Inn features
- Walk from a station
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This article is an uncovered research guide based on official information as of 2026-08-11.Please check the official website before making a reservation, as the availability and behavior of cats may change.
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“Matsue Guesthouse” in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture is an inn in an old private house that is within walking distance from JR Matsue Station. On the official website, the gentle resident cat “Tamasaburo” is introduced as a member of the inn.
resident cat Tamasaburo
In the official accommodation guide, Tamasaburo is introduced as an 8-year-old gentle cat. It is also specified that there are “several other cats”, and the environment in which the cats live is itself a feature of this inn.
On the official top page, there is also information about “Matsue Guesthouse Cafe with Cats,” which requires reservations. This is a one-hour plan that is open to non-guests, but it is clearly stated that reservations may be declined depending on the cat’s mood or physical condition. I can see that this is an operation that prioritizes the cat’s condition on that day without forcing it to work as a customer service.
The official page does not provide detailed information on where guests can interact with cats or whether they can hold them. Although there is a possibility of meeting in a shared space, this guide does not guarantee guest-room visits or constant contact.
Since the number of cats may differ from previous information, this article introduces the currently officially listed Tamasaburo.
A guesthouse convenient for sightseeing in Matsue
It is about a 5-minute walk from JR Matsue Station, and the National Treasure Matsue Castle, Lake Shinji, and Ichibata Railway’s Matsue Shinjiko Onsen Station are also within walking distance. The location is convenient not only for walking around Matsue City, but also as a base for traveling to Izumo by train.
The building is a guest house that was renovated from an old Showa era inn. Unlike a typical hotel, where everything is completed in the guest room, this is an inn where you are relatively close to shared spaces, innkeepers, and other travelers. Suitable for people who enjoy the atmosphere of old buildings and socializing.
Practical information for reservations and stays
Check-in according to the official information is from 17:00 to 21:00, and check-out is until 10:00.If it is after 21:00, you must contact the inn by 21:00.Please note that if you do not contact the inn, your reservation will be considered cancelled, so please be careful about your arrival time.
Payment must be made in cash at check-in, and cards are not accepted. It’s best to check the facilities, guest room type, and quiet hours when making a reservation.
This accommodation is suitable for people
- People who want to stay near Matsue Station at a low cost
- People who can enjoy the shared space where cats live and the interaction typical of a guesthouse.
- People who want to visit Matsue Castle, Lake Shinji, and Izumo by public transportation
On the other hand, if you value a completely private hotel-style space with a private bathroom and toilet, or if you make it an absolute condition of your stay to be able to see cats, it would be best to check the facilities and contact conditions in detail in advance.
Things to check before staying
- Tamasaburo will not always greet you.
- Visits to guest rooms are not officially guaranteed.
- If you have cat allergies, please discuss inside the inn environment in advance.
- Please check the official information for shared facilities, quiet hours, and check-in instructions.
Basic information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Facility name | Matsue Guesthouse |
| Location | 203-1 Teramachi, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture 690-0063 (local address: 〒690-0063 島根県松江市寺町203-1) |
| Distance with cats | Resident cat Tamasaburo lives here. Possibility to meet inside the inn |
| Access | About 5 minutes walk from JR Matsue Station |
| Check-in | 17:00-21:00 |
| Check out | Until 10:00 |
| Payment | Official information only accepts cash |
| Official website | Matsue Guesthouse |
Location and Google Maps
Matsue Guesthouse (松江ゲストハウス)
〒690-0063 島根県松江市寺町203-1
Summary
Matsue Guesthouse is an inn where you can enjoy a natural encounter with resident cat Tamasaburo in a convenient location for sightseeing in Matsue. Please respect the cat’s life and the rules of the guesthouse when you stay.
