Sen Guesthouse
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Sen Guesthouse

687-15 Tanoura, Shodoshima-cho, Shozu-gun 761-4424 Kagawa Prefecture
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Ocean view balcony
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#1 of 1 guest house in Shodoshima-cho
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Location
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Value
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Service
Located on Seto inlands "dream island" our guesthouse welcomes guests of all ages. Private beach, expansive balcony, bbq area, well stocked kitchen with small pantry to buy basic local products and tons of common space. We have private Japanese style rooms and a mixed dormitory room, eveyry room have ocean views.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Beach
Non-smoking hotel
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Kitchenette
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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1.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quaint
Hidden Gem

Location

687-15 Tanoura, Shodoshima-cho, Shozu-gun 761-4424 Kagawa Prefecture
Name/address in local language
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 55 out of 100
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Takamatsu Airport
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Tokushima Airport
46.1 km
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Jordan F wrote a review Oct 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sen is a wonderful little getaway on Shodoshima - we enjoyed our stay there, felt welcome and at home. The views of the sunset from the balcony and beach are spectacular. Matthew and Nori are lovely - highly recommend staying here if you get the opportunity.
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Date of stay: October 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Sarah K wrote a review Jun 2024
Kansas City, Missouri
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This place is perfect. The location and views can’t be beat. Matthew and Nori are warm and friendly hosts with a wealth of knowledge about the ins and outs of Shodoshima. They’ve thought of everything to make your stay easy. Can’t recommend enough.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Shodo-shima, Japan
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nori and her husband run Sen
Guesthouse in 2018, they moved
their guesthouse to Shodoshima in
search of nature. Through her own
experience on a pilgrimage, she was
drawn to the“hospitality culture”.
Moved by the hospitality of the locals,
she decided that she wanted to return
the favor. She and her husband created a
map of the Shodoshima pilgrimage route
in Japanese and English to introduce
foreigners. The map has been so well
received that many inquiries from
overseas have been mailed overseas.
She continues to promote the charms
of the Shodoshima pilgrimage, which is
rich in nature. 
“Walking along the mountain paths,
you can see the view of the sea, which
is unique to the island,and sometimes
find that someone has cut down the
branches and trees that stick out
on the path for the next walker. It
is a wonderful culture that people's
thoughtfulness like that remains. I
would like to see the administration take
the lead in addressing environmental
issues on the island. We ourselves would
like to volunteer to help maintain the
mountain paths around the guesthouse.
When I see the guests gazing out at the
sea in a relaxed mood, it is our role to
preserve this landscape. Inheriting the
culture of the Shodoshima pilgrimage
and the nature that surrounds it is
not only about providing hospitality to
pilgrims and tourists, but also about
passing on the rich island lifestyle she
enjoys by the quiet sea, far from the
villages.

