Everything basically! The beds had so many small wonderful touches that show the effort he puts into his place. The kitchen and relaxing area as well. Its like a traveler decided to make a hostel as a passion. So many great things. The beds also are large and there are free cooking things at your disposal. The size of the hostel also allows for more deep connections with other guests. The owner is wonderful and always has a huge smile 😊

The only thing i could complain about is the tatami mat bed which is very common in Japan so its not a big deal but my western back cant handle it haha 😆

Host is very friendly and likeable. The place is really cozy. They have a separate space for which you can work or spend time alone away from the hostel itself where guests stay and sleep. It has full amenities, from drinkable tap water, to appliances like ref and you can even cook if you want! The space which you will sleep is very large as well. You can also ask to borrow bike from the host for free (traditional bike and not the e-bike used for cycling).

This is not really a concern for me but maybe for those who are sensitive to sound but they use sliding glass doors and can be loud when opened.

Located few station away from Shizuoka, Kanbara is a simple town with many Edo era building. Tsubame no Yado located inside a historical Japanese house (160-years-old). Everything inside the hostel is delicately built, I stayed in Sei-Shitsu (6 beds dorm), futon is really comfy and very spacious. The "bed box" also equipped with a small safe to lock your valuables, hangers, a little bin and tissue paper, which i found it is very detail-minded and heart-warming. Other amenity also fully equipped, clean toilet and bathroom, washing & drying machine, a nice living room and kitchen. I stayed for two nights. Visited the sea side, watching Suruga Bay, walking up hill (Goteyama, which will be full some sakura in spring!) and went to see Fireworks in Shimizu one night. As Kanbara station is not a main station so I get home easily after the fireworks and avoided the crowd in Shizuoka! (Hostel is around 10 mins walk from Shin-Kanbara Station) I highly recommended Tsubame no Yado to everyone going to travel in Shizuoka, Osawa san and Hiroka san are managing this hostel very well and staying here worth a great value of money. Hope to visit this Yado again next time with a bicycle :))))) ありがとう！

There's nothing to dislike about!

I am delighted with my stay! From the moment of arrival, I felt like I was in my grandmother's village thanks to the friendly and welcoming Kosei. The hostel is located in a great location, just a short walk from many mountain peaks offering stunning views of Mount Fujiyama. This has made my walks incredibly comfortable and I take with me a lot of beautiful photos against the background of the volcano. This house has exceeded all my expectations. Every detail in the house is made with love. It is an ideal place for travelers who are looking for a comfortable, affordable and welcoming place to stop. I will definitely come back here again and recommend this hostel to anyone planning a trip to Fujiyama Volcano! P.S. Kosei, special thanks for the bicycle, the second pillow and present! 🫶

This was by far my favourite stay on my Japan trip. The hostel is incredibly comfortable and peaceful located in a small, quiet village. The owners are very kind and easy to communicate with. I was welcomed by the owner’s wife, who was very kind and spoke English well, so it was easy to communicate even though I don’t speak any Japanese. I got clear instructions on how to check in, what to do in the area, etc. What really stood out is how incredibly clean the hostel was. The bathrooms were the cleanest I have ever seen, as was the kitchen. The kitchen was well stocked with rice, tea, sauces available for use. The convenience store is literally next to the hostel, so it was also easy to buy groceries and there was a microwave, rice cooker, hob and kettle all available in the hostel. The shower was great (amazing water pressure) and they had towels, as well as other cosmetic products available at the reception. The beds were large and comfortable and the room was a good size. Overall, I could not have imagined a better stay and for the price, it was definitely worth it. I only wish I could have stayed longer! I highly recommend this hostel!

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A cozy guesthouse, aesthetically pleasing.the woods maybe using pine wood which make it like a muji concept house. A fully equipped guesthouse where u can use the kitchenette except that u have to bring your own ingredients on what to cook. There is also washing machine, dryer, 2 bathrooms which the space isn't so compact so that u can move around freely,not touching the wall😅. I love the location. Situated on a quiet housing area, just nearby the konbini, train station and Aeon. Coming from trip at Tokyo, this is what we need. A serene and peaceful stay. The owners also kind husband and wife, with cute daughter. Overall , it was a homely stay here.love it.

I think there was nothing i didn't like about this guesthouse

The hostel is beautifully restored and has all the necessary stuff. It felt more as a home than as a hostel. Though it’s located in a small town, you can access the train very easily and you can explore around Mount Fuji. The owner is truly amazing and so kind. I would definitely recommend this hostel!

The door to the bedroom could shake during the night because of the wind or when other doors opened/closed, which made quite some noise. Luckily it was not busy, so we would just leave the door open.

A guest house that looks and feels like home. Every equipment needed is here. Rooms are big enough. There is enough space outside the bedroom to place lugages without blocking the way. Lovely cheap place, located in a peaceful neighborhood not too far from the big city, recommended to those who are looking to visit Fuji or Fujinomiya !

The owner and family are very welcoming and friendly. 10 min walk from shin kambara. Though the check in and hostel are at different places, it's only a minute away. Individual space is large enough to have all the bags fitted in your space. Family Mart and Indian food is just behind the hostel

The only downside is that the pavement to the hostel is gravel so with luggage, I had to carry it.

It's my favourite hostel in Japan so far! It is small but cozy. The Japanese futons are nice. The kitchen has everything that you could need. The sleeping cabins are very big! Kosei, the host is friendly and helpful. Staying here feels more like living with your friends rather than staying in a hostel with strangers. A convenience store is right behind it and the train station and the supermarket are just 10 min by foot. I would definitely come back!