I liked absolutely everything!!! Hosts are very welcoming, very kind and attentive. You have a whole Japanese style house for yourself. You can rent bicycles for a small fee. Close to the station and in a middle of residential area with beautiful Japanese houses and gardens. I saw some people complained in their comments about long introduction to the rules, but for us it was very nice too. After you learn what and how, you feel more relaxed and can fully enjoy. If I had such a house where many elements are made from wood, had tatami etc- I would also like to explain my guests how to use it. We also had breakfasts that were exquisite for a very fair price. Our hosts made us feel like at home and also made many recommendations what to visit around. I am grateful I could be welcomed in such a way and I am sorry I could not stay longer. This is definitely a place where you can stay for a longer period, visit Kyoto (30 mins by train), cycle around the lake and further, play tennis in a park nearby. All that for very nice price:)

nothing to dislike

Very clean, very well equipped, very comfortable

We arrived at 3pm, and the briefing conducted by the owner lasted till 4.40pm. (And that's with skipping the dishwasher and TV instructions during the briefing, as we said we will not use them). The owner will also let you know that he will access the premises to check on things when you are out sightseeing. If you can stomach all that, this is really a good and cheap place to stay.

This place is run by a very helpful Japanese couple. It's spacious, accommodating, clean, affordable and conveniently located for exploring southern lake Biwa. You can order breakfast to start your day, and they even included delicious homemade dessert on our last morning there. They also gave us great advice on the best places to visit.

There was only one issue with our stay. The check-in/orientation was more than an hour and a half. Guests should be informed ahead of time of this, so they can include it in their plans. But really, the orientation should be shortened.

thank you for shuiji couple. their breakfast is the best. they are so nice and patient. if i have chance i will travel to ostu and i will live there one more time. i can feel the Japanese culture. we are Cider and Aileen. see you next time.

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1. Paying lots of attention to guests’ safety. 2. Concerning every detail of guests’ demands. 3. Providing remarkable breakfasts with reasonable price.

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