Cosy and sweet accomodation, good beds and rooms, very clean and comfortable. Very cultural Japanese stay with an Onsen exclusive to the guests. Papa Moomin was able to help us get to the ski resorts in the morning and back in the afternoon, and there were some delicious breakfast and dinners which could be ordered at the accomodation. Just a walk away from some lovely restaurants nearby as well. Ski resorts nearby are some of the most affordable I have ever seen and the Japow can be really excellent around Myoko. Highly recommend it was a wonderful stay with incredibly kind and wonderful owners!

If you want to use the onsen you cross the road, it’s an older style onsen but it’s an experience!

Classic charming pension with the most friendly owners! The private onsen across the street is incredible, I had it to myself every night, and there is an option for breakfast. The room was perfect for two of us, and Papa was so kind to drive us to and from the Myokokogen station and the mountains, and also on some errands which was so kind. It feels like you are stepping into a place that can’t be created, a piece of personality.

All good! Note: if you don’t have a vehicle, there are a few restaurants within 20 minutes walking distance. Amazing izakaya, lunch cafe, coffee shop, and a small grocer.

The Japanese senior couple managing the pension are genuinely the sweetest people we could have dreamed of. Moomin Papa picked us up at the station at arrival and dropped us off (super early in the morning) after checkout. He drove us and the other guests in the morning to the ski resorts nearby and was also willing to pick us up in the afternoon. He was also great at giving dinner recommendations. The pension is simple and welcoming, breakfast is great and all we needed for a full day on the slopes. The onsen is a bit old but we didn’t mind. If you have very long hair it could take a while to dry with the available hairdryer - just to keep in mind. Rooms are nice and warm and the beds are comfortable. WiFi works well. Overall I would say it was a beautiful stay, the hosts and their care in everything they did made the experience 100 times better. Highly recommend!

We loved everything

Mama and Papa couldn't have been kinder or more gracious hosts. Their hospitality was exceptional. They cooked delicious breakfast every morning and, will also cook an incredible full course dinner upon request. Which we did. Very affordable and excellent meals. They were able to communicate to us in English better than most and even made reservations for us at some of the local restaurants. They know all the best spots! We had a rental car, but they were even shuttling guests around the area. They are kind and genuinely care about their guests experience. Rooms were perfect size for what we needed, more importantly, beds were comfortable! I would absolutely stay there again, and look forward to coming back soon. Thank you!

Very cozy place comfortable and always warm !!! Never suffered cold in Papa pension offering a simple Japanese services. Bus stop a cross the pension that rich one of the ski locations but Papa is always available to drop and pick you up where the busses don't reach the other ski destination you have picked for the day. Defiantly will back there. ❄️🏂🇮🇹

Nothing really was a negative point even if for the shower you have to cross the road and access the Onsen House (only for papa customer ) for hot bath and shower . After all you need to understand this old Japanese tradition 😁👍🏻

Everything! What an incredible stay! Moomin Papa and Mama spared no effort in ensuring everything was absolutely perfect. Not only was there a convenient shuttle bus stopping right outside Pension Moomin Papa to transport guests to the ski resorts, but whenever the shuttle didn't reach our desired destination, Moomin Papa graciously drove us wherever we needed to be. The private onsen provided a rejuvenating experience after a full day of skiing. Additionally, a delicious Western-style breakfast was provided every morning for only 1000 yen, adding to the exceptional value of our stay

Nothing.

Papa was so lovely. It was a beautiful traditional guest house. I had breakfast too and it was lovely. I also really appreciated lifts too and from ski school and to the train station. It was honestly such a beautiful stay and I will be back. For any solo travellers, it was a very family vibe and I felt very welcome. Thank you Papa!

Nothing!

When I arrived at Moomin Papa I immediatly felt home. The place is located in a little Onsen town full of chalets and covered in snow, it’s litterally like in a fairytale. I had a dorm but since the place wasn’t busy I had a room to myself. The room was super cozy and really warm, so really confortable. Contacting the host was super easy through the app, they are quickly replying and are making sure everything is allright, all the time. The onsen was a big plus, I really enjoy relaxing in it after a long day skiing. Also, the breakfast was amazing and when I told them I was vegetarian they adjust the menu for me. I really enjoyed my stay, Moomin and Papa are lovely people. I would come back anytime.

The only downside was the location, which is quite far from the main town. But there are shuttles, and walkable distance from some good restaurants (Arakin Ramen and Myoko Coffee Co.)

Fantastic hosts, lovely people, nice onsen, ski room was warm, Papa was very helpful with pickups and drop offs, along with providing or determining information I sought. Room was comfortable and warm, laundry facilities available. I would happily return.

My only real gripe, is the location and proximity of the property from the "main part" of town, being Kanko/ Onsen. As the property is based in Ike, getting to town was either a 50 minute walk or a taxi/ lift around 10 mins. However, if you are wanting to Ski around Ike or Sugi, this property is well located.

Papa was amazing! He provided transportation to and from the ski resorts (Suginohara and Akakura) was there on time each and every day and took me to town to pick up supplies and food. I felt like part of the family and and Mama is an absolutely amazing cook. There kindness and goodwill exemplifies true Japanese tradition and sincerity! Thank you for your beautiful Hearts Moma and Papa!

Beds were a little firm for my taste.