Discover Authentic Japanese Life
Hi! I'm Nao.
I enjoy talking with and meeting new people. When my husband and I opened Nano Village in 2013 I couldn't speak English at all, fast forward to now, we have hosted over 300 people from all over the world and my English has improved a lot...I hope!
I love the Japanese culture and I want to share it with other people. If you come here, I hope I can share authentic Japanese culture with you!
See you soon! :)
What is ”Nano village”?
The traditional inn "Nanovillage Okayama" is located in Kibi-Chuo Town, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Okayama Prefecture.
At Nanovillage, we aim to share traditional Japanese culture with our guests while also learning about different cultures from around the world.
If you're interested, we can take you to recommended local spots or even go to the supermarket together to help you buy Japanese ingredients.
Experience the authentic Japanese lifestyle that you won’t find in ordinary hotels or inns!
Who this is for
- Love nature? 🌿
- Tired of crowded tourist spots? 🚶♂️➡️🌾
- Need a relaxing getaway? 😌
- Want to experience real Japanese life?
※Not recommended for those who prefer urban living or smokers, as smoking is prohibited on the property.
Seasonal Activities
Spring: Harvest, prepare and eat bamboo shoots
Summer: Visit local festivals
Autumn: Visit traditional festivals, picking fruits, drying fruits and making jams
Winter: Make and eat mochi, burn bamboo
Accommodation
Sleeping Room
You will sleep in Tatami room.
We will provide:
- Blanket
- Japanese mattress
- Pillow
Kitchen
This kitchen has a traditional atmosphere and is equipped with basic utensils. Feel free to use the refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and rice cooker.
Kamado
There is a traditional kamado (stove). It's an old oven used for cooking rice.
Toilets
We have 2 toilets.
Bath room
We have a bath room.
Other facilities photos
Shopping
Our house is in the countryside, so there aren’t many shops nearby. I recommend buying food in the city on your first day.
There is a small vegetable shop about a 40-minute walk away and a convenience store about a 30-minute walk away. If needed, I’d be happy to give you a ride—just let me know!
Occasionally, I go to a large supermarket in Okayama City, which is about a 40-minute drive. If you’d like, feel free to join me!
■Vegetable shop
You can buy seasonal vegetables. Cheap and fresh. There are not many varieties depending on the season.
There are also processed goods, but the price is higher than in the city and the variety is not sufficient.
You can also use credit cards.
■Kibi Plaza
There is a large convenience store where you can buy meat and fish, but there are not many kinds. There is also a \100 shop in the plaza.
You can also use credit cards.
Recommended tourist attractions to visit after Nanovillage.
Okayama City is 1 hour by bus + 20 minute walk from Nano Village
Hiroshima is 35 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) from Okayama Station.
Shikoku (Takamatsu Station) is 1 hour by local train from Okayama Station.
Himeji Station is 20 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) from Okayama Station.
Naoshima is 1 hour by local train and 20 minutes by ferry from Okayama Station.
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