The accommodation is a guesthouse renovated with about 200 volunteers from an old house more than 100 years old. It is currently run by high school students, who are involved in activities that address social issues. Long-term guests also stay here, making it a one-of-a-kind accommodation where you can interact with many people. ※In winter, a utility fee of 500 yen is charged. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. <Access> 5 min to JR Tokai Haba Station on foot. 3 min to Ihoku IC by car.

To try something new, I quit high school in Tokyo and moved to this place of rich nature. We are always thinking about what we can do as an old private house guesthouse and are ready to have a good time with you. Please come and enjoy life in the Japanese countryside with us!

Tatsuno Town, where hinatabocco guesthouse is located, sits right in the heart of Nagano Prefecture. This small town is surrounded by serene satoyama countryside and clear streams. In early summer, Tatsuno is famous as one of Japan’s top spots to see fireflies, preserving the nostalgic beauty of traditional rural Japan. Within an hour’s drive from Tatsuno, you can explore many wonderful attractions, including: Matsumoto Castle, a designated National Treasure Lake Suwa, known for its scenic lakeside views and hot springs The Yatsugatake area, an outdoor paradise for hikers and nature lovers Takato Park, famous for its stunning cherry blossoms in spring Mount Komagatake and Mount Kyogatake, popular among mountain climbers The historic post towns along the Kiso Valley and Narai-juku Using Tatsuno as your base, experience the rich nature, history, and culture of the Shinshu (Nagano) region.