So ive just read the review of the person saying worse place ever. Im not sure what she expected but im pretty sure she's never stayed in hostel before and especially in a ski town!! Yes its true they are not 5 star resorts but owashi was awesome. The rooms are just your standard hostel rooms but when you look... More

Room was dirty - rubbish under the bed, no sheets on the top bunk, very dirty walls and carpet. Bathroom facilities were clean, but urinals in the womens washrooms. porn playing on internet at night time. whole hostel had an 'institution' feel to it, long dark lino corridorrs. Very noisy at night time, hardly slept a wink. What they DON'T... More

Before as well as after arrival, the service provided by Owashi Lodge owner Martin and his personnel was exceptional. All e-mail communication was always responded to quickly and correctly, the room was already accessible when we arrived around noon, transfer to the Hirafu Welcome Center (although only 400m further uphill) was suggested and provided for free, the room was spacious... More