A truly amazing place, which could easily be called an inn or B&B because the word hostel does not suffice. They provide a high level of service (for example the pick-up service and delicious pre-ordered food) and the view from the terrace is gorgeous at sunset. The hosts are very friendly and Erika was very helpful and kind (also with giving us a sake tasting). You simply must try their homemade plum wine! ❤️ … We will never forget our stay with you 🤗

Stayed in May 2024

We had an amazing stay at the hostel yui-an. It was a stop for one night in our hike and we enjoyed it a lot. The dinner was delicious and we had a great local sake tasting. The staff was really friendly and made our stay so great!

Stayed in April 2024

The pillows were quite hard, but that is about the only complaint. I’m sure they have softer ones if you ask, but we only spent the one night

The breakfast was small but nice. It was mostly the view that made it. The staff was incredibly kind and attentive. The house itself is beautifully designed, with more books than you could hope to read during your stay. We ordered the sake tasting tray, which cost 500 yen for 5 different local sakes. I would highly recommend this if you go :)

Stayed in May 2024

We love the location up in the hills it was so private and quiet it was just what we needed

Stayed in May 2024

Loved everything about our stay.

We absolutely loved this very special place. The owners live on the property, a beautifully restored old farmhouse with unique and creative details wherever you happen to look. Our family room was very spacious and comfortable for us and our two teenagers, with Japanese style beds and pretty views of surrounding mountains . After hiking from Magome to Tsumago and taking the short bus ride to Nagiso we were picked up and driven to the house. Staff were very welcoming , dinner was delicious and we did a sake tasting and tried some home made plum wine too. The next morning we were able to do short walk in the area, had a lovely breakfast of home made yoghurt, fruits and cheese toasts and were driven back to Nagiso station. Wish we could have stayed a little longer to really enjoy the character of this place and explore the area more ! So glad we chose to stay here !!

Stayed in April 2024

I loved the food and would love to be possible to order more

Everything was fabulous

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Great hosts (we talked with one of the hosts while we eating, about japanese culture and she asked us a lot of questions aswell) Breakfast was nice, basic but everything you need. Diner was great (had pork curry) Atmosphere was amazing, by far the most beautiful hostel we have been in, located in the hills with a few on the forests and hills on the Nakasendo trail. Did a local sake tasting of 5 different flavours for only 500¥ and she also explained a few things about sake. All and all amazing experience.

Stayed in April 2024

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Unique building, Lovely surroundings, staff very friendly and helpful.

Stayed in April 2024

We had such a beautiful stay! The staff are so lovely and the house is beautiful. We had a lovely meal there too. Would love to go back!

Stayed in March 2024

Low ceilings.

Very beautiful and chill place to stay. The staff were friendly and welcoming.. Hiro-san also provides free shuttle to n fro Nagiso station. Saw alot of cherry/plum trees along the way.

Stayed in April 2024

There were a lot of stink bugs at that time. They liked to fly in to the room due to the lights. But one we got rid of them before we went to bed it was fine

We were greeted by two ladies who worked in the hostel that were very friendly and showed us around the hostel and to our room. They have a lovely old wooden bath/tub you can hire to bathe and soak in which was so nice after walking from Magome. Also highly recommend trying the sake flight!

Stayed in March 2024

Hostel Yui An is unequivocally one of the best places our family has ever stayed!! The attention to detail in the restoration of this traditional farmhouse is absolutely remarkable. Our bedroom had the most spectacular views across the rice fields and down into the valley of Nagiso. Dinner and breakfast were delicious and the shuttles to and from the train station made days hiking the Nakasendo Way efficient and convenient. THANKYOU Rey and Hiro for hosting us...it was the kids' favourite accommodation in all of Japan :)

Stayed in April 2024

Completely blew my mind. Lovely staff. Great old, comfortable building with an amazing atmosphere.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing, it was the best accommodation during our whole trip!

We had the most wonderful stay with Rie and her family! Her and her partner had done an amazing job renovating an old farmhouse. We stayed two nights, but I wish we could've stayed longer! On both nights we had the dinner they offer, which was super delicious, would highly recommend doing that - and their homemade plum wine is a must too!

Stayed in March 2024

This rly is just a minor feedback, it would be great to have more options for food - breakfast (toast and yoghurt) and dinner menu was a little limited (all curries). Overall still worth the stay tho!

Lovely decor and design. I felt like I was in my dream home. Also, there only 3 rooms and people tend to have dinner communally so it’s really cosy

Stayed in April 2024

Hostel Yui-An is the kind of place I've only dreamt of. A cosy traditional farmhouse in the mountains. A rocking chair by the log burner, a basket of blankets, ambient music playing quietly in the background, a library to choose a book from, and a selection of drinks for a night cap. All whilst soaking in the traditional architecture and the snow covered mountains - perfection. The rooms were traditional, simple, and comfortable. We particularly enjoyed trying the traditional coal box bed warmers. The food was delicious and the hosts delightful. We took the shuttle bus to Nagiso and walked from Nagiso to Tsumago to Magome and back and looked forward to arriving back at this charming hostel. I couldn't recommend more highly.

Stayed in March 2024

These are only minor things: Breakfast was a bit basic, but it was fine. It would have been nice if the shuttle pickup from Nagiso had been closer to the Tsumago bus drop off time since we were waiting for awhile.

The hostel is beautifully designed and in a gorgeous setting. It’s a great place to relax and cozy up with a good book. There were only two other people staying when we were there so it didn’t feel like a hostel. Definitely recommend getting the dinner - it was very good and there aren’t any other nearby options. Sake tasting was fun! Like all the places I’ve stayed at in Japan, it was extremely clean.

Stayed in March 2024

Beautiful location; old renovated farm. Lovely people and very helpful. The food was nice. I definitely recommend it!

Stayed in March 2024

A truly special place to stay.

Stayed in March 2024

A tranquil oasis out of town. Beautiful and interesting construction and decor. Food and staff were delightful and the hostel atmosphere promotes connection.

Stayed in March 2024

Japanese style house. Children friendly. Great staff. Home made plum wine and sake tasting were great.

Stayed in March 2024

Best stay for nakasendo hike, very friendly hosts who gave us a hint for the alternative nakasendo trail that lead us through a marvellous bamboo forest

Stayed in February 2024

We visited during the winter, so it was quiet cold inside the rooms when we went to bed. There are plenty of heaters provided as well as these cozy coal blocks that keep your body warm at night in bed, but our heads got cold since you have to turn off the heaters before going to sleep (which is fine and makes sense).

Loved staying here! The staff were so kind and warm. We were running late and would get to the nearby train station later than planned-- they were so accommodating and picked us up at the new arrival time. The farmhouse is located in the peaceful mountains. Definitely a nice retreat away from the city and an excellent home base if you are visiting the old post towns. It's such a cute farmhouse!

Stayed in January 2024

Hard to find fault here

Beautiful people and place.

Stayed in February 2024