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Plussat: The owner pays a great attention to detail, there are various amenities in the room provided to make your stay more comfortable such as black out curtains to providing free binoculars, telescope directed at the nearby birdfeeder so you can watch the local birds come and go at the bird feeder etc. The food was also very delicious and filling. The night was unfortunately cloudy and we did not get to see the stars that night but we hope to visit again in the winter and get the chance to see some stars. The owner was also very kind and provided us with advice on which route we could take on our journey to Obihiro the next day. I would not have thought to drive via Kushiro if not for him, and would have missed out on seeing 4 pairs of Japanese cranes! Thank you Ichiro san for your advice! He also kindly printed out various sightseeing stops along our journey AND also recommended some great eating places. We ended up having some zantare for lunch near Kushiro which was very yummy indeed. 10/10 would stay at Polaris again.

Plussat: Baba-San and his wife have made a special place. We regret we could not stay a second night. The tour of the night sky and the look at Jupiter and Saturn was an unexpected pleasure. We will recommend Polaris to friends with family in Hokkaido. The venison was also a very pleasant surprise. The planetarium in the room was just one of the many detailed touches that will bring us back to Polaris.

Miinukset: Can’t think of a thing.

Plussat: Very special place with unspoilt view from every room (only 3!). Owner has exceptional eye for detail, is a good source for information about many subjects, seems a little tense at times. House is stuffed with interesting items. Meals delicious mix of East and West.

Miinukset: Were a bit uneasy about breaking or damaging something in the house.

Plussat: It’s great to stay in Polaris! We saw the starry night just outside the house and watched sunrise from our room. Everything is so clean and cozy in the hotel. I wish I can have the chance to come back to Polaris next time maybe in summer. The owner is super nice and considerate. I will recommend Polaris to all of my friends as it’s fantastic experience.

Plussat: The host has done everything he could think of to make sure the guests will have a nice stay while being there. The house, the information provided,the food, the surroundings and the cats are all great.

Plussat: Isolated guest house,quiet if u like,clean,half board-western food, and good WiFi

Miinukset: Nothing to do after dinner,only WiFi

Plussat: The starlit sky. The sunrise view by the room windows. The knowledgeable and very hospitable owner. The adorable cats.

Miinukset: None.

Plussat: Can see the stars in the night and vey delicious foods.

Miinukset: No

Plussat: love place and lovely cats! The meals are great and room is super clean.

Plussat: Charming property in rural location. Spacious room. Breakfast was delicious and staff were lovely.

Plussat: Our room on the second floor was very big and spacious. We followed the instructions to make our own futon, which was fun. They had breakfast and dinner options available. The owner and her parents were very friendly and their dogs Raku and TenTen super adorable.

Plussat: Clean! Great American breakfast with homemade bread and jam by the host. You can also buy the jam back. We also had jingisukan dinner there and it was great! Host is more than happy to help you with your needs.

Miinukset: Wish there was a proper place to hang out our clothes to dry after using the washing machine. Host has hangers for you to use but luckily we brought our own clothes string to tie across the room.

Plussat: Breakfast was hearty and delicious, I loved the in house fruit jams. Location is quite easy to miss, you have to slow down when you are approaching Yado Hanafurari. Loved the view from the viewdeck, if you are up early and lucky enough you may spot some deers grazing in ther field

Plussat: Location was good

Miinukset: Poor air ventilation, room was very stuff despite window was open and air circulation was turned on. Room was very warm despite it being in October due to poor air circulation

Plussat: Very quiet. I enjoyed view of the mountains, walking in the property. I did not expect to get a large bath to share with other guests. So, it was a nice surprise. I also enjoyed home-cooked foods.

Plussat: Onsen facilities were nice. Different baths at 39/40/42 degrees. Food is good Eco museum nearby very interesting.

Miinukset: Old building and old furniture. Smell of smoke in corridors and stuffy in the room. Restaurant decoration takes you back in the 60s. Plastic tablecloth and cups at breakfast time. Same song played for the entire dinner (more then one hour) Not worth the price. Internet only in the reception area but it didn’t work.

Plussat: Spacious room, friendly staff. Pretty good location too, across the road from the info centre and foot bath. It’s a quiet town but there are a handful of nice restaurants very close by, and a seicomart about a 10- 15 mins walk away.

Plussat: It was close to hiking activities and vistas. The breakfast fare, especially the Japanese style, was tasty and fresh. Coin laundry was available.

Miinukset: Despite the helpful staff, the hotel is a bit worn. It is in need of an update and hotel wide WiFi.

