Minshuku Kaisei

It’s basic, clean and service is good. Looks like a family owned business and they went out of their way to help us. - Eg. Dad helping us to carry luggage up to second storey - Eg. Mom was struggling with English but got her daughter to help us immediately. - Eg. After knowing that we plan to go Jomon Sugi, checks in whether we know which bus / way to go - Eg. Provided us with Marie Biscuits for our first day of hike at Shira Tani Onsuikyo - Eg. It was raining on our last day to the port, although it’s just a stones throw away from the accommodation, we had planned to take the bus for a stop becos of the rain. Owner very nicely offered to drive us there. - Eg. Didn’t hesitate to change old cash notes with us (becos buses can’t accept new cash notes) Neighbourhoods: - Around 15 mins walk away from Acoop (supermarket) and another nearer supermarket (which we completely during the stay LOL) - 2 mins walk away from a nice restaurant :) - There is a cat around the neighbourhood Facilities: - There’s washing machine and dryer (30mins ¥100 4.5kg, probably need to go through 2 rounds if you want complete dry) - Shared Kitchen which allowed us to heat up bento or food bought from supermarket (we were exhausted after hikes to go out for dinner) - They offer to prepare bentos for your hike too - Partnership with Chinese restaurant nearby (delivery to homestay)

Exceptional Homestay Experience on Yakushima Island 🌴🏡 I'm currently staying at a wonderful homestay on Yakushima Island, and it has been an exceptional experience. The host is incredibly warm and considerate. After returning from a multi-day hike completely soaked from heavy rain 🌧️🏞️, they graciously allowed me to check in two hours early to dry my things and rest. They even offered the use of a washing machine for all my wet clothing, which was a lifesaver 🧺. The room has a cozy, homey vibe with a pleasant scent, and everything is new and impeccably clean 🛏️✨. The shared kitchen is freely accessible and features an electric oven for cooking local fish, adding a nice touch to the stay 🐟🍽️. Seeing me eating just fish, the host kindly offered me a bowl of mixed vegetables, which was both thoughtful and delicious 🥗. They also took the time to ask about my adventures, making me feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. Additionally, the convenience of having a bus stop right in front of the guesthouse is an added bonus 🚌🏠. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Yakushima Island 🌟.

The Kaisui is five minutes up the small hill from the ferry port and the information center, on the left, after the first traffic light,past a small parking lot in front. So it's very conveniently located. If not in your room package (it may be in all, but I was surprised to learn breakfast was included) it's well-worth the price for a decent breakfast. Do settle on a breakfast time on arrival, which I didn't. The washing machine here (and the detergent) are free, and the dryer costs very little. A convenient place to stay. My room had an in-suite shower and toillet, though not all may. Can easily imagine others giving it an excellent rating; it's a close call.

The owner of this Minshuku was so sweet and friendly! We stayed here for 4 nights, and our room had 2 single beds, a private shower, and a private toilet room. The room and the shared kitchen area were all very clean! The location is superb as it is near Miyanoura Port, and there are restaurants and a supermarket nearby as well. I would highly recommend this place to anyone that wants to go to Yakushima!

Stayed four nights. Comfy, simple tatami rooms. Hearty and tasty breakfast included. Convenient location for port and bus. Very friendly staff/family. Two of the them can communicate in English! We really enjoyed our stay.

On yakushima, your choices of lodging is very limited. It's either minshuku (homestyle bed & breakfast) or really really expensive resort. Often times things get booked up really quickly. Kaisei is very affordable. Around $180CAD for two nights for 2 people, breakfast included. We get our own room, private shower and toilet, which is actually a rare find in minshuku. Kaisei is extremely convenient, it's located right beside the Miyanora port; restaurants and shops within walking distance. (Not that you would walk on Yakushima, we rented a car, the car rental place is also close to Kaisei). It's also located close to the mountain way to get to shiratani hiking trail.||||||Our breakfast was delicious, the bento box they packed for our hiking trip was also very delicious and cheap. We have a Japanese style room with towels and everything provided. Our hosts speak very limited English, but through hand gestures they were able to book us an evening to watch sea turtle laying eggs and giving us directions to all of our destinations.

stayed here for 2 nights in dec 2018 in a modern room with bed & sofa + private bath/toilet en suite. for ¥4500 per night, it was worth it as breakfast is really good here. bus stop is just across the entrance. hosts are helpfull, they arranged a scooter rental for me. they try their best to communicate in English using Google translate app :-)

The owner was very friendly and helpful - the homemade breakfast was lovely and the traditional tatami mat sleeping arrangement was great for our group of three travellers.