Hostel Fish in a River

Location: Showacho 2-16-2, Takayama, jp

Star Rating: 1 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Non-smoking throughout
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Shared kitchen
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Key access
• CCTV outside property
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Internet access
• Japanese garden

Rooms Available

• Twin Room

  This room features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. Air conditioning is provided.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Dining area
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Twin Room with Garden View

  This air-conditioned twin room has a garden view.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Sofa
  • Dining area
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Twin Room

  The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

Guest Reviews

• ABHINAV (10/5): Great Takayama Stay - The location was great and near the station and bus stand. Most of the tourist spots were walkable. The bathroom and room were spotless and really clean. The host was very friendly to us and helped us with the restaurants and great spots to visit. We had a great time here overall. None
• Yun Yuan (10/5): - We had a wonderful time in Takayama with Taku's help. Super clean room and would definitely stay here again next time.
• Vicente (10/5): Agradable y Cómodo - Muy agradable estadia, con buenisimas recomendaciones y sobre todo muy buen host. Sin duda recomendadisimo!
• 林 (10/5): - 地點棒，非常乾淨，wifi強，老闆非常貼心
• Sara (10/5): - Todo estaba muy limpio y las habitaciones cómodas y acogedoras.
• Stefanie Ngoc Hang (10/5): - Das Hostel ist charmant, sehr sauber und gut ausgestattet. Es gibt nur zwei Zimmer mit je 2 Betten, daher ergibt siche eine sehr familiäre Atmosphäre. Auch der Host Taku trägt dazu bei: er gibt super Tipps, was man in Takayama machen kann und am Abend kann man sich mit ihm auch ausgiebig unterhalten. Wir wünschen Taku, dass er noch viele Fische fängt und wenig Bären begegnet!
• Jacoba (10/5): - Ontvangst door gastheer, veel informatie over Takayama, op loopafstand station, rust, mooie schone kamer, fijn bed en goed sanitair Niets
• Adrien (10/5): -
• Stéphanie (10/5): Sejour très sympathique, on se sent comme à la maison 🤗 - Je voyageais seule. Super accueil, lieu très sympa, très chaleureux et très propre, facilement accessible à pied de la gare. Literie confortable, couette moelleuse. Salle de bain spacieuse partagée, deux douches (chacune attribuée à chacune des deux chambres), agréable cuisine partagée. L’hôte est adorable, partage d’excellents conseils de visite, balades, restau, et de sympathiques conversations 😊 ありがとうございます Rien, j’ai adoré !
• Eleonora (10/5): -
• Damien64 (9/5): -
• Laura (10/5): -
• Greg (10/5): The best value, location, and accommodation I have experienced in Japan. It is not a five star hotel, but I liked it bet - The location, the room, the facilities, and the owner. It is called a hostel, but I found it to be a combination of hostel-hotel, and I was very happy with the experience.
• Daniel (10/5): Repetiría sin dudarlo - El dueño fue muy atento y amable
• Marcel Sebastian (10/5): -
• rachel (10/5): A cool place, really comfortable with local vibes - Takayama is such a beautiful place and this ryokan reflects that. The host was super helpful with recommendations for places to city, walks, restaurants and bars.
• Natacha (10/5): Je recommande - Le propriétaire est très sympa et donne pleins de conseils pour visiter les environs ainsi que pour les restaurants. Le cadre est vraiment sympa, ambiance traditionnelle Ryokan. Bien situé, j’ai pu tout faire à pied. Je recommande Il fait frais dans les douches, mais une fois l’eau chaude activée c’est vite oublié
• Thomas (10/5): Fantastic - Fantastic host, great location and very peaceful. Super clean bathrooms and toilets.
• Tom (10/5): -
• 逸斐 (10/5): 完美，舒适 - 老板人特别好，非常健谈，人也很热情。房间特别干净，很温馨。一到民宿就耐心地想我们介绍高山的好吃的和好玩的。临走的时候下雨还送给了我们一把伞，实在太感谢。这次日本之旅住到的最有人情味的一个民宿！特别推荐！一级棒 无，一切都好
• Benjamin (10/5): this hostel was the best - Takayama was a beautiful town and this hostel was the perfect place to stay. The host was extremely kind, we arrived slightly clueless and unprepared and he talked us through the whole area and helped plan our 3 days in takayama all the recommendations he gave us were fantastic. On top of this the hostel is in a great location, the room was really cosy with aircon, wifi, comfy beds, quiet side street, spacious shared space. Everything was perfect. nothing
