Delightful host, super friendly and helpful and recommended wonderful local restaurants we would never have found ourselves.

Basic crockery and cutlery in kitchen would be helpful

As I arrived late by ferry I had informed Manager Sachiyo Tonani in advance & her reply was swift & reassuring that I don’t need to worry. Easy to find near Otaru, quite location but convenient. A large garage for my bike, very friendly greetings by her even at such late hour. Felt instantly welcome. Shoes of, Japanese house rules 😉 A bit steep stairs up into the second floor to the guest room, be aware, no elevator. Large room, two beds, not big & a tad too soft for me but I slept comfortable under the soft blankets. Strong shower 🚿hot & good pressure, remember share house, prep your own amenities. Towels, one of my pet peeves, too small, had my own anyway. Large community room, fridge/ freezer unit, oven toaster & microwave. My room, No1, lock & key 🔑✅ Big windows to the rear, as mentioned quite neighborhood. Check in was swift as was check out, Tonani San is very fluent in English and a great host. Pleasure to met her and highly recommended.

As mentioned, stairs are steep & small, if you have a lot of luggage it’s a bit tight. Towels, would recommend to prep your own. Walls are thin, adjoining rooms could be heard , no issue if you have a good pair of earplugs.

The host is very nice and kind, she can also speak English without any problem. The room and house is cozy too !

From the pictures we did not expect that the bathroom would be shared among guests.