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Tamba Sasayama City is famous for delicious vegetables such as the famous black soybeans and Tamba chestnuts, as well as the beautiful countryside that the city lies in. The city has many faces: as a castle town, as a village of Tamba pottery which is one of the 6 ancient pottery kiln areas in Japan, and as a farming village. In recent years, more and more people from bigger cities have moved here. Many stylish cafes and restaurants that are located in renovated old private houses have opened. Osaka and Kobe are an hour and a half away by train, and Kyoto is about an hour away by car.

3 Key Points

1Host’s introduction　

We are an international couple from England and Japan. We have five grown up children, who are all independent, so now only the two of us live here. Barry visited/lived in many countries in his younger years before coming to Japan and Yoko works as a local guide in Tamba Sasayama City and also as a freelance translator. We love international cultural exchange, helping to organize events and disseminate information about Tamba Sasayama to the community of foreigners living in Japan. So, if you would like to know about this city, this would be the perfect place!
The history and culture of this city is so deep and interesting, that we decided to move here in 2011! We fell in love with Tamba Sasayama!

2You can interact with people like this!　

When events are held, English-speaking foreigners gather to visit Sasayama's tourist attractions and events together. Our own direct neighbors are a family who are working hard on permaculture and land improvement. Of course, you can interact with other locals in the area too.

3You can experience like this!

Barry usually works hard on growing vegetables in our vegetable garden and maintaining our house which has been fully renovated by ourselves. He’s always happy for a helping hand if you want to try it yourself! Yoko can show you around the tourist spots. You can also participate in events if the schedule matches.

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1 month

¥ 150,480

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Recommended for

We do not treat you as customers but receive you as a part of our family. So, we are looking for people who are willing to jump in to help out, people who are interested in and enjoy cross-cultural exchange. There may be many things that are different from where you come from, which you might not necessarily agree with, but there is reasoning for everything we do, so please simply come and ask us if you have any questions or problems. We are looking forward to having you and spend time together in this beautiful peaceful countryside!

Location　

Oyamashin, Sasayama-shi, Hyogo-ken

Features of the area　

Village, Rural

Transportation　

The nearest station is Tamba Oyama Station, but due to low train frequency, we usually use JR Sasayamaguchi Station. Pick-up and drop-off service is available from the station. There are several sightseeing spots within a few minutes’ drive from the house. The house is located in a quiet rural setting, 1 km from National Route 176. You can enjoy nature in all seasons.
It takes about 20 minutes by car to the supermarket for shopping, so we buy in bulk several times a week.It takes about 20 minutes by car to the supermarket for shopping, so we buy in bulk several times a week.

Acceptable period　

Anytime

Minimum Length of Stay　

4 nights 5 days or longer

Fee (tax included)　

〜2 weeks 5,280 yen/day
〜3 weeks 5,090 yen/day
〜4 weeks 4,890 yen/day
1 month: 150,480 yen

Food expenses and arrangements　

Not included / Eat together 3~4 times in a week

Extra Charge　

Available Facilities　

Kitchen(shared), refrigerator, bath, shower, washing machine, car parking, Wi-Fi

Guest types welcomed by the host　

Rentable transportation　

Bicycle

Recommended Transportation

It’s hard to go around without a car, so I recommend you to rent a car or go out together with us. There is a big parking space, so no problem for us if you come by car. Of course, we can go pick-up and drop-off if you don’t have a car or driver’s license.

Languages and Proficiency Level　

English: Native and Advanced
Spanish: Advanced and Beginner

House Rule

Allowed

Having friends over, Stay out or come home late

Forbidden

No smoking allowed on the premises.

FAQ

What payment methods are available?

We basically accept credit card payment.

What is included in the homestay fee?

It’s included a fee for staying, for the service of insulting the manager, interviewing when you match, and tax. Some of the Host is included in food costs.

How many days is the minimum stay? What is the minimum period of stay and how do the rates change depending on the stay?

You can stay from minimum 4 nights and 5 days. Minimum stay differs from host to host, please check each host’s home page for details. Also it refers amount of per day per week. If you wish to stay in a homestay for more than one month, a daily fee will be added to the monthly amount.

Is there a pick-up and drop-off service from the nearest station?

For homestay residences that require transportation, the host will pick you up and drop you off. Details on pick-up and drop-off are listed in the “Location” section of each host’s page.

When can I send a reservation request to the Homestay?

Please send a request at least three months to three days before your desired stay dates. Highly recommend you send a request as early as possible, as reservations tend to increase before a month.

How much will cost for the kids?

Prices for preschool and elementary school students differ depending on the homestay. Please check the “Additional Fees” on each host’s page. If there is no indication of preschool and elementary school student rates in the “Additional Fees” section, the rates are the same as the general rates.

Is it the same room if I’m staying with friends?

It basically going to be the same room. Please check each host page for less expensive rates for two people. However, if two adults request separate rooms, the regular rate per person will be charged.

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