• Widaporn (10/5): -
• 奥田 (8/5): -
• Emma (10/5): -
• Louise (10/5): -
• jack (10/5): Perfect - Very very clean hostel,warm and kind people Having a great heating system and clean shower bathroom The host is a really great guy named taku He’s speaking English very well and providing everything you need for a good stay, and providing information about takayama attractions in details None
• Tina Yan (10/5): - 距離車站不遠，位於安靜的小街道裡 民宿主人非常熱情，入住時會主動介紹高山景點和推薦的餐廳，超用心 房間蠻大的，很舒服，雖然淋浴間不再房間內，但一天接待的客人少而且有私人浴室，所以完全不影響住宿品質 很幸運能在高山這麼有味道的小鎮有這麼棒的住宿體驗！
• Clément (10/5): - L'emplacement est idéal et le logement très confortable. L'hôte est très avenant et plein de bons conseils !
• takako (9/5): - わが家に帰ってきた様にくつろげる。木の香りで清潔。思っていたより、こじんまりしているので、トイレ、シャワー、キッチンが近くて、動線がよかった。駐車場も宿の直ぐ隣 オーナーさんは気さくな方 ホテルの様な利便性を求めると少し違うかも。部屋もリビングにもテレビは無い。
• Lu-Jin (10/5): - Really nice stay, enjoyed chatting with Taku. He was very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again.
• valentina (9/5): -
• Krystel (10/5): Genial! - La ubicación y la cercanía a la estación de tren y bus. A menos de 10 minutos andando de la “Old Town”. La habitación y espacios comunes limpios y ordenados. Y como no, las recomendaciones que nos dió el anfitrión de comer y donde hacer un buen matcha.
• Guy (10/5): A fantastic stay, clean and close to everything, kind host - The host, Taku, was great, and gave us great recommendations that made our trip great. The room was lovely, everything was clean, and the location was walking distance from everything there is to do in Takayama
• Jimut (8/5): -
• Neuza (10/5): Amazing place - It was amazing. I slept so well, and felt like home, because of the place and the sweet and kind host nothing.
• Pascual (10/5): -
• Wowk (10/5): -
• haobo (10/5): - the room is very cozy and have everything necessary. the host is very very friendly and helpful. He help to design the travel route and recommend the restaurant. a little bit walk from bus station, but not far
• Lafi (10/5): Incroyable ! - Nous n’avons passé qu’une nuit au logement mais c’était plus que suffisant pour se rendre compte à quel point il était génial ! La chambre était en super état, quasi neuve même. Le placement est parfait à quelques minutes de la gare et de la vieille ville ! Et que dire de notre hôte Taku qui nous a donné de super conseils sur ce que nous devions visiter à Takayama. Chose que nous avons fait et nous ne l’avons pas regretté ! Si nous devions revenir un jour à Takayama nous choisirons ce logement sans aucun doute ! Arigato Gozaimasu Taku !
• Leanne (10/5): We highly highly recommend Fish in a River. It was comfortable, clean and our host was wonderful. Well located and withi - The property was clean, well organised and very comfortable within easy walking distance to the main attractions. Our host was warm, friendly and so helpful in recommending good places to eat. He made our stay so much more enjoyable. There was nothing we didn’t like.
• Andrea (10/5): -
• Lisa (10/5): Taku è un bravissimo host, molto simpatico. Al nostro arrivo ci ha accolto raccontandoci tutti i posti da visitare e in - Struttura molto bella e pulita compresi gli spazi comuni.
• Anna (10/5): - Lo mejor fue el trato y el espacio. Un 10 volvería seguro. Tener que irnos
• Carla (10/5): Un allotjament amb molt d’encant i essència tradicional - Vam passar només una nit, però va ser suficient per enamorar-nos del lloc. El hostel és tradicional, acollidor i ple de detalls cuidats. Tatamis, portes de paper i un ambient molt tranquil. L’anfitrió va ser molt amable i atent. Ens va ajudar amb recomanacions locals que van ser tot un encert. Tot estava molt net i ben mantingut. Ens hi hauríem quedat més dies! 100% recomanable si busqueu una experiència japonesa autèntica.
• Irigoin (10/5): - The owner was kind and gave us the best service you could ask for. We enjoyed a very nice conversation and he also gave us all the recommendations about what to do in Takayama. The place was super clean, and very beautiful. Location perfect as well. Nothing
