Kisoji Furusato Youth Hostel
8.0
Excellent(23 reviews)
1921 Ochiai, Nakatsugawa, Gifu 508-0006, Japan
+81 573-69-5128
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Hotel Description
Kisoji Furusato Youth Hostel, located at 1921 Ochiai, Nakatsugawa, Gifu 508-0006, Japan, is a tranquil and rustic haven nestled in a leafy hillside, surrounded by lush trees and vast fields. This minimalist hostel provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle, just 3 km from Ochiaigawa train station and 14 km from the majestic Mount Ena. Guests are treated to serene mountain views and a taste of nature, making this a perfect getaway for those seeking a relaxing stay immersed in natural beauty. The hostel's simple yet functional design reflects its commitment to a no-frills experience, while still offering a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. The environment feels calm and refreshing, with each room thoughtfully designed for comfort and peace.
The dormitories, which are single-sex and furnished with either bunk beds or futons, are ideal for travelers who enjoy socializing in shared spaces. For those seeking more privacy, the hostel also offers private family rooms, allowing guests to enjoy a more intimate stay. The shared bathrooms, though simple, are clean and well-maintained, ensuring comfort for all guests.
The hostel boasts a lovely, down-to-earth restaurant where guests can enjoy hearty breakfast and dinner options. Dining here is a relaxing experience with dishes that emphasize local flavors, providing a true taste of the region. Guests can also unwind on the veranda, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, perfect for savoring the fresh air and tranquil atmosphere.
Kisoji Furusato Youth Hostel offers a variety of modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay, including free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms. The hostel is a smoke-free property, maintaining a clean and healthy environment for all guests. For those looking to unwind, the public bath provides a soothing experience after a day of exploration. However, the hostel does not feature a fitness center, spa, pool, or hot tub, focusing instead on providing a simple yet fulfilling experience.
Guests can easily access nearby attractions, including Tsumago-juku, a historic town with 18th-century homes and a 12th-century shrine, located just 23 minutes away. Magomejuku, a quaint stop along a historic feudal-era mail route, is only 6 minutes from the hostel and offers scenic water mills and classic noodle shops. Other notable sights include Naegi Castle Ruins, Mount Ena, and Ochiai-juku Nakasendo.
The hostel is also conveniently located for transportation, with several nearby public transit options, such as Ochiaigawa Station, just 7 minutes by taxi or a 28-minute walk away. Nakatsugawa Station is a 10-minute taxi ride, while major airports like Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport, Nagoya Airport, and Chubu Centrair International Airport are within a couple of hours' drive.
With its laid-back vibe, natural surroundings, and friendly atmosphere, Kisoji Furusato Youth Hostel offers the perfect setting for travelers looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Kiso Valley. Whether you're a solo adventurer, a family, or a group, this hostel provides a comfortable, affordable, and peaceful retreat in one of Japan's most picturesque regions.
The dormitories, which are single-sex and furnished with either bunk beds or futons, are ideal for travelers who enjoy socializing in shared spaces. For those seeking more privacy, the hostel also offers private family rooms, allowing guests to enjoy a more intimate stay. The shared bathrooms, though simple, are clean and well-maintained, ensuring comfort for all guests.
The hostel boasts a lovely, down-to-earth restaurant where guests can enjoy hearty breakfast and dinner options. Dining here is a relaxing experience with dishes that emphasize local flavors, providing a true taste of the region. Guests can also unwind on the veranda, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, perfect for savoring the fresh air and tranquil atmosphere.
Kisoji Furusato Youth Hostel offers a variety of modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay, including free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms. The hostel is a smoke-free property, maintaining a clean and healthy environment for all guests. For those looking to unwind, the public bath provides a soothing experience after a day of exploration. However, the hostel does not feature a fitness center, spa, pool, or hot tub, focusing instead on providing a simple yet fulfilling experience.
Guests can easily access nearby attractions, including Tsumago-juku, a historic town with 18th-century homes and a 12th-century shrine, located just 23 minutes away. Magomejuku, a quaint stop along a historic feudal-era mail route, is only 6 minutes from the hostel and offers scenic water mills and classic noodle shops. Other notable sights include Naegi Castle Ruins, Mount Ena, and Ochiai-juku Nakasendo.
The hostel is also conveniently located for transportation, with several nearby public transit options, such as Ochiaigawa Station, just 7 minutes by taxi or a 28-minute walk away. Nakatsugawa Station is a 10-minute taxi ride, while major airports like Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport, Nagoya Airport, and Chubu Centrair International Airport are within a couple of hours' drive.
