Zen Hostel And - Nagaoka

Very nice hotel. The owner’s daughter was very nice, professional and could speak English very fluently. The place is pretty good and the rooms are ryokan style. If I have to say something to improve, I would say the place was pretty cold! (They offer gas heaters, but dangerous while sleeping)

Staying for 1 night in Zen hostel, good stay with a cheap price. Booked 1 room for ourselves (not the sharing room). Good traditional Japanese room, but we can still feel the cold inside the room. The way to the shower room feels cold without warm clothing (maybe a slipper could help). The lock is a little tricky (still left a little gap between the sliding door). Oh they have lounge for people to commune, and a little Japanese garden Nice stay for a 1 night, as we mostly do activities outdoor.

The restaurant is located in a lovely, traditional building surrounded by scenic views. It can get a bit chilly in the winter, but they provide warm blankets to keep you comfortable. The beds have curtains for privacy and are quite cozy.

I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant! The staff was incredibly helpful, all of them spoke English very well and were ready to answer any questions we had. There was a small menu available at the bar, and the gyoza was delicious. The building itself had a very traditional Japanese atmosphere. It was just a short walk to the railway station and even to the foot of the snowy mountains for a picturesque walk through the unique city. Everything was very clean as well. My only complaint is that it was quite cold in the hallways and not many people were hanging out there. But still, I highly recommend booking a table here!

This restaurant is conveniently located near the train station and has excellent heating for the chilly winter months. The beds have curtains for privacy and the lounge area is spacious. I had a wonderful time here during my solo trip and it was definitely one of the highlights of my time in Japan.