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This article is a research guide based on official information as of 2026-08-16 and local tourist information. This is not an actual accommodation coverage article. Business days, cat’s physical condition and location, and fees may change, so please check the latest information before making a reservation.
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“Tanagokoro”, located in Asahi Town, on the eastern edge of Toyama Prefecture, is a small inn with 3 rooms that is welcomed by the resident cat Nene-chan. The official website lists spending time with Nene, walking around the neighborhood, and reading as examples of time spent at the inn. This is not a facility that only consumes cats, but a type of cat inn where cats naturally coexist in the daily life of a satoyama village.
Time with resident cat Nene-chan
Nene-chan appears as a resident cat on the official website’s top page and inside the inn introduction. Because it clearly states “spending time with Nene-chan,” Neko Yado Research classifies it as B “inside the inn/you can interact with each other in a dedicated space.”
On the other hand, we cannot confirm that the guest will enter the guest room every time. Whether the cat shows up or how close you get will depend on your mood and physical condition that day. Instead of chasing or picking up the cat, stay low and wait for the cat to approach you. If you wish to bring snacks or toys, please be sure to check with your accommodation.
3 guest rooms and shared facilities
There are 3 guest rooms: “Hisui” for 2 people, “Sakura” for 2 people, and “Nanohana” for 1 person. Since single-occupancy rooms are clearly marked, this structure is easy to consider for those who want to visit a accommodation with cats alone and quietly.
Bathroom, toilet, kitchen, and washing machine are shared. It is not an inn where all facilities are provided in the guest room like a hotel. Guests are asked to compromise with other guests in the common areas and to keep footsteps and conversations to a minimum at night. If you have a cat allergy, please discuss the cat’s range and cleaning of bedding and common areas before booking.
A stay to slowly learn about Asahi Town
The official website introduces ways to spend your time walking around the neighborhood and getting around town by bicycle, and also provides information on bicycles for rent. This area is known for the spring scenery of Funakawa River, and its special feature is that you can stay here not only during the flower season, but also while enjoying the view of the countryside and mountain range.
The inn is not an inn that primarily serves meals, so be sure to check whether meals are provided and the business days of nearby stores when making your reservation. If you use a communal kitchen, follow the inn’s rules regarding where ingredients are stored, when you can prepare them, and how to clean up after use.
About 3 minutes by car from Asahi IC
The location is 483-1 Funakawashin, Asahi-cho. According to the official information, it is approximately 3 minutes by car from Asahi IC on the Hokuriku Expressway, and there are 3 parking spaces. It is about a 40-minute walk from Tomari Station on the Ainokaze Toyama Railway, and there is also information on the town bus on weekdays.
If you are traveling by public transportation, be sure to check the bus schedule and last bus on the day of your stay. On days when you have a lot of luggage or bad weather, it is best to plan your trip by including a taxi from Tomari Station.
Suitable people and precautions
Suitable people
- People who want to spend quiet time in the same house as a resident cat
- People looking for a guest room for one person
- People who want to slowly explore Asahi Town by bicycle or on foot
People who need confirmation before booking
- People who require visits to the resident cat
- People who want a private bathroom and toilet or meals served at the inn
- People who are allergic to cats or need consideration for shared facilities
Basic information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Facility name | Tanagokoro (Minpaku Tanagokoro) |
| Address | 483-1 Funakawashin, Asahi-cho, Shimoshinkawa-gun, Toyama 939-0729 (local address: 〒939-0729 富山県下新川郡朝日町舟川新483-1) |
| Cat | resident cat Nene-chan |
| Distance with cats | Official information confirms that you can spend time together at B・inside the inn |
| guest-room visits | unconfirmed with current information |
| guest room | 3 rooms: Jade, Sakura, and Nanohana |
| Facilities | Bathroom, toilet, kitchen, and washing machine are shared |
| Transportation | About 3 minutes by car from Asahi IC, about 40 minutes on foot from Tomari Station |
| Official website | Tanagokoro |
Location and Google Maps
Tanagokoro (民泊たなごころ)
〒939-0729 富山県下新川郡朝日町舟川新483-1
Summary
Tanagokoro is a small inn where you can enjoy the peaceful daily life of Asahi Town with our resident cat Nene. With three rooms (including one for one person), a communal kitchen, and rental bicycles, it is suitable for travelers who want to get to know the area at their own pace rather than rushing around to sightseeing spots.
This is not an inn that promises guest-room visits. Don’t make meeting the cat the center of your plans, enjoy walking around town and reading books, and cherish the time when Nene-chan approaches you.
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