Yuriko, the guesthouse host, is a complete gem! Even though we didn’t speak each other’s languages, we were able to communicate and laugh through Google Translate. Her home-cooked dinners were delicious. They were authentic Japanese dishes, not the typical ramen or sushi that you get in the States. This is not a generic, sterile hotel experience. It’s like living at your favorite aunt’s house in the countryside!

I wish I could have walked to the center of Mashiko, but it wasn’t a problem. Yuriko pick up and dropped off whenever I needed.

Wonderful stay with lovely host family. Yuriko and her husband were very kind to us and we had a great conversation about life and pottery with the help of Google Translate. Yuriko provided a delicious and hearty home-cooked breakfast and dinner (dinner was arranged in advance, for a very reasonable extra fee), and was able to accommodate our request for vegetarian meals. She also picked us up and dropped us off in Mashiko town and offered to take us to more out-of-the-way pottery shops. The large detached bath house was very relaxing after a day of walking, and everyone in our group slept comfortably in the rooms.

Morino Garden is a hidden gem. We stayed in one of the tatami rooms and enjoyed the comfort. The room has a sink, fridge, and microwave, and the shared toilet is barely a step away. (Shower is downstairs, still quite convenient.) But the real charm of Morino Garden is the host. Yuriko went above and beyond for us, offering rides, luggage storage, and even a meal we hadn’t booked. We felt as if we’d been welcomed into a home—as, indeed, we had.

Nothing, really, I noted the ways it differs from a standard hotel room in the pervious comment, but that just made it more special for us.

Mashiko is frequently done as a day trip from Tokyo, but I found spending a few days was more rewarding.  Honestly, as a tourist, I'm not a big fan of Tokyo anyway. Mori-no Gardens provides a comfortable stay in a country house just outside the small town of Mashiko.  Within walking distance; however, the proprietess, Yuriko, will also transfer you by car in the morning and  afternoon.  A wonderful town to walk around in and explore (pottery and antique shops, rice fields, temples, sake)-- do not miss the Hamada museum. I am vegetarian and I highly recommend her Japanese home style cooking, a delicious variety of offerings you probably will not find in restaurants.   One of my best and inspiring experiences in Japan this trip, so grateful.  Please arrange a meal plan when you book, as you cannot simply show up and ask for dinner-- that is not possible. I look forward to returning, a marvelous time.

Yuriko was a warm and very hospitable host. She made sure we were very comfortable and was a fabulous cook, I really enjoyed our breakfasts and our morning conversations. The bnb is very homely with lots of wood and big expansive windows that show off the big green garden. We also loved the wooden bath, it was a great way to unwind after a long day exploring Mashiko. The bnb is tucked away so you may find it a bit hard to find if you travel by car, but the benefit of this is that it’s incredibly quiet in the evening! We loved our stay and was certainly a highlight of our 4 week holiday.

Wonderful stay host was so kind picking us up and taking us to local museum.Breakfast was large and delicious.Great night's sleep on really comfortable beds or you can choose a traditional Japanese guest room.We had a few sleepless nights in Tokyo so didn't try.Mashiko is a perfect location for pottery enthusiasts.There was so much to see.

Yurikos place is a beautiful older Japanese style house. Very cozy and homily, the perfect setting for a few days away in the country. The room was very clean and the bedding was good quality and kept me warm throughout the night. The heater also worked a treat which was lucky because the weather got very cold during my time in Mashiko.

Nothing, I really enjoyed my stay

The breakfast was amazing. Coffee was good! The location was pastoral and it is great that bikes are available to use. Our host was exceptional; an excellent tour guide and offered a ride to and from the bus station. Beds were super comfortable and the Japanese bath was fun to try.

It is out of town but the host and the bikes make up for that

We really enjoyed our stay at this cozy house and Takae and Yuriko were extremely kind hosts, welcoming us with some tea and snacks to their beautiful pension. They also offered to show us around in town a bit. The room and bathrooms were very clean and we especially appreciated the fireplace and wooden bathtub for a cold winter day.

A nice quiet place for relaxation in a country side, comfortable futons, convenient and clean facilities, very welcoming host. Very good breakfast served using the lovely cups and plates from local potteries, The only missing in this house is a cat :) Or maybe we simply didn't meet.