Minshuku Okajin

Gamoto Guesthouse is run by a grandfather and grandmother, part of a family of three generations of professional fishermen. This guesthouse is located by Lake Chuzenji, and on clear days, you can overlook both Lake Chuzenji and Mount Nantai from your room. The guesthouse is quite compact, with three Japanese-style rooms and shared bathrooms. I initially thought it would be cramped, but we didn't have any conflicts with other guests when using the facilities. We booked the half-board option for two nights. Although the meals were quite similar both days, they were very authentic to the local cuisine, and the grilled fish was excellent. Overall, because it was a major holiday, accommodations nearby were expensive, and it was hard to find places to buy things. This guesthouse offers excellent value for money, and its location is quite good, making it a place worth considering.

Breakfast and dinner were absolutely fantastic. It got really cold at night, so I had to use the kotatsu to sleep. It's a very traditional, old Japanese guesthouse. I personally love this style, but because of that, there was a smell of smoke and some insect carcasses in the room and other areas. It's perfect for those who want to experience a traditional Japanese stay, but probably not suitable for perfectionists.

The views are amazing since it's right by Lake Chuzenji. Early morning strolls are lovely too. For meals, we had trout sashimi and grilled trout, which were absolutely delicious! I was also surprised by how cool it was, even in summer, with no need for air conditioning!

Right after arriving, the landlady started talking about her foot (that it might need amputation, lol). I really didn't want to hear that kind of story ( ﾉД`)ｼｸｼｸ…. It was a hassle (-_-;). Couldn't check in because the part-time staff hadn't arrived. Nothing could be done without the part-time staff. The room smelled musty. The meal was reasonably good. The bidet in the shared toilet was broken, and the floor was soaking wet. I had to wipe the floor (the worst). I will never go there again.

Great onsen, delicious food, and a lovely lakeside atmosphere.

Had a wonderful stay at this traditional inn. The host was very welcoming. The traditional meals were delicious and prepared with great care. A truly exotic and refreshing experience! I highly recommend this inn.