Name: Nikkorisou Backpackers
Address: 1107 Kamihatsuishimachi Nikko 321-1401,Kamihatsuishimachi, Nikko, Nikko, Nikko, 321-1401, Japan
Rating: 9

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Nikkorisou Backpackers

Nikko

The hostel needs a deep cleanse and a renovation. The furniture is old, there’s mold in many corners around the hostel. Also, it doesn’t smell very well. On the social aspect, there’s no life. Not a place to socialize and meet other travelers. Lacking charisma.

I don’t recommend

A perfect start for my journey through Japan. Nice and homely atmosphere on a wonderful spot. From the common room you see the river and you hear the sound of the water streaming. I would go there again any time. Aregato gozaimasu!

Amazing location, homely with al the comfort you need, perfect host.

All the hostels I've stayed in Japan were perfect in terms of services and benefits but so impersonal! And then I stayed at Nikkorisou Backpackers and I was able to find the kind of hostels I love the most! Not necessarily the most perfect but the warmest and friendly! Hiro welcomes you home and makes you feel at home!

In Japan... and yet at home!

Just a short walk from the train station and an even shorter walk to the Shinkyo Bridge and Toshogu Shrine, Nikkorisou Backpackers is in a very convenient location. Even more important than convenience was the warmth and good energy that resides in the space. The earthy shared spaces were cozy and comfy. I loved that they had multiple layers of wooden decks that descended down toward the river. It is a very peaceful spot. The host/owner Jimmy is very knowledgeable and helpful- he had many suggestions for self guided walking tours. I'm so happy that I stayed here and got his recommendation because walking along the river path he suggested was one of my favorite days in Nikko. I had come for the Grand Autumn Festival to watch the horse archery, which was amazing, but I was SO glad to have a quiet, peaceful walk in solitude, too. Jimmy even takes his guests to the grocery store in a big van so everyone can get what they need easily. He answered ALL of my questions about different kinds of natto and we all know that there's no price tag on THAT. :D

My favorite hostel stay in Japan

You can see a beautiful river when you relax in the common room, the walls are covered with messages from guests all over the world. The (female) dorm has enough room and space, it's clean and offers some free stuff like body lotion, Q-tips.. there's also free shampoo, conditioner and body soap in the shower, which is more like a traditional Japanese shower with a stone floor.
Hiro, the owner, is really nice and attentive. He even drove me to a pharmacy when I couldn't find one and needed some medication. He puts all of his energy into this Hostel, which he manages alone, and it has become a great place to stay in Nikko.

Lovely place with warm-hearted owner

It was such a quiet, cosy retreat and exactly what I needed. There were only 2 other guests when I stayed here back in July 2016 and it was exactly what I needed. The environment in comfortable and clean. I would definitely stay here again if I were to return to Japan as the location was also great as a hub to explore Nikko.

One of my favourite stays in Japan

This is the friendliest and most personal hostel I've ever been to. The host/owner Jimmy (Hiro) is amazing. He's very kind, knowledgeable about the local area and funny. It's easy to meet other travellers, clean and very thoughtfully designed. He has loads of great tips and information for travellers. You can easily spend several days here exploring the local area and hanging out with Jimmy and the other guests. The hostel is located next to the Shinkyo bridge very close to the temples/shrines and good restaurants and shops. The beds are comfortable too and there's free toast/jam/butter for breakfast. Great value for money and the best place to stay in Nikko. Thanks again Jimmy! 

Amazing hostel and host

We really enjoyed a nice dinner around the table eating sushi. The atmosphere here is family-friendly. The place is refreshing, bright, and delightfully furnished. It really deserves it.

An evening together around the table

The hostel is super situated right next to the entire temple complex of Nikko. The owner Hiro is very friendly, helpful and likes to give tips for the surroundings. An extremely warm person. The bed is comfortable (the food is a little thin - but ok) and everything is really top clean. I'm sure he'd love to go back.

Great location and super friendly assistant

Nikkorisou Backpackers is a conveniently located hostel in Nikko. The hostel owner was friendly enough and there were no issues with check in etc... the hostel was clean, with heating and comfortable. There's a communal room where you can have tea, watch tv etc.. I visited at the beginning of Dec when the crowds were sparse and food options in town were a bit limited. Good budget place to stay very close to Shinkyo bridge, Tosho-gu, a bus drive away from Kegon falls and Lake Chuzenji. Wild monkeys can be seen near the falls and the lake. Yumoto onsen wasn't open during my stay. Felt safe as a female solo traveller. Overall good value as accommodation. 

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