"BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026" First Place Awarded to "Oyumi" in Kiyose City, Tokyo! Highly Praised as a Homestay-Style Accommodation Offering "Human Connection"

The contest to determine Japan's best owner-occupied accommodation, "BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026", organized by Keisuke Sakakibara (Homestay Expert) and Natsuki Tajiri (Vacation Rental Expert) of Minpaku Kakumei Co., Ltd., was held on February 23, 2026, at Makuhari Messe.

Additionally, the largest-scale homestay event in Japan, "Minpaku EXPO JAPAN 2026" and "Minpaku Dai Seminar", which allowed attendees to experience the forefront of the tourism and accommodation industry, including the latest in minpaku (homestays), vacation rentals, and glamping, attracted many visitors over the three days from February 21st to February 23rd, 2026.

"BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026" was held concurrently with "BEST OF MINPAKU 2026," a contest recognizing accommodations that offer Japan's finest lodging experiences. It is the title awarded to the first-place winner in the homestay category.

The "BEST OF MINPAKU 2026" and "BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026" aim to widely promote the appeal of facilities, improve the image of minpaku, strengthen their appeal to customers, and foster exchange among operators, thereby promoting the development of the entire minpaku industry.

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In the "BEST OF MINPAKU 2026," which determines Japan's best minpaku, vacation rental, glamping, and campsite, a grand prize was decided from 1,495 entries nationwide. In "BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026", "Oyumi / Kiyose City, Tokyo" was selected from among accommodations where hosts reside or where managers stay, and was awarded BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026.

This contest was organized by Keisuke Sakakibara (Homestay Expert) and Natsuki Tajiri (Vacation Rental Expert) of Minpaku Kakumei Co., Ltd., and has garnered attention as an event showcasing new possibilities in Japan's accommodation industry.

The "Minpaku EXPO JAPAN 2026" and "Minpaku Dai Seminar," introducing the latest in the tourism and accommodation industry, including minpaku, vacation rentals, and glamping, were held concurrently, attracting many visitors over the three days.

For "BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026", entries were accepted from owner-occupied accommodations nationwide, with voting conducted both at the venue and via the website. Today, the top 10 facilities with the highest number of votes were determined.

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"Oyumi" was highly praised as a homestay-style minpaku that goes beyond mere accommodation, offering an experience of "human connection."

"Another Place to Return to" Where You Can Feel Human Warmth

"Oyumi" is a homestay-style accommodation that values interaction with the host.

Guests can experience Japanese life itself not just by staying, but by sharing conversations, meals, and daily moments.

The charm of the space lies in the sense of "coming home" and security, even in a place visited for the first time.

Facility Details:

Facility Name: Oyumi / Kiyose City, Tokyo

Address: 1-15-19 Kamikiyoto, Kiyose City, Tokyo
HP: airbnb.com/h/oyumi

Enjoy a Peaceful Daily Life While in the City

Kiyose City, while within Tokyo, is enveloped in nature and a calm atmosphere.

Being slightly removed from the hustle and bustle of the city center allows guests to feel a relaxed flow of time and enjoy a truly relaxing stay.

Breakfast: Freshly Baked Bread and Coffee

The first floor of the accommodation houses a popular local bakery.

Waking up to the aroma of freshly baked bread is a wonderful way to start the day. How about planning your day's journey while enjoying a leisurely morning with warm, fluffy bread and coffee?

It's sure to lead to a wonderful itinerary.

Reservations are accepted only on days when the bakery is open, with the desire for guests to experience the aroma of freshly baked bread in the morning. If you wish to stay on weekends, you may be able to do so by sending a message through the reservation site.

The Essence of Minpaku: Maximizing "Experiential Value"

"Oyumi" is a lodging facility chosen not for luxurious amenities or flashy presentations, but for its "essential values" such as:

• Interactions with people
• Sharing daily life
• Cultural experiences

It has garnered strong support from guests seeking to deeply experience Japanese culture, even within inbound demand, and has been recognized as an ideal form of homestay-style minpaku.

The thoughtful experience design centered around warm interactions with the host, and the sense of security that makes guests feel like it's "another home," were highly evaluated, leading to the first-place award in "BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026."

Facility Details:

Facility Name: Oyumi
Location: 1-15-19 Kamikiyoto, Kiyose City, Tokyo
URL: https://www.airbnb.jp/rooms/1048327582488229490

"Oyumi" embodies the essential value of minpaku, where "accommodation is not just a place, but an experience and connection with people," serving as a benchmark for future homestay-style minpaku.

