Shiga | Maximum 15 people | A 120-year-old private house | Experience the starry sky, clear streams, and Japanese culture.

Entire home in Maibara, Japan

  1. 15 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 15 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by 株式会社landbox
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 months hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Park for free

This is one of the few places in the area with free parking.

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Enjoy the 120-year-old private house "Sonpachi".
It can accommodate up to 15 people, and is a completely private space surrounded by the tranquility of the countryside, the starry sky, and the clear stream.

Enjoy analog games and conversations with your family to your heart's content in a relaxing time without a TV.

[What you can experience]
Cave exploration and countryside walking tour with a local guide
Woodworking lathe experience with a woodworker
Depending on the season, you can also enjoy firefly viewing, insect screens, and kotatsu.
Enjoy a unique countryside experience that can only be enjoyed here.

Facilities and amenities
　• Equipped with ultra-fast Starlink internet
　• Facial steamer, facial roller
　• Dyson hair dryer
　• Fully stocked amenities and kitchen facilities
　• Many board games
We also provide facilities that are great for women's groups and families.

Access and latest information
Access information and valuable information are posted on our official social media.
Try searching for "Kominka Yado Sonpachi".

Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, a relaxing time.

The space
About the Facilities
・ A key box is installed, so you can check in without a person.

About smoking
・ No smoking in the facility. If you smoke, please do so outside the house.
When smoking, please be careful with fire.

TV/Internet, etc.
There is no TV in this facility.
・ Equipped with high-speed Starlink internet
・ Depending on your mobile phone company, it may be difficult to connect to the signal in the facility and surrounding areas. We appreciate your understanding in advance.

[Bedroom overview]
- 15 futons

Facilities
· Hair dryer (Dyson)
- Hair dryer (PAUZ)
• Face steamer (Panasonic)
・ Facial roller (ReFa)
Shampoo (TSUBAKI)
Conditioner (TSUBAKI)
• Body soap (Dove)
Washing machine (Toshiba)
• Dryer (Rinnai)
• Refrigerator (Sharp)

Amenities
- Bath towels
- Face towels
Toothbrushes (children's available)
- Toner
Emulsion
• Cleansing
Body towels
Pack
- Razor
- Hairbrush
• Cotton
Cotton swabs
- Hair tie
• Shaving gel

Toys
• Life game
Playing cards
Mahjong (with mahjong mat and round table)
• Uno
・Othello
• Jenga
・ Coyote
• Katakana nashi
- Word Wolf
・One song for 100 people
・Hanasaki
・Shogi
・The Mind
• Wani Wani Packun
・Bingo game
• Hit, wear, rock-paper-scissors
・Simple bamboo horse
・ Jumping rope
• Insect catching set
・ Chalk (outdoor doodling experience)
・ A ring of wisdom made by a woodworker (there is a gift for those who can solve it!!)

Parking
Free parking available (for 4 vehicles)
* Be sure to come equipped with studded tires during the snowy winter season

If you want to know the atmosphere before your stay, please search for "Sonpachi, an old private house to enjoy with the five senses" on our official social media. (There is also valuable information)

Guest access
■ Information about the attic

Sonpa has an attic room on the second floor, but the stairs are very steep and slippery, so please refrain from entering as there is a risk of falling.
Please note that the attic room is not available for safety reasons.
We appreciate your cooperation in making your stay safe.

Other things to note
This inn is an old private house surrounded by nature, so you may see insects.
We appreciate your understanding in advance.

Registration Details
Hotels and Inns Business Act | 滋賀県長浜保健所 | 滋賀県指令長保第　13　号

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What this place offers

Lake access
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Washer

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Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 35 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Maibara, Shiga, Japan

Food and beverage shops🍽️
The surrounding area is dotted with lovely eateries loved by locals.
All are accessible by car, so you can enjoy a taste of the local area.
🔸 Juri
Address: 1120-1 Azukawachi, Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture
Business hour: 8:00 - 20:00
Closed: Every Thursday
It is a shop where you can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients in a homey atmosphere.
🔸 Rokga
Location: 498 Azukawachi, Maibara-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Opening hours: 13:00 - 17:00
Closed: weekly water, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
A stylish cafe in a natural setting.The attentive coffee and a calm space are attractive.
🔸 Koba-en
Address: 116-1 Kashiwara, Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture
Opening hours: 11:00 - 14:00, 16:00 - 23:00
Closed: Every Wednesday
A long-established restaurant where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine using local ingredients.Lunch set meals are also popular.
Ibuki 🔸 Soba no Noodle
Address: 1749-2 Ibuki, Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture
Opening hours: Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed 11:00 - 14:00
Sat, Sun 11:00 - 15:00
Closed: Every Thursday
Authentic handmade soba noodles at the foot of Mt. Ibuki.You can enjoy flavorful soba and wild vegetable dishes.

[Open-air bath]
♨️ Ubukino Grassyu (Ibuki no Sato)
Location: 37 Harushiro, Yonehara-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Opening hours: 12:30 - 19:30
Closed: Every Monday
"Ibukino Kusayu" is a hot bathing facility nestled in a natural environment at the foot of Mt. Ibuki.
The bath with medicinal herbs harvested around Mt. Ibuki is a specialty, which warms the body from the core and heals fatigue.

[Sightseeing spots]🚗
Around the "Sun Hachi", the clean Azusa River flows and the starry sky at night.
This place rich in nature is also dotted with hidden sights that only locals know about, and if you want, we can guide you by locals who know the area.
Please send me a message if you are interested.

Also, if you are considering sightseeing by car, there are many attractive spots in the area.
You can enjoy a relaxing time while touching nature, history, and culture.

1. Green Park Shandong
Outdoor leisure park at the foot of Mt. Ibuki, where you can enjoy a variety of activities such as camping, barbecues, and athletics.
2. Mishima Pond
You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons at a beautiful pond with Mt. Ibuki as a backdrop.Especially famous for watching fireflies in early summer.
3. Mt. Ibuki
At an altitude of 1,377 meters, the mountain is attractive with climbing and drive-way views.It is also known as a treasure trove of alpine plants.
4. Qinggang Temple
It is a temple of the Rinzai Sect in Yonehara City, with a beautiful dry landscape garden.
5. Kawai-juku
It is the sixty-ninth Nakasendo-do town, and the historic cityscape remains along the Qingyuan and Jizo River.
6. Kawai Trout Farm (Samegayo Soho)
You can enjoy farming and fishing experiences at Japan's oldest trout farm.
7. Yonehara-shi Ibuka no Sato Cultural Center
It is a facility where you can exhibit and experience medicinal herbs, and there is also a medicinal herb bath.
8. Omi Mother's Township
At the roadside station, you can buy local specialties and fresh produce.
9. Nagahama Castle History Museum
Learn the history of the Sengoku period at a museum that rebuilt Nagahama Castle by Hideyoshi Toyotomi.
10. Black Wall Square
It is a sightseeing spot centered on glass crafts in Nagahama City, lined with shops and cafes.
11. Bamboo Island
It is a mysterious island floating on Lake Biwa, and there are Hogonji Temple and Tsukusuma Shrine.
12. Hikone Castle
It is a castle with a beautiful castle designated as a national treasure, and there is also a garden and museum.
13. Taga Taisha
It is an old shrine that is popular as "Oga-san", and is believed as a god of marriage and longevity.
14. Houtong Sanzan
It is famous as a famous spot for autumn leaves, three Tendai temples: Saimyoji Temple, Kongorin-ji Temple, and Hyakusa-ji Temple.
15. Nagahama Railway Square
It is a railway museum that preserves the oldest station building in Japan and is a popular spot for railway fans.
16. Lake Yuka
Quiet lake, also known as Mirror Lake, where you can enjoy hiking and fishing.
17. Shizugadake Lift
You can take the lift to the top of Mt. Tsubagatake and enjoy stunning views of Lake Biwa and Lake Yu.
18. Nagahama Bonmei Exhibition
Every winter, it is the oldest bonsai in Japan, where beautiful plum bonsai will be displayed.
19. Nagahama Music Box Hall
A wide variety of music boxes are exhibited and sold, from antiques to the latest.
20. Mt. Ibuki Driveway
It is a toll road that can be reached by car near the summit of Mt. Ibuki, and the view from the observation deck is great.
21. Hikiyama Museum, Nagahama City
It displays materials about the Nagahama Hikiyama Festival and the actual Hikiyama, where you can learn about the history and charm of the festival.
22. Nagahama Bio University Dome (formerly Nagahama Dome)
It is a multi-purpose large dome facility that hosts events and sports competitions.
23. Nagahama City Nagahama Castle History Museum
It is a museum on the Nagahama Castle Ruins, which is well stocked with materials and exhibits from the Sengoku period.
24. Hikiyama Museum, Nagahama City
It displays materials about the Nagahama Hikiyama Festival and the actual Hikiyama, where you can learn about the history and charm of the festival.
25. Nagahama Railway Square
It is a railway museum that preserves the oldest station building in Japan and is a popular spot for railway fans.
26. Nagahama City Nagahama Castle History Museum
It is a museum on the Nagahama Castle Ruins, which is well stocked with materials and exhibits from the Sengoku period.
27. Hikiyama Museum, Nagahama City
We exhibit materials related to the Nagahama Hikiyama Festival and the actual Hikiyama mountain.

Meet your host

Superhost
35 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
9 months of hosting
My work: Managing a 120-year-old kominka inn, Sun Hachi.
I spend too much time: I recently switched my car to Tesla before loving the drive.
Hello! We operate a 120-year-old old house "Sun Hachi" surrounded by nature in Yonehara City, Shiga Prefecture. In a mountain village where you can enjoy the starry sky, clear streams, and seasonal expressions, we offer a unique time with activities such as cave exploration, woodworking lathe experience, mosquito net experience, starry sky, and seasonal firefly viewing. With the desire to cherish nature and interact with people, we are trying to create an inn that takes advantage of the charms of the area. Whether it's a family, a group of friends, or a trip of three generations, we love creating a space where everyone can relax. We would like to welcome you with care, so that you may "want to come back".

株式会社landbox is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • 貴也
  • Shota
  • 史美恵
  • Masayo
  • 綾華
  • 拓紀
  • 美枝子
  • 昭子
  • 佐和子

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
15 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior or entryway security camera present
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm