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Kounso

2.5 star property

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Reception
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Spring water tub, free toiletries, slippers, towels
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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235-3 Yamanaka, Yamanakako, Yamanashi-ken, 401-0501
  • Tenshinomori Angel Museum
    11 min walk
  • Mishima Yukio Museum
    18 min walk
  • Yamanakako Lake Teddy Bear World Museum
    2 min drive

Room options

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Japanese-Style Room with Shared Shower | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Room with Shared Shower

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Twin Room with Sofa Bed, Shared Bathroom | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Sofa Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About this property

Kounso

Yamanakako guest house close to Lake Yamanaka
This guesthouse features laundry facilities, a lobby fireplace, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Bathrooms are shared.
Kounso offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and spring water baths. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Kounso features a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Kounso has designated areas for smoking.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional fees may apply to children age 3 and under for extra bedding.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Kounso Inn Yamanakako
Kounso Inn
Kounso Yamanakako
Kounso
Kounso Japan/Yamanakako-Mura
Kounso Guesthouse
Kounso Yamanakako
Kounso Guesthouse Yamanakako

Kounso Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful and relaxing
Loved the stay at Kounso. The room was spacious and had extra bedding that could be used to fit your preference. I was not sure about the shared bath, but each room reserves time slots, so you do not bath with strangers. I loved the cypress bath, it was perfect after a long day. I chose not to use the room heater because of the kerosene smell. Instead, the kotatsu table kept me plenty warm for this time of year. The location was very close to plenty of food and lake adventures. The owner was very helpful and friendly, even though I only knew a few words in Japanese. I visited alone, but I hope to bring my whole family for our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host was just the sweetest,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small Place with Big Heart
Great location, very near Lake Yamanaka. We had the hotel all to ourselves, but the owners made sure we were looked after very well, making great efforts to get the bath ready for us. The garden autumn colours were radiant and playing pool in the lobby with my son and wife was priceless!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Little Experience
Very nice little tucked away guesthouse. The couple that run it are very friendly and helpful. They literally contacted me five minutes after booking to explain how to find them and check in. It's very clean and up kept. Will definitely book again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent choice to experience a Japanese ryokan. Specially considering the price. Very traditional and an amazing service. We really hope to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Onsen bath was an unexpected bonus, as was the pool table and the traditional Japanese furnishings.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant guesthouse near lake and restaurants
This is a very pleasant and spotlessly clean guesthouse set back from the lake (and the main road around it) along an alley. My room backed onto a forest and was very pleasant. A good western style cooked breakfast is available; order the day before. There are several good restaurants back on the lakeside within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Review
Very nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Brisbane, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traditional Japanese Experience
If you would like to experience true Japanese sleeping, this is the place. As Westerners we felt the bedding was hard but it was great to experience it. Lovely staff and beautiful location to view Mt Fuji. Approx. 10 minutes walk to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Little Place
This is quite a little gem if you are looking for a traditional Japanese style hotel, run by a very friendly and welcoming lady. The building itself is a little older, but they have kept it clean and bright and the rooms are plain but comfortable. The service is amazing; the lady went out and got beer for us! The breakfast was fine, with fruit, salad, toast, eggs, yoghurt and juice, tea and coffee. Wifi worked well. Overall value is very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

YUEN LAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

david@paradigmventures.com P.

Very traditional Japanese house conveniently located in town
We really enjoyed this place the host was amazing and very gracious. He spent time telling us where to go and also showwd us the closer way to Mt. FUJI and no need to pay the 2,000 yen. There was plenty of parking and the building was very quiet. The breakfast was quite a spread. Initially a bit difficult to locate but if you see the Dog Cafe you are close just down the road a bit. Look for small sign on the right.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Genuine escape.
Really enjoyable out of the way experience.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Place
The owner of the hotel was very kind in providing information about how to get to tourist attractions around the area. Kounso is literally a minutes walk from Lake Yamanakako. It is also very close to a bus stop which is good for those who do not have a car. The room was very clean and the sleeping mats very comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Eitan, Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel for a short Japanese experience
The hospitality was very nice, they have waited for us, explained about the rooms and facility. The room was very clean Japanese style. Breakfast was minimal but good enough for us. They have shared bathroom with private restroom in the room. Washing machine and dryer and basically all that you need for a short stay in the area. Their is a nice pool table in the reception. They also had parking close bye which was very handy. Unfortunately the onsen (Japanese bath is not working). There was no view on mount Fuji or the lake (at least from our room) Still the service was excelent and the kids enjoyed sleeping with us in the Japanese way.

10/10 Excellent

xiaojian, Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel to stay for Fuji Mt and 5 lakes
It was wonderful experience. Hotel manager Hasegawa-san and his wife are great!!! They really made us feel like at home. The location was great, it is by the larger lake and you can see Fuji Mt. just outside the hotel. Easy bus access and to other popular sites. Breakfast was not fancy at all; but I had to ask for more miso soup - it was the best I ever had!

10/10 Excellent

joanne, Hawaii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Traditional Japanese Lodging
I love the traditional lodgings and beautiful surroundings. It is a short walk to Lake Yamanakako with a beautiful view of Mount Fuji! The owners were so accommodating and the room was very clean.

8/10 Good

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was great for a closer view of Mt. Fuji. Walking distance for a beautiful sunrise by lake Yamanaka. Also great for big family trip. The room is big enough for family of 4, no bed, just a traditional Japanese bedroom with tatami and futon and comforter to sleep on. My kids enjoyed their first Japanese style room experience.

8/10 Good

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

nakajima

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024