Nice hostel--almost empty in late June when I visited. I got a 6-bed dorm all to myself in a lovely natural setting. A quick walk from the nearest Kintetsu railway station.

The couple running the hostel were welcoming and very helpful, with maps of the surrounding area and tips on what to see.

The hostel had a wonderful Japanese bath!

This hostel has 80 beds and a restaurant set up for large groups visiting. The restaurant was closed when I visited but there were basic facilities for cooking. more