Located in Shizuoka prefecture on the main island of Honshu, Shimada is mostly known for its abundant green tea plantations. The city sits on the shore of Ōi River and offers Horai Bridge as its most famous attraction. Horai Bridge holds the record for being the longest wooden pedestrian bridge in Guinness Book of Records. If you happen to be in Shimada, you can also explore its thriving tea plantations by taking a hike in the nearby Awaga Dake hiking area. For a serene time in the middle of the city, you can check out the famous Oi Shrine. For a fun day out with your kids, you can visit Shimada City Central Park.
If you happen to be in Shimada, you can find some minshukus offering a traditional Japanese stay. For more information, scroll down and learn about the best minshuku stays in Shimada, Japan.
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1. Guest House -KiSARA- - Vacation STAY 49173v
Surrounded by tea plantations, this independent minshuku offers the best of Shimada in its vicinity.
The traditional Japanese house features an air-conditioned bedroom with an oversized futon bed. For gathering and eating with your group, you can find a tatami area. The property boasts a decently equipped stovetop kitchen where you can cater for yourself. For quick snacks, you can also take advantage of the barbecue. With Wi-Fi and a desk, the unit allows you to stay on top of your work. For a hassle-free commute, free parking is available on the premises.
Guest House -KiSARA- - Vacation STAY 49173v
Address: 879-15 Kamiyashiro Guest House -KiSARA-
1.38 km (0.9 mi) from Site of Suwahara Castle
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2. Wakihonjin (from USD 53)
A short drive from Kikugawa Station, this traditional stay is ideal for those preferring to commute by public transport. For convenience, the property offers free shuttles to and from the stations and nearby facilities. Those driving their own vehicles, free parking is available on the premises.
Upon arrival at the property, the guests are welcomed with coffee or green tea. For travellers seeking a traditional experience, it features an irori hearth and wooden floors. For a refreshing stay, guests also get access to the terrace and the garden.
Wakihonjin
Address: Nishikata 418-1
8.04 km (5.0 mi) from Site of Suwahara Castle
3. Minshuku Mariko / Vacation STAY 895 (from USD 86)
With extensive tatami flooring, roll-on futons and sliding doors, this property allows you to experience traditional Japanese living.
This minshuku boasts a kitchen well appointed with kitchenware and equipped with appliances such as a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. To make your stay more convenient, it also includes laundry facilities. As a pastime, you can catch your favourite channels on TV. It also features a sizable dining table, which is perfect for dinners with your entire group. Furthermore, you can take advantage of the free parking and Wi-Fi for a hassle-free stay.
Minshuku Mariko / Vacation STAY 895
Address: Suruga District Maruko 6774 Minshuku Mariko
23.61 km (14.7 mi) from Site of Suwahara Castle
4. Tabinoya / Vacation STAY 17823 (from USD 253)
Surrounded by the greenery of the tea farms, this minshuku offers a refreshing stay and allows you to learn about tea cultivation.
The property features wooden ceilings, wooden floors and sliding doors, characteristics of the traditional Japanese home. You can also find tatami seating areas and futon beds, making for an authentic experience. During their stay, visitors can take advantage of the equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. The staff at the property is fluent in both English and Japanese, making it convenient for overseas travellers.
Tabinoya / Vacation STAY 17823
Address: Ono 1708 Tabinoya
4.37 km (2.8 mi) from Site of Suwahara Castle
5. Tessen Guesthouse (from USD 52)
This charming ryokan features warm interiors with wooden floors and ceilings. Other elements, such as spacious tatami rooms and futon beds, allow overseas travellers to have a traditional experience. As a pastime, culinary enthusiasts can take a cooking class for an additional charge during their stay at the property. This guesthouse offers single rooms, mixed dorm rooms and family rooms, it offers accommodation for all kinds of travellers.
The property is situated 39 km (24.2 mi) from Shimada and can be easily reached with a personal vehicle or public transport.
Tessen Guesthouse
Address: Irie 3-8-16
39.3 km (24.5 mi) from Site of Suwahara Castle
Learn more about tea cultivation Shimada
With expansive tea farming and green tea production, Shimada is one of the best cities to learn about tea cultivation. If you also want to have a traditional living experience on your visit to Shimada, book one of the above-mentioned minshukus and have a memorable stay.
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