Plussat: - Traditional Japanese hotel experience with Japanese hospitality and service standards on its best - Great location in the center of Kawayu, near restaurants and convenience store, which makes the no-meal plan a good choice for those on a budget. Kusharo lake and Mount Io just a few minutes driving away - Large and free parking lot - Excellent onsen with different baths and temperatures according to your taste

Miinukset: Just small things: - The coffee machine in the lobby is not free and doesn’t operate early in the morning. No hot drinks in the vending machines either - Wifi only in the lobby (usual for traditional Japanese hotels)

Plussat: Very nice onsen hotel, the bath was great and the room was spacious and clean. Location is quite convenient really close to a bus station for kawayu onsen station and the eco museum, trailhead for iozan is also nearby.

Miinukset: The wifi was basically nonexistent

Plussat: Comfortable chairs in the room, several indoor and outdoor onsen with temperatures noted, amusing original cartoon in the hall warning of the fire danger of smoking in the onsen. The futons were thicker foam pads for better sleep. Both dinner and breakfast had wide choices - Chinese & western as well as Japanese.

Miinukset: The music at breakfast and dinner was the same, a seeming very short tape loop, which grew irritating.

Plussat: the accommodation was superb, the hot baths were envigorating, the food was exquisite and so very Japanese, the staff were so helpful. the little restaurant opposite was also lovely

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: It's a good choice to stay the night when visiting Lake Mashu. There's a bus that stops right in front of the hostel from JR Mashu and also from the 1st observatory of Lake Mashu. The staff of the hostel are great, especially the manager Dai. He became the interpreter between me and a couple of other Japanese guests and helped me hitch a ride with one of them to Lake Akan. ありがとうございます!

Miinukset: There are no stores in the vicinity of the hostel, so come prepared with food. You can use the kitchen. The closest convenience store is a short drive away, or about 30 mins walk.

Plussat: Located super near Lake Mashu (15min drive). Great got fuss free travelers looking for an affordable accommodation. Host is super friendly and a great guy to spend time chatting with. Free parking for cars!

Miinukset: Japanese bathhouse style bathroom (akin to Japanese onsen) might not be everyone’s preferred type of bathing facility.

Plussat: They have their own onsen!!! It counts!

Miinukset: A little too pricey for what it was

Plussat: The friendliness of Dai the manager, the old stile kitchen and the location next to Mashu lake.

Miinukset: The public showers and toilets are insufficient, located on different floors and the toilets smelled .

Plussat: Located close near Akan Mashu national park. Large communal area.

Miinukset: Toilets were stinky. Bathroom was communal, just FYI.

Plussat: Cheap, free parking.

Miinukset: Hard matrass, weird smell in the room. Shared bathroom no separate stalls. No kitchen for cooking.

Plussat: Great location, clean, the room was really big.

Miinukset: The bathing facilities and beds were traditional Japanese, bath house and futon bed, but we expected this based on other reviews. The toilets were somewhat put toilets so there is a smell but otherwise clean.

Plussat: Nothing

Miinukset: Old look Used and not new at all Not a nice place And 2 times more expensive than all our other bookings across Hokaido I expected something special for that price Better not go there

Plussat: Location is near 3 outdoor onsens.

Miinukset: Room is very small

Plussat: Thank you Kussharo Genya Youth Guesthouse for your hospitality. Hosts are wonderful, very helpful. It is a very peaceful place to stay. The food is outstanding, venison is excellent. Chef also makes a wonderful curry too. Trip to see sunrise is well worth it. Very good base for day trips. Great hiking in area. Very relaxing, casual atmosphere. I love that it's really right out in the country side Lots of birds and crickets songs.

Plussat: comfy bed and cosy bedroom, nice and warm during cold winter. Good bathroom facilities.

Miinukset: The building was not very noise proof.

Plussat: The meals were Japanese and I liked the breakfast

Miinukset: One of the male toilet cubicles is not in use, leaving just one cubicle and 2 urinals.

Plussat: Comfortable bed and room. constant hot water and a lounge to hang out at. Because the place is located at a side road (easy access by car), there was not much streetlights which made star gazing possible! good wifi. Wash basin available in room

Miinukset: open shower and in the room itself, the stairs to the second level where my bed was was quite steep.

Plussat: I dont like anymore Bookink !!!! You put a plac ,in the list of places l was looking for, which was not even close to the place Omachi, then icould not cansel it becaus of comuniction problems. I couldnot even find another place for the night and then you charge me for the all amount. After about 70 rooms i booked from you at this trip. I am waiting to hear from you about it !!!

Plussat: The location close to Akan national park

Miinukset: The mattress was very hard so I had back pain after one night of sleep. The walls are very thin so we could hear everything that the neighbours said but also when breakfast started in the morning in the common room one story below our room! Very noisy!! This place was too expensive for such bad quality

Plussat: The outdoor onsen is very pretty and we liked being able to bathe "together". Meals are pretty good.

Miinukset: The smell of smoke is pretty prevalent in the whole hotel, as there are smoking corners on both floors. The rooms are a little tired and bathrooms and the onsen are a little run down.

Plussat: The food is delicious

Miinukset: Smoking smell in room

Plussat: that it is cheap for a Japanese style ryokan.

Miinukset: Rather old and creepy. Onsen was a little old and small as well and that there’s no sink and toilet in the room. No air conditioning except heater which is not required for summer. Only electric fan was provided.

Plussat: The staff was very friendly and helpful despite not speaking a word of English. Food was excellent too

Miinukset: There is a curfew but apart from that everything is excellent

Plussat: Staff are all very nice though can’t speak English

Miinukset: Equipment of hotel are old

Plussat: - Nice view - Spacious room

Miinukset: - No meal was included, breakfast and dinner. We paid extra for the breakfast. A bit expensive for the choices. There are no restaurants around the hotel for dinner. - Furnitures in the room and decorations are a bit old.

Plussat: Location, the open feel of the lobby

Miinukset: The staffs couldn’t keep up cleaning for the demand while they were working hard.

Plussat: beautiful location, in the middle of nowhere

Miinukset: pretty steep pricing for BF and dinner, we drove out to town for meals

Plussat: Nice lake view. Quiet n clean. Room is big. Breakfast is good at this price.

Plussat: The staff were friendly. View from the room was fantastic.

Miinukset: A bit pricey.

Plussat: All high standard

Miinukset: BF bit expensive but good choice

Plussat: Location, rooms, onsen, food and atmosphere.

Miinukset: Poor internet, unstable.

Plussat: Good Onsen and good location

Miinukset: No

Plussat: Breakfast is good, but room needs to redecorate

Plussat: The staff are friendly and polite

Miinukset: The facility is abit old.

Plussat: The room was large, and fine. But dinner and breakfast were exceptional, authentic, and totally eclipsed any concern we had about the hotel. The location is outstanding, and the communal onsen was old-fashioned, but very enjoyable.

Miinukset: The hotel is tired and needs investment. It felt like a1970s Soviet hotel at first.

Plussat: It is a very fantastic traditional Onsen Hotel,the food there is very delicious, and the staffs are very kind and helpful,outdoor bath is good,strongly recommend

Miinukset: too quite

Plussat: Outdoors private onsen was fun, first ever. Included breakfast was excellent, Japanese many small dish style, coffee after very nice, tatami style beds comfortable

Miinukset: Entrance carpet to room clean but badly stained in spots. No food avail for evening meal, booking required for this and we were not made aware of this when booking

Plussat: Best place I have stayed in Japan. HUGE room. Japan style room for sleeping. Separate wester style room with couch. HUGE bath. 3 inside hot baths. One outside. One cold bath. Sauna!!!! Stay here! Also did large plate of dumplings. Room service. 1000 yen. All in

Miinukset: The carpets do have stains. Both in common areas and room.

Plussat: Great hotel for visiting the Akan/Mashu area without costing an arm and a leg. Room was also roomy and clean.

Miinukset: For some reason, the hotel is labelled as hotel mashu on the car's gps.

Plussat: Free use of bicycle to ride around.

Miinukset: The toilet has a musty smell.

Plussat: Room is a bit dated but very clean. It is close to Lake Mashu observation deck within 15 min especially when we needed to start early before 5am to see unkai above Lake Kussharo.

Miinukset: No elevator but there is only one flight up so it it is not too big deal if you don't have heavy luggage.

Plussat: Complimentary use of inhouse onsen. Fully equipped shared kitchen.

Miinukset: Hardly space to move around in triple room. Wifi not working.

Plussat: Owner of the hotel was very helpful. He offered to drive us to the bus stop & gave recommendation about how we could make use of our time. On the second day of the trip, we checked out and left our luggage in the hotel. We hoped to collect it in the afternoon after visiting Lake Masyu. He was so kind as to take our luggage to the station which saved us the trouble of returning to the hotel. Dinner was great. Very happy with our stay there.

Miinukset: A bit far away from the JR station.

Plussat: I love Japanese style accommodation and this one is a very nice one. It is an oldie, might need some repairs, but it is such a comfortable one! I had a 5 tatami room with a sitting area, a good futon, a fridge, a heater, lots of space for storage, a nice bathroom, good working WiFi, an onsen open 24 hrs a day and much more. Staff is friendly, service is good and the pickup from and to the station is very convenient. There is a lot to see in the Akan area, this hotel is a good base for exploring. And if you don't venture outside, there are many interesting items to see inside the building as well.

Plussat: Large and clean room topped up with a public bath. The breakfast and dinner were excellent. Everyone loved the dinner except my wife who didn't like raw seafood.

Miinukset: No complain

Plussat: Charming hotel with traditional beds. There is a public onsen available 24/7 at the hotel. Well located in the Akan national park. Staff helpful. Several nice restaurants very close.

Miinukset: The rooms are a bit humid and smelly.