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Last Updated on December 15, 2025
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A Homely Café-Inn Where Pilgrims Find More Than Just Rest
Quietly nestled along the national highway in Kashiwano, Ainan Town, Café & Inn Kashiwa is a cozy stopover renovated from an old inn in 2019, thoughtfully designed with walking pilgrims in mind. The property offers both clean Japanese-style and Western-style rooms, currently operating primarily as a self-catering stay, while still providing amenities like Wi-Fi, washing machines, and dryers for a comfortable visit. The on-site café serves hearty, home-style meals made with local Marumasa Shoyu miso and soy sauce, as well as freshly ground coffee at reasonable prices. With a convenience store just a few minutes’ walk away, easy access adds to the peace of mind. Guests often highlight the warm and approachable hospitality of the owner, making this a place that offers “more than just a bed” for travelers on foot.
Basic information
| Address | 372 Kashiwa, Ainan-cho, Minamiuwa-gun, Ehime |
| Phone number | 0895-85-0417 |
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| Number of room(s) | — |
| Price | Room only : 4,500 yen With breakfast : — With dinner : — Half board : — ・Breakfast +500 yen *Currently only room without meals (no meals provided) |
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| Check-in | — |
| Check-out | — |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ Available (free) |
| Laundry | Washing machine: — Dryer: — |
| payment | Cash: ✓ Accepted Credit card: — e-money: — |
Supplementary information
- Convenience store (Lawson) nearby
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Guests frequently note that the location is “perfect for a short rest during the pilgrimage,” appreciating the convenience and cleanliness of both Japanese-style and Western-style rooms. The available Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and dryers earn high marks for practicality, with comments like “I didn’t feel any inconvenience with the amenities.” The adjoining café receives glowing praise for its “hearty and homey set meals” and freshly brewed coffee, described as “comfort food that really soothed my tired body.” The owner’s friendly personality is repeatedly mentioned, making the stay feel especially warm and inviting. Overall, the inn is celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere, thoughtful facilities, and restorative meals, leaving guests with a sense of gentle care and comfort.
Easy to find at the entrance to the Kashiwazaka Pilgrimage Road from Route 56. The food is delicious. The hostess is friendly.
★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
