Fodor's Expert Review Togenkyo Iya Farmhouses
96--3 Wada, Miyoshi City, Tokushima-ken, 778-0206, Japan Fodor's Choice
Staying at this group of eight farmhouses in the mountains of eastern Iya is the perfect way to experience traditional life here. The Chiiori Trust renovated them, retaining their rustic aesthetic with thatched roofs, thick wood floorboards, and sliding shoji doors. Present-day comforts like soaker tubs and wireless Internet access have been tastefully incorporated. Fusho House has a stunning view of the mountainside village across the valley. Make your meals yourself, or for an extra fee ask the Chiiori Trust to bring in a local cook.
PROS
- traditional architecture
- tasteful facilities
- lots of privacy
CONS
- access by winding mountain lane can be a challenge
- extra effort to arrange meals
- will need to bring drinks and snacks
