That's a fantastic ^, and (IMHO) a completely realistic rundown of the charges any tourist can expect to pay without resorting to the hostal/backpacker/tight-budget experience. Thanks for sharing!


I can wholeheartedly second gretchendz's recommendation, but the choices available may indeed be an economic stretch for some travellers. As an alternative, I mentioned Shiraishi Island in my long winded trip report (I did just try to stick to the basics, but it just went on and on.... sorry!) but there are other accommodations provided by Okayama International Villa Scheme, perhaps the most beautiful of them is the one at Hattoji

It costs from ¥2,500 a night to stay here, no meals are provided but there is use of a kitchen.