Casa KitsuneAna is an inn where you can experience satoyama in a modern Japanese modern 100-year-old folk house. The facility name "KitsuneAna" derives from the ancient local place name of this area. The on-site café (currently available only for advance reservations by staying guests) offers meals and drinks for your enjoyment. After booking your accommodation plan, we will send you the menu, and you can pre-order additional breakfast or dinner (currently available for groups of four or more). We are also considering offering workshops where you can experience satoyama living, so please look forward to it! Only one group can book a stay. You can occupy 2 bedrooms (25m2 total) and also relax in the tatami Japanese-style room, the veranda, and the lounge etc. There is a refrigerator, a microwave, and an electric kettle for your use, but please understand that the kitchen is for commercial use and cannot be used by guests. /We would be delighted if all of our visitors could enjoy meals and various experiences in the Satoyama area, taking advantage of our family business and the local agriculture and forestry. We hope you can enjoy various extraordinary experiences such as stargazing under the night sky, exploring the Satoyama while feeling the seasons, fireworks, making pizza in a wood stove, BBQ, agricultural work, weaving kudzu vines, crafting shimenawa, and Kimono Dressing Experience etc. Experiences that do not require materials and/or specific guidance are free, while those that require them are subject to a fee. Please enjoy /Eating&drinking in Satoyama/stay in Satoyama/Experience Satoyama/Satoyama scenery and blessings/

Our family initiated agricultural and forestry practices in this region during the Tensho era (Sengoku period). We established "Nanseki Agriculture and Forestry" during the Showa era. At present, our focus lies on fostering a novel and sustainable way of life, along with nurturing the growth of our family business. The owners, a retired couple, previously held occupations as a university professor and a magazine editor. "Satoyama" is a Japanese term that refers to the traditional rural landscapes encompassing the border between mountain foothills and cultivated fields. It represents the harmonious coexistence between nature and human activity, where communities have maintained sustainable agriculture, forestry, and cultural practices for generations. Satoyama showcases the intricate balance between biodiversity, traditional customs, and the local way of life, creating a unique and vibrant countryside environment. "Satoyama" holds a special charm that captivates visitors coming to Japan. It's a vivid tapestry of natural beauty and human interaction, where lush mountains seamlessly blend with cultivated fields. This enchanting landscape showcases the delicate dance between ancient traditions and modern life. As you explore satoyama, you'll witness the artistry of sustainable farming, the tranquility of pristine forests, and the genuine warmth of local communities. This unique harmony between nature and culture offers an authentic glimpse into Japan's soul, inviting you to experience its timeless allure and the deep connection between people and their land.

There are various attractions, museums and tourist attractions. This is a guideline for travel time by car. /Kutsuishizan Kofukuji Temple 3 minutes/Golf Club 5 minutes/Mimasaka Okayama Road Yoshii IC 8 minutes/Auto Campsite 9min/Forest Park 9 minutes/Observatory 10 minutes/Konsei Daimyojin 14 minutes/Horse Farm 18 minutes/Nature Conservation Center22 minutes/Mine Park22 minutes/Bloody Waterfall 26 minutes/Yawata Onsengo 26 minutes/JR Sanyo Main Line Seto Station 30 minutes/Sanyo Expressway Sanyo IC 30 minutes/Yunogo Onsen 35 minutes/Chugoku Expressway Katsuo IC 35 minutes/Sword Museum 40 minutes/Bizen Ware Museum 45 minutes/Okayama Airport 45 minutes/Okayama Station, Korakuen, Okayama Castle 50 minutes/Kurashiki Bikan area 1 hour/Onino Castle 1 hour 5 minutes/ Olive Garden 1 hour 5 minutes Seto Ohashi Yoshima PA (Kagawa) 1 hour 10 minutes Horseshoe Crab Museum 1 hour 20 minutes Hiruzen Highland 1 hour 25 minutes Himeji Castle (Hyogo) 1 hour and 25 minutes