Name: Guest House Kura
Address: 382-0086 Nagano, Suzaka, Honkanmachi 39, Japan, Honkanmachi 39, Nagano, 382-0086, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $29 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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Hostel Guest House Kura

382-0086 Nagano, Suzaka, Honkanmachi 39, Japan –

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The experience was great! Staying in a 130 year old raditional home with antique furniture was wonderful and the house was beautiful. The hosts were friendly and extremely helpful and generous. The guest house is a short distance from Suzaka station, convenient stores and restaurants. Ask the hosts for their recommendations for traditional foods and sights around the area. You can also rent bikes at a low cost and take a 30 minute ride through orchards to the next town Obuse, which is famous for apples and chestnuts. Near by is yudanaka, a thousand year old town famous for their hot springs trail and mountains! This a very authentic experience and I was glad to meet locals and other international travelers.

Pilar, United States of America

Amazing stuff! Very helpful, they went the extra mile to make sure we were having a great time!

Massimo, Switzerland

The people are very welcoming and would gladly help you plan your trip.

Kat_marie, Japan

The owner and her team is very very frinedly. I am also a hostel staff and I learned a lot from them.

Chia-lung, Taiwan

I really love this guesthouse and hope I'll be able to go there again in the future. The guesthouse itself is a lovely house built in the traditional Japanese style, which lets you experience the Japanese way of life first hand. The staff was extremely helpful, nice and welcoming. They would help me organize my travel, book bus rides, give me detailed information about the nearby attractions and restaurants and would even sit down with me every evening to teach me Japanese calligraphy. Especially the time in the evening I spent with the staff and other guests in the living room was always a blast and really made you feel like your part of the Kura family. If I ever got the opportunity to stay there again, I wouldn't hesitate and seize it!

Simon, Germany

Friendly staff, they were very welcoming and helpful! Cosy house with a warm atmosphere. Futon beds on tatami floor were extremely comfortable and warm! I could find all what I needed in the kitchen.

Travel'er, France

I want to first say that in 3 months of travelling in Japan, this has been one of the most integrated and exciting adventures I’ve had. Marina-san invited us to go bamboo picking (which we used to make miso soup and Marina even rustled up some pizzas from them..) with her local friends, we went to various onsen in the area, and I was even lucky to be able to borrow her car to go places nearby easily (I was carrying an international drivers permit which was necessary for this). I felt like more of a friend than a customer really. Thank you thank you and I hope you have me back! Also for those looking to get off the path a bit then this is surely a way to get your own unique experience out of Nagano and meet the locals!

Laurence, United Kingdom

Marina san and all the staff were very helpful in providing attractions during my stay. The hostel is located in a traditional Japanese house and has a unique atmosphere. There is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in it.

Bożena, Poland

Very homely guesthouse with very welcoming hostess. We had a very comfortable room and got fantastic advice about the local food specialty -Soba noodles. One of the nicest places we’ve stayed in Japan!

Emily, Australia

Excellent and Friendly staff who went out of their way to make our stay comfortable

Conor, Australia

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“The experience was great! Staying in a 130 year old raditional home with antique furniture was wonderful and the house was beautiful. The hosts were friendly and extremely helpful and generous. ”

Pilar United States of America
“Amazing stuff! Very helpful, they went the extra mile to make sure we were having a great time!”

Massimo Switzerland
“The people are very welcoming and would gladly help you plan your trip.”

Kat_marie Japan
“The owner and her team is very very frinedly. I am also a hostel staff and I learned a lot from them.”

Chia-lung Taiwan
“I really love this guesthouse and hope I'll be able to go there again in the future. ”

Simon Germany
“Friendly staff, they were very welcoming and helpful! Cosy house with a warm atmosphere. Futon beds on tatami floor were extremely comfortable and warm! I could find all what I needed in the kitchen.”

Travel'er France
“I want to first say that in 3 months of travelling in Japan, this has been one of the most integrated and exciting adventures I’ve had. ”

Laurence United Kingdom
“Marina san and all the staff were very helpful in providing attractions during my stay. The hostel is located in a traditional Japanese house and has a unique atmosphere. ”

Bożena Poland
“Very homely guesthouse with very welcoming hostess. We had a very comfortable room and got fantastic advice about the local food specialty -Soba noodles. ”

Emily Australia
“Excellent and Friendly staff who went out of their way to make our stay comfortable”

Conor Australia

Guest House Kura offers affordable dormitory-style accommodations in a building that was formerly a traditional Kura warehouse for storing silk. Guests can enjoy looking out into the traditional garden and free parking is available on-site. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire property and Suzaka Train Station is a 15-minute walk away.

Guests sleep on tatami (woven-straw) floors in Japanese futon bedding, in a shared room with other guests or in a private room. The female dormitory rooms have garden views. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.

Kura Guest House is a 30-minute drive from Yonago Falls, and a 25-minute drive from both Zenko-ji Temple and JR Nagano Train Station. Sugadaira Kogen Ski Resort is a 40-minute drive away and Snow Monkey Park is a 45-minute train ride away.

No meals are served.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Suzaka! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Suzaka! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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The real traditional Japanese house! Good access to Nagano City, Zenkoji temple, Obuse, and Snow monkey park! Please enjoy your trip in Nagano!

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Closest Landmarks

Nagano Olympic Memorial Arena M-Wave
4.2 miles
Kitano Museum of Art
4.2 miles
Joyama Zoo
6.7 miles
Nagano Big Hat
6.7 miles
Nagano Prefectural Shinano Art Museum Higashiyama Kaii Gallery
6.8 miles
Mizuno Museum
6.9 miles
Midori Nagano
7 miles
Nagano Station
7 miles
Patio Daimon
7 miles
Zenkoji Temple
7 miles

Natural Beauty

米子大瀑布 Mountain
11.2 miles

Closest Airports

Matsumoto Airport
40 miles

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“Marina san and all the staff were very helpful in providing attractions during my stay. The hostel is located in a traditional Japanese house and has a unique a...”

Bożena

Poland

“The experience was great! Staying in a 130 year old raditional home with antique furniture was wonderful and the house was beautiful. The hosts were friendly an...”

Pilar

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“The experience was great! Staying in a 130 year old raditional home with antique furniture was wonderful and the house was beautiful. The hosts were friendly and extremely helpful and generous. The guest house is a short distance from Suzaka station, convenient stores and restaurants. Ask the hosts for their recommendations for traditional foods and sights around the area. You can also rent bikes at a low cost and take a 30 minute ride through orchards to the next town Obuse, which is famous for apples and chestnuts. Near by is yudanaka, a thousand year old town famous for their hot springs trail and mountains! This a very authentic experience and I was glad to meet locals and other international travelers.”

“I really love this guesthouse and hope I'll be able to go there again in the future. The guesthouse itself is a lovely house built in the traditional Japanese style, which lets you experience the Japanese way of life first hand. The staff was extremely helpful, nice and welcoming. They would help me organize my travel, book bus rides, give me detailed information about the nearby attractions and restaurants and would even sit down with me every evening to teach me Japanese calligraphy. Especially the time in the evening I spent with the staff and other guests in the living room was always a blast and really made you feel like your part of the Kura family. If I ever got the opportunity to stay there again, I wouldn't hesitate and seize it!”

Simon

Germany

“Friendly staff, they were very welcoming and helpful! Cosy house with a warm atmosphere. Futon beds on tatami floor were extremely comfortable and warm! I could find all what I needed in the kitchen.”

Travel'er

France

“I want to first say that in 3 months of travelling in Japan, this has been one of the most integrated and exciting adventures I’ve had. Marina-san invited us to go bamboo picking (which we used to make miso soup and Marina even rustled up some pizzas from them..) with her local friends, we went to various onsen in the area, and I was even lucky to be able to borrow her car to go places nearby easily (I was carrying an international drivers permit which was necessary for this). I felt like more of a friend than a customer really. Thank you thank you and I hope you have me back! Also for those looking to get off the path a bit then this is surely a way to get your own unique experience out of Nagano and meet the locals!”

Laurence

United Kingdom

“Marina san and all the staff were very helpful in providing attractions during my stay. The hostel is located in a traditional Japanese house and has a unique atmosphere. There is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in it.”

“Very homely guesthouse with very welcoming hostess. We had a very comfortable room and got fantastic advice about the local food specialty -Soba noodles. One of the nicest places we’ve stayed in Japan! ”

Emily

Australia

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Reviewed: February 25, 2019

Pilar
United States of America
10

“A rare and delightful stay in a traditional Japanese home, perfect for adventurers!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The experience was great! Staying in a 130 year old raditional home with antique furniture was wonderful and the house was beautiful. The hosts were friendly and extremely helpful and generous. The guest house is a short distance from Suzaka station, convenient stores and restaurants. Ask the hosts for their recommendations for traditional foods and sights around the area. You can also rent bikes at a low cost and take a 30 minute ride through orchards to the next town Obuse, which is famous for apples and chestnuts. Near by is yudanaka, a thousand year old town famous for their hot springs trail and mountains! This a very authentic experience and I was glad to meet locals and other international travelers.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 8, 2019

Chia-lung
Taiwan

4 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
The owner and her team is very very frinedly. I am also a hostel staff and I learned a lot from them.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: December 25, 2018

Anonymous
Australia
9.2

“A truly unique experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
One of the best experiences I've had travelling anywhere. Although not the best facilities and a bit of a ways from the big cities, the house has an undeniable charm that is bolstered by the amazingly kind people you'll meet here. This place seems to be pretty popular in the area as locals drop in all the time and plenty of repeat visitors. Although the staff speak English, this is also a great place to practice your Japanese. Would absolutely love to come back someday

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 6, 2018

Simon
Germany
9.6

“You feel welcome, like being part of a family.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
From the station you have to walk for about 12 minutes. Other than that, there was absolutely nothing I didn't like about this guesthouse.
I really love this guesthouse and hope I'll be able to go there again in the future. The guesthouse itself is a lovely house built in the traditional Japanese style, which lets you experience the Japanese way of life first hand. The staff was extremely helpful, nice and welcoming. They would help me organize my travel, book bus rides, give me detailed information about the nearby attractions and restaurants and would even sit down with me every evening to teach me Japanese calligraphy. Especially the time in the evening I spent with the staff and other guests in the living room was always a blast and really made you feel like your part of the Kura family. If I ever got the opportunity to stay there again, I wouldn't hesitate and seize it!

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: October 28, 2018

travel'er
France

3 helpful votes
7.5

“Warm atmosphere and cozy futons ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The dormitory was crowded with just few space left after the futons were rolled out. It was noisy in the living room late in the evening, so I struggled to fall asleep.
Friendly staff, they were very welcoming and helpful! Cosy house with a warm atmosphere. Futon beds on tatami floor were extremely comfortable and warm! I could find all what I needed in the kitchen.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: June 6, 2018

Laurence
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

“A true highlight I’ll never forget!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
If you have lots of suitcases you may want to get a cab from the station but its possible without!
I want to first say that in 3 months of travelling in Japan, this has been one of the most integrated and exciting adventures I’ve had. Marina-san invited us to go bamboo picking (which we used to make miso soup and Marina even rustled up some pizzas from them..) with her local friends, we went to various onsen in the area, and I was even lucky to be able to borrow her car to go places nearby easily (I was carrying an international drivers permit which was necessary for this). I felt like more of a friend than a customer really. Thank you thank you and I hope you have me back! Also for those looking to get off the path a bit then this is surely a way to get your own unique experience out of Nagano and meet the locals!

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: May 13, 2018

Massimo
Switzerland

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Amazing stuff! Very helpful, they went the extra mile to make sure we were having a great time!

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: May 4, 2018

Bożena
Poland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Marina san and all the staff were very helpful in providing attractions during my stay. The hostel is located in a traditional Japanese house and has a unique atmosphere. There is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in it.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: February 14, 2018

Kat_marie
Japan
8.3

“I’ve meet some of the best people in this guesthouse.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The people are very welcoming and would gladly help you plan your trip.

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: December 11, 2017

Emily
Australia
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very homely guesthouse with very welcoming hostess. We had a very comfortable room and got fantastic advice about the local food specialty -Soba noodles. One of the nicest places we’ve stayed in Japan!

Stayed in December 2017
Reviewed: November 28, 2017

Conor
Australia
10

“Fantastic”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Excellent and Friendly staff who went out of their way to make our stay comfortable

Stayed in November 2017
Reviewed: September 23, 2017

Anonymous
Switzerland
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
If you don't like Asia breakfast you should book without.
There is a private Onsen in the hotel with a view directly on the lake. Aweome.

Stayed in September 2017
Reviewed: July 21, 2017

Andrés Amador Oliveros
Mexico
Age group: 18 – 24

1 helpful vote
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathroom was a little dirty
The staff was really nice and helpful

Stayed in July 2017
Reviewed: May 4, 2017

Dianne
Australia
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
Host was very friendly and went out of her way to may us enjoy Suzaka We were given easy directions from train station to reach guesthouse There were places to eat nearby The room was quiet

Stayed in April 2017

Sleeps	Room Type
	Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room 1 futon bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Price includes 1 set of Japanese-style futon beds on a tatami (woven-straw) floor, in a room shared with multiple guests. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. This room can accommodate up to 4 guests. Room Facilities: • Shower • Hairdryer • Radio • Shared bathroom • Fan • Toilet • Slippers • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Bidet • Garden view • Electric blankets • Coffee machine • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Futon in Japanese-Style Male Dormitory Room 1 futon bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Price includes 1 set of Japanese-style futon beds on a tatami (woven-straw) floor, in a room shared with multiple guests. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. This room can accommodate up to 5 guests. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • Fax • Hairdryer • Radio • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Heating • Shared toilet • Slippers • Kitchen • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Stovetop • Toaster • Barbecue • Bidet • Garden view • Laptop • Electric blankets • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 futon beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Private room with a tatami (woven-straw) floor and traditional futon beds. Bathrooms and toilets are shared. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • Fax • Hairdryer • Radio • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Heating • Shared toilet • Slippers • Kitchen • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Stovetop • Toaster • Barbecue • Bidet • Garden view • Laptop • Electric blankets • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 3 futon beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This triple room has a microwave, barbecue and electric kettle. Room Facilities: • Shower • Safe • Fax • Hairdryer • Suit press • Radio • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Heating • Shared toilet • Slippers • Kitchen • Sofa • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Stovetop • Toaster • Barbecue • Bidet • Garden view • Laptop • Electric blankets • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Toilet paper • Board games/puzzles Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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