Pongyi guesthouse offers entertainement for the guest (food, games, discoverirs ...), Japanese comfort and smiles. It is not big (4bunk beds for boys and 4 bunk beds for girls) so book in advance. It is a real chance to discover a bit of Japanese life. Check their facebook page to be convinced. You will sit on your knees, go to... More

When we arrived we were surprised by how small Pongyi was, but that just added to its charm. A 120 year old building, prevously a kimono shop, what a great place for some Japanese tradition! Hosts were incredibly nice and included all of the 20 or so guests in dinner plans and origami lessons every day. Trying other guests special... More

Guesthouse Pongyi is a 10 minute walk from JR Kanazawa station. My girlfriend and I only stayed in Kanazawa for one night, but after staying at Pongyi we wish we had stayed longer. The owner, Masaki, and his staff were very welcoming and accommodating. They took the time to explain the house rules and gave us a brief tour of... More

It's about 10 minutes walking from the train station, the directions on Pongyi website are very clear. Across the street there is a 7/11 and there are restaurants nearby. Center of Kanazawa is about 10 minutes walk away, you only have to follow the canal which goes directly from the center to Pongyi. Tatami's sleep perfectly adequate but the biggest... More

Located close enough to the railway station but still secluded and quiet, this former kimono shop which opened as a hostel two years ago is a wonderful way to experience Japanese hospitality. Constructed in the traditional way with sliding doors and tatami mats, it offers a glimpse into Japanese life-style. At the same time, as a hostel, it is convenient,... More

I stayed in the individual room at Pongyi for 2 nights, and thoroughly enjoyed every second I was there. The owner speaks excellent English (as well as several other languages), is super helpful, and makes everyone feel at home and very welcome. There are bikes to rent for a very reasonably price, which is the best way to see a... More

We had a big japanese "suite" (2 small rooms) without bathroom, where we spent one night. The owner is very nice and shares his small kitchen and bathroom with his gests. There are 2 dorms and one private room, were we slept with my wife and my little child for 6.000Y. As the house is quite old, he was a... More

It's a good chance to know many good friends.It enables me to communicate with local people in a convenient and better way.

Decent facilities, dorm beds, location, nothing amazing there. So why a 5? The manager is an amazing human being - not only is he more than willing to help in very good english, he is the definition of going the extra mile. In the evening, he even took the time to take me to a local bathhouse to show me... More