Hiyoshiso

The walls are pretty thin, so sounds from nearby rooms carry. It didn’t bother me, though, and I could unwind without anyone hovering. The owner is upbeat and full of energy, which rubbed off on me. My room was small but clean, and the fried chicken set meal was a great pick. For checkout, just leave the key in the mailbox on the desk. There aren’t any convenience stores you can walk to, so bring supplies if you’re staying without meals. I stayed while touring by scooter and really enjoyed the place. I’d happily come back. ✌️

Dinner at the izakaya downstairs was delicious, and the bread they gave me for breakfast was good too. I was able to stay for a great price. The first night, though, two men in the room across from mine kept talking past 3 AM and I couldn’t sleep. It was quieter the second night, so it wasn’t an issue then.

The owner was really friendly and kind. There’s no formal hotel reception, so head to the dining area at the back, which is open until 10 PM, and let them know you’re staying. The place was easy enough to find with navigation, though it gets dark at night and you could miss it. I was here on a business trip to Miyama. You can hear footsteps in the corridor, snoring from the next room, and trains passing about once an hour because the walls are thin. There’s not much nearby, so it’s better to bring food and drinks. The parking area is large, with a gravel surface. To leave, put the key in the return box. They may accept cards and phone payments, but I paid in cash, so I can’t confirm that. Affordable places to stay are scarce around here, and this works if all you need is somewhere to sleep without meals.

The shower had strong water pressure, and there was a little fridge in the room. I stayed without meals, and for the price it felt like a really good deal. The air conditioner and futon didn’t seem especially old to me. Glad I found this place.