All good.

Staff international and welcoming

Stayed in March 2024

We found the hostel very easily on foot after getting off the highway bus from Kobe at Ritsurin Koen. To travel locally while staying there, we used two local train lines, both stations being a short walk from the hostel. The hostel is basic but clean and comfortable. Our twin room was huge with separate toilet and wet room. We had Ryo’s (host) 2000 yen dinner on our first night. Delicious and filling and a sociable way to spend the evening with other guests. Had a guitar, piano, singing jam after dinner and Ryo also played the shamisen for us. 🙂 Oh, the hostel is literally at the North gate of the very beautiful Ritsurin Koen which is the reason I chose this location. It is also 6 minutes by train to the JR Takamatsu station, an easy station to navigate. The hostel has stairs up to the rooms however there is a little luggage lift to save carting heavy bags up.

Stayed in May 2024

The staff was very helpful and friendly. The location is perfect for visiting Ritsurin garden.

Stayed in May 2024

Just the room needs more ventilation at night.

The chef is amazing, so far the best plate that I tried around. Everyone where super kind and nice to connect with, I really enjoyed my short stay.

Stayed in May 2024

I wish they had some bigger slippers available. The bathroom layout takes some time to get used to, but while I was there, I saw constant improvements of adding signage, etc. The location is not very central or super close to public transportation, but it is right next to the beautiful Ritsurin Garden.

A new hostel, that is very cozy and social, with tons of common spaces to eat, work, talk, hang out. The on-site chef prepares breakfast every morning and you can pay extra for a very nice dinner. The staff are really cool, and I enjoyed hanging out every night practicing my terrible Japanese. The big dorm is very spacious.

Stayed in April 2024

There is no IPA local craft beer fridge yet 😄

Dedicated and friendly staff Quality fresh air from the forest of the mountain all over the ppace Quality breakfasts Quiet location Ritsurin parc and Inariyama Elevator for bags Many flyers for local tourism Many advises from staff Possible to rent a foldable bike Huge coworking space with electric sockets everywhere 2 fridges to store perosnal food Roof top terrasse

Stayed in April 2024

The staff were very friendly and made my stay enjoyable. I loved the breakfast.

Stayed in March 2024

I found the indoor slippers that were provided to be very slippery which was tricky when walking up and down the stairs

The staff were so friendly and nice, we made loads of friends here due to the relaxed atmosphere. The free breakfast was delicious and we had dinner there twice too and it was so tasty. Would highly recommend

Stayed in April 2024

We loved everything.

The location, the friendly staff, the kind owner, the breakfast, the dinners.

Stayed in April 2024

-

Amazing for the price! The location was not far from the shopping street, with around a 10 min walk. As a female solo traveller, I was worried about the hostel being located on a quiet street, but I ended up feeling safe in the area. The facilities are very clean and comfortable, and the staff (both the host and chef) are attentive and friendly. The chef played the guitar and sang for the guests other night which was lovely! :)) For those who are very noise sensitive, there is a short rumbling sound when the train goes past, but it was only 1-3 secs so it was no problem.

Stayed in April 2024

Great stay at JAQ homestay. We spent only one night but it was great, dormitory was like it was describe, clean commons parts, and mostly a friendly staff (who speak english). We arrived for the italian cooking party and spent a great night meeting people and talking with the Chief, who managed to make everyone feel welcome !

Stayed in March 2024

- 2 shower room cabin floor in the shower room for men needs a little fix to drain the water faster - I want an IPA craft beer fridge in the main hall 😂

- amazing staff : English speakers, super welcoming, friendly and provide many good advises to enjoy the region - gigantic living space with electric plugs everywhere - roof top terrasse - amazing worldwide veteran traveler vibe - fridge space to store a bit of food - a chef cook makes amazing dinners and very healthy breakfast. Quantity and quality is there. Furthermore, the chef likes to play music by singing and playing guitare to animate evenings - suitcase elevator - in front of the Ritsurin garden - close by the sky loop line station - at the foot step of a big hills covered by forests - very fresh air around : all rooms have their own window an are also equipped with performant AC - Yamaha keyboard available in the living room for music lovers - sliding doors, wooden floors, tatamis : they have different styles of rooms

Stayed in April 2024

Need more toilets. More clothes hooks to hang clothing in the cubicles will be helpful

Clean. Host was friendly and speaks good English.

Stayed in April 2024

Great location right next to a beautifully Japanese garden. Food offered at hostel was fabulous

Stayed in April 2024

Large comfortable beds, super friendly staff and service, social atmosphere

Stayed in April 2024

nothing

This is a great hotel! And there’s a cool chef! Through him, I had super delicious scrambled eggs! ! ! Dinner is also a surprise and must not be missed! ! ! And every member is great! Will come again next time! ! !

Stayed in April 2024

We liked everything

We loved everything! The staff, the breakfast, the food, the location. Honestly do yourselves a favour and have dinner at the hostel. The chef is wonderful and really makes an effort. One of us is coeliac and he made gluten free (not so easy in Japan).

Stayed in April 2024

A very warm and welcoming stay. Felt very much at home. The people are super helpful and have the best recommendations. The rooms are clean. They have their own chef and the food is wonderful.

Stayed in March 2024

Good location (right in town), easy to find and plenty of amenities around. The staff are very friendly as well.

Stayed in March 2024

Takamatsu isn’t exactly a hot spot destination

Really comfy beds, super spacious dorms, lovely stay, awesome chef

Stayed in March 2024

Well it was not really the hostel but drunk people were arriving at 4 am and were very noisy..

Very cozy and clean hostel

Stayed in May 2024

The room that I have looked a bit run down though it is a female dormitory, I was given the whole room to myself which was fantastic. But the aircon looks very old and the windows cannot be opened. Also the nearby train passing by could be heard quite loudly.

Nice shower room that looks like just renovated. Pola shampoo, conditioner and body soap which are great products.

Stayed in May 2024

There are no comments available for this review

Stayed in May 2024

There are no comments available for this review

Stayed in April 2024