- Free shuttle to and from the slopes for guests, also near a local bus stop - very comfy beds - very warm cosy bedrooms - warm showers - great kitchen area - restaurant - lovely family run place, staff are very kind and friendly - nature focused, with an appreciation for local wildlife which was interesting - authentic Japanese experience - ski & boot room

- Quite far from the town, though in Niseko you will have to pay a lot of money to be central; with the bus & free shuttle this wasn’t an issue, I was also able to get a taxi back some nights and they gave ski racks. - A bit cold in the common areas, though I appreciate this is to save energy as they are eco focused. The rooms were very cosy and warm which is what matters most.

The premises is a hostel that caters for skiers during Winter. We had the tatami beds in a private room and if we can cope aged 57 and 60 anybody can! It was the cheapest we could find but we enjoyed, aside from the cold showers, but it was cheap in comparison 😀

Cold communal areas, but it served a purpose!

I guess I didn’t read the description but it’s a really cool property, it’s an old school turned into a hostel. The owners were extremely nice and communicated everything well. There a bus stop for both directions at the entrance making it very accessible to either town. When I got hurt and had to go to the hospital the grandma at the property who used to be a nurse helped re bandage my ankle after the hospital didn’t do a good job and everyone checked on me every day. It was really sweet.

Nothing to complain about, for the price compared to everything else around you can’t go wrong

Staff was great and very helpful. Overall a very charming stay. The shuttles to the ski resort in the morning and pickup after were incredible. The driver was so nice!

This is not indicative of the lodge itself but as it's not in central Hirafu, without a car, getting back was from Hirafu was somewhat tricky after the nightbus stops running at 9pm. Taxis are available but you can wait around 30mins if you don't reserve ahead of time. Hallways were a bit cold but warmth of the rooms made up for it.

Lovely JP stylish accommodation. The basic kitchenwares and induction cooker are provided. No heater in the communal areas so it's a bit cold but there is one in the living room to warm up. 5mins bus to the supermarker. The owners are very helpful guys who kindly picked me up and sent me back to the welcome centre when leaving. They do clean their house every morning as I can see. Highly recommended and value for money!

The staff were amazing, so helpful with everything.

Light came through the window of the upstairs cottage area from the hallway. Made it a little hard to sleep, but just needed something to cover that like a curtain.

Hostel with quiet and respectful guests. Incredibly kind hosts, beautifully served breakfast, and convenient ski shuttle to Hirafu. A welcome escape from the Hirafu ski town vibe.

Not much in the immediate area, but I enjoyed walking in to Hirafu, and Kutchan is close by.

The place is beautiful and interesting as it is a former school building. Very unique. The hosts are friendly and very accomodating. They will always help with your needs

Everything is awesome

The very friendly hosts and traditional setting.

Some in my party thought that common areas were a bit cold.

Bus stop is right outside, easy for access to the slopes and Kutchan. Very traditional.