Naniwa Ryokan

It's not often that I give one star, but this inn left me with only unpleasant memories even after I returned from my trip. I've traveled a lot as a solo female, but this is the first time I've had such a bad experience.I understand that the room is old, so there is no problem, but although there is a telephone, there is no sign telling you what number to call at the front desk, and although there is a rice bowl, there are no cups. It would have been nice if there was an explanation at check-in, but the landlady told me, ``The information on the internet is fine,'' and I was taken directly to the room without even explaining that there was Wi-Fi.(It was a Tuesday, so there weren't many other customers and it didn't seem busy at all)Well, it's an old inn in the countryside, so when I gathered myself and headed for dinner, I was taken to a clean private room and a set of dishes was served. A small pot was also lit, and the tea and rice were kept warm, and two additional dishes and bowls were later served warm. The food tasted delicious. After ordering a beer, we ordered two highballs at once to save the inn the trouble of serving the food, but around that time, the solid fuel in the small pot ran out. I was prioritizing other hot dishes as appetizers, so when I ordered my fourth drink, I asked for solid fuel. However, since it was in a pot, it started to boil down and the flavor became too strong, so I added ice from a highball to dilute it.For the 5th drink, the hostess came to take the order each time, but she still looked like she didn't know and tried to return, so she said, ``I think I know you're drinking alcohol, but I had the hot food first, so the small pot will come later.'' It's getting cold, so I asked for solid fuel earlier. As you can see, the rice and tea are also cold. I'm not sure if I can change it to something warmer unless I tell you." I heard.They said, ``Sorry, I don't drink, so I don't understand.'' ``We're a small inn run by a husband and wife,'' and ``It's a rule that we give everything out first.''Even at a table where local male guests were drinking, they served the rice first and left it alone even after it got cold.When I asked them, they said, ``It's different from the food at the hotel,'' and then the same thing happened again. My repeated answer was, ``I don't drink, so it's just my husband and I.''There was a sign saying ``Ryotei'' at the entrance, so I expected the service to be of that level, but since I kept getting the same answers over and over again, I decided to change my mind and drink in my room instead, so I went to a nearby convenience store to get some alcohol. I went to buy some food, and when I returned to my room, the landlady had prepared a new meal in the private room. Oh, I see, I didn't know who the next customer was, but I wanted to use it next time, so I wanted to empty it quickly, and I wanted them to leave quickly, so I thought they lit everything on fire and served the food.When I went back to my room, I didn't have a cup, so I noticed someone was in the kitchen, so I was ignored even though I shouted loudly. There seemed to be a man who greeted me at check-in, but he ignored me for a long time, and the landlady came out after a while. I can hear your voice, so why do you ignore it?If there was a cup in the room, if there was a number for the front desk in the room... Ah, but since it's a couple, there's no point in calling out to the kitchen and being ignored. Customers have to accept the inconvenience.If I hadn't been drinking, I could have found another place to stay, but I resisted the urge to leave right away and spent the next morning feeling uncomfortable.I waited for the nearby hot springs to open and hurriedly checked out.When I talked to my family and friends, they said, ``In rural Shimane, there aren't many solo female customers, so I guess they thought it was okay to be rough.If you act like that in this day and age, the number of customers will eventually decrease.'' .This inn made me decide never to stay at a small inn again.

Good location, 10 seconds walk from the station. Although the building looks simple from the outside, the inside is very clean. There are Doll's Festival decorations in front of the entrance, and it has a very nice atmosphere. We were welcomed by the lovely landlady and her husband with a very smiling face 😊The room was a 4 tatami room with tatami flooring, but it was the perfect size for me as I was traveling alone ✨The food was also exquisite and went well with the sake I had booked from Hashigami Sake Brewery 🎵It was a local restaurant. It seems that the inn is also used for banquets, so I thought it was a beloved inn by the local community!It was a really nice and relaxing inn! I would like to take care of you again when I go to Izumo Yokota ☺ Thank you very much 😊PS: Thank you very much for the Nita rice and choko souvenir 🙇 I will use it carefully!

I did not stay at this inn, but I would like to say something.I went to Unshu Yokota by train from the Hiroshima area to buy a sorovan and a craft museum. I was told by the chairman of the cooperative association that Naniwa Ryokan was recommended for lodging, so I made a reservation, but it was already full. All other inns are full and reservations are not possible. The Kisuki Line is a super local line that runs several times a day. I was at a loss as to what to do tonight at the cold, unmanned station, but the proprietress of the inn here gave me the phone numbers of two Unshu Mitsunari inns, two stations away, and I managed to stay overnight at the unmanned station. I didn't have to spend the night. Therefore, I think this inn is run by a caring and kind hostess. I think true hospitality lies in a place that is separate from business.

Even though check-in was delayed considerably due to a problem, we were treated with warm hospitality and wonderful food. Despite being in a mountainous area, the fresh fish sashimi was a blessing to my exhausted mind and body.I will definitely use it again next time.

A 100-point B&B, impeccable! ! !We were greeted at the door as soon as we checked in. Since it was already close to dinner time when we checked in, we were immediately asked if we wanted to eat or take a shower first. This is a plot that only appears in dramas!We chose to eat first. The meal is a bit different from the traditional Japanese meals. The boss, who is the chef, added some Western elements to make the meal more unique. Moreover, if the dining place is traditional and Japanese It’s a Japanese-style restaurant where your feet will go numb after sitting there. The dining room is hollowed out directly on the ground so that your feet can be stretched downward. It’s a great blessing for foreigners who are not used to sitting on their knees. I think it’s very considerate!Because it is a traditional B&B, it is normal for us to have language barriers. However, the proprietress actively used Google Translate to communicate with us without any impatience. She was super friendly and enthusiastically helped us solve any problems we had. Language barriers are not a problem here at all!Because it was not the peak season yet, there were only us and another group of guests on the day of check-in. The B&B was very considerate and arranged our rooms as far away as possible so that they would not affect each other. We would not arrange them together just because there were few guests so that we could clean ourselves. This is also a plus!What's even more invincible is the location of the B&B, right in the square in front of the station. Even if you drive here, the parking lot is huge, so you don't have to worry about running out of space!I'm really lucky to be able to stay in this B&B during this trip. One room, two meals per person only costs about 8,000 yen, and the CP value is so high. The B&B itself seems to be very famous, and there are crane bottles hanging on the wall. Other artists have been here. A group photo of a B&B. If I have the chance to come to Okuzumo next time, this place will definitely be my best choice!

It's a wonderful hostel!it's recommended.

During my two week internship with Nippo Co., Ltd. in Okuizumo, I had the opportunity to stay at this wonderful ryokan. This is a heartwarming Japanese experience.This ryokan is run by a married couple, and as soon as you step inside, you will feel a sense of tranquility. Their warmth and commitment to providing every guest with an memorable stay is what makes this place so special.The rooms are very clean, with minimalist design and traditional features such as tatami floors and futon bedding. As a foreigner living in Japan, this environment provided me with an opportunity to appreciate Japanese culture from a new perspective.One of the highlights of our stay was the breakfast with delicious local dishes. Each dish was prepared with care and made us look forward to starting our day.In summary, this ryokan perfectly embodies the charm of Japanese tradition, comfort, and hospitality. A must-see for anyone looking for an impressive stay in Okuizumo.