"Pros: This is a traditional hotel. Specious room with futon mattresses, saperated sitting area, private toilet. Very good Onsen is located 5 minutes drive away. You can make tea in the room. Cons: It is on a road with few other houses so it's isolated, no grocery/convenience stores nearby. It's a hotel between two destinations. It was cold at night and even under the covers and with air-conditioning my feet were frozen. Forget about the TV in the description." ~Voyager

"Pros: Satoe-san was very warm and welcoming. She made us breakfast upon request (need to order 3 days before the stay). Food is delicious, especially the firm Gokayama tofu and original dip she made! The location is perfect if you are coming from Shirakawago like us. It is in Gokayama which is also a heritage site. They have gassho houses that are equally beautiful and not as crowded as Shirakawago. We felt at home at Guest House Yamashita-ya. Hope we get a chance to stay again!" ~Dico

"Pros: The hosts were very kind and tried their best to explain and converse in English. House was warm and cozy, we would want to stay longer next time!" ~Rodriguez