小豆島の南東に突き出た細長い半島の
先端に位置する田浦地区に佇み、内
海湾を望みながら滞在できるゲストハウス、
「Sen Guesthouse」を夫婦で営むアイアナロ
ン範子さん。自然を求め2018年に小豆島へゲ
ストハウスを移転。自身の遍路経験から、地
元の人から受け感動し自分達も恩返ししたい
と思うようになった“お接待文化”の魅力に引
き込まれ、外国人にも小豆島遍路を案内でき
たらと、日英表記の小豆島遍路地図を作成。
海外からの問い合わせも多く海外郵送するほ
ど評判に。自然豊かな小豆島遍路の魅力を
発信し続けている。
「小豆島遍路はアスファルトの道が少なく、ど
こを歩いても気持ちが良かった。山を歩いても
海を望む景色に出合えるのは島ならでは。山
道を歩けば、誰かが次に歩く人のために道に
飛び出た枝木を切ってくれていることがあるん
です。そんな人の心遣いが残ることも素晴らし
い文化だと思います」。
 お接待と豊かな自然を巡る小豆島遍路に
造詣の深い彼女に小豆島の未来について聞
いた。「行政から率先して環境問題に取り組
む島になってほしいです。私達自身も宿の周辺
の山道整備のボランティア活動をしていきた
いと考えています。宿でお客さんがボーッと気
持ち良さそうに海を眺めているのを見ると、こ
の景観を保つことが私達の役目だなと思うよ
うになりました」。小豆島遍路の文化とそれを
取り巻く自然の継承は、遍路客や観光客への
もてなしのみならず、集落から離れた静かな海
沿いで営む彼女の島の豊かな暮らしの継承
でもあるはずだ。
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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ChiaChi420 wrote a review Dec 2018
Taipei
5.0 of 5 bubbles
If you're willing to go the extra mile to stay at Sen Guesthouse, you'll be rewarded tremendously. The location is amazing, you're welcomed by the spectacular sunrise or sunset everyday from its balcony. Imagine having a transcendental moment of following a magical path that sun shone on Seto Inland Sea and reading the book of Nature transforming theatrically from page to page. One literally felt blessed to be in full witness of such tranquility.
The guesthouse is decorated with a cheerful artistic touch, and what's more surprise is that there's a real tree emerging from the center of its kitchen table. That tree, somehow erases the border between people and brings everyone a bit closer. This is the place where strangers become friends, and share food, thoughts and discoveries of the day. One will be amazed by the interesting people this guesthouse attracts, and a great delight to hear about their stranger than fiction stories.
The bed is comfy and the bathrooms and shower rooms are meticulously kept and clean. One could feel the thoughtfulness of the hosts to provide a cozy place for their guests. It truly feels like a home away from home.
The hosts, Noriko and Matthew, are sincere and friendly, and they are always attentive to their guests' needs and willing to help out anytime. Also, not to mention their cute, doll-like, two-years-old daughter, who simply bubbles up this loving place with her gifted interactions with the guests(we are her big toys I guess ^皿^) and great fun to watch how she expresses herself with her barely intelligible baby talk(only Mom and Dad could comprehend ><")
I wished I could have stayed longer, with at least a minimum of three days, two days to explore the island and a day to relax at the guesthouse, watching the sunrise and sunset at the balcony, or taking a hammocks nap at its secret beach. ^0^
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Date of stay: November 2018
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled solo
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travellight10 wrote a review Oct 2019
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed 4 nights at this relaxed guesthouse. The location is well situated, beautiful and green. Noriko and Matthew are very friendly, relaxed and helpful owners. We had a home away from home experience. Rooms have different styles and a Japanese feel to them. Interaction with owners and other guests proved to be fun. We rented a car nearby which helped us a lot getting around the island efficiently for the Setouchi art festival. Parking space was available at Sen’s. There are not many restaurants around, supermarkets there are (not in walking distance). Fortunately the kitchen was well equipped to prepare a ‘home cooked meal’. If you are a light sleeper eye mask and earplugs might be needed. Would love to come back again!
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Oliver D wrote a review Apr 2019
Hilden, Germany
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This place is something that is not easy to find. a backpacker jewel with a Very personal touch, it is run entirely by the owners, a Japanese – American couple who are able to create an amazing empathic relation to their guests. You really do feel at home with friends, at the same time, the place itself is managed ultra professionally. Beyond that, Matt is an excellent entertainer with a vast knowledge of the location and japanese pilgrim culture.

One of my favorite backpacker places on the planet
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Date of stay: April 2019
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kellipage wrote a review Apr 2019
San Francisco, California
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sen Guesthouse is a super sweet spot with incredibly gracious hosts. Nori and Matt are warm, friendly, generous and knowledgeable. The house is super comfortable and clean, and has an incredible view from the front porch and its own private beach. The perfect spot to call
HOME while exploring Shodoshima. Note: be sure to eat at “Eat” while on the island. SO YUM and fun vibe.
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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PRICE RANGE
$108 - $123 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
JapanShikokuKagawa PrefectureShodo-shimaShozu-gunShodoshima-cho
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sen Guesthouse
Which popular attractions are close to Sen Guesthouse?
Nearby attractions include Michi-no-Eki Shodoshima Olive Park (2.6 km), Movie Village of 24-no-Hitomi (0.7 km), and Kankakei Gorge (7.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Sen Guesthouse?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and self serve laundry.
Is parking available at Sen Guesthouse?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Sen Guesthouse?
Conveniently located restaurants include Komame Shokudo, Nakabuan, and Farm's Table Chuzaemon.
Are there any historical sites close to Sen Guesthouse?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Detached Classroom of Cape (0.09 km), Seigan-ji Temple (4.1 km), and Hidoyamanoson Kabuki Butai (7.7 km).
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