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Featuring a garden and free WiFi, cup of tea is set in Takayama. The property is close to Museum of Local History, Hirata Folk Art Museum and Fujii Museum of Folk Handicraft. The property is located in the Hida Takayama Onsen district, 1.5 mi from Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, some units at the guest house also offer a terrace. All rooms will provide guests with a microwave. Popular points of interest near cup of tea include Yoshijima Heritage House, Lion Dance Ceremony Exhibition Hall and Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 53 mi from the accommodations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
6 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
9.1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Claudia
    Australia Australia
    The location, the friendly staff, the cleaning and the facilities:)
  • Yoshi3
    Japan Japan
    Staffs were very kind Walking distance to main area
  • Nandu
    India India
    The host was very friendly and helpful, such a neat and clean place. The common room is quiet and peaceful with some really mellow ambient music playing.
  • Akhilesh
    India India
    Neat and clean. The host was very sweet and friendly. Location conveniently located
  • Jayce
    United States of America United States of America
    Best Hostel I've stayed at. A 10-minute walk from the station and the main tourist area. It has clean facilities and is small so it never felt too crowded or overwhelming.
  • Yuho
    Canada Canada
    Clean & tidy facility, comfortable & spacious bunk bed, friendly staff, great value, thoughtful design of the bunk bed
  • Annika
    Germany Germany
    Very clean and cute place, had a family room with 6 individual capsules. Made from wood , very comfy mattresses. But other than that there was only a small corner with a table and two chairs , no space to unpack suitcases, nowhere to sit but in...
  • 8xtine
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, less than 5 min from the Old Town. About 15 min walking from train station. Quiet and peaceful area. Front staff super nice and helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable and spacious. Bathroom/showers always clean. WiFi worked well.
  • Jimenejir
    Philippines Philippines
    Best hostel I stayed during my trip in Japan. Super comfortable beds (real mattresses) warm blanket, spacious capsule, shower with excellent water pressure, minimalist concept! Just beautiful little hostel. Will definitely come back again to...
  • Maude
    Canada Canada
    Clean and calm. Staff was friendly. The bed area was spacious but not a lot of space between the door and the beds. If you have a suitcase, there is no space to leave it opened (except under the bed).

Property questions and answers
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  • Hi, is in your property have a female only dormitory? As I read at the Host Info, it seems that you have a female only dorm, but in the room's option ..

    As of now, we only have mixed dormitory rooms. Sorry for your inconvenience.
    Answered on 18 December 2022
  • Hi, may I know if you have a washing machine?

    We do not have laundry machine. The nearest coin laundry is located 5min walk from our place.
    Answered on 12 February 2023
  • Can we find a parking area near your hostel? / if so, how much for 1 night parking fee?

    Please use public parkings near by
    Answered on 20 August 2023
  • do you have female dorm?

    We only have mixed dorm.
    Answered on 22 April 2023
  • Is onsen tattoo friendly?

    Public bath house "Yutopia Inariyu" located in front of our hostel is tattoo friendly. Enjoy local experience!
    Answered on 22 April 2023
  • Is it a mixed dormitory room?

    Yes, our rooms are mixed dormitory rooms.
    Answered on 21 October 2022
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Host Info

8.8
8.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
cup of tea offers guests the chance to see and experience real-life Japan. There is the chance to mingle with other travelers as well as the local community and participate in the activities seeing local life first hand. After a full day of sightseeing and new experiences, weary travelers can enjoy a long soak in a traditional Japanese bath house to replenish their bodies and then retire to a comfortable bed. This hostel is a convenient base for traveling around Takayama, allowing easy access to the beautiful serene scenery of the countryside in Japan. Stay cup of tea offer privacy-concious dormitory rooms(mix & female only) and private rooms in traditional Japanese style. Exeperience Takayama is a beautifully preserved Japanese town that offers a unique range of activities within the picturesque mountainous Hida region. Relaxing walks in a quaint town offers the chance to experience true peace Spa One of the main features of staying at cup of tea is the proximity to Spa House Yutopia. Travelers will have the opportunity to experience a centuries-old Japanese custom; relaxing and prolong in their lives by unwinding in a traditional sento.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of cup of tea
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: 岐阜県指令飛保第76号の23

FAQs about cup of tea

  • cup of tea offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at cup