A villa built in a quiet rural area

This historic house is said to have been built around the early Meiji period. It is also the birthplace of Dr. Shuho Nagano, who studied Chinese medicine in Edo (now Tokyo) and Dutch medicine in Nagasaki, mastered the technique of smallpox vaccination, and popularized the use of vaccinations in places like Hiroshima and Okayama before returning to Sado, and was the first doctor to administer vaccinations in Sado. Currently, the house still has a sturdy central pillar that solidly supports it. Besides the large main building used for ceremonies such as weddings and funerals, there is also a barn with a storehouse on the premises, allowing one to feel the breath of life that once filled this place.

Upon entering the front door, you are greeted by a distinctive space known as omae or oie, which is a place for entertaining guests and is representative of the typical layout of Sado’s traditional houses. This space has been transformed into a living room equipped with a sofa and the latest bioethanol fireplace.

Additionally, living areas such as the kitchen, dining, and bathroom have been renovated into modern spaces equipped with comfort and convenience. There are three bedrooms gently partitioned by fusuma (sliding doors), making it recommended for stays with family or friends. From the front garden, you can view the quiet pastoral landscape where Japanese crested ibises occasionally alight. Please enjoy a relaxed time while feeling the seasonal landscapes, sounds, and scents.