Frequently Asked Questions
Japan is so big; where are you?We are in Yamanashi Prefecture, towards west of Tokyo, north of Mt. Fuji (Lake Kawaguchiko is 45min by car). Shizuoka is to our south, and Nagano is at our north. Here’s our location on Google Maps:
How do I get to you?The nearest major city is Tokyo, which is accessible by train/highway bus/car. Travel times vary; the average being 2 hours from Shinjuku Station. Destination for trains and highway buses is Kofu Station, from which I am able to provide pick up/drop off services. We are approximately 25min by car from Kofu Station.
From Narita or Haneda Airports there are highway buses that bypass Tokyo to arrive at Kofu Station directly, but frequency is limited and the journey is about 4 hours (these buses have toilets on board).
Am I able to get around without renting a car?There is a bus stop about 15min walk from us, and the frequency is limited.
Alternatively, we are able to drop you off at Kofu Station, from which there are numerous bus services running routes to malls, Mt Fuji, and other areas in Yamanashi. We can discuss your needs further and try our best to advise and assist.
What are your check-in and check-out hours? Check-in is at 15:00; check-out is at 11:00.
If you’d like help with luggage forwarding, drop us a message through the contact form:)
The countryside sounds boring; is there anything of interest nearby?Depending on your preferences, we can assist with suggestions.
For example, there is a large souvenir stop near Mt Fuji that features interesting locally made produce, with a large foodcourt within the premises.
For nature enthusiasts, there are numerous hiking trials boasting beautiful views of surrounding peaks.
When the weather is fine, have an outdoor picnic, stroll along lakes, or just sit at our bamboo forest to take in the fresh air.
How many guests can you accommodate?Kindly send us a message through the contact form and we can provide further information :)
Which is the best time to visit?Japan has 4 seasons, and there is something different to offer during every season.
During winter temperatures fall below 0C, strawberries are abundant, hotpot is eaten every other day, and the nearest skiing facility is less than an hour away, catering to first timers and kids.
In Spring and Autumn you'll see changing foliage colours, cool and comfortable temperatures are the norm, but travel can be slightly more pricey due to the popularity of the seasons.
In Summer temperatures at about 40+/-C, humidity is high, but there is a delicious range of fruit in season.
Are there any shops nearby?As we are in a rural residential neighbourhood, there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. There are convenience stores within a 1km radius, and a nice coffee spot 2km away (about 35min walk).
Without shops in your immediate vicinity, should we bring our own snacks?Hayashi Kominka has a good stash of snacks/food/drinks available at all times:)
If you are not joining us in the kitchen we can make recommendations for dining at our favourite local restaurants, which are usually run by simple folks who dish out impressive fare.
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