• Aidan (10/5): Incredible Host! - Absolutely amazing host. Me and him conversated for a few hours and it was absolutely a highlight of my trip so far! He’s very outgoing, easy to talk to, and kind spirited. He will talk to you about anything really and was a great help giving me recommendations not only for Takayama but the spots i’ll be going the rest of my trip! Thank you Taku for the unforgettable stay, i’ll be sure to come back when I visit Takayama again! Excellent Room Very quiet and peaceful atmosphere Own designated shower Cozy common room Great location
• Aaron (10/5): Exceptional -
• Francesc (8/5): Very good - We liked the location and the possibility to clean our clothes (even though we were charged for it). There is also a kitchen and we could interact with other guests. We could not walk into the garden, and there was no food available.
• Joseph (10/5): Host just exceptional is recommended to us a lot of good restaurants and give us so many tips in the city and for Japan, - Host just exceptional is recommended to us a lot of good restaurants and give us so many tips in the city and for Japan, he is perfectly fluent in English. The room was amazing and really clean we got our own toilet and shower for the night that we booked. One of my best accommodation in Japan 👍
• Frederik (10/5): One of the best experiences I have had regarding accommodation:) - Everything
• Johan (10/5): Exceptional - Taku was a lovely host, very chatty and had some great local knowledge/recommendations for the area
• Koh (10/5): Exceptional -
• Zachary (10/5): Exceptional - Very helpful owner, very clean and comfortable room, not too far from the station N/A
• Edilberto (10/5): A perfect place to stay with amazing hospitality and warmth from the owner of the property. Highly recommend and would b - Taku was very warm and helpful, taking time to share helpful information with us about places to go to and eat in around Takayama. He was very approachable and was always ready to help. The hostel itself was also amazing. Very close to the station, very comfortable room and super clean.
• Martin (10/5): Welcoming, enjoyable and relaxed. - The owner was superb, friendly and accommodating. He has done amazing work to make the place comfortable whilst maintaining the vibe of the town. His recommendations, even though I didn't get to see all of them, were on point and made my stay memorable. Nothing.
• Riccardo (10/5): Perfect pit stop - Traditional neighbourhood, 5 minutes walking from station. Shared area very clean. Friendly owner who speaks English and explain everything. Nothing
• Sosa (10/5): Exceptional - The host was very welcoming! The location was very central and everything about the place was perfect: how clean it was, everything was very clear, the place was very cool! Nothing, everything was very nice!
• He (10/5): Exceptional - The host was lovely, very welcoming and helpful. He also spoke English, which made it very easy to converse with him. Great property too, there’s only two hostel rooms available, so it was quiet, gave us undisturbed privacy and easy access to the bathroom and shower.
• Kotten (10/5): Exceptional - Hostel was very clean and comfortable. The owner was super friendly and gave very helpful recommendations about where to visit in takayama. Also great location!
• Léopold (10/5): Amazing homestay, nothing we did not like. The landlord is super nice and gave us amazing recommendations for visiting a - The charm of the property, it was very clean and great location. Nothing
• Sandiforth (10/5): Exceptional - Taku was an amazing host, providing a very comfortable stay within walking distance of all the main sights Nothing
• Sarthak (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful stay, great host & location. The host was very hospitable helpful of our needs and concerns. Highly recommended! Nothing to dislike
• Diana (10/5): Exceptional - Everything!!
• Eloi (10/5): Amazing hostel and very nice people ! - The hostel is in a beautiful traditional Japanese house. It has all the necessary equipments for travelers. Also, our host Taku was extremely nice and helpful with a lot of good advices for cafés, restaurants, breweries...thank you so much!
