“We had a good rest after the 3rd day of Kumano Kodo hike.”

Breakfast is fine. Good Location.

- Under the mattress in dormitory room were dirty

The location is very near to bus stop and Hongu Taisha

It was close to the main attractions and bus stop. They provided areas for hikers to hang their water proofs and dry off their hiking gear. Free snacks and tea were greatly appreciated.

“Grumpy owner, hostel was fine”

Man who runs the place very grumpy and rude. Bring enough cash with you as they don't accept card. That said, the accomodation itself was fine and I stayed in the dorm rooms - it was fine and good value for money. I'm responding to your answer. It's not disrespectful or rude to misunderstand instructions re the door key and be responded to with 'Fuck'. Nor is it rude or disrestfcul to not know what a cash payment was required and be treated like a criminal for not having it. Your response here shows how tocuhy and prickly you are.

“Amazing location on the Kumano, and great hospitality”

Great place after the Kumano hike!!

One toast and peanut butter, margarine, jam and some snacks are offered.

“Comfortable sleep in a dorm room & a good location.”

Comfortable bunk beds and a good common area & kitchen for eating or relaxing. Some breakfast foods provided & free snacks which is a nice touch.

“A great stay in a locally owned accommodation.”

Japanese style private room was fantastic.

Cheap price However, the owner's attitude is very rude. If you only care about price, then this is your hotel to stay.

“Happy with it although improvement is needed”

Location. Price. Cleanliness.

“Reasonably comfortable to stay for a night”

Could be better.

We stayed there for two nights to reduce the trouble of transport connections between accommodation and Kumano Kodo trail heads. We like the great location (right next to Hongu Taisha and 200m from bus station), good prices. We took 2 tatami twin rooms and 2 bunk beds. Curtains of the bunk beds blocked the lights. Reading lamp and clothes hangers available in the beds are very user-friendly. Owner of the hostel Katsu san was quite friendly. Although meals were not available, he was kind enough to give us bread and snacks with butter, peanut butter and jam in the refrigerator free for use.

“Perfect economical stay for kumano kodo trek”

Superb location. Fuss free stay.

Location for kumono kodo. Great facilities for cooking and socialising. Free snacks were awesome

“Overpriced hotel for backpackers”

Good location. We received a package with bread and some snacks and fruit (you can use peanut butter, jam or chocolate which are stored inside the fridge).

“Had a great stay in an excellent location, thanks!”

Great rooms, and some food provided which was lovely.

I lost me luggage on flight over and staff gave me a towel for free to use.

- very friendly and helpful staff - free snacks and plenty of drinks (cocoa powder is rare in Japan!) - excellent price/value

Small free breakfast, big kitchen and comunal area, very nice staff. Very well organized