This is a traditional Japanese hostel. The male and female dormitories, toilets and bathrooms are on different floors. The dormitory had 5 beds, but there were only 2 of us staying. The hostel has shared toilets and a shared bathroom, the bath is huge but you can just shower if you choose. Dinner is served at 6pm and breakfast at 7am in a large dining room. For dinner we had udon, tempura and all you can eat curry rice. The food was delicious. The dining room is a communal space outside of meal times. There is a vending machine that sells alcoholic as well as soft drinks in the lobby. Shoes are removed upon entry. The owners are friendly. This would be great place to stay if you're going on the early drift ice cruise, it's only a 10 minute drive from the cruise boarding point.

Be aware of the hostel's location, it is on the outskirts of Abashiri city. It has sea views and its own parking lot. The nearest convenience store is 3 kms away. Would stay again.

Beautiful location and kind hosts. It is a bit of a walk from the station, but the location is beautiful, so it didn't bother me, and they offer to give you a ride to and from the station when you check-in/out if you need it. I was only able to stay one night when I was there, but would definetly try to stay for longer next time I'm in the area.

Nothing in particular.

The Staff are incredible, so friendly and sweet. Doesn’t speak much english but will always try to help you out.

Its a short drive from town, probably would be a longer walk. I would have loved a stool in the bathroom for washing but it was overall great :) . Im being harsh for how good value it was

Polite and helpful host. Since it is not walkable from the station, they helped to commute to the station with car. Dinning room is available, so you can keep food in refrigerator. We did not try food here, but I think they provide.

very nice stuff well-maintained house. Very good location on mountain and nice view to the see. Even though it is a bit far away from station but host can pick you up from train statiom

Great view, very clean and well managed hostel. Accesible by car

Would have liked more cooking and facilities and lounging space. Bathrooms were very cold.

The view

In winter it can be cold - toilets are not heated

the owner was very nice and the meals cooked was exceptional

This is a great spot for solo travelers! I was very comfortable and felt safe. The staff were extremely kind and generous. They offered me rides or wanted to help me with my transportation because the guesthouse was far from the main city. I would often walk, so I didn't need a ride, but it's great how attentive they are to my needs.

Nothing in particular that I disliked. I would say that sometimes it's difficult to walk back to the guesthouse in the winter conditions with all the snow, so the location isn't super convenient for people who need transportation. But as long as you speak to the host, they will be helpful!

The owner was friendly and helpful. The room was warm and comfortable There was a stunning view of the sea and distant mountains The room was very good value

The house itself was a bit cold and we were a bit unsure of the rules for bathing and eating, mainly due to the language barrier