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I was a little anxious about traveling to the island—it's far from Tokyo, and I was going alone—but I decided to go for it. It was absolutely worth it: every part of the trip, from the flights and ferry rides to my stay at the Hotel, was truly enjoyable. The Hotel was very comfortable and impeccably clean, and everyone there treated me with such kindness. (In particular, on a rainy day when I couldn’t go out, they kindly offered me coffee, and they were extremely thoughtful about meals for me as someone with a dairy allergy.) I rarely feel like returning to the same Accommodation, but this time I genuinely wanted to stay again. Thank you so much for everything.The Room had a soothing natural wood scent, and the island views—changing throughout the day—were beautiful. Even on rainy days, I never got tired of looking at them. Each meal was wonderful in its own way and made for such an enjoyable time; even now that I’m back in Tokyo, I often think about it.*One note not directly related to the Hotel but hopefully helpful for getting to the island:* If you’re traveling from Yonago Airport, taxis to Shichirui Port are limited. If you plan to take a taxi to the port, it’s reassuring to call and make a Reservation several days in advance! (I assumed there would be taxis at the airport that day, but there were none at all—and when I called around I was told they were all taken—so I nearly missed my ferry. Thankfully someone who found a taxi first kindly offered to share their ride when they saw how worried I was.)

This Hotel does not seem to be part of a chain; it appears to be operated by a company that plays a key role in revitalizing the local community. It was simple rather than flashy, and I had a very comfortable stay. The meals, made with local ingredients, felt like a luxury considering you can enjoy them in this setting. The drink pairing—such as sake—was also wonderful, and listening to the explanations made it an even more delicious experience. Thank you.If I could ask for one thing: although guests come here to relax in peace and quiet, when children run around or shout, the building’s structure and acoustics can make it feel quite loud. As others have mentioned, I understand it may be difficult to keep children quiet, so separating Accommodation buildings or providing a kids’ room might help ensure an enjoyable stay for everyone.