Tabibitoyado Shoei - Hostel

We were lucky enough to have one of the buildings all to ourselves. It’s a cozy, wonderful hostel with everything you need, and we had an amazing stay.

Good, affordable place and the owner was friendly. The only real drawback is that the store is a bit far away.

The other guests and the staff helping out were incredibly kind and respectful during my two-night stay, which I used as a base for a motorcycle trip. I could park my heavy touring bike comfortably under cover, with plenty of room and a sturdy platform. The facilities were excellent for my needs. I used the basic cooking area, microwave, toaster, and shower. The futons and sheets were clean and well cared for, and clearly laundered properly. After using them, I stripped them myself and put them in the laundry box before leaving. Thanks for everything. I’d love to stay here again as a base for my next trip to Hokkaido.

We came for the low price and stayed two nights, using the inn as a base to cycle and tour Lake Mashu and Lake Kussharo. As the inn says, there are no convenience stores, supermarkets, or hot springs nearby, though there are a few vending machines. With a car or motorbike, town is about 10 kilometers away, making shopping and hot springs easy to reach. There’s a shower and kitchen, and two bedrooms with two bunk beds in each. I wished there were outlets beside the pillows, but the inn was very clean and the beds were fluffy. It almost felt like staying in a hotel. The receptionist, who knows the owner, kept a comfortable distance and made us feel at ease. We talked about all sorts of things, and those conversations are a fond memory. Thanks for looking after us.