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Last Updated on December 15, 2025
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A Hidden Haven to Ease the Climb’s Fatigue
Tucked away near Yakuō-ji Temple, just beyond the challenging Tamagadake Pass of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, Uemura Ryokan provides a peaceful end to a demanding day’s journey. With only five calm and well-kept rooms, the ryokan offers a serene and intimate atmosphere. Guests will find modern comforts such as clean family-style baths, well-maintained washrooms, and Wi-Fi (available in the new annex). Laundry needs are well taken care of with a coin-operated washer and dryer. The meals here are one of the highlights—thoughtfully prepared with local ingredients and praised as “top-class” by many visitors. Whether you’re finishing a long climb or preparing for the next, this inn is known for gently restoring both body and soul.
Basic information
| Address | 12-1 Anohonmyo, Kamiyama-cho, Myozai-gun, Tokushima |
| Phone number | 088-678-0859 |
| Parking | Available (free) |
| Number of room(s) | 5 rooms |
| Price | Room only : 5,000 yen With breakfast : — With dinner : — Half board : 8,000 yen |
| Website | r.goope.jp |
| Check-in | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Check-out | 9:00 |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ Available (free) |
| Laundry | Washing machine: ✓ Available (100 yen) Dryer: ✓ Available (200 yen) *Washing and drying machine:300 yen |
| payment | Cash: ✓ Accepted Credit card: ✕ Not accepted e-money: ✓ Accepted (PayPay) |
Supplementary information
- Please check in by 18:00.
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Though the building itself carries signs of age, the interior has been renovated and is widely praised for its cleanliness and comfort—including the baths, rooms, and toilets. Guests frequently describe the meals as generous and delicious, with one reviewer expressing deep satisfaction after a dinner featuring eel. Thoughtful services like laundering guests’ clothes and even folding and returning them to the room have left strong impressions. Flexibility is also a key strength: early breakfast service has been arranged upon request, accommodating tired pilgrims’ schedules. The innkeepers—a kind and attentive couple—are often mentioned for their warm hospitality, making this ryokan a trusted and welcoming refuge for walkers on the Shikoku trail.
He takes a break once a month
★★★ (3 out of 5 stars)
The proprietress’s concern was wonderful, and the room, bath, and toilet were all clean and tired.
★★★★ (4 out of 5 stars)
The food was delicious and the quantity was sufficient.
The building itself is old, but the inside has been renovated, and the rooms and bathrooms are clean and clean.
★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
In particular, the food has no complaints in terms of taste and quantity.
We were able to wash and dry our clothes.
Great food and great view from room. The room and bath room is very clean. The boss is also very kind to help you dry the washed clothes. You need walk faster to reach the hotel earler when leavel #12 燒山寺
★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
I am looking for an e-mail adress to get in contact with the owner of the ryokan. I would love to make a reservation.
>>> Please use the inquiry email form on the official website.
https://r.goope.jp/uemura-inn/contact
(from: Minna no Henro Team)
It is difficult to cross Tamagatoge(=Tamagatao) Pass, but I don’t think you will regret staying here.
★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
It’s a wonderful inn. We especially recommend the hearty dishes.
After all, the food is gorgeous.
★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
In my case, they served eel.
My legs were quite damaged from going from Fujiidera to Shosan-ji and then downhill, so I was glad to have such a hearty meal.
My laundry was washed, and after I finished eating, it was folded and left in my room to dry.
Since I wanted to leave early in the morning, I requested breakfast at 06:00, and they happily accommodated me.
Grand landlady? He seems to be an active pilgrim, and when I stayed there he said he had just returned from visiting about 10 temples.
The building is old, but the facilities have been renovated.
★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
Meals are adequate in terms of quality and quantity.
Breakfast time can be changed (even at 5:30).
The owner will take care of your laundry and dryer (300 yen).
The proprietress will take care of your laundry and fold it for you.
If you walk further beyond the pass, you will reach it.
★★★★★ (5 out of 5 stars)
It is a guest house (inn) for pilgrimages.
The food is plentiful and even more delicious.
I want to stay again next time (^^)/
I like the old building because it feels nostalgic