With its laid-back vibe, natural surroundings, and friendly atmosphere, Kisoji Furusato Youth Hostel offers the perfect setting for travelers looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Kiso Valley. Whether you're a solo adventurer, a family, or a group, this hostel provides a comfortable, affordable, and peaceful retreat in one of Japan's most picturesque regions.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Single-sex dormitories with either bunk beds or futons
2. Private family rooms available for more privacy
3. Down-to-earth restaurant serving local breakfast and dinner
4. Veranda with stunning views of the surrounding mountains
5. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the property
6. Smoke-free property ensuring a clean and healthy environment
7. Public bath for guests to relax after a day of exploration
8. Located 3 km from Ochiaigawa Train Station and 14 km from Mount Ena
9. Close to famous attractions like Tsumago-juku, Magomejuku, and Naegi Castle Ruins
10. Easy access to public transport with nearby stations and major airports
7.6 Very Good
Location rating
Top sights
Tsumago-juku
23 min
Magomejuku6 min
Naegi Castle Ruins20 min
Mount Ena57 min
Ochiai-juku Nakasendo4 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 16:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Location rating | 7.6 |
| Nearest airport | Nagoya Airport (Komaki Airport) |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 11 min |
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Location
1921 Ochiai, Nakatsugawa, Gifu 508-0006, Japan
Airports:
Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport
Taxi: 2 hr 33 min
Transit: 4 hr 8 min
Nagoya Airport (Komaki Airport)
Taxi: 1 hr 11 min
Transit: 2 hr 20 min
Chubu Centrair International Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 48 min
Transit: 2 hr 28 min
Transit:
Okuteguchi
Walking: 14 min
Koubousama
Walking: 2 min
Nakatsugawa Station
Taxi: 10 min
Walking: 1 hr 4 min
Okute Kouminkan-mae
Walking: 1 min
Ochiaigawa Station
Taxi: 7 min
Walking: 28 min
Nearby locations
7.6
Very Good Location
Set on a leafy hillside property surrounded by trees and fields, this pared-down hostel is 3 km from Ochiaigawa train station and 14 km from Mount Ena.
Top Attractions
Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Public bath
Public bath
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
Air conditioning
Reviews
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浅間隠山
5/5
It's already been 18 years since I started walking Nakasendo. I finally made it to Gifu, but this is the only youth hostel left. 15 minutes walk to cobblestone. Transportation to and from Ochiai bus stop is also available upon request. Home-cooked meals are delicious. The sunset at Mt. Ena is exceptional.
Zitta 750
5/5
The cost performance was very good and we had a delicious meal in the living room with a nice view. I had a very comfortable stay. thank you very much.
岡部興業
5/5
I used it for touring in the spring of 2022.Since the coronavirus was still affecting me, I called on Tuesday and was able to make a reservation for Saturday stay. I think there would have been a high probability of being out this year. Dinner/Breakfast I knew I would be a refugee, so I asked for dinner and breakfast as well.From Shikoku, we traveled from Kobe to Nagoya to Tsumago-juku, and although we were exposed to rain in Tsumago, we crossed the mountain pass and headed to Magome-juku. I took a photo of Magome-juku at dusk and went to Kisoji Furusato Youth Hostel. I am very grateful that it is close to Magome-juku.After parking my bike, I put away my raincoat and used the handrail on the entrance stairs to dry it. I'm a member of a youth hostel, so the prices are modest and I can stay there with peace of mind even if I'm traveling alone. The rooms are basically shared rooms, and being able to exchange information with other travelers who share the same smell is a great memory of my trip, but due to the coronavirus pandemic, I was the only guest. Nowadays, this would never happen with inbound travel.Dinner is on par with a restaurant, so you can feel safe bringing people with you. The bathroom was comfortable, and I was gathering information on the laptop I had brought with me. The building uses a lot of wood, so it has a sense of warmth.The rooms are clean, and when you wake up in the morning, you can see the greenery outside the window.After having a good breakfast, I resumed my tour of Magome-juku, and I am very grateful that there is a youth hostel here. This is also my third time using it. I will take care of you again the next time I go to Magome.Lastly, if you are coming by bike, please be careful when parking as the parking lot is gravel and sloped.(Sorry, I missed taking pictures of dinner and breakfast because I was hungry)
hiro ari
5/5
Thank you for your help on New Year's Day. The building was simple and stylish, the rooms and toilets were clean, and the bathtub was large enough to accommodate 4 or 5 people. The owner couple was also kind and provided hot and cold water even if we stayed overnight without meals. You can use the microwave and refrigerator, so the service was perfect. thank you very much.
yudai shinohara
4/5
Thank you for your help for the first time in 4 or 5 years.The atmosphere here is always good.The rooms, common rooms, bathrooms, and toilets are all very clean.You can also enjoy a warm meal made with love by the parents.I had a great time getting together with friends from far away.thank you very much.I'll see you again!
櫻井直人
4/5
Located near Magome-juku. This is a youth hostel with affordable accommodation rates.
500 kotonoha
1/5
The building is in a nice location in the mountains. My wife and I were really looking forward to our first overnight trip in three years. When we arrived at the location, the owner welcomed us with a smile and made us feel at ease. . . Even though it was such a nice place, we were the only customers.And from there it was a series of disappointments.I met a woman (wife?) in the kitchen, and when I said hello to her and asked if I could help her today, she just answered ``Yes'' brusquely. ? Hmm, I don't feel welcomed.When I went to take a bath, there was a bug floating in the bathtub. yeah? When I looked up from the bathtub to the walls and ceiling, the insects continued to swarm around me, about 100 in total.The true identity of the insect is a ladybug. I can't stop tingling and immediately get out of the bath.Then the meal. The stew has no taste. The buckwheat noodles are crunchy and not boiled. A spider is sinking into the fruit. I couldn't eat anymore and ended up going out to eat.I canceled breakfast the next day, and ran home in the wee hours of the morning feeling angry at having ruined our first trip as a couple.
san manta
4/5
The location is like a luxury hotel. It's a very beautiful inn. Of course, the bed and meals are typical of a youth hostel, but considering the price, it's more than enough, so if you're traveling to Kisoji, please consider it. There are a lot of comics, etc., so you can kill time even by yourself.
Tom Power
5/5
Great views, peaceful, amazing start to the magome - tsumgo trail