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Overview

Happiness Chikatsuyu is a cottage owned by the lovely Ms. Muya.  It is located in a small grove of trees just north of the Kumano Kodo in Chikatsuyu village next to the Hiki-gawa River.  The cozy cottage has a Japanese-style room, small loft, dining room, and kitchen.  The dining room features a giant wooden table.  The windows look onto the surrounding garden planted with a variety of flowering trees.  Guests often enjoy sitting on the deck or in the private gazebo taking in the peaceful location. The three annex buildings (Ken-chan, Masaki and Chii-chan) are named after Ms. Muya's grandchildren.  They were built in a corner of the property near the river surrounded by Japanese maple trees.  These three annex buildings are identical and each have two Japanese-style rooms, two sinks and toilet. The guestrooms are divided by sliding fusuma doors.  As with the main Happiness Chikatsuyu cabin, it is a private rental, there is only one booking per day.

There are two bicycles for each of the four buildings that are free to use, convenient for a cruise around town, or to visit the nearby grocery store to buy food. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Within a property, room configurations, sizes, and furnishings will often vary from one guest room to another. Because many of these regional lodges have been built, expanded, or updated over generations, no two rooms are completely identical. One room might feature a distinct layout, different views, or unique decorative accents compared to the room next door. Embracing these shifts in style and layout is a core part of the journey, offering an authentic window into the distinct regional charm and hospitality of the trail.

Happiness Chikatsuya

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