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Last Updated on December 9, 2025
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A Warm Haven in a Port Town, Crafted from a 100-Year-Old House
“Guesthouse Sakura-an” is a renovated timber wholesaler built in 1919 (Taisho 8), quietly nestled in the port town of Hiwa. On the first floor, guests can enjoy local sake and light bites at the evening bar “Bar Nikenme,” perfect for unwinding after a long day. A body care salon using aroma oils also offers soothing relief for weary travelers. The accommodations include mixed-gender bed dormitories, futon-style rooms, and a separate annex, all supported by free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Designed with the needs of walking pilgrims in mind, this guesthouse gently supports the body and soul. It’s a calm and welcoming retreat that quietly restores you for the next day of your journey.
Basic information
| Address | 114-6 Teramae, Okugawauchi, Minami-cho, Kaifu-gun, Tokushima |
| Phone number | 080-7817-2258 |
| Parking | ✓ Available (free) |
| Number of room(s) | 6 rooms |
| Price | Room only : ・Twin room (bed) 3,800 yen ・4-person (futon) 3,800 yen With breakfast: above +300 yen With dinner : — Half board : — |
| Website | guesthousesakura-an.com |
| Check-in | 16:00 |
| Check-out | — |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ Available (free) |
| Laundry | Washing machine: ✓ Available (details unknown) Dryer: ✕ Not available |
| payment | Cash: ✓ Accepted Credit card: ✕ Not accepted e-money: ✕ Not accepted |
Supplementary information
- Breakfast (additional 300 yen)
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Guests often praise the renovated traditional Japanese house for its comfort, with many commenting, “The futons were fluffy, and I slept soundly.” Thoughtful gestures like preparing rice balls for early-morning departures are also appreciated, described as “a kindness that deeply touched me after a long journey.” Despite its age, the toilets and showers are newly renovated and clean, earning high marks for comfort. Some mention the building’s age, but even that is embraced as part of its charm. Overall, the guesthouse is celebrated as “a place where historical ambiance and warm hospitality coexist in harmony.”
