Iso no Yado Minshuku Minematsu

For 10,000 yen, you get a great meal with an ocean view, and there’s fishing and a nearby hot spring to enjoy too. It’s hard to think of a better place to stay. I hear they lose money for most of the year, outside the 2-3 peak-season months, so I hope more people come and stay.

Trying squid fishing for the first time was a blast, and we all had a great time. This was my second visit this year, and I was glad to see the parents again. They were so kind and fun last time that I’d really wanted to come back. We got to have the place to ourselves this time, which might be hard to do in peak season. The inn is right beside the sea, so we could relax with friends, drinks, and the sound of the waves. The view is amazing, and the food was huge again, especially the pork cutlet, which was surprisingly good. Their warmth makes me want to return soon. I’ll definitely visit again, so please take care and keep up the good work!

After breakfast, they said we could go fishing. From our room, we had a lovely ocean view, and dinner was delicious. The meal included a boat-shaped sashimi platter, simmered golden-eyed snapper, and pork cutlets with two sauces. We split between Minematsu sauce and Minematsu with tomato sauce.

I stayed Sunday for two days and one night, and the dinner was so filling that I’d suggest arriving hungry and getting your food ready early if you want to enjoy it all. The tonkatsu was the standout for me, with crisp coating and juicy meat. It was on another level, and the sauce has the kind of reputation you’d expect from a roadside station. I was very satisfied. I liked being able to bring my own food, too, and pick up alcohol at the convenience store to have with dinner. Afterward, I could just relax in my own way. The sea was visible from the window, with a breeze and the sound of waves when I entered the room. It was lovely and calming, especially with the window open in the morning. The view changes with the weather, and on a clear day you might even spot Mt. Fuji. I’d like to try for a clear day next time. A nice place for a peaceful stay, with beautiful scenery and a hearty dinner.