"BEST OF HOMESTAY 2026 - Homestay Category"

1st Place: Oyumi (Kiyose City, Tokyo)

2nd Place: Kinoie Guesthouse Mito Honkan (Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture)

3rd Place: Tenku no Chaya (Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture)

4th Place: Kurashiki no Yado retreat KOBAYASHI (Fukuda-cho, Kurashiki City)

5th Place: Hoi An no Yado (Nishinari Ward, Osaka City)

6th Place: National Registered Tangible Cultural Property, Former Yoshidahikoshichi Residence (Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture)

7th Place: Chirin Goryo no Ma (Sakai Ward, Sakai City)

8th Place: Chirin Ayano no Ma (Sakai Ward, Sakai City)

9th Place: LugStay Hotel Osaka Tamade (Nishinari Ward, Osaka City)

10th Place: Mori no Nakamatachi in Taishibashi 1-chome (Asahi Ward, Osaka City)

Overall Rankings:

Grand Prix: OMATSURI BASE Nakanoshimbashi

Runner-up: Villa Costa de sol Awaji

Booking Award: Isshi-kashi Villa Senshin-an

Yogibo Award: VILLA SENSE Kujukuri

1st Place in Accommodation Category:

●BEST OF VILLA: Villa Costa del Sol Awaji / Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture

●BEST OF GLAMPING & CAMP: GAJU CAMP / Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture

●BEST OF POOL VILLA: VILLA SENSE kujukuri / Sanbu District, Chiba Prefecture

●BEST OF ONSEN STAY: EL SUENITO HINASE / Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture

●BEST OF RESORT STAY: THE PANALI / Miyakojima City, Okinawa Prefecture

●BEST OF SAUNA STAY: The Lake House / Kami-Ina District, Nagano Prefecture

●BEST OF HOUSE STAY: Rono Yodogawa / Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

●BEST OF CONDOMINIUM: eni.suite macchamachi / Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

●BEST OF ACTIVITY STAY: Japavista Unlimited / Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

●BEST OF MINPAKU (Kanto Inbound): OMATSURI BASE Nakanoshimbashi / Nakano Ward, Tokyo

●BEST OF RENOVATION STAY: Tsumuginoza / Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture

●BEST OF SUBLEASE MINPAKU: Konjakuso Osaka Tenpozan - Takatoro - / Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

●BEST OF HOMESTAY: Oyumi / Kiyose City, Tokyo

●BEST OF HOTEL MINPAKU (Entire Building): Terrace Villa Eon / Nishi-Muro District, Wakayama Prefecture

●BEST OF MINPAKU (Beginner): KOTO Villa / Nakatado District, Kagawa Prefecture

●BEST OF MINPAKU (Stay Michelin Special Award): Tamaki Terrace / Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture

●BEST OF MINPAKU (Public Vote): Isshi-kashi Villa Senshin-an / Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture

Judges:

・Hayato Takano, Koto Ward Assembly Member (Founder of Minpaku University)

・Masato Takagi, General Manager of Sales Department, Japan Minpaku Association

・Shogo Sasaki, Representative Director, K-TRUST Co., Ltd.

・Masahiro Hayashi, Executive Officer, Broad Enterprize Co., Ltd.

・Kazuhiro Omori, Executive Committee Member, Yogibo Co., Ltd.

・Takashi Inaba, Organizer, Real Estate Masters Academy

・Nobuaki Shinano, General Manager of Sales, Booking.com Japan

*In no particular order

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BEST OF MINPAKU 2026

Main Sponsor:

・KINUJO Co., Ltd.

Gold Sponsors:

・UME Co., Ltd.

・P-Support Co., Ltd.

・ZEROGROUP Co., Ltd.

Silver Sponsors:

・Common Products Co., Ltd.

・DM Solutions Co., Ltd.

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Concurrent Event: Minpaku EXPO JAPAN 2026

Main Sponsor:

・K-TRUST Co., Ltd.

Gold Sponsors:

・Tabiii Co., Ltd.

・Minpaku Operations Cleaning Agency Co., Ltd.

・Osaka Minpaku Cleaning Agency Co., Ltd.

Silver Sponsors:

・Asahi Group Japan Co., Ltd.

・American Express International, Inc.

・Booking.com Japan K.K.

・Bubble Lab Co., Ltd.

・Tabiji Partners Co., Ltd.

・Nowhere Group Co., Ltd.

・LDK Project Co., Ltd.

・Cyly Japan Co., Ltd.

・Real Estate Co., Ltd.

・Adventierra Co., Ltd.

・Adtrust Co., Ltd.

・Osaka Minpaku Management Agency Co., Ltd.

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Concurrent Event: Minpaku Dai Seminar 2026

Main Sponsor:

・Broad Enterprize Co., Ltd.

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【BEST OF MINPAKU 2026】

The third annual "BEST OF MINPAKU 2026" was held to determine Japan's best minpaku, vacation rental, glamping, and campsite.

This event, held concurrently with "Minpaku EXPO JAPAN 2026" and "Minpaku Dai Seminar 2026", was a great success as Japan's largest-scale minpaku event, with many participants including industry professionals and accommodation operators.

Minpaku plays a crucial role in conveying regional charm and culture both domestically and internationally, connecting people and communities. Through this contest and event, we aim to contribute to the development of the entire minpaku and accommodation industry by widely promoting excellent facilities and initiatives.

We express our respect to all the facilities and businesses that participated, and we look forward to further energizing Japan's minpaku industry together with you all.

Organizers: Keisuke Sakakibara (Left), Natsuki Tajiri (Right)

Keisuke Sakakibara:

Minpaku investor and expert. Representative Director of Minpaku Kakumei Co., Ltd. and Chairman of the Minpaku Ryokan Kan'i Shukusho Gyokumi (Minpaku Ryokan Simple Lodging Business Association). He established franchise headquarters for house cleaning and wallpaper restoration businesses, opening over 650 locations in just six years. Currently, in addition to minpaku operations, he also manages vacation rentals with pools in resort areas. He is a leading figure in minpaku cleaning, having launched the first minpaku cleaning business in Osaka.

Natsuki Tajiri:

Vacation rental expert. Representative Director of Minpaku Operations Cleaning Agency Co., Ltd. She handles everything from the establishment, operation, customer acquisition, and branding of minpaku, vacation rental, and glamping facilities. As an influencer, she covers and disseminates global trends. Leveraging her expertise and communication skills, she proposes accommodation businesses that balance profitability and experiential value. She has established a franchise headquarters for the minpaku business and is expanding nationwide.

【BEST OF MINPAKU 2026 Organizing Body】
Company Name: Minpaku Ryokan Kan'i Shukusho Gyokumi (Minpaku Ryokan Simple Lodging Business Association)
Official HP: https://minpaku-kumiai.com

Representatives: Keisuke Sakakibara, Natsuki Tajiri

Tokyo Branch: 11-5 Kanda Higashi-Matsushita-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0042

Osaka Branch: 3-1-18 Shimizuoka, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 558-0033

The Minpaku Ryokan Kan'i Shukusho Gyokumi is an organization dedicated to the development of lodging businesses rooted in local communities, such as minpaku, vacation rentals, and small-scale lodging facilities, and the healthy growth of the industry.

In recent years, with the increase in inbound foreign tourists and the expansion of diverse accommodation needs, attention has been growing not only for hotels but also for accommodation facilities where guests can experience local culture and lifestyles. This association aims to widely promote the value of "accommodation facilities that convey regional individuality" to society and to pioneer new possibilities in the tourism industry.

Key initiatives include hosting the "BEST OF MINPAKU" contest to determine Japan's best minpaku and accommodation facilities, as well as "Minpaku EXPO JAPAN," an event for sharing the latest trends and success stories in the accommodation industry. As an organization connecting accommodation operators, investors, and tourism stakeholders nationwide, it works to revitalize the industry.

In the future, the association will also work on initiatives such as a qualification certification system and the establishment of industry standards aimed at improving the quality of accommodation facilities and enhancing the social status of operators, thereby contributing to the development of regional tourism and the realization of Japan as a leading tourist destination.

We are committed to disseminating the value of small-scale accommodation facilities that convey "warmth" and "regional charm" that cannot be delivered by large hotels.

【BEST OF MINPAKU 2026 Operating Company】
Company Name: Minpaku Kakumei Co., Ltd.
Representatives: Keisuke Sakakibara, Natsuki Tajiri

Head Office Location: 11-5 Kanda Higashi-Matsushita-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0042

Osaka Branch: 3-1-18 Shimizuoka, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 558-0033

E-mail: info@bestofminpaku.com
TEL: 06-6624-9959

Official HP: https://bestofminpaku.com