Ikigai House: Bilingual Host & Authentic Homestay
Room in Matsumoto, Japan
- 2 futons
- Shared bathroom
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.9 reviews
Stay with Sonoe
- 1 year hosting
Listing highlights
Exceptional check-in experience
Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.
Mountain and garden views
Soak up the views during your stay.
Room in a home
Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
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Hello! I’m Sonoe, your host.
After many years as an English teacher, I opened my home to guests from around the world. This is a homestay experience where you will stay in our home and share the space with us. I am happy to communicate in English, so please feel free to ask me anything about local life. I look forward to sharing an authentic and memorable experience with you!
The space
★One Group Per Day
We host only one group per day in an authentic tatami room with futons.
As a licensed Antique & Art Dealer with a deep passion for art, I have decorated your guest room with my personal collection—including lacquerware, Kutani porcelain, hanging scrolls (Kakejiku), and handmade Matsumoto Oshie (traditional fabric pictures) crafted under the guidance of a local master.
★Japanese Art & Kimono Appreciation
I would be delighted to share my private collection of Ukiyo-e, ceramics, and heirloom kimonos.
★ Free Morning Coffee/Tea
Enjoy coffee with your host.
★Morning Walk
Enjoy a peaceful morning walk surrounded by nature, birdsong, trees, and seasonal scenery.
★ Homemade Dinner Experience (Optional / Extra Fee)
Would you like to cook and enjoy a traditional Japanese home-cooked meal together? If you are interested, please let me know when you book! (Advance reservation required)
★Private Car Tour
As a certified Azumino City Licensed Guide Interpreter, I offer customized private car tours of Azumino and Matsumoto for an additional fee.
★Free Pickup from Hata Station
Free pick-up and drop-off at Hata Station, with a supermarket and coin laundry nearby. My home is in a quiet area with no shops within walking distance, but convenience stores and restaurants are just a few minutes away by car.
Other things to note
★House Rules
We love welcoming guests and want everyone to have a wonderful stay. As this is our private home, please read the following house rules before booking.
-For security reasons, the entrance is locked from9:30 PM to 6:00 AM. (Check-in by 9:30 PM / Check-out from 6 AM.)
- Early check-in: Available upon request (fee applies).
- We are happy to provide free pick-up and drop-off for check-in and check-out. At other times, please use a taxi. (Hata Station is about a 15-minute walk from our home.)
- Laundry facilities are not available for guests.
- Maximum stay is 3 nights.
-Please let us know the purpose of your trip when sending your reservation request.
Thank you so much for your understanding and cooperation.
Registration details
M200050390
After many years as an English teacher, I opened my home to guests from around the world. This is a homestay experience where you will stay in our home and share the space with us. I am happy to communicate in English, so please feel free to ask me anything about local life. I look forward to sharing an authentic and memorable experience with you!
The space
★One Group Per Day
We host only one group per day in an authentic tatami room with futons.
As a licensed Antique & Art Dealer with a deep passion for art, I have decorated your guest room with my personal collection—including lacquerware, Kutani porcelain, hanging scrolls (Kakejiku), and handmade Matsumoto Oshie (traditional fabric pictures) crafted under the guidance of a local master.
★Japanese Art & Kimono Appreciation
I would be delighted to share my private collection of Ukiyo-e, ceramics, and heirloom kimonos.
★ Free Morning Coffee/Tea
Enjoy coffee with your host.
★Morning Walk
Enjoy a peaceful morning walk surrounded by nature, birdsong, trees, and seasonal scenery.
★ Homemade Dinner Experience (Optional / Extra Fee)
Would you like to cook and enjoy a traditional Japanese home-cooked meal together? If you are interested, please let me know when you book! (Advance reservation required)
★Private Car Tour
As a certified Azumino City Licensed Guide Interpreter, I offer customized private car tours of Azumino and Matsumoto for an additional fee.
★Free Pickup from Hata Station
Free pick-up and drop-off at Hata Station, with a supermarket and coin laundry nearby. My home is in a quiet area with no shops within walking distance, but convenience stores and restaurants are just a few minutes away by car.
Other things to note
★House Rules
We love welcoming guests and want everyone to have a wonderful stay. As this is our private home, please read the following house rules before booking.
-For security reasons, the entrance is locked from9:30 PM to 6:00 AM. (Check-in by 9:30 PM / Check-out from 6 AM.)
- Early check-in: Available upon request (fee applies).
- We are happy to provide free pick-up and drop-off for check-in and check-out. At other times, please use a taxi. (Hata Station is about a 15-minute walk from our home.)
- Laundry facilities are not available for guests.
- Maximum stay is 3 nights.
-Please let us know the purpose of your trip when sending your reservation request.
Thank you so much for your understanding and cooperation.
Registration details
M200050390
Where you'll sleep
What this place offers
Mountain view
Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Lock on bedroom door
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value
Guest reviews mention
Where you’ll be
Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan
Ikigai House is nestled in a peaceful residential area, surrounded by majestic mountains and the crystal-clear Azusa River flowing from Kamikochi.
In spring, the sweet, perfume-like scent of acacia trees drifts from the riverbank. In summer, you'll wake up to the gentle song of cuckoos. Autumn transforms the mountains into a vibrant sea of red, and in winter, the landscape sparkles under a blanket of fresh snow.
It is conveniently located to go anywhere, including Matsumoto, Azumino, and Kamikochi.
There is a supermarket and a laundromat next to Hata Station, with a municipal hospital right across the street.
In spring, the sweet, perfume-like scent of acacia trees drifts from the riverbank. In summer, you'll wake up to the gentle song of cuckoos. Autumn transforms the mountains into a vibrant sea of red, and in winter, the landscape sparkles under a blanket of fresh snow.
It is conveniently located to go anywhere, including Matsumoto, Azumino, and Kamikochi.
There is a supermarket and a laundromat next to Hata Station, with a municipal hospital right across the street.
Meet your host
My work: Licensed Guide
Favourite song in secondary school: Stay gold-Stevie Wonder, Arthur's Theme
I spend too much time: Going to the theater
For guests, I always: Create a comfortable space
I’m happy to spend time with my guests or give them space
Hello, I’m Sonoe. I love nature, art, and travel. I’m here to support your journey, helping you discover something special along the way. I speak English, so you can feel completely at ease during your stay!
Host details
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