Immerse with a stay in Minshuku
Minshukus are family own accommodation, not unlike bed&breakfast style in western countries. The family that owns the business allows the opportunity for visitors to mingle and experience the lifestyle of a Japanese while visiting the country. Minshuku gives a very rustic feel to your stay because it is like staying in a friend’s house with all the amenities and home cooked food. Like a Ryokan, except that is more personal, you can experience Japanese style baths and sleep on a futon on a floor like traditional Japanese customs.
You can request to be catered for all three meals or just a bed. But usually, their rates includes a breakfast. Usually the cost for one night in a Minshuku can cost between 5000-9000 yen a night. Although you can find a cheaper, no frills alternative for 4000yen a night only.
I have a link here which lists ALL the Minshuku around Japan (in English) for you!
Minshuku Center
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