Commitment to the Environment
We use eco-friendly shampoos and body soaps derived from soap ingredients. In addition, we minimize the use of fossil fuels by heating the bath water with a wood biomass boiler.
Sustainable Practices in Our Accommodations
SPOT1
Miyama Nature & Culture Village Kajikaso Inn
Ashiu Forest Trekking
In collaboration with Kyoto University, we offer trekking tours in Ashiu Forest, a research forest. These tours are designed to minimize the impact on the natural environment, with carefully selected routes planned by our local certified guides.
Preserving Traditional Events
We work with the local community to preserve and carry on traditional events such as the rice planting festival and harvest festival held at the thatched-roof village.
Miyama Nature & Culture Village Kajikaso Inn
Address／56 Naka shimomukai, 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.
Bamboo Toothbrushes
Instead of plastic toothbrushes, we provide eco-friendly, biodegradable bamboo toothbrushes as part of our amenities.
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 Moutain Hutte
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 Moutain Hutte
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
SPOT９
NIPPONIA Miyama Tsurugaoka Mountain Village
Utilizing Traditional Houses
We make use of traditional houses that we have carefully renovated. Emphasizing the unique charm of these homes, we promote their use not only as accommodation but also as homes to live in.
Partnership with Local Restaurants
We partner with restaurants in the Tsurugaoka area of Miyama, where our accommodations are located. Guests can enjoy meals made with local ingredients provided by these restaurants.
Contributing to the Preservation of Traditional Festivals
We introduce our guests to the region's traditional festivals, engage in fundraising activities for their preservation, and collaborate with the community to plan and implement experiences where guests can participate in these cultural events.
NIPPONIA Miyama Tsurugaoka Mountain Village
Address／Shinshakadomae 1, Tsurugaoka, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/stay/nipponia-hotarubi
Sustainable Practices in Dining
SPOT1
Restaurant Kitamura
Buckwheat Farming to Preserve the Landscape
We use homegrown buckwheat and rice. Buckwheat is cultivated not only as a food source but also as a landscape crop, helping to preserve the beautiful rural scenery of our farming community.
Supporting Local Employment
Over 90% of our staff live in Miyama. We invite instructors to provide training for our team, helping deepen their understanding of the SDGs.
Participating in Local Events
We actively participate in traditional local events, offering support such as providing lunch for community activities.
Restaurant Kitamura
Address／ 19–1 kitaAgeishi , Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/eat/kitamura
SPOT2
Cafe Gallery Saika
No Petrochemical Detergents
To preserve the pristine rivers of Miyama for future generations, we do not use petrochemical-based detergents.
Using Local Ingredients
We make full use of the blessings of the satoyama (traditional rural landscapes), such as locally grown millet, barnyard grass, and horse chestnuts. This helps reduce our carbon footprint and contributes to a decarbonized society.
Reducing Food Waste
We focus on avoiding over-preparation in order to minimize food waste.
Cafe Gallery Saika
Address／15 Kitashimomaki , Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/eat/saika
SPOT3
Kibi Kobo
Efforts to Eliminate Plastic
We use wooden spoons and other eco-friendly alternatives for takeout and have switched to recyclable packaging for our products, carefully selecting materials with the environment in mind.
Employee Training Programs
We hold biannual training sessions to deepen our staff's understanding of sustainable tourism and SDGs. Our goal is to harmonize what visitors seek with what the community can offer, contributing to a sustainable society.
Reducing Food Waste
We offer traditional Japanese sweets made with ingredients harvested from the fields right outside our store. All our employees are residents of Miyama, contributing to local employment and community development.
Kibi Kobo
Address／21-1 Kitaageishi, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/shopping/kayanosato-shop
SPOT4
Miyama Omoshiro Farm Club
Using Local Ingredients
Mindful of food mileage, we source most of our ingredients, including venison, pork, free-range chicken, Kyoto vegetables, and charcoal for smoking, from Miyama Town and the surrounding areas.
Efforts to Eliminate Plastic
To support environmental conservation, we use wooden spoons, forks, and other utensils for takeout. Additionally, we have switched to paper containers and cups, offering products made from eco-friendly materials.
Using Wood Stoves and Miyama Timber
We use a wood stove for heating, reducing our reliance on electricity and making effective use of local timber. Our store is built with Miyama's cypress and cedar, featuring barrier-free architecture.
Miyama Omoshiro Farm Club
Address／ 33-1 Uchikubo Ikenotani, Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/eat/nouminclub
SPOT5
Yururi
Using Local Ingredients and Eco-Friendly Material Selection
We prioritize using natural, locally sourced ingredients and materials from Miyama to address environmental issues and contribute to sustainability.
Reducing and Reusing Food Waste
By using compost to recycle food scraps into fertilizer, we contribute to a circular society and promote sustainable waste management practices.
Utilizing Thatched Roofs
Our restaurant is housed in a traditional thatched-roof house, where some dishes are carefully prepared over an irori (traditional Japanese hearth). This provides a unique culinary experience that can only be enjoyed in a thatched farmhouse.
Yururi
Address／ 15 Morisatosanozen , Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
More information／https://miyamanavi.com/en/eat/yururi
SPOT6
Kanbee
Using Local Ingredients
We offer dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, focusing on vegetables from our own farm and Miyama-raised chicken. We also serve traditional regional foods in season.
Utilizing Waterwheel Power for Rice Milling
We use the power of a waterwheel to mill the local ``Rennyo rice,`` which we serve to our guests as ``Waterwheel Rice.``
Utilizing Thatched Roofs
Our dining area and waterwheel feature traditional thatched roofs. The roofing material is made from plants like reed and rice straw, which can be reused as fertilizer for farmland once it becomes old, returning naturally to the earth.
Kanbee
Address／ 15 Morisatosanozen , Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture
Local Guide
Mari
Local Guide of the Thatched Village
I was born and raised in Miyama, surrounded by its beautiful nature and the wonderful, welcoming people of the community. Now, I am raising three children here. Through guided tours, I aim to share the lifestyle and history of Miyama, offering an unforgettable experience that you won’t find anywhere else.
Noriko
Local Guide of the Thatched Village
I moved to Miyama in 2015. I love meeting new people, walking through the beautiful countryside, and actively participating in local events. As a returnee from the United States, I am happy to provide tours in English. I will also guide you through the details of the thatched roof structure and the everyday life of the area.
Chisa
Local Guide of the Thatched Village
As a guide of the Thatched Village, I aim to share the charm of the thatched roofs and the rich natural beauty of Miyama, while also telling the stories passed down by past generations. I hope to create experiences that make you want to stay longer in Miyama. I look forward to guiding you.