• Sun (10/5): Friendly host, spotlessly clean, and incredible value. - Taku was an incredible host - incredibly friendly, kind, and helpful. All his recommendations of things to do in Takayama were spot on and Taku has a sunny and playful personality that made him a joy to be around. The house was spotlessly clean with a well decorated and cozy common area with awesome music playing in the background and a kitchen stocked with coffee/tea, utensils, dishes, etc. Showers were even nicer than expected - private rooms with a changing area and plenty of hot water. The location was excellent, both close to the train station and a short walk from central Takayama. This place is amazing value for the quality of accommodations and experience you get and I can’t wait to come back for another stay. If you’re a light sleeper, this may not be the place for you since walls between the common areas and bedroom aren’t sound insulated. However, during our stay we experienced no issues since other guests were very respectful of quiet hours.
• Andrée (9/5): Superb - Simple and cute house with a wonderful host. He helped us a lot and gave us great recommandations. Would definitely go again!
• Thammapinan (10/5): Great place to stay - The facility is very clean and cozy, the owner is very nice and helpful a bit further way (just a bit difficult to walk there in winter with heavy snow) but should be ok in other season.
• Lena (10/5): Exceptional - This place is so wonderful! It lies in a residential area not far from the city center of Takayama, thus it’s quiet in the night — and I slept really well in a comfortable bed. Everything was always clean and the kitchen has a lot of utensils in case you feel like cooking yourself. If not, Taku, the host, has a lot of recommendations for good meals around town. And hikes (!) if that’s your thing. He made my stay at this beautifully thought-out and crafted place truly worthwhile, arigatō gozaimashita.
• Lucia (10/5): amazing stay - absolutely gem in Takayama, the host is amazing
• Herrera (10/5): Exceptional - The house was beautiful, perfect location, and close to interesting sports, and public transport. The property manager /Owner was kind and helpful. He did a quick introduction regarding the city, restaurants, interest points, etc. as soon as we arrived. Exelent service. All was perfect.
• Gerard (10/5): Perfect accommodation choice for our needs and travel style. - Taku is an amazing host - friendly, informative and just good company. He did everything possible to make our visit enjoyable and meaningful.
• Cecilie (10/5): Exceptional - Such a nice place with the coziest vibe! Very comfortable to be here and the facilities are very good. The best thing about this place is absolutely Taku who runs it. He’s so welcoming, helpful and nice to chat with, and he gave us some really good recommendations, not only to get the best out of Takayama, but also for our further trip in Japan.
• Hannah (10/5): Like at home :) - Everything! Specially the host Tacu. He is a really cool guy and our room was one of the most beautiful we have had in Japan. Great beds and view to the little garden. Nice house, great place! Like staying with a friend :)
• Cayden (10/5): Exceptional - This is such a beautiful property! It was warm and cosy and probably the cleanest accommodation we've ever stayed in. The rooms are spacious and the mattresses are really big, we both had a very good night's sleep! You can walk to the hostel from the bus and train station and it's also 5 minute walk from a huge supermarket. There are also only a very small number of rooms available at the hostel so we were quite lucky to have seen and booked it. Thank you for all your kind hospitality, Taku! We will be back again!
• Madeleine (10/5): Comfortable, Convenient, and Convivial! - This is a very well run and well appointed little hostel. The owner, Tack, was very friendly and helpful. The hostel is within easy walking distance of the train and bus station as well as the Old Town.
• Julien (10/5): One of the best room we’ve had in Japan - Everything was good ! We had such a lovely stay, it’s quiet, clean and comfy. It’s all you need for 2-3 days Nothing
• Magdalena (10/5): Exceptional - Incredibly helpful and welcoming host. Clean, cozy and well equipped place.
• Sarah (10/5): I will definitely be coming back here! - Beautifully designed….Japanese functionality combined with thoughtfulness and warmth. Lovely comfortable room, good bed. Everything was immaculately clean. Incredibly friendly host, who took time to chat with me and make some recommendations. Nothing
