Choose eco-friendly soaps and use renewable energy
In the bathroom we offer natural soaps and shampoos. Uses woody biomass energy to produce hot water.
Sustainable Accommodation
SPOT1
Miyama Nature & Culture Village Kajikaso Inn
Offer eco-tours
Our activities go under the name of Eco-tours which have been designed to work on local sustainable development.
Support traditional festivals
We support traditional festivals together with local people to hands on our precious treasures to next generation.
Miyama Nature & Culture Village Kajikaso Inn
Address／56 Shimomukai, Naka, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/kajikaso
SPOT2
Miyama FUTON&Breakfast
Choose sustainable eco-friendly house
Thatched roof might be the most sustainable roofing systems. After being replaced, the old thatch is used as organic fertilizer , returning back to the soil.
Use locally grown food for your breakfast
Over 80% of the food for our breakfast are produced in Miyama. To reduce plastic products, we introduce paper resource containers and returnable milk bottle.
Shop local milk in returnable glass bottles
We offer locally produced milk in returnable glass bottles which allows you to make an eco-friendly choice.
Miyama FUTON&Breakfast
Address／52 Kitsuneiwa, Shima, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture (Reception House)
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/futnandbreakfast
SPOT3
Matabe thatched B&B
Offer traditional thatched accommodation
Located in a centre of Miyama's thatched village, we offer memorable overnight stay in a traditional thatched house.
Hire locally and increase the benefit to local community
Our company runs community-owned business. Locals in thatched village have invested to the company and support local economy.
Choose locally grown food
We choose locally grown food and support small food producers in the area which stimulating local economy and benefiting the community as a whole.
Matabe thatched B&B
Address／25 Shimomaki, Kita, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/matabe
SPOT4
Tautasya
Food self-sufficiency rate is over 90%
Vegetables, rice and ducks are grown in our farm and we use game meat as a way to curb food loss.
Use local raw materials for buildings which are all self build.
We use raw materials sourced locally for our facilities.
Collect and chop fire wood and use wood-burning stove
We use wood-burning stove for heating in winter. The firewood are collected locally.
Tautasya
Address／1-1 Kamigonami, Tauta, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/tautasya
SPOT5
Ryokan Kigusuriya
Reduce plastic waste
To reduce plastic waste we ask our guest to bring own toothbrush, hair comb.
Use carefully grown in-house vegetables
We introduce smart agriculture and grow in-house rice together with cooperated companies.
Choose renewable energy.
Introduce off grid solar power and produce self-sufficient energy supply for accommodation
Ryokan Kigusuriya
Address／8−1 Imayasu, Tsurugaoka, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/kigusuriya
SPOT6
Ashiu Yama no Ie (Ashiu moutain hut)
Preserve the river
We investigate the biodiversity and ecosystems to protect the river and organize cleaning up the river programs.
Hands on the beautiful nature to next generation
Organize educational programs for young children to share the abundance of nature in the area.
Choose locally grown food
We choose locally grown food (rice, chicken, eggs, venison are 100% produced in Miyama). Home-made pickles and home grown mushrooms are also our delicacy.
Ashiu Yama no Ie (Ashiu moutain hut)
Address／13 Sugo, Ashiu, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/yamanoie
SPOT7
Miyama Heimat Youth Hostel
Choose locally grown food in Miyama
Vegetables are all pesticide-free and home grown. Choose local shops and farmers to helps to revitalize the area.
Use self-sufficient firewood
We use pruned small wood in the garden for firewood.
Choose eco-friendly cleaning products
We choose natural soaps, shampoos and cleaning detergent which are eco-friendly.
Miyama Heimat Youth Hostel
Address／57 Nakasai, Obuchi, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/heimat
SPOT8
Kominka Inn THYME
Reduce food waste
Compost food waste and reuse them as fertilizer at our herb farm.
Use wood-burning stove
Make efficient use of local wood and reduce carbon footprint.
Choose locally grown food
Choose locally grown food products for our menu (Miso, milk, eggs, rice are 100% comes from Miyama)
Kominka Inn THYME
Address／17-1 Hakanoshita, Nagatani, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/thyme
Local Guide
Mari
English speaking guide
Guide for
Thatched village guided tour
Waterfall Trekking Tour
I was born and raised in Miyama. Now I raised my three daughters surrounded by wonderful nature and kind neighbours. I believe guided tour is a great way to share our life and history in Miyama.
Hope our tour will be a highlight of your trip in Japan and brings you a unforgettable memories.
Noriko
English speaking guide
Guide for
Thatched village guided tour
Kayabuki snack walk
Waterfall Trekking Tour
Started to live in Miyama in 2015, she loves communicating with locals; participating local events; visiting historic sites; and strolling along beautiful scenery of Miyama. With full of warm hospitality, she’ll explain details of thatched house traditions as well as local’s lifestyles.
Waka
English speaking guide
Guide for
Thatched village guided tour
I was born and raised in Miyama.
I’m deeply attached to Miyama and welcome all international tourists with my warm-hearted hospitality.
National Government Licensed Guide interpreter.