The most beautiful and warm guesthouse I have ever stayed in. The common area was particularly great, the windows facing out to the mountains were amazing. No faults at all!!! Shirakawa-go is a small town with nothing much open at night so prepare for that by stocking up at the convenience store. It’s about a 10 min walk away from the guesthouse. There is a very small family-run convenience store that is closer but is cash only (try to go there if you can! The staff are lovely). The staff at the guesthouse were unreal! So helpful from as soon as we arrived. Make sure to book their bus terminal shuttle before you get there, don’t make our mistake and try to do the walk cause it isn’t fun! They were funny, kind and always willing to help with anything at all. This was my favourite place I stayed in through all of Japan and I couldn’t recommend it more. Thank you so much for having us! We’re forever grateful.

This stay was HIGH above my expectation! 10/10. The facilities are very simple and VERY clean. We came in summer. The AC works very well. The staff was comprehensive and authentic. The staff’s outstanding service & hospitality rivaled luxury all-inclusives. Guests can also rent bikes on-site, which is the best way to see the smaller streets in town (outside of day-your hours). The downstairs lounge area is well-equipped. I have natural, curly, kinky hair and the water pressure was good and the water hot. They provide coffee, shampoo, conditioner, tea, body wash, towels, toothbrushes, and hairdryers. However I did not require these things as I had my own. Note to my fellow Americans: The staff are extremely accommodating already. I did see other American guests attempt to abuse this. Please: 1. Respect the check-in and check-out times. 2. Do not ask for free rides or to drop off your bag 6 hours early! There are at least 2 luggage storage facilities. 1 is located AT the bus station 10meters from the entrance and the other 20 meters. It’s $3 or $4. Keep it kind and respectful. You won’t regret choosing this location for the money. Great value and such a cozy feel.

I am picky and still I cannot think of 1 negative thing. Really great stay.

Strategically placed near Shirakawago light up event with multiple pick up and drop off timing. Insane value for money if you are unable to win the lottery for the stay in the shirakawago thatch homes. This stay allows you to purchase tickets to the light up event, as well as access to the upper deck to view shirakawago at night when lighted up; probably the only few days to access the light up event if you are unable to score a stay in the village, lock in a slot with approved tour guides or manage to secure a car parking space for the light up event. Literally a secret hidden route. In addition to the light up, the true highlight of this stay was the dinner-box. I have no idea whether it was us being hungry, or that the dinner-box was genuinely good ... all I knew was that all 6 of us were truly happy with the quality the dinner-box offered; and only at JPY1,200 (+/- JPY300). Insanely value for money, I would love to have the dinner-box bento again if I could for breakfast (which you technically could if you purchase 2 boxes and save 1 for breakfast).

Nothing - I think it is key to set the expectation of the room; this is a stay meant for travellers; it's pretty much like a lodge where you will truly unlock the stay experience if you were to hang out at the lounge area with other travellers. If not, do feel free to chill with your homies in your respective room.

The staffs were friendly and lovely. They even offer free ride to the bus terminal. Their English is enough to communicate with you for some basic things.

It's the guest's fault actually, they were so loud early in the morning. These people woke up early around 5am for some reasons and kept talking so loud and woke me up completely. By the time they left, it was more than 6am, so they were non-stop talking in their language for more than 1 hour and I don't think they speak English so I didn't bother telling them to shut up. The staffs explained to me try to be quiet as much as possible during check in but i guess these guys have no respect for other guests.

Very kind host, good communication. Although the house is not in the middle of the historical village, it has its charm. The common area is really nice and coffee or tea are always available for free. I found it easy to reach the place walking 20 minutes from the bus station. The owner offers a shuttle service for free once per day, upon request, but I did not use it. The room was really small but very nice and comfortable.

It could be a problem if you arrive before 4 p.m. and you cannot do your check-in before that, especially if you arrive in winter and it is cold outside. And maybe a chair in the room could be helpful to put stuff on, other than that I loved the place!

the spot is nice and cozy, especially the common area. great windows over looking the landscape in early morning at breakfast time. staff was very friendly.

i don't like to have someone tell me that i have to go to my room at 10pm. we're adults, this is not a party town or anything similar. if i need to work a bit in my laptop, i'll probably do more noise in my room where the walls are 1cm and disturbing my roommates than in the reception in the ground floor. it's a stupid rule. please, remove that, or make it until midnight at least. the mattress is bad quality. please invest in a quality, comfortable mattress for the beds. there should be a stove available to cook simple things. there's a huge kitchen for the staff, make something available for the guests please. it's a small hostel and there's very little options for dining or breakfast. a simple stove with 2 heaters would be enough.

Clean and modern facility. Owner was clear and friendly. It is a Guest Inn, aka a Hostel, so expect accordingly. I feel it is a bit unfair that other reviews complain about gaps to a Hotel service, it is not a Hotel. Rooms are private but bathrooms and kitchen are shared. Showers were great and super clean. The kitchen area was well equipped and there were a few items for sale like instant noodles, chips and water. As it is not located in Shirakawa-go (where you go sightseeing as a tourist) the Inn offers a shuttle to Shirakawa-Go bus stop. This was really good! Without big luggage you could also walk there in 25 minutes.

Nothing, everything was perfect for a one night stay.

It’s really a nice and worth place to stay. I really happy that i got my luck to stay in this hostel. The hostel owner and staff is a friendly and mindful person. They will provide the pickup service between the station and the hostel, even the shirakawago also. I stay on the day of light-up even, I am luckily able to get the ticket also. I feel 120% good to stay here and many thanks for anything provided by the hostel ( transport and food)

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Really lovely hosts - very helpful & friendly. Very peaceful area. The lounge & kitchen facilities were nice & much appreciated, especially as a convenience store is close. Room was clean & comfortable. An easy 20minute walk into the old town/bus terminal. The bus to/from the east (Takayama) is a 30second walk away. Good value compared to other places in the town.

Quite specific check-in times but easy to work to - not a real problem.

Nice and friendly staff, good equipment, little kitchen area with everything you can hope for, coffee and tea provided

You can hear everything in your room from the other rooms as those seem to be just self made / cardboard rooms. It wasn't a major deal after official silent time but until then it was hard to deal with.