Beautiful place and sweet staff

Stayed in August 2025

People leaving the hostel front door open in the evening before the hostel closing at 10pm and letting the mosquitos in. The shower near the mixed dormitory was clean but smelt bad (drain?). Thin matresses on the bunk beds in the mixed dormitory (think thin futon on wooden slates). Okay for one night but not for longer if you prefer a western style matresss.

Very nice communal spaces and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The young woman recommended 3 restaurants for dinner within walking distance nearby and the ramen place we went to us very good. Chose this place as it is close to the Ghibli park.

Stayed in July 2025

It’s a traditional Japanese house, so the door to the room is essentially paper, so there is no sound barrier, so we felt like we needed to be very quiet all the time. It’s not that I disliked this, but if you are looking for privacy, this place may not be a good fit.

The vibe is very laid back and the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful.

Stayed in June 2025

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They make you feel welcome

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

If you want to stay in a 140 year old authentic traditional Japanese house this is the place to go! The owner is super friendly and helpful. We had an amazing stay and would like to return next time. Please treat him and the house with respect. Everything was great! Thank you very much!

Stayed in April 2025

It’s a hostel with shared bathrooms, but everything is very nice and clean, with great attention to detail and tasteful decor. There’s a café on the ground floor where you can enjoy a snack in the afternoon. Getting there by car was a bit tricky due to a very narrow street, but overall, it was a great stay. I would definitely come back!

Stayed in February 2025

It would be nice if the hotel offered breakfast. Since it's a quiet, sleepy town we found it difficult to find breakfast options nearby

This hotel was absolutely wonderful! We stayed there from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day and the staff were extremely hospitable. They booked us a local izakaya for Christmas dinner and organised a Ghibli-themed taxi for us when we left for the park. The room I stayed in was wonderfully decorated and the beds were genuinely more comfortable than my one at home. We chose to stay here to have a nice and affordable experience before heading to the Ghibli Park and it was perfect. This hotel is absolutely worth the money and made for a lovely stay.

Stayed in December 2024

this is a beautiful and really pretty little home staying. I get to experience the real Japanese house

Stayed in December 2024

The futon was a little uncomfortable.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing!!

Great experience to stay in this guest house. The interior decorations are simple rusty and blended in the guest house. I would strongly recommend this place if you passing through.

Stayed in November 2024

All the staffs are very friendly n helpful. I llike the ceramic wares in the kitchen.

Stayed in October 2024

I really like the vibe of this place. Super cozy , cute and friendly staff. I'd definitely come back

Stayed in October 2024

The atmosphere was nice, the staff were kind and even stayed late to talk with us, very friendly, good service, best place to stay if you want the experience of a Japanese style Inn. They even recommended us Chita Japanese Whiskey which was extremely good. Will stay again next time, hopefully for longer.

Stayed in October 2024

It was hot but the ac in the room was nice.

I loved staying in an old Japanese home. The staff were so warm and welcoming!

Stayed in September 2024

Very welcoming. The room was clean and comfortable.

Stayed in August 2024

A beautiful house in a quiet neighborhood. Seto had more to offer than I anticipated and the staff were kind enough to point out the places worth visiting. The house had a lot of character. You can hear other people walk around but at night everyone was very considered. The garden is also a lovely bonus. I would definitely stay again ^_^

Stayed in August 2024

Can't think of anything!

Very friendly staff - lots of activates and generally a chill place to hang out and enjoy some Japanese culture.

Stayed in May 2024

Good staff, Nice guesthouse!

Stayed in March 2024

Maskukichi is such a sweet little place to stay. Has a traditional feel but is very comfortable. The staff were so kind and thoughtful, and did everything possible to help us with any questions. It’s a short walk to cafes and shops, just be aware that almost nothing is open until around 10am, so best to have your breakfast food on you as they don’t serve breakfast.

Stayed in April 2024

The room wasn't very soundproof, and the sheet under duvet system isn't my favourite, although I can't fault it as it was a comfortable stay.

The location was great, only a short walk to anything you might want. The availability of a bar is great to have without leaving the property. A nice cozy feel to the place without lots of hangout areas inside and out.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing! Everything was great :)

We loved our stay here! The staff were super friendly and welcoming and explained all of the facilities really well. We also received recommendations for dinner and breakfast spots in the area which was very helpful! We ended up going to the udon restaurant we were recommended. The room itself was also very clean, had a heater which was great as the room was a little chilly and was overall very cosy.

Stayed in March 2024

gorgeous space in a gorgeous location about 10 min walk from the train station, would love to stay again

Stayed in December 2023

It would make sleeping more comfortable if there was a humidifier. Since you would need the air conditioner running full power to keep the room warm, the air gets super dry making sleeping difficult.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. Very nice facilities.

Stayed in December 2023

Beautiful location in a traditional Japanese house. Wonderful and welcoming staff who gave local places reco.

Stayed in November 2023