"Pros: Lovely location looking out into the Harbour. 711 is just behind the hostel. A few eateries around the vicinity. A good pit stop for the night and to experience a quiet sleepy fishing port. Cons: Nothing much except I would have appreciated an advance information of the construction taking place just at the entrance of the hostel, it would have prepared me that I would have to walk a short distance with my luggage. Thank you." ~Pamela

"Pros: We loved all of the care and thought put into every detail in those beautiful house. We appreciated the video for how to use the key. That made it very easy." ~Michael

"Pros: We just loved staying at Uminca. What a beautiful traditional house and authentic Japanese experience staying in this lovely Minka. The house is lovingly restored with tatami mats and flooring, sliding timber doors with washi paper, and wooden engawa verandas opening onto a small courtyard. There are two bedrooms upstairs (the stairs are steep) or the option to sleep downstairs on the futons on the tatami mats - which is what we chose. The kitchen has everything you need, and there is also a washing machine. We had a car, and there was one open-air car space beside the house - which was perfect. The house is within walking distance of the shops and restaurants. We drove to Mihama Beach - but you could walk or ride a bike. Unfortunately, Mt Fuji was covered with clouds while we were there, but the town still has beautiful ocean views. We were also given drink vouchers by the owner of Uminca for the Tagore Harbor Hostel, a trendy cafe overlooking the harbour. I had the best walnut and olive omelette for dinner at the restaurant, and it was well worth eating there. If you are considering staying outside of Japan's cities, Mihama Beach is a beautiful place to go. Uminca made the experience one that we will never forget. Cons: The style of the original bathroom is nice, but a newer bathroom would make staying there even better. The toilet was modern and new." ~Gaye