This villa places you within a 15-minute drive of Japan Toy Museum and Myoshoji Temple. The villa includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
Shoshazan Engyo-ji Temple - 28 min drive - 15.4 miles
Getting around
Fukusaki Station - 15 min walk
Kobe Airport (UKB) - 93 min drive
Restaurants
コメダ珈琲店 福崎店 - 4 min drive
マクドナルド - 4 min drive
餃子の王将福崎インター店 - 4 min drive
蕎麦とさーもんと 有庵 - 4 min drive
ずんどう屋 福崎店 - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tetsu-juro (former Ogunis ) , Himeji Castles back parlor-like"400-year-old inn"
Himeji Castle’s back parlor-like 400-year-old inn ”Tetsu-juro”【former Oguni’s residence】
The 400-year-old nationally registered tangible cultural property accommodation facility ‘Tetsu-juro’. Former Oguni house is the birthplace of Tetsu-juro Oguni, who’s family was village headmen during the Edo period. He was executed as a substitute for farmers during the Bantan Uprising in 1871. This place is also known for a clinic which contributed to local medical care from the Meiji to the Showa period. This inn was named after Tetsu-juro.
In 2007, the main house, row-house gate, clinic and earthen walls were registered as a National Cultural Property for the first time in Kanzaki-gun, Hyogo Prefecture.
【About the room】
Living room 8 tatami, bedroom 8 tatami, Japanese-style room 8 tatami, Japanese-style room 6 tatami, entrance hall (for displaying piano, books, etc.) 8 tatami, 2 toilets, bathroom. Renovated into a comfortable space so you can relax and enjoy the history.
※1. Enjoy the illuminated Japanese garden while enveloped in the scent of cypress in our cypress-made, gourd-shaped bathtub.
※2. All flooring uses cypress wood, making it pleasant to walk barefoot. Combined with the scent of cypress, fully enjoy this healing space.
【How to spend time at former Oguni’s residence】
The restaurant of “Tai-no-Yume”sea bream soba and Uwajima sea bream sushi, and “Hitotsubu” bakery, both located in a separate building on the premises, are also recommended!
Train: Himeji Station to JR Fukusaki Station (25 minutes)
*1 km, 14 minutes walk from JR Fukusaki Station (pick-up and drop-off available,
reservation required) 【About Fukusaki Town】
Fukusaki is also the birthplace of Kunio Yanagida, the father of Yokai research. It is fun to spot the many yokai that live in the town, such as the kappa Kajiro in Tsujigawayama Park and the yokai bench! 【 Surrounding tourist spots 】
Himeji castle Takeda castle ruins Japan Toy Museum Ikuno silver mine
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a safe, and a desk. Limited housekeeping is available.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Free breakfast available
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Music library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
No elevator
Single level property
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Meal delivery service
Safe
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Next to a golf course
On a river
Things to do
Golfing nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Bed sheets changed on request
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly toiletries
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 1,292 square feet
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 20
Property Registration Number M280037134
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this villa?
This villa is located in Fukusaki, close to Shiota Onsen and Japan Toy Museum.
Is parking available on site at this villa?
Yes, there is accessible parking available.
Is there a spa at this villa?
Spa services at the villa include massages.
Is this villa adjacent to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?
No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.
What do couples enjoy most about Tetsu-juro (former Ogunis ) , Himeji Castles back parlor-like"400-year-old inn"?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront villa include access to a chef, a kitchen, and a meal delivery service.
Are there hot tubs at Tetsu-juro (former Ogunis ) , Himeji Castles back parlor-like"400-year-old inn"?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa include breakfast service?
This villa offers free breakfast.
Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.
Are there connecting rooms at this villa?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Tetsu-juro (former Ogunis ) , Himeji Castles back parlor-like"400-year-old inn"?
No, there aren't any villas with balconies at Tetsu-juro (former Ogunis ) , Himeji Castles back parlor-like"400-year-old inn".