Joe Tomei here, if you are getting a bit stir crazy and want to get out of the city, I’d suggest checking out Shonenji Temple Lodge in Takachiho, which is run by friend of Kumamoto-i, Victoria Yoshimura. More information below.

Takachiho is in Miyazaki prefecture but also only a short drive from the Mt.Aso area. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty with gorges, waterfalls and terraced rice fields. We offer a relaxing and luxurious stay in a 5-bedroom lodge which can accommodate up to 11 guests. Guests from both Japan and abroad can enjoy the Japanese-Scandinavian fusion interior. There is a fully-equipped kitchen and a self-serve continental breakfast is included. The Lodge is in the grounds of our family’s 440-year old Buddhist temple. My husband is the 17th generation head priest and we love to share our temple life with our guests. Please share this post and follow us on Instagram. #takachiho #templestaytakachiho #shonenjitemple #kyushu #explorejapan https://shonenjitemplelodge.com/ https://instagram.com/templestaytakachiho?r=nametag