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Last Updated on December 15, 2025
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A Pilgrim’s Home Away from Home
Nestled quietly in Anan City, Tokushima, Sazanka (山茶花) is a heartwarming guesthouse that feels like a return to one’s hometown. Just beside the 22nd sacred temple Byōdō-ji, this cozy minshuku offers a comforting atmosphere where the breath of the local community blends with the tranquil path of the pilgrimage. Renovated rooms are spotless and the facilities—especially the bath and toilet—are known for their comfort. The standout feature is the osettai (hospitality) experience: small plates of seasonal fish, handmade desserts, warm rice, and even rice balls and sweets for the next day’s journey—all generously prepared with love. Laundry and drying machines are free to use, and every detail reflects the innkeeper’s thoughtful care. The landlady’s warm smile and heartfelt service make guests feel like they’ve returned home—a gentle resting place on the long pilgrimage road.
Basic information
| Address | 188-1 Akiyama, Aratano-cho, Anan-shi, Tokushima |
| Phone number | 0884-36-3701 |
| Parking | ✓ Available (free) |
| Number of room(s) | 8 rooms |
| Price | Room only : 5,000 yen With breakfast : — With dinner : — Half board : 8,000 yen |
| Website | — |
| Check-in | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Check-out | 9:00 |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ Available (free) |
| Laundry | Washing machine: ✓ Available (free) Dryer: ✓ Available (free) |
| payment | Cash: ✓ Accepted Credit card: ✕ Not accepted e-money: ✕ Not accepted |
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Guests praise the large, clean bath and tidy futons and tatami rooms, noting the inn feels just like staying at home. The abundant meals and osettai—including ramen, sweets, rice cakes, and fruit—receive enthusiastic gratitude. The complimentary laundry machines are another welcome feature. Many appreciate the landlady’s friendly, down-to-earth manner, describing the experience as cozy and comforting. Overall, Sazanka is lauded as a pilgrim-friendly inn known for its warmth, generous hospitality, and thoughtful amenities.
The bath is large, and the tatami mats and futons are beautiful.
★★★★ (4 out of 5 stars)
The food was home cooked, plentiful and delicious. There are ramen, sweets, steamed buns, and fruits for entertainment, and I am humbled by the generosity of the proprietress.
There is a laundry.
★★★★ (4 out of 5 stars)
Plenty of entertainment for snacks and drinks.
You can have lunch (two rice balls) at the reception. From now on, there are few facilities where you can eat and drink, both forward and reverse.
The proprietress is friendly. It’s homey and cozy.
★★★★ (4 out of 5 stars)
