Guest House Chara

The hosts were very friendly and welcoming - there was also a breakfast included (which I didn't remember getting). The house was full of history and souvenirs which I'm sure the hosts are more than happy to talk to you about. There is also "sake nights" where the hosts offered us a chance to try different sakes. There is only one shower in the facility, so there is a booking system to reserve your shower slot.

The family guest house was very welcoming and went overboard in catering to us. They offered to wait till late at the train station for picking us up and gave us valuable tips on different places to get easy taxi, lockers etc. They provided us a ride back to even the Hirosaki park. The house itself was very clean and we were offered breakfast and even Ramen for dinner.

Host was great, was waiting to pick us up and took us back to the station, also gave us a lift to the castle. My daughter thought that the Ramen for dinner was one of the best she had had. Great stay very welcoming. First time I have had the wheels on my suitcase cleened on arrival.

It was fantastic, definitely exceeded expectations, the staff are a lovely couple that have lived there for many years, they picked us up from the stations and dropped us off as well they were incredibly hospitable and caring. Although we stayed one night they really made an impression with their breakfast, dinner, and chara time 😍 highly, highly recommended. Plus it’s only a 30 mins walk from the castle as well!

Honestly nothing, everything was great!

Hosts were amazing.

I don't believe the listings do this wonderful place justice.

We spent three wonderful days in Hirosaki, a charming and authentic town that still feels untouched by mass tourism. It was refreshing to explore a place where the pace is slower and the culture feels so genuine. The absolute highlight of our stay was Guest House Chara, run by the kindest elderly couple, Fusao and Toshiko. Their warmth and hospitality made us feel completely at home—it wasn’t just a place to sleep, it truly felt like staying with family. Their house told a story, filled with warmth, history, and the little personal touches that made it feel lived-in and loved. From the amazing homemade breakfast to the delicious ramen dinners they prepared, every meal was made with care and love. The guest house is conveniently located, just a short walk from a supermarket and a laundromat, which made things really easy for us. This personal, welcoming experience truly made our trip special. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a meaningful, off-the-beaten-path experience in Japan. ありがとうございます

Nothing - we look forward to coming back soon!

Comfortable room, delicious breakfast, and drinking hours included!

Very lovely couple that hosted us with so much history.

家に帰ったよう。落ち着く。ご夫婦の心遣いも温まれる風呂も広くてさっぱりした部屋もすべてよかったです。車で送り迎えいていただけたのも感激。どうもありがとうございました。