• Connie (10/5): Exceptional -
• Molly (10/5): Exceptional -
• Marta (10/5): Exceptional - Very nice Thank you! Totalmente recomendable, todo limpio y bonito. El chico muy agradable y atento
• Carolin (10/5): Athentic feel and a great atmosphere - What a lovely place, the moment you enter the door you feel welcome. We stayed in the room with the garden view and the atmosphere was great. The beds are comfortable and even though the showers are outside of the room you still have a private shower assigned to the room. Everything is really clean. Taku is an incredible host, accessible and super helpful. We would come back any time and highliy recommend Fish in a River. Nothing
• Yannik (10/5): Exceptional - Great rooms and very friendly owner who gave us recommendations on where to go!
• Stephanie (10/5): Exceptional -
• Alan (9/5): Superb -
• Saleel (10/5): Exceptional - My stay was truly memorable. The host provided perfect recommendations and engaging conversations that made my trip even more enjoyable. The house, built mostly out of wood, exuded a unique and charming ambiance that I absolutely loved. I had a very comfortable stay, and the host was always willing to answer my questions about local food and tourist attractions, which greatly enhanced my experience. The bathrooms were exceptionally clean, and the beds were super comfy, ensuring a restful night's sleep. I highly recommend this guesthouse to anyone looking for a cozy and delightful place to stay. I will definitely be back!🥰
• Mats (10/5): Exceptional -
• Hugo (10/5): Great experience in Takayama - The photos are exactly as the hostel. Taku,the owner was very attentive with the information and also gave me good recommendations which made personal experience in Takayama be a 10 out of 10. The hostel was spotless clean. Everything was great!
• Lise (10/5): Exceptional - Very nice atmosphere and incredible host !
• Mert (10/5): Exceptional -
• 安尼 (10/5): Exceptional - Very good and extremely friendly host. Thank you!
• Scott (9/5): Superb - The owner was extremely helpful about the area.
• Massimiliano (10/5): Extremely comfortable place - worth it. - I slept like a baby. Bed is really comfortable. The place is clean and relaxing. The host is really friendly and helpful. I stayed just one night, but I suggest to spend more days here. I'll be back! Nothing
• Jet (10/5): Amazing stay - If I could give an 11/10 I would. The owner made everything so smooth, and assisted me wherever I needed help! Due to the bad weather I spent a decent amount in the guesthouse, and it was perfect. Great beds, beautiful designed and good coffee!
• Flavia (10/5): Exceptional - The host was so kind and friendly. The room was spacious especially for Japanese standards. Everything was new, clean and organized. It is a 10-minute walk from the train station and downtown. I highly recommend this place.
• Shin (10/5): Exceptional - Cozy, clean, and warm, this place was perfect during our visit in late January. Walking distance from the train station and to downtown. We stayed here for 3 nights to explore Takayama and Shirakawago. The host was incredibly helpful, providing valuable suggestions for exploring the area. On the day we were leaving, it was snowing, and the host was so kind to drive us to the train station. Easily the best place we stayed in Japan! Highly recommend to stay here! None
• Moritz (9/5): The best host we have met so far in Japan! - Best host we had on our Japan trip so far! He was very helpful and gave great recommendations! Would definitely come again! Would have been nice to have: The room lacked a table
• Cherie (10/5): Exceptional - It was very comfortable, extremely clean, homely, pretty and provided us warmth during this winter season. Taku was also very friendly, kind and helpful in suggesting food places / areas of attraction which we could explore in Takayama. Would definitely love to come back again!! :) None
• Mina (9/5): Superb -
• Kate (10/5): Wonderful - One can't ask for more. Helpful friendly host with excellent English, super clean, handy kitchen facilities, comfy warm bed, nicely designed and appointed. For a low price. We had a car but can walk to restaurants and old town also. Nothing at all. Would go back

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