Ukiha City, Fukuoka

This renovated old farmhouse, dating back over 100 years, is available for rent by just one group per day. The main building features an earthen floor with a quintessential Japanese sunken hearth and a scenic deck overlooking the mountain village. The grounds, separated from other buildings by a board fence, provide a space for your exclusive use, making it perfect for barbecues and glamping. Enjoy the natural woodland landscape and all that this peaceful lodge has to offer.

• Address :

  516-1 Tagomori, Ukiha-machi, Ukiha-shi, Fukuoka Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)120-502-076 (Ukiha-no-Akari)

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese, English, German

• Access :

  20minute drive from JR Ukiha Station

• Check-in :

  3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

• Check-out :

  10:00 a.m.

• Rates :

  From ¥55,000 per building

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB

• Bedroom :

  Up to 8 persons per building, lockable, Japanese futons

• Bathroom :

  No key, bathtub available (from check-in until check-out)

• Toilet :

  Western style

• Meals :

  None (BBQ food plan and breakfast food plan available upon request)

• Wi-Fi :

  Available

This renovated old farmhouse, dating back over 100 years, is available for rent by just one group per day. The space epitomizes modern Japanese luxury, featuring a decked jacuzzi and an outdoor barbecue area complete with table, chairs, and a stove. Spend a quiet, luxurious night surrounded by the starry sky and stone walls.

• Address :

  2634-2 Kojio, Ukiha-machi, Ukiha-shi, Fukuoka Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)120-502-076 (Ukiha-no-Akari)

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese, English, German

• Access :

  15minute drive from JR Ukiha Station

• Check-in :

  2:00 p.m.

• Check-out :

  10:00 a.m.

• Rates :

  From ¥40,000 per night for 2 persons

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB

• Bedroom :

  Up to 10 persons per building, lockable, Japanese futons

• Bathroom :

  No key, bathtub available (from check-in until check-out)

• Toilet :

  Western style

• Meals :

  Not available

• Wi-Fi :

  Available

This 170-year-old renovated private house in the Himeharu area offers studding views of the beautiful, terraced rice paddies. Visitors to the restaurant can relax and unwind around the cozy fireplace. The menu features courses and set menus prepared using local mountain produce, such as vegetables, fruits, Yamame trout, and wild game meat. Reservations are recommended, even on weekdays.

• Address :

  3918-1 Niikawa, Ukiha-machi, Ukiha-shi, Fukuoka Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)943-77-2275

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese

• Access :

  13minute drive from JR Ukiha Station

• Opening Hours :

  11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (reservations required on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

• Closed :

  Tuesday – Thursday (open if the day falls on a national holiday; consultation required for groups of 4 persons or more)

• Cuisine :

  Japanese cafe

• Foreign Language Menu :

  Not available

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB

The Yamame trout, often referred to as the ‘queen of river fish’, is a landlocked species that thrives exclusively in mountain streams. Visitors can enjoy fishing for these trout in a pond fed by clean river water. Fishing using a pole is available from 1 fish per person per hour, while catching fish by hand is available from 1 fish per 30 minutes. Freshly caught fish can be grilled on the spot.
PHOTO: (C) Ukiha Tourism Mirai Zukuri Public Corporation

• Address :

  746 Tagomori, Ukiha-machi, Ukiha-shi, Fukuoka Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)943-77-5220

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese

• Access :

  20minute drive from JR Ukiha Station

• Duration :

  30 minutes – 1 hour. Reception: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. between July 1 and September 30)
  Reception closes at 4:00pm for fishing pond and 4:30pm for hand-catching (Summer: 5:00pm for fishing pond and 5:30pm for hand-catching).
  *If you wish for your fish to be salted and grilled, please come in 30 minutes before the above closing time. (20 to 30 minutes is required for grilling)
  Closed on Wednesdays

• Fee :

  Fishing pond: from ¥1,200 per person per hour (includes 1 Yamame trout), Catching using your hands: ¥800 per person per 30 minutes (includes 1 Yamame trout), additional Yamame trout can be added for ¥400 per fish.

• Languages supported :

  Japanese (language support via an app is also available)

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB