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Yanbaru Forest Retreat · Motobu, Okinawa

Grandma's House

Mountain Retreat
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Our Story

A Grandmother's Home,
Deep in Yanbaru Forest

A Renovated Kominka in the Heart of Yanbaru

Nestled in the lush greenery of Izumi, Motobu Town, northern Okinawa — this is where the house stands.

Once home to the owner's grandmother, this traditional kominka has been carefully renovated. The carved ranma transom windows and painted fusuma sliding doors remain as they were, while every modern amenity has been thoughtfully added.

Wake to birdsong in the morning, gaze at a sky full of stars from the rooftop at night. Far from city noise, this is an entirely private, whole-house retreat.

A home where someone was loved, now waiting for your memories.

玄関のシーサー / Shisa guardian at the entrance
114㎡
Floor Area
8
Max Guests
9.3
Guest Score
20min
To Churaumi Aquarium
Rooms & Spaces

Rooms & Spaces

Private Spaces for Up to 8 Guests
ベッドルーム
Bedrooms 1 & 2
Western-style Bedrooms

Two warm wooden rooms with bamboo blinds. Each room has 2 semi-double beds and air conditioning. Morning light filters through the Yanbaru trees.

2 rooms · 2 semi-double beds each · A/C

和室二間続き
Tatami Rooms
Traditional Tatami Rooms

Breathtaking traditional rooms with carved ranma transoms and landscape-painted fusuma doors. Two 8-mat rooms connected. 4 futon sets provided.

2 × 8-mat rooms · 4 futon sets

ダイニング・キッチン
Dining & Kitchen
Fully Equipped Living Space

A large dining table seating 8. Full kitchen appliances including rice cooker, microwave and toaster. High chairs and children's tableware available. Starlink satellite Wi-Fi included.

Full kitchen · 8-seat dining · Kids chairs & tableware · Starlink Wi-Fi

Amenities

Amenities

Everything You Need for a Perfect Stay
BBQエリア
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Charcoal BBQ
Charcoal BBQ

Coleman grill, outdoor table and chairs all provided. BBQ surrounded by Yanbaru greenery is an unforgettable experience.

満天の星空
⭐
Starry Rooftop
Starry Rooftop

With virtually no light pollution, the night sky is breathtaking. The Milky Way is visible from the rooftop on clear nights.

Starlinkアンテナ
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Starlink Wi-Fi
Satellite Internet

High-speed satellite internet even in the mountains. Reliable enough for remote work.

バスタブ
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Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom

Shower, bathtub, and washlet toilet. Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap provided.

ダイニング・お子様対応
👶
Family Friendly
Family Friendly

High chairs and children's tableware available. No nearby neighbors, so kids can run freely. Washer, gas dryer and detergent provided for longer stays.

駐車場
🅿️
Free Parking
Free Parking · 3+ Cars

Free on-site parking for 3+ cars. Perfect for guests arriving by rental car.

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The Milky Way from Your Rooftop

The Milky Way from Your Rooftop

Deep in the Yanbaru mountains, light pollution is almost nonexistent. Step up to the rooftop and the sky opens up with countless stars. The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye on clear nights — one of the most-mentioned highlights in our guest reviews.

Guest Reviews

Guest Reviews

What Our Guests Say
9.3
★★★★★
Booking.com · 36 reviews / Airbnb 5.0
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At dawn, the calls of bush warblers and Ryukyu kingfishers drifted in from the trees — completely real. At night, gazing up at a sky full of stars from the rooftop was simply the best. I want to come back!

幸
Kochi · Okinawa
Booking.com ★★★★★
"

Warm and peaceful like a grandmother's home — a spacious living room, wooden beams, quiet hallways, and tatami floors. A truly traditional Japanese house. You could even see stars in the night sky.

劉
Liu · Taiwan
Booking.com ★★★★★
"

Really spacious rooms surrounded by beautiful greenery. Very relaxing, and despite feeling remote, it's close to all the sights. Would definitely stay again.

A
Ana · Brazil
Airbnb ★★★★★
Access & Location

Access & Location

Motobu Town, Kunigami District, Okinawa
📍 Address
Address3479 Izumi, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa 905-0221
Check-in4:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Self check-in (key box)
Check-outBy 10:00 AM
CancellationSee cancellation policy on booking platform
ParkingFree · 3+ cars (on-site)
Wi-FiFree · Throughout (satellite)
🗺 Nearby
Churaumi Aquarium~20 min by car
Junglia Okinawa~12 min by car
Nakijin Castle Ruins~15 min by car
Kouri Bridge~20 min by car
Nago City Center~20 min by car
Lawson (nearest)~5 min by car
Naha Airport~90 min by car
House Rules

House Rules

Please Read Before Your Stay
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Self Check-in
Key Box · No Contact
Pick up your key from the key box. No need to meet anyone — check in anytime within the window.
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Non-Smoking
Non-Smoking
The entire building is non-smoking.
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No Pets
No Pets
Pets are not permitted.
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No Parties
No Parties
Parties and events are not permitted.
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Children Welcome
Children Welcome
No age restriction. High chairs and children's tableware provided. No neighboring houses — kids can play freely.
Reservations

Book & Inquiries

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