Miyako T.
The place is very simple, and the chalet felt a bit like visiting a relative's house. It has lots of the owner's personal belongings, and the owner often came inside to check that we were settled. He was very friendly and loves to chat. We stayed in a large house reached by going down the left side of the pension. The path can be slippery, so don't bring lots of heavy bags. You take your shoes off at the entrance and walk in socks, though you can bring your own indoor slippers. Upstairs there are three medium-sized rooms with clean futons that you need to set up and put away yourself. Each room has a heater. There's only one bathroom downstairs, and it's small and basic. By the front door there's a hot ofuro and shower, both sized for one person. For a larger bath, you need to go to the pension's main entrance and pay to use the bath there. I paid 300 yen for a face and bath towel kit and a toothbrush. Everyone needs to bring their own toiletries, bath items, and towels, though kits are available in the chalet lobby. The kitchen and living room share a space, with a warm kotatsu to keep your feet cozy. The chalet has an old stove, microwave, and fridge. Nothing fancy, but it matches what you pay. From my room I could enjoy the view and the snow. There's also a lovely, calm dog. There isn't housekeeping or a change of sheets, and we left everything clean and tidy when we checked out. I'd recommend it to people who don't need luxury and just want somewhere near the ski slopes.
