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Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori

2.0 star property

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Experience the serene ambiance of a traditional Japanese space, featuring a grid-patterned wall, a wooden bench, and a beautiful vase with flowers.
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Experience the serene atmosphere of a traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a sliding door.
Traditional Japanese entrance with a dark door, stone lantern, and tiled roof.
Traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof and sliding door, set amidst a serene garden with rocks and greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view
The current price is NZ$1,024
22 July - 23 July

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori

A Unique Accommodation Blending Japanese Tradition and Modern Comfort: Edo-kan

Located within a vast 56,000㎡ property, Edo-kan is a renovated kamado house, transformed into a unique accommodation facility. This space reflects the essence of traditional Japanese living, featuring an irori (hearth), kamado (traditional stove), Goemonburo (iron bathtub), and doma (earthen floor), preserving the charm of the past.

The accommodation consists of two buildings:

The main building includes a bedroom equipped with two double-size beds, as well as a spacious living area with floor heating, ensuring warmth and comfort even during colder seasons. The bathroom features a Hinoki (Japanese cypress) bathtub, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing soak in a fragrant wooden bath.

The detached building offers a luxurious space with a king-size bed, also equipped with floor heating. This private retreat provides a serene and exclusive environment for a truly relaxing stay.

Additionally, Meihodo offers a variety of Japanese cultural experiences, including tea ceremony, kyudo (Japanese archery), karate, iaido, bonseki, and taiko drumming (available for an additional fee). For more details, please visit our official website.

Immerse yourself in a unique space where traditional Japanese living harmonizes with modern convenience, creating a truly unforgettable stay.

Amenities:
• Wi-Fi
• 1 King-size bed
• 2 Double-size beds
• 2 Additional futon mattresses (available upon request)
• Air conditioning
• Floor heating
• Hair dryer
• Toothbrush
• Towels
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Body soap

Please note that the arrangement of furniture and interior decor in the room may differ slightly from the photos.

Spend a special time with your loved ones, surrounded by history and nature, in this truly exceptional space.

Property manager

鳴鳳堂

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

About the area

Map
阿蘇市永草字堤, 熊本県

What's nearby

  • Aso Farm Land - 12 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Cuddly Dominion - 13 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Kusasenri Observatory - 19 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Daikanbo - 23 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Aso Kuju National Park - 34 min drive - 24.4 km

Getting around

  • Akamizu station - 7 min drive
  • Kumamoto (KMJ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪あそ火の山温泉どんどこ湯 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪あそ路 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪馬方そば屋 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪さか本 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪阿蘇 ロッリビアンカ 乙姫炉里庵 - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori?

As of 21 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori on 22 Jul 2025 start from NZ$1,023.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Meihodo Edokan ❘ A Japanese Retreat Woven with Kamado and Irori located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Aso Sarumawashi Theater, Aso Farm Land and Cuddly Dominion. Road Station Aso and Aso Highland Museum Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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