Rooms get hot without the ac on.

The location.

Stayed in August 2025

I should stay longer.

It is close to the Singu station in a quite town. There were many delicious food, especially, the Jofuku sushi in front of the station. I also like the unmanned store on the way to hostel.

Stayed in August 2025

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Clean and comfortable to stay!

Stayed in July 2025

The BEST hostel in relation quality/price. Yoshi, the owner, is very friendly and make all the guest feel very welcome 🙏🏻🙏🏻🇯🇵

Stayed in June 2025

I liked everything

The host was so friendly and helpful, the place is so handy to the train station and local restaurants it's ideal. Also the bed was so comfy and had a curtain for privacy

Stayed in May 2025

Great host and nice location! Hope to meet you again in kichogu!

Stayed in May 2025

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Yoshi (the owner) was really friendly and helpful. The hostel had a nice vibe because of this. The dorm beds were comfortable. Good facilities in the kitchen & central location to explore Shinghu.

Stayed in May 2025

The location is right between Shingu Station and Hayatama Taisha, making it very convenient — about a 6-minute walk to the station and 10 minutes to the shrine. It’s also very close to Kamikura Shrine. The nearest bus stop, "Tankaku Hall Mae," is just a 3-minute walk away, where you can catch buses to various parts of the Kumano Kodo trail. A Lawson convenience store and a large supermarket are both just 2–3 minutes away on foot. The bed was very comfortable, and the privacy of the personal space was excellent. The shared area is spacious, well maintained. Good air quality inside, without bad odors at all — even in the toilet. The owner is super friendly, passionate, and easy to communicate with in English. This would absolutely be my top choice for staying in Shingu.

Stayed in May 2025

The owner is friendly and the bed is comfortable. The place is near the train station.

Stayed in April 2025

Very enthusiastic and kind owner, who let me borrow an adapter when I forgot to bring mine. Great location near Shingu Station, I could easily catch the first Kuroshio train to Kansai Airport early in the morning. Unfortunately I only stayed for two nights, but I'm sure it'd be good for longer stays as well. I'd love to come back someday to explore Shingu more!

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing. Everything was perfect

Yoshi the owner is really nice! We have a really good time there. The dormitory, bathroom and kitchen were very clean and the mattres really confy. The location is amazing: near temple, castle, supermarket and train/bus station. It was a really good stop after our days Hiking the kumano kodo trails. Thank you for everything yoshi!!!

Stayed in April 2025

Super helpful and welcoming host

Stayed in April 2025

Nice and simple hostel. Easy walking 5 mins distance from Shingu Station. Also near Kumano Hayatama Taisha. Walking 2 mins to bus station to Kumano Hongu Taisha. Even not a big city, 3 mins walk can find a super market to buy everything you need like food, even have a daiso inside the supermarket The hostel only have 1 toilet and 1 bathroom so need t take note. Living room have microwave, fridge and utensils.

Stayed in March 2025

The facilities show their age a bit.

Very friendly staff and located in central Shingu, with comfortable beds.

Stayed in March 2025

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Amazing owner/ staff who goes way beyond the usual service. Owner that has his own experience in hiking and solo travelling and, therefore, understands and considers what may his guest need or appreciate.

Stayed in March 2025

A lovely stay in Shingu.

Stayed in March 2025

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This hostel is not only standout for Shingu, but for all of Japan. Don’t waste your money anywhere else in town. The owner, Yoshi, was the most fabulous host I have had in my travels and a true testament to Japanese hospitality. The place is small, clean, well facilitated and excellent value. If I’m ever back in Shingu, I know where I’ll be staying.

Stayed in March 2025

Perfect for solo travelers, but may be a bit small for larger groups.

The hostel is located just a short walk from Shingu station, making access to the train and bus very easy. It’s very quiet with no loud noises from the street. Very clean and new hostel.

Stayed in February 2025

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Stayed in August 2025

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Stayed in August 2025

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Stayed in August 2025

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Stayed in August 2025

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Stayed in July 2025

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Stayed in July 2025