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Reviews of Dyeing and Hostel Nakashimaya - Female Only This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

860-0004 Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Chuo Shinmachi 2-11-6, Japan

#2 of 20 B&Bs and inns in Kumamoto

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 73 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    It was a so comfortable place. I’d like to stay here again If I come to Kumamoto.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2025

    10
    Recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely hostel. Warm welcome. Beautiful property. Good facilities. As an introvert who uses hostels purely for cost reasons, I found this a good one! About a 20 minute walk from the station.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful decor, friendly and very helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2025

    10
    Super comfortable and amazing value for money in the center of Kumamoto
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This hostel is for women only and is super well located, a few cafes and kissaten around and only a 10-15mn walk to the main touristic places (Kumamoto castle etc.). It was super clean, 2 shower rooms and 2 toilets, the futons were thick and super comfortable, and the lady running it was so nice. She also speaks English. Towels can be bought there for ¥200-500 depending on the size as well as toothbrushes. Also provides shampoo and body wash. The room was well heated and we had a great sleep. 100% recommend. We didn’t use it but there’s also a kitchen and a coffee corner.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A very quiet and charming hotel, the rooms were very comfortable and warm. All the facilities are super clean and the owner was very welcoming and helpful about things to do and see in Kumamoto despite my inability to speak Japanese ! I definitely recommend, especially if you're a solo female traveler.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Lovingly furnished hostel with great attention to detail. The rooms are small but the beds are so comfortable! Well connected to explore the city. Really a great hostel

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 15, 2024

    10
    Best Hostel I've Ever Stayed At
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is hands down the best hostel I've ever stayed in. Genuinely, I would pick this hostel over a 5-star hotel any day. The room is large, comfy and well-equipped with a small table, tissues, travel guides etc. I LOVED the Kumamon dotted around the hotel, especially the Kumamon key chain and the Kumamon that will sit in the receptionist seat. Everything is so clean and tidy! The decorations of the hostel blew my mind, I genuinely had never seen such exquisite interior designs. The hostel even had a huge powder room, perfect for us ladies, and a huge common area with so much manga, a massage chair, games and even PCs! I would return to Kumamoto just to stay at this hostel again.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2024

    10
    Magical place you won't want to leave
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing I didn't like is that I couldn't stay longer

    I enjoyed yhe enormous amount of detail that went into every knook and crannie. Everywhere you looked.There was something new to see even if you have been in the room multiple times. it was a magical wonderland and a place you won't want to leave even the roof top is nicely done when I have a home.I hope it looks like this someday. And the staff is just as magical and kind as a new fairy tale.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Upstairs sink didn't have hand soap so you would have to either go downstairs to wash your hands or use the downstairs toilet.

    The owner was very friendly and helpful. She gave a tour of the property and told me about events in the areas which I appreciated. It was very nice, cozy, and well decorated. I especially like the common room which had manga and movies. It also seemed like there were shared PC that could be used. There was also a cool rooftop area, but I didn't use it for too long since it was cold. I booked a shared room with a futon and it was spacious. It was fairly close to Kumamoto Castle and only 2mins walk away from one of the tram stations as well.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2024

    10
    Will be back for long stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    That I had to leave. Also, please also look elsewhere to book this accommodation bc Booking is more expensive but they deny that. So much for price matching??

    This place is literally like a museum with beautiful, maybe even rare collections of the owner Miki-san. The dorm room is spacious. The entire space is very clean and well-maintained, beautifully decorated with lighting and trinkets. For me, the major plus is a wall full of manga and past issues of Shonen JUMP ... I can spend months here!!!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 20, 2024

    9.0
    Probably the nicest hostel decor ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    Nice interior decor - very zen. The hostess was nice & helpful. Everything you need for your stay is here - kitchen, games, balcony, comfy room, washing machine. There is 24 hour supermarket nearby although a bit expensive

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2024

    10
    I wish I could stay more nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None.

    Everything.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host was really nice. It was very beautiful inside, and you can see Kumamoto Castle from the rooftop. It has a kitchen, laundry room, shower room, powder room, and you can buy towels or toothbrushes if you need them. I recommend you if you want to stay somewhere special in Kumamoto. You have to take the subway or bus from Kumamoto Station, but it's in between major tourist attractions and Kumamoto Station, so it's good for traveling. If you have luggage, I recommend a backpack rather than a carrier.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2024

    9.0
    Comfortable short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's a good hostel for solo female travellers. It's clean and comfortable and I felt super safe for a 2 days stay. You share a room with 3 other persons but there is also a nice living room, kitchen and rooftop. The location is close to tourist attractions and Kumamoto station. The cleanliness of the whole hostel was a real plus! Note that there is no free shower gel or towels provided - either bring your own or pay a small fee to receive some!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Futon in Japanese-Style Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great hostel in a central location. I stayed in the dorm and in a private room. I loved it, it is very clean and the tenant is super nice. Very cosy and beautifully decorated. Would definitely recommend to stay here.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No towel and bath products provided (but you can purchase from the hotel).

    Everything is great! I enjoy my time living there. The host is very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2024

    10
    Great Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing hostel! Recommend for all solo travelers, very comfortable room and gorgeous interiors! There is also a great common area with massage chair!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2024

    10
    very clean place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    the location is very good.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2024

    10
    Definitely recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Owner is very friendly and the place is very clean and super well-decorated! I enjoyed the time here.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night

    My best hostel experience ever! The whole atmosphere of this place is superb, the hospitality is excellent! I even got a free room upgrade. There's a nice relax area with TV, PCs, mangas, you can use all of these without charge or you can chill on the top floor with beautiful view to the Kumamoto castle. You can buy bodysoap, shanpoo, toothbrush, towels etc if needed (100-200yen). The Kumamoto castle is about 15 mins walk, and you can easily get on any public transport. I happily recoommend this place to any female solo or group travellers as it really adds another layer to your stay.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of the best hostels I have ever stayed in. Beautiful design and facilities.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very detailed design and cozy atmosphere. It made me feel right at home!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    10
    Gorgeous Kumamoto hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Female-Only Single Room with Shared Shower and Toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The walls are a bit thin, so it took a little while to fall asleep. The other guests were very courteous and quiet though so it was fine.

    I was using the SunQ bus pass, and this hostel was about a 7 min walk from the bus terminal. I arrived before check-in and was able to drop off my luggage so I could sightsee. The staff are incredibly kind and helpful. The hostel is beautifully decorated and very clean. The goldfish in the entryway are stunning. I had a private room with plenty of space for my luggage and futon. The room has an AC/ heater unit and a small table, too. There are bathrooms downstairs and upstairs, and the shower is spacious and clean. I used the upstairs lounge room to relax and chat with another hostel guest. There are A LOT of manga there, but I didn't have a chance to read any. I briefly went to the roof in the rain to see the castle lit up. I didn't have a chance to do laundry or use the kitchen, but everything was neat and easily accessible. I had to leave very early the next morning, and self checkout was easy. I felt at home and very safe staying here, and I can't wait to visit again. The pictures are of the goldfish in the entrance and some sakura on the walk to the bus station.

    Stayed in April 2024

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