FAQ

The maximum capacity for "Oyashiki Stay Ko" is 9 guests, but regardless of the number of guests, you will have exclusive use of the entire property.

• For small groups: This property is perfect for couples or small groups of friends. Since you’ll have the entire 3,000-square-meter property to yourselves, it’s ideal for celebrating an anniversary or simply enjoying a quiet getaway for two.
• If there are more than 9 people: We can accommodate groups of up to about 13 people, including children. Please contact us via the inquiry form or by phone to discuss your needs.

"Oyashiki Stay Ko" features 4 bedrooms (plus a living room where futons can be laid out), 7 beds, and 3 sets of futons, with a capacity of 9 guests.
All rooms are equipped with air conditioning.
We can discuss room assignments based on your group's composition.

"Oyashiki Stay Ko" is located about a 5-minute drive from Sakate Port.
We provide a free shuttle service from the port.

From each port on the island to our inn (by car)

From Honshu and Shikoku to Shodoshima (by ferry)

From JR Takamatsu Station, the estimated travel time, including transfers, is about 90 minutes.

Yes. At Oyashiki Stay Ko, we offer free transportation within the island.
In addition to transfers to the ferry terminal, we can also accommodate requests such as grocery shopping at a supermarket before your arrival or transfers to nearby tourist attractions.
You can visit the island without renting a car—just come as you are.
After making your reservation, please let us know your port of arrival and arrival time.

Yes. "Oyashiki Stay Ko" offers free outdoor parking for five cars; no reservation is required.
You can use it from 3:00 p.m. until 10:00 a.m. the following day.
Please note that there are some narrow sections of the road in front of the inn, so if you are arriving in a large vehicle, please contact us in advance.

Although there are only a few shops within walking distance, you can walk to the following locations.

• Convenience store: 9-minute walk
• Italian restaurant "EAT" and seafood izakaya "Masumaru": 5-minute walk
• Marukin Soy Sauce Museum, Shodoshima Brewery, Shodoshima Museum of Contemporary Art: Within walking distance

We also offer free shuttle service to supermarkets and restaurants for dinner, so please feel free to contact us.

The estimated rate for a stay at “Oyashiki Stay Ko” is 29,500 yen per person per night for room-only accommodations. Rates vary depending on the season and day of the week.
We offer optional services such as dinner prepared by a private chef, a shabu-shabu ingredient package, and breakfast.
Please check the official website's reservation calendar for the latest rates.

Yes. We apply the 6% discount to reservations made through the official website of "Oyashiki Stay Ko."
In addition, the official website is the easiest way to make individual requests, such as early check-in, transportation, and meal arrangements.

At Oyashiki Stay Ko, we accept reservations up to approximately 12 months in advance.
Same-day reservations are available if rooms are available, but we ask that you contact us a few days in advance to arrange meals and transportation.

At Oyashiki Stay Ko, you can use the following payment methods.
In addition to paying online in advance, you can also pay on-site.

• Credit Cards (VISA / Mastercard / JCB / AMEX / Diners / UnionPay / Debit Cards)
• IC Card
• QR Code Payments
• Cash
• Domestic Bank Transfer

Yes. At Oyashiki Stay Ko, we issue receipts and qualified invoices.
If you have any specific requests regarding the recipient's name or message, please let us know at checkout.
We also accept invoice payments (prepayment) from corporate customers.

Yes. We offer a gift certificate for a stay at "Oyashiki Stay Ko" as a thank-you gift for Hometown Tax donations to Shodoshima Town.

The cancellation fees for “Oyashiki Stay Ko” are as follows:

Please note that if you are unable to visit the island due to ferry cancellations, no cancellation fee will be charged (please see the next question).

Since Shodoshima is a remote island, ferry service may be suspended due to inclement weather.
If the flight or ferry you were planning to take is canceled, making it impossible for you to visit the island, Oyashiki Stay Ko will not charge a cancellation fee.
Please contact us as soon as possible once you learn that the flight has been canceled.
In addition, if a flight cancellation is expected for the following day during your stay, we will provide support, such as information on alternative routes.

Yes. At "Oyashiki Stay Ko," we offer the following meals.

• Dinner prepared by a private chef (sushi, Japanese cuisine, Italian cuisine—we are unable to accommodate requests for specific cuisines)
• Shabu-Shabu Ingredient Plan
• Breakfast-Only Plan

Yes. "Oyashiki Stay Ko" features a full kitchen, so you can cook your own meals.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a 3-burner induction cooktop, a dishwasher, a complete set of dishes and cookware, a rice cooker, a refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster, and a coffee maker.
We also offer a free shuttle service to the nearby supermarket, which is a 5-minute drive away, so please feel free to ask us about grocery shopping.

Kura BAR is a self-service bar exclusively for guests, housed in a 150-year-old renovated warehouse.
In addition to local island sake and appetizers, we offer beer, sake, wine, and champagne for an additional charge.
You are welcome to bring your own beverages (there is no charge for bringing your own drinks).

The sauna at "Oyashiki Stay Ko" is an authentic Finnish-style sauna where you can perform your own löyly.
This private sauna is available exclusively to hotel guests. It can accommodate 1 to 2 people and is open 24 hours a day.
After your sauna session, you can enjoy a sense of “totonoi” in the semi-open-air bath overlooking the courtyard garden and while taking a fresh-air bath with a view of the garden.
Please note that there is no cold-water bath.

The bath at "Oyashiki Stay Ko" is not a hot spring but a semi-open-air bath that uses natural water drawn from underground.
It has received high praise for its soft water quality, which leaves your skin and hair feeling smooth.
When you open the window, a view of the courtyard unfolds before you.
Please note that it takes some time to fill the tub with hot water, so we recommend that you get ready as soon as possible after check-in.

At "Oyashiki Stay Ko," we provide the following amenities, so you can basically arrive empty-handed.

• Face towels, bath towels, and robes
• Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, washcloth
• Toothbrush, skincare set, comb, hair tie, hair dryer

From an environmental perspective, we would appreciate it if you could bring your own toothbrush and other items.

At Oyashiki Stay Ko, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. There are several spots where it’s easy to work, such as the dining room and the veranda, and many guests stay for multiple nights to combine work and vacation.

Check-in at "Oyashiki Stay Ko" is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM.
Our staff will assist you with check-in in person.

Yes. We offer early check-in (from 2:00 PM) and late check-out (until 11:00 AM) for 3,000 yen per group.
Please let us know in advance if you have any requests.

"Oyashiki Stay Ko" is equipped with a washer-dryer, which you are welcome to use at any time during your stay.
If you are staying for multiple nights and would like your room cleaned, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your request.

Smoking is prohibited throughout the entire premises at Oyashiki Stay Ko. You may smoke outdoors (ashtrays are provided).

Even on rainy days, at Oyashiki Stay Ko, you can enjoy the Finnish-style sauna, the semi-open-air bath, the Kura Bar, and the spacious living areas.
We’ve received many comments saying, “It was truly special to spend some leisurely time listening to the sound of the rain.”
We also have board games and playing cards available.

Yes, children are welcome.
In addition to providing children's chairs, the unit features a full kitchen and a washer-dryer, so you can prepare baby food and do laundry.
However, because the design of this traditional Japanese house features many steps and the semi-open-air bath is fairly deep, we ask that parents or guardians accompany young children at all times.

Yes. "Oyashiki Stay Ko" features four bedrooms and a spacious living and dining area. Since each space is large enough for everyone to enjoy their own time, it’s a popular choice for multigenerational family trips.
Children can enjoy harvesting vegetables in the garden and interacting with the chickens, while older guests can enjoy the tranquil Japanese garden and the engawa.

However, since our inn is housed in a 95-year-old traditional Japanese house that has been preserved in its original state, there are many steps, and the facility is not barrier-free.
We have step stools and other assistive devices available, but if you or anyone in your party has difficulty walking, please let us know in advance.

We apologize, but we do not allow pets at Oyashiki Stay Ko.

Yes. “Oyashiki Stay Ko” is a whole-house rental with a capacity of 9 guests. Since it has 4 separate bedrooms, it’s ideal for trips involving two or more families.
While you can all gather around the table together in the shared dining area, each family can rest in their own bedroom.

At Oyashiki Stay Ko, we are happy to help you celebrate birthdays and anniversaries.
You can consult with us about arranging cakes and flowers, as well as preparing for a toast at the Kura BAR.
Please let us know when you make your reservation.

Yes. Since “Oyashiki Stay Ko” is available for exclusive use of the entire property, it can also be used for corporate training sessions, retreats, executive meetings, and team off-site events.
In addition to using the spacious dining area as a meeting space, we offer Wi-Fi and can arrange private dining with a personal chef.
We also accept payment by invoice (prepayment) and can issue valid invoices.
Please contact us for information regarding the number of participants and the schedule.

At "Oyashiki Stay Ko," we welcome inquiries regarding the use of our grounds—which feature a Japanese garden and a 150-year-old storehouse—for photo shoots.
Availability and pricing vary depending on the details, so please contact us via the inquiry form to discuss your needs.

At Oyashiki Stay Ko, we provide support for inquiries and your stay in English.
We provide multilingual information about the facility and will assist you using translation tools as needed.
We accept reservations from overseas via our official website, Airbnb, Booking.com, and other platforms.