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Last Updated on December 8, 2025
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A Machiya Guesthouse Offering the Comfort of “Coming Home”
Just a minute’s walk from JR Marugame Station, Marugame Guesthouse Welkame offers a cozy, “home-away-from-home” atmosphere perfect for travelers on the Shikoku pilgrimage. The owner, who has traveled extensively around the world, warmly guides guests to local highlights such as udon shops, restaurants serving honetsukidori (grilled chicken), and Marugame Castle. The guesthouse offers mixed dormitories, private rooms, and a separate women-only annex for added security and comfort. Guests praise the friendly hospitality, describing how “the staff’s thoughtfulness gave strength to my journey” and how they “learned about local specialties through detailed recommendations.” With free Wi-Fi, kitchen facilities, and rental bicycles, this guesthouse gently supports your journey and inspires you to “take the next step.”
Basic information
| Address | 115-13 Hamamachi, Marugame-shi, Kagawa |
| Phone number | 080-1997-3983 |
| Parking | None (Neighborhood coin parking 200-300 yen available) |
| Number of room(s) | 4 rooms |
| Price | Room only : – Men-only dormitory: 2,600 yen – Women-only dormitory: 2,600 yen – Private room for 2 people: 3,200 yen/person With breakfast : — With dinner : — Half board : — |
| Website | welkame.webnode.jp |
| Check-in | 17:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ Available (free) |
| Laundry | Washing machine: ✕ Not available Dryer: ✕ Not available |
| payment | Cash: ✓ Accepted Credit card: ✕ Not accepted e-money: |
Supplementary information
- For bathing, please use the retro public bath (open until 21:30), which is a 7-minute walk from our inn.
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Guests highlight the excellent location, noting: “It’s close to the station, port, and shopping streets, making sightseeing easy.” The cleanliness and comfort of the rooms also receive high praise, with many describing the space as “homely and relaxing.” The friendly and helpful staff stand out, particularly for their support of pilgrims and local advice. Many enjoy the shared spaces, mentioning that “interactions with other travelers were fun and memorable.” Affordable pricing and a welcoming atmosphere encourage repeat visits, making it a highly recommended stop for both solo travelers and groups.
