping equipment on permanent display. Movies can be projected onto the large walls of the classroom, and games can be played. This is a unique place where you can have fun without worrying about time. There are stories that can now be told in a place where children once studied. The chalk marks left on the blackboard, the casual conversations you have with your friends. Memories suddenly come back to me as I gather around the bonfire at night. Meeting local people adds to the pages of my memories. Come on, let's enjoy a memorable time here. ▼ Dormitory (separate for men and women) Bunk beds for up to 36 people In addition, there are classrooms where you can enjoy indoor glamping. ▼What you can do at this facility 1. Stay The classrooms where children once studied are now bedrooms. Classrooms for training and gyms for sports. The baths are at Onogawa Onsen, a 5-minute drive away. At night, sit around the bonfire and chat, and in the morning, enjoy Yamagata rice and soft-boiled eggs. Each room has curtains, allowing you to stay in a private space. The accommodation is divided into two rooms, separated by gender. 2. Play and learn You can stay overnight, take a day trip, or rent the entire school building. Stay in a secret base-style bed, enjoy bonfires and BBQs, and experience local activities such as weaving and farming. Feel free to play in the gymnasium or on the school grounds. At night, enjoy a soak in the hot springs at Onogawa Onsen under the starry sky. 3. Plan There are things that can only be born in this place. Some people want to make their usual training camp a little more special, hold an event, or even have a class reunion. What will be created depends on the thoughts of the people who gather here. So, where do we start here? ▼What's Yonezawa like? Yonezawa is a castle town in southern Yamagata Prefecture, and is attractive for its historical culture, including Uesugi Shrine! You can enjoy Yonezawa beef, hot springs, and the beautiful nature of the four seasons. Nearby is Onogawa Onsen, which uses 100% natural hot spring water. ▼About the facilities 【Dormitory bed】 There are a total of 36 dormitory beds, each large enough for adults to sleep comfortably. 18 in the men's room and 18 in the women's room. There are power outlets and reading lights at the bedside, and when you close the curtains you have your own space. You can experience the excitement of being in a secret base. Reservations can be made for just one person. There is also a plan to rent the entire school building. 【Empty classroom】 There are two classrooms that can be used freely. Including the former library, there are three rooms in total, and you can arrange the desks and chairs as you like. Please use them for meals, workshops, or any other purpose. 【Gymnasium】 A gymnasium the size of two basketball courts. It can also be used for recreational activities and practice matches. Reservations for the gymnasium are managed by a different organization, so please contact us if you would like to use it. ▼Items that can be purchased and used locally 【Equipment】 ■ Shower room ■ Coin laundry ■ Coin locker ■ Refrigerator ■ Elementary school desks and chairs (up to 30 sets) ■ Unmanned FamilyMart (amenities, clothing, snacks, chilled foods, etc.) 【Rental】 ■ Sports day set (indoor/outdoor) ■ Bicycles (2 units) ■ Game console (Switch 2) ■ Projector ■ BBQ & Bonfire Set ■ Takoyaki set ▼What's Yonezawa like? Yonezawa is a castle town in southern Yamagata Prefecture, and is attractive for its historical culture, including Uesugi Shrine! You can enjoy Yonezawa beef, hot springs, and the beautiful nature of the four seasons. ▼Nearby facilities Nearest convenience store: Family Mart Tateyama (5 minutes by car) Nearest supermarket: York Benimaru (8 minutes by car) Nearest general store: Don Quijote (8 minutes by car), Muji Goods (8 minutes by car) Hot spring facilities available: Onogawa Onsen Access ・For those coming by public transportation From Tokyo Station, take the Yamagata Shinkansen for about 2 hours to Yonezawa Station. Take the bus from ""Yonezawa Station"" and get off at ""Matsunoshita"" or ""Onogawa Onsen"" bus stop 20 minutes walk from ""Matsunoshita"" or ""Onogawa Onsen"" bus stop ・For those coming by car Approximately 20 minutes by car from Yonezawa Chuo IC Parking: 10 cars (large buses OK)