Thank you for your reservation. We look forward to welcoming you to Wataya, the terraced rice field inn.
Things to check first
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 2763 Kamiyamaguchi, Hayama-machi, Miura-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Wi-Fi | SSID: wataya / Password: tanada2763 |
| Check-in | From 14:00 (until 21:00). If you wish to check in between 14:00 and 14:30, we will guide you on a terraced rice field walk and in-person check-in (advance application required). |
| Check-out | By 10:00 |
| Entrance Key | Smart lock. The code will be provided the day before. |
| Parking | Space for 3 cars. Please back in from the entrance. |
| Smoking | Strictly no smoking indoors. Please use the designated outdoor ashtray area. |
| Pets | No pets allowed indoors. |
| Evening Activities | Please spend your time quietly indoors after 21:00. |
For urgent inquiries, please call the emergency contact number, do not send a message: 050-1808-6065
1. How to enjoy your stay
| Time of Day | How to Enjoy |
|---|---|
| Upon Arrival | If checking in between 14:00 and 14:30, a staff member will provide a facility tour and a walk through the terraced rice fields. Enjoy the scenery and atmosphere of Hayama's satoyama (countryside). We also offer terraced rice field/farm work experiences, and ice cream/wild herb tea workshops. |
| Evening | The terraced rice fields are most beautiful at this time. Prepare to mill the complimentary brown rice and cook it in an earthenware pot, take a bath (you can see the rice fields from the bathroom), and relax. |
| Night | The chorus of creatures echoes through the satoyama night. Please be quiet indoors after 21:00. Feel free to use the books in the library and board games. |
| Morning | The air is clear in the terraced rice fields in the morning. Drink coffee outside or take a walk through the terraced rice fields. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast unique to the satoyama. |
| Before Check-out | Please do a minimal tidying up and check for forgotten items. You can leave the bedding as is. |
2. How to use the kitchen
- The kitchen is available for your free use.
- Please wash and dry dishes and cooking utensils after use.
- Please use the dish drying rack placed on the shelf to the right of the sink.
- After cooking with a lot of oil, please lightly wipe around the stove.
- Do not leave food waste in the sink; please put it in the kitchen trash can.
- Please use the ventilation fan while cooking.
- Please take any food or drinks you brought and stored in the refrigerator with you when you check out.
- Cooking utensils and seasonings are stored under the sink (please feel free to use them. After use, please wash, dry, and return them to their original place. For hygiene reasons, please do not take seasonings home).
3. Terraced Rice, Rice Mill, and Earthenware Pot Cooking
We provide 3 go (approx. 450g) of brown rice from the terraced fields. Enjoy the experience of milling and cooking the rice during your stay. Please refer to the instructions provided.
4. Trash Separation
Trash cans are located under the kitchen appliances. Please cooperate with separation by referring to the numbers.
| Category | Contents |
|---|---|
| ① Burnable Trash | Food waste, paper scraps, soiled paper, food packaging, etc. |
| ② Plastics | Container and packaging plastics, bags, trays, etc. |
| ③ Bottles & Cans | Please empty contents before discarding. |
| ④ PET Bottles | Remove caps and labels and lightly rinse the bottle. |
| Cardboard | Fold and bundle together. |
| Hazardous/Special Waste | For batteries, broken items, etc., please contact staff. |
Please do not take trash outside; it's fine to leave it in the sorted trash bins under the kitchen.
5. Insect Care
Due to the environment surrounded by terraced rice fields and satoyama, insects may appear depending on the season. While it's impossible to completely prevent them, please cooperate with the following measures.
To keep insects out of the house - Do not leave the entrance or windows open - Close screens when opening windows - Do not leave unnecessary outdoor lights on at night - Do not leave food or drinks out - Put food waste into bags immediately
If insects appear - Insect repellent spray is available next to the trash can in the library. Please feel free to use it.
6. Bedding, Washing Machine, and Water Facilities
Bedding - Maximum occupancy: 8 people - 2 beds in the Western-style room, 2 daybeds in the Japanese-style room, and 4 futon sets in the storage under the daybeds in the Japanese-style room - The Japanese-style room can be partitioned with a roll screen - At check-out, it's fine to leave the bedding and sheets as they are
7. Request
Wataya is an inn located within the daily lives of local residents. Please be especially mindful of noise at night, street parking, and littering.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. We wish you a wonderful stay.