A Rural Retreat at a Saga Farmhouse

Kick back and experience country life Japanese-style at the rustic Guza guest house

Guza, a rustic farmhouse deep in the mountains of Saga Prefecture, offers a rural retreat. You'll feel as if you've traveled back in time to experience life in rural Japan.

You won't find anything fancy here, and that's the beauty of it. The farmhouse structure is constructed of massive wooden beams, and the floors are tatami mats. The kitchen boasts an old-fashion kamado wood stove, where the owners will prepare your two included meals⁠—a feast of fresh local produce. The iron Goemon-style bath is wood-fired, and the futons are plenty comfortable.

There’s nothing much to do here if you’re tied to your electronic devices, and that’s the point. You're welcome instead to explore the mountains, fish, take a dip in the river to cool off on a summer's day. Or just step outside, sit down around the firepit and take a deep breath of fresh mountain air.

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