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Dyeing and Hostel Nakashimaya

2-11-6 Shimachi, Kumamoto, Kumamoto Prefecture 860-0004, Japan
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4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
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apteryx055
Wellington, New Zealand
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22 reviews
17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011

Don’t be put off by the name; it’s about colouring fabric rather than death, and refers to a sideline craft business one of the proprietors runs. You can take part in classes if you’re interested. The hostel is a convenient few minutes’ walk from a tram stop, or a pleasant stroll from the castle and town centre. This new hostel... More

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cryptogram
Tokyo, Japan
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2011

It was 10:30 pm when we arrived. We were asked if we wanted a private room or dorm room. We answered that we wanted a private room. When we unpacked in the room we realized that we were in a dorm room. It seems that since nobody else was in the room, he charged us the "private room" rate. We... More

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lavershill
Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2010
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Arrived at the hostel by tram from the station, we could not find it at first so popped into one of the nearby shops and the assistant was more than happy to guide us in the right direction. Our first reaction was one of pleasant surprise, we thought the hostel looked more like a traditional minshuku. As soon as we... More

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huimei
Osaka
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2010
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I would say here is the cleanest place in dozens of backpackers I've stayed in Western and Eastern countries. Not only new but really well maintained. I guess even 10 yrs later, they will keep here clean and cozy as present. For travelers from overseas, this hostel will provide good exerience to stay in Japanese style accommodation. Don't be afraid... More

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07Boston
Boston, MA
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39 reviews
39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2010

This a new hostel (opened 3 months ago) that has a terrific owner. It is not in any guidebooks as it is too new but that is a great thing. I arrived earlier than expected but was welcomed with a big smile and lots of information about the area. I had booked a dorm but because it was rather quite... More

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Epicureanism
Hsinchu, Taiwan
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2011
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  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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kakikho
広島
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6 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2011
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  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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カオリ
London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2011
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  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ryusato
tokyo
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10 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2010
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    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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