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Reviews of Hostel Fish in a River 1 stars

506-0053 Gifu, Takayama, Showacho 2-16-2, Japan

#3 of 26 B&Bs and Inns in Takayama

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 68 hotel reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 2 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The owner was kind and gave us the best service you could ask for. We enjoyed a very nice conversation and he also gave us all the recommendations about what to do in Takayama. The place was super clean, and very beautiful. Location perfect as well.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    10
    Incredible Host!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely amazing host. Me and him conversated for a few hours and it was absolutely a highlight of my trip so far! He’s very outgoing, easy to talk to, and kind spirited. He will talk to you about anything really and was a great help giving me recommendations not only for Takayama but the spots i’ll be going the rest of my trip! Thank you Taku for the unforgettable stay, i’ll be sure to come back when I visit Takayama again! Excellent Room Very quiet and peaceful atmosphere Own designated shower Cozy common room Great location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2025

    10
    Host just exceptional is recommended to us a lot of good restaurants and give us so many tips in the city and for Japan,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Host just exceptional is recommended to us a lot of good restaurants and give us so many tips in the city and for Japan, he is perfectly fluent in English. The room was amazing and really clean we got our own toilet and shower for the night that we booked. One of my best accommodation in Japan 👍

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    10
    One of the best experiences I have had regarding accommodation:)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Taku was a lovely host, very chatty and had some great local knowledge/recommendations for the area

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Very helpful owner, very clean and comfortable room, not too far from the station

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2025

    10
    A perfect place to stay with amazing hospitality and warmth from the owner of the property. Highly recommend and would b
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Taku was very warm and helpful, taking time to share helpful information with us about places to go to and eat in around Takayama. He was very approachable and was always ready to help. The hostel itself was also amazing. Very close to the station, very comfortable room and super clean.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    10
    Welcoming, enjoyable and relaxed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The owner was superb, friendly and accommodating. He has done amazing work to make the place comfortable whilst maintaining the vibe of the town. His recommendations, even though I didn't get to see all of them, were on point and made my stay memorable.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Perfect pit stop
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Traditional neighbourhood, 5 minutes walking from station. Shared area very clean. Friendly owner who speaks English and explain everything.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything was very nice!

    The host was very welcoming! The location was very central and everything about the place was perfect: how clean it was, everything was very clear, the place was very cool!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host was lovely, very welcoming and helpful. He also spoke English, which made it very easy to converse with him. Great property too, there’s only two hostel rooms available, so it was quiet, gave us undisturbed privacy and easy access to the bathroom and shower.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    10
    Amazing homestay, nothing we did not like. The landlord is super nice and gave us amazing recommendations for visiting a
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The charm of the property, it was very clean and great location.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hostel was very clean and comfortable. The owner was super friendly and gave very helpful recommendations about where to visit in takayama. Also great location!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Taku was an amazing host, providing a very comfortable stay within walking distance of all the main sights

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike

    Beautiful stay, great host & location. The host was very hospitable helpful of our needs and concerns. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything!!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    10
    Amazing hostel and very nice people !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel is in a beautiful traditional Japanese house. It has all the necessary equipments for travelers. Also, our host Taku was extremely nice and helpful with a lot of good advices for cafés, restaurants, breweries...thank you so much!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Simple and cute house with a wonderful host. He helped us a lot and gave us great recommandations. Would definitely go again!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2025

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    a bit further way (just a bit difficult to walk there in winter with heavy snow) but should be ok in other season.

    The facility is very clean and cozy, the owner is very nice and helpful

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is so wonderful! It lies in a residential area not far from the city center of Takayama, thus it’s quiet in the night — and I slept really well in a comfortable bed. Everything was always clean and the kitchen has a lot of utensils in case you feel like cooking yourself. If not, Taku, the host, has a lot of recommendations for good meals around town. And hikes (!) if that’s your thing. He made my stay at this beautifully thought-out and crafted place truly worthwhile, arigatō gozaimashita.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2024

    10
    amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    absolutely gem in Takayama, the host is amazing

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    All was perfect.

    The house was beautiful, perfect location, and close to interesting sports, and public transport. The property manager /Owner was kind and helpful. He did a quick introduction regarding the city, restaurants, interest points, etc. as soon as we arrived. Exelent service.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2024

    10
    Perfect accommodation choice for our needs and travel style.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Taku is an amazing host - friendly, informative and just good company. He did everything possible to make our visit enjoyable and meaningful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such a nice place with the coziest vibe! Very comfortable to be here and the facilities are very good. The best thing about this place is absolutely Taku who runs it. He’s so welcoming, helpful and nice to chat with, and he gave us some really good recommendations, not only to get the best out of Takayama, but also for our further trip in Japan.

    Stayed in October 2024

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