The hot topic right now! 3 popular guesthouses in Yamagata

Have you ever heard of the term "guest house"?

Currently, guesthouses, which are popular among travel enthusiasts,
and inns, which often offer a homey atmosphere, are gradually gaining popularity.
When it comes to accommodations when traveling, hotels and traditional Japanese inns are the standard choices, right?

However, recently, there has been a diversification of accommodation options when traveling, such as "guest houses" and "minshuku" (private inns)

have been featured more often in the news and on television programs, so you may have seen them before.
They offer advantages such as affordable accommodation and opportunities to meet and interact with the owners and other guests. More and more people are choosing to stay in guesthouses for these reasons.

This time, we'll introduce guesthouses and inns in Yamagata Prefecture, which has many tourist attractions and events!
You're sure to meet new people on your trip!

■ Guesthouse Mintaro Hut

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Mintaro Hut is run by a husband and wife team who love New Zealand

This is a warm guesthouse that was created with the hope that people would be able to experience the local atmosphere in Japan

The spacious living room and clean bedroom are popular with women!
The kitchen and living room can be used freely, and travelers often socialize with each other.
This homey atmosphere is actually popular with business people as well.

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This guesthouse is so relaxing and well-maintained that you might forget it's a guesthouse at first glance!
It's conveniently located just a 15-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station, and the price is incredibly reasonable at 3500 yen per person.
It's a popular place to stay, so we recommend booking early!

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■Komeyakata Guesthouse

"Komeyakata Guesthouse," with its unique name,
is a guesthouse run by an owner who is both a farmer and a rice shop owner.

This house retains its old-fashioned charm.
Apparently, many foreign guests are drawn to this atmosphere.

The dormitory, separated by a shoji screen, is an incredible bargain at just 2,500 yen!

Komeyakata Guesthouse hosts many events, so be sure to check them out!
This guesthouse is recommended for those who want to relax and learn about the charms of Yamagata from the owner, who loves his hometown.

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■Hot spring guesthouse Masagoya

Masagoya is a guesthouse, but it's a popular place for travelers, with many guests staying for extended periods.
One of its attractions is that, despite being a guesthouse, guests can enjoy a natural hot spring bath with water flowing directly from the source.

With a beautiful and clean footbath, it's easy to see why this inn makes you want to linger.
And of course, the footbath uses 100% natural hot spring water!

The meals served at the inn feature seafood dishes made with fresh ingredients from the sea.
The fresh seafood caught in the Sea of ​​Japan is highly praised by both overnight guests and banquet attendees.
In addition, its location is excellent, just a 3-minute walk from the sea, and its homey atmosphere is one of the attractions that draws travelers.

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So, what did you think?
Guesthouses offer many opportunities to meet and interact with people, allowing you to experience the warmth of human connection! They
're also recommended for those who want to save on accommodation costs, or those who have time but not much money!
Why not try staying at a guesthouse or inn that's deeply rooted in the local community?

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