Question 1

How do I book a stay at KinoMa?

Accepted Answer

Select your dates on our booking page and submit a request with your details. Since KinoMa is a small, independently run house, we review each request personally and confirm availability by email, usually within a day or two.

Question 2

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Accepted Answer

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. If you need an earlier check-in or later check-out, let us know when booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Question 3

How do I get from Suhara Station to KinoMa?

Accepted Answer

The walk from Suhara Station takes about 25 minutes, with a steeper stretch toward the end, passing through part of the Nakasendo post town and Okuwa Sports Park before reaching the house.

Question 4

How do I get to Atera Valley from KinoMa?

Accepted Answer

The best way is by car, about 10 minutes. By train, take the train to Nojiri Station, then walk about 25 minutes to the entrance of the valley.

Question 5

Where can I buy groceries nearby?

Accepted Answer

Marutoshi supermarket is about a 30-minute walk from KinoMa, and there is also a 24-hour 711 convenience store about 25 minutes away.

Question 6

Is KinoMa suitable for children?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the spacious house and garden are great for children, and there is a large park with a museum and playgrounds just down the road.

Question 7

What is it like staying at KinoMa in winter?

Accepted Answer

Winters in Okuwa can be very cold, sometimes near -6°C. We have insulation and floor heating in some rooms, but recommend winter stays only for guests comfortable with cold conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking & Your Stay

Getting There & Around

Local Area & Amenities

The House & Seasons

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Frequently Asked Questions

Booking & Your Stay

How do I book a stay at KinoMa?

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is there a minimum number of nights?

How will I know if my booking is confirmed?

Can I change or cancel my dates?

Getting There & Around

How do I get from Suhara Station to KinoMa?

Can I explore the Nakasendo trail by train and bus?

How do I get to Atera Valley from KinoMa?

Can you help with luggage if I don’t want to carry it?

Is parking available at the house?

Local Area & Amenities

Where can I buy groceries nearby?

Are there restaurants close to KinoMa?

Is Wi-Fi available at the house?

The House & Seasons

Is KinoMa suitable for children?

What is it like staying at KinoMa in winter?

Is smoking allowed inside the house?

What amenities does the house include?

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