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A communal living area features natural materials with woven pendant lights hanging from a concrete ceiling. Two guests are seated at a wooden table, surrounded by plants and food items. A large window allows natural light to illuminate the space, enhancing the cozy atmosphere.

Shared room in Naka Ward, Nagoya

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 458 reviews

A guest house with a bar where locals gather. Spacious dormitory where you can also put your backpack

This guest house opened in July 2021. Osu Shopping Street is within a 7-minute walk, and there is a bar on the ground floor, which is popular with local customers. The shared counter kitchen is stocked with a variety of cooking utensils and condiments, so you can enjoy cooking right away. Nearby supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacies are within 350 meters. The shared living room is available 24 hours a day, so you can enjoy chatting with guests you've become friends with until midnight, or work at the counter desk. There is no curfew and the shower is available 24 hours. Check-in time is from 4 pm to 11 pm, but Early check-in may be available, so please consult with us. Check-out is by 12: 00, so you can relax and enjoy it. The following items are not included, You can rent or buy them. Rental face towels 50 yen Rental bath towels 100 yen Toothbrush 50 yen Washing machine 200 yen Dryer 300 yen There are also female dormitories (can be rented by 3 people), private rooms for up to 4 people, private rooms with double beds, and private rooms with twin beds. Please check with me for details.

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A cozy sleeping area is designed with traditional elements, featuring a spacious bed dressed in crisp white linens. Soft light is provided by a bedside lamp next to a wooden bench. Two windows with shoji screens allow for natural light to fill the room.

Private room in Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Single room/relatively quiet/with coworking and shared kitchen/convenient access/occupancy tax collected locally

It is a renovated hostel with more than 110 years of wooden architecture.There is a workspace and a shared kitchen where you can work and cook. -From Kyoto Station, take bus number 205 for 6 minutes or taxi for 7 minutes - 4 minutes walk from Keihan Shimizu Gojo Station, 15 minutes walk from Hankyu Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, 17 minutes walk from JR Kyoto Station, and 10 minutes walk from Gojo Subway Station - Kiyomizu Temple area is a famous tourist attraction, 3 minutes by bus/Fushimi Inari 7 minutes by train/Nishiki Market 5 minutes by bus and easy to access everywhere - 4 mins walk to convenience store/supermarket - Hostel with more than 110 years of history, about 10 rooms - 100 years ago, it was used as a playground. - Enjoy interacting with other guests - The walls are thin and the surrounding sounds are easy to hear, but please enjoy the old Japanese buildings - There is a restaurant. - Kamogawa River is nearby, so you can spend a relaxing time - Toilets, showers and washbasins are shared, but there is a Japanese public bath that is easy for beginners to enter in a 2-minute walk

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A single room features a western-style bed with light bedding and a pillow. A window with sheer curtains allows natural light to fill the space. A wooden chair and small lamp are positioned near the bed, providing a simple yet functional setup.

Private room in Kyoto

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 449 reviews

[Former inn, built over 80 years ago, right next to Gion] Western-style single room: Gion Guest House Annex

Since its founding in 2003, Gojo Guest House has hosted a variety of travelers from all over the world. This is the annex. It's a nostalgic place that makes you feel like you're at your grandma's house. It is a quaint building with a history of over 80 years, originally used as an inn. All rooms are private. The first floor has a reception, living room, and shared kitchen. The rooms are mainly on the second floor. There is a shower room, a toilet, and a coin laundry in the basement. Established in 2003. A budget guesthouse in an 80-year-old former traditional Kyoto style house. Close to the center, sightseeing spots, and historic sites. Our house has 2 floors and a basement. Shared Shower rooms and Toilets are in the basement. A free-use kitchen is available for cooking your own meals.

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A two-story building with a maroon roof and large windows faces a clear, transparent river. The structure sits on a stone-lined bank, with nearby vegetation adding to the natural surroundings. The peaceful water reflects the building's facade, creating a serene atmosphere.

Private room in Tanabe

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews

Traditional triple room with a view

Our guest house Sumiya is in the centre of Kawayu village near Kumano Hongu Taisha shrine. River Oto in front is a unique river with its hot spring sources and you can enjoy an open air bath (small one in the summer and a big one in the winter). You can also dig your own mini bath in the summer for a little bathing under the milky way. Near to Kumano Kodo trail, Kawayu is one of the best destinations for those who want to know more about the area's history and culture and enjoy its nature.

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A shared dormitory room is featured with wooden bunk beds, each equipped with a curtain for privacy. Various personal items are neatly stored on the floor. Guests interact while using the communal space, which is well-lit by overhead lighting, enhancing the welcoming environment.

Hotel room in Fukuoka

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 776 reviews

Cozy hostel mixed dorm, near Hakata & free wifi

This is mixed dormitory of "Hostel TOKI", a small hostel in Fukuoka. While being located in urban area close to the Hakata station, you can feel the life of little local town. We hope you to enjoy staying Fukuoka as if you live in this little town.TOKI is here for all kinds of travelers to offer a cozy accommodation with useful information and deep local experience. *If you are female, you can also check our "Female dorm". * If you want to book for 2 persons and more, please book twice.

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A shared kitchen area is visible, featuring natural wood elements and a spacious countertop. Two stools are positioned near the counter, complemented by greenery from potted plants. Large windows allow natural light to illuminate the space, enhancing the open atmosphere.

Hotel room in Fujiyoshida

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 330 reviews

SARUYA - Twin Room #8 in Modern Traditional Hostel

Our private room features 1 or 2 futon beds on traditional tatami floors. The shared areas include bathrooms, dining space and a work/lounge/library area. The hostel Saruya Hostel opened in 2015 in Fujiyoshida, a city at the bottom of Mt Fuji. We renovated an 80 years old wooden house to create a place that allows our guests to experience time and space through carefully selected art, design and objects, mixing traditional Japanese inspiration with modern aesthetics.

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A spacious room features two Japanese style futons placed on tatami mats. Natural light filters through shoji screens, illuminating the warm wooden walls. A simple wooden table and a mirror are present, adding functionality to the traditional decor.

Hotel room in Higashiyama-ku, Kyōto-shi

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 578 reviews

[Stay at a 100-year-old traditional inn] Private room for 1-2

2003年の創業以来、世界中からさまざまな旅人が訪れてきた宿です。気楽な雰囲気と個性的なスタッフが醸し出す居心地の良さが特徴で、ローカルなおすすめ情報に定評があります。築100年、元々は料理旅館だった趣のある建物。1階には、どなたでも利用できるコーヒースタンドとカフェがあります。2階のゲストハウスは、全室和室の布団で寝られるスタイル。部屋は男女別のドミトリーと個室（2-4名利用）があります。 Established in 2003 for Backpackers. A budget guesthouse in a 100 some year old former traditional Kyoto style house with Cafe/Bar Close to center, Gion area and major sightseeing place. We are not like trendy hip hostel more rustic, laid back and warm atmosphere.

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The common area features wooden shelves filled with books, paired with cozy seating options. Soft lighting illuminates the space, highlighting decorative accents such as hanging plants and unique lamps. A coffee station is visible, adding to the inviting atmosphere for guests.

Shared room in Aoi Ward, Shizuoka

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 434 reviews

Shizuoka, guesthouse & coffeeshop「Hitoyado」

12 minutes on foot from Shizuoka station, Hitoyado is a guest house with a renovated 50 year old coffee shop on the first floor. There are restaurants and public baths in the neighborhood. It offers a simple breakfast for 500 yen (your choice of drink and toast). Run by a friendly female staff of three, it provides guests with laid-back old style atmosphere, a perfect match for your Shizuoka experience. Please stop by when you’re in Shizuoka City!

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A communal area features a sunken table surrounded by green cushions on a wooden floor. A traditional irori (hearth) is placed at the center, with a modern ventilation hood above. Large windows allow natural light to illuminate the space, complemented by minimalist wooden decor.

Hotel room in Hakone

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Irori Guesthouse Tenmaku Economy Double Room Lower

*Kanagawa Pref. has released it’s own COVID-19 prevention measures, and we have decided not to sell alcohol from July 22nd~August 22nd. And, last call is at 19:00. Irori guesthouse -Tenmaku- It is opened in 2018 after spending 7month for renovation of an old Japanese ryokan. You can enjoy "Irori" which is Japanese traditional fire pit, in our common space. Also, you can try some craft beer and picked up Japanese sake at bar

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A tranquil Japanese-style room features a spacious sleeping area with futons arranged on tatami flooring. A low wooden table is positioned nearby, accompanied by a wall displaying traditional artwork. Natural elements are present, with greenery integrated into the design, contributing to a calm ambience.

Private room in 横浜市中区

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

7-min from station! Japanese TATAMI private room.

Our house is Guesthouse FUTARENO. renovated from an old traditional Japanese-style house and only 7-minutes walk from Sakuragicho station. This room is Old Japanese style room. You can feeling relax! It's Japanese culture and You can use WiFi in the your room!! You can try traditional Japanese style!! You can drop your luggage before check in and after check out!!

Top guest favorite

A traditional Japanese room features tatami mat flooring and sliding shoji windows allowing natural light. A futon is laid out on the floor, accented by a patterned cover. An air conditioning unit and a paper lantern add to the room's functionality and ambiance.

Private room in Toshima City

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

Guestohouse Sheena & Ippei (SAKURA-Economy room-)

Sheena & Ippei occupies a renovated 50-year-old building that was once a tonkatsu restaurant. Our small hotel lets visitors stay in an old downtown district and get a taste of the local shopping street. Just one stop away from the mega-station of Ikebukuro, Sheena & Ippei is an ideal home base for enjoying everyday local life in Tokyo.

Guest favorite

An outdoor onsen is enveloped in a serene natural setting, featuring stone borders and a still, reflective surface. The area is lit softly, highlighting surrounding greenery and creating a peaceful ambiance. Two wooden buckets are placed nearby, complementing the tranquil environment.

Shared room in Hakone

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 400 reviews

【100% Natural Hotspring】 Tsutaya Ryokan Mix Dorm

｛Ryokan x Guesthouse = ONSEN GUESTHOUSE TSUTAYA｝ Enjoy 100% natural ONSEN in traditional Hakone area!! After taking a bath, have a great time at our free lounge space thorough the new meeting from all over the world. The room is cabin-type mixed dormitory. Enough space for 1 person to get relaxed.