Great spot with super hosts. Due to availability we stayed in dorm beds but they were quite comfortable and surprisingly quiet. Nice old building with lots of charm. Located right in the old center of the city close to everything. Kitchen, shower and toilet facilities are all very satisfactory. Living area is comfortable and meals available were really good. The host was really great - giving us info on a local festival that was a trip highlight, and taking us on a tour of a local movie theatre that is no longer in use but has incredible history.

Nothing. Stayed an extra night and would go back in a heartbeat.

Great location, friendly staff who could speak English, and delicious local food for dinner in renovated historic house. The comfortable bed space offered privacy, had a small fan that really helped with air flow, and had more-than-the-usual height for a capsule-type bunk. The small kitchen area for guest-use is nice for those wanting to prep their own easy breakfast or dinner. The tatami common area provided a nice way to chat with other guests and general visitors to the bar area. The main tourist information office is around the corner and will hold your bags (for free) until 4:30, which was convenient for touring around before the later 5pm check-in time.

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Welcoming entrance, nice vibes from the staff. Clean bathrooms, well lit, rooftop for smoking. Common areas were comfortable and the attempt to rebrand and sell small items is a nice thought.

Dusty fans in my bunk & with cold weather and a long pilgrimage I worry about dust or mold in a bed area. Cluttered kitchen and common areas distract from the peaceful clean tatami area and bathrooms ~ it seemed more focus was on upselling the customer with foods, drinks, other sales than providing a comfortable clean space to enjoy with the customer. (Kitchen specifically)~ I wasn’t sure if this was a restaurant or a hostel, or a grocery store. A lot going on …

This property, located in the heart of downtown Uchiko, is an amazing little stay for travellers of all sorts. Firstly, the environment on the first floor was an amazing way to get to know both travellers and the staff. Several tables on comfortable tatami mats are on the first floor, with both a cafe and bar. Secondly, the staff are lovely, and are willing to accomodate for your requests. Finally, they have an awesome store full of locally made produce and crafts which allow you to bring home something to remember your trip by.

Honestly, it was an amazing stay! I didn't find anything I didn't like!

Uchikobare is situated in a peaceful little town surrounded by mountains - a nice (and much needed) change from the big cities earlier in our travels. The hostel is a traditional Japanese building with a cozy tatami common area that's great for chilling or socializing and thoughtfully designed dorm rooms that allow every occupant some privacy. Besides the beautiful surroundings, what sets this place apart is the amazing staff. The main man Yama-san is a seriously cool guy with a great sense of humour, cooks delicious food (oishi!!), is great at entertaining guests and does a great job of supporting local business. Mizuki-chan who checked us in is really nice and friendly, lovely to talk to, takes amazing photographs, and has excellent drink recommendations ;) A fantastic place to stay if your in Ehime prefecture!

That we had to leave!

I had a great stay at Hostel & Tatami Bar Uchikobare. It's a beautifully remodeled old house in a historic district projecting great charm and energy. The owner and his wife provided me with a warm welcome making me feel at home. The owner shared excellent dinner recommendations and helped me book a train ticket. I also connected with other travelers. A true highlight, highly recommended.

Fabulous little hostel, probably the best I've experienced in Japan. The owner and people working there are super nice and speak serviceable English. The dinner was delicious, it shocks me your typical restaurant can't match the quality on offer. The common space is lovely to relax in, and you can meet some nice people there. Close to the main historical part of town, and very reasonably priced.

A little far from the station by walking.

Daisuke and his staff are very friendly and helpful. As walking Henro, with only basic Japanese, we particularly appreciated their assistance finding our next accommodation. The Sake tasting sets are great, as is the local Uchiko beer and the prepared dinners scrumptious. The guest house is located in an ideal location for exploring the fabulous old Uchiko houses, in short, thoroughly recommended.

great location in beautiful and quiet uchiko the staff are great and helpful the main area is nicely decorated and cosy everything is clean, unfortunately we stayed with a group of westerns, who for some reason can't keep things cleaned after use..

would be nice to have an extra toilet in the building, although it was ok for us.

The Historic District in Uchiko is lovely, and Uchikobare occupies one of those beautifully preserved buildings. Uchiko is a lovely little town on a wonderful island. Shikoku is a treasure.

For me personally, perhaps because I'm getting old, the enclosure for the bunk bed was a bit uncomfortable (getting in or out). Otherwise it was all good.