Experience Japanese old living exchange and Volunteering for Guesthouse "Nodokeya" in Tokushima

Wakimachi, Mima City is a famous area for it's preserved historic townscape, and guests staying at Nodokeya Guesthouse can take a few minutes' walk to explore it. The view of historic buildings with beautiful white walls and lattice windows that have been preserved since the Edo period creates an atmosphere as if you were transported to a world of period dramas. The accessibility to enjoy the townscape is one of the charms of Nodokeya Guesthouse. Additionally, the building itself has a homely atmosphere as the owner renovated it by hand. Guests can enjoy interacting with the owner and other guests, exchanging travel information and making new acquaintances.

The owner couple of Nodokeya Guesthouse is one of its attractive features, providing a cozy and homely atmosphere. The male owner is a musician and an IT developer who also handled the renovation of the building himself, using locally sourced materials. On the other hand, his wife is a professional manga artist who is skilled in art and design and has a strong focus on the interior and furniture of the guesthouse. The guesthouse features beautifully crafted handmade objects made by the owner's wife and antique furniture collected as her hobby.The owner couple values social interaction within the guesthouse and actively participates in it. They provide information about the local area, advice for travelers, and support for guests to have a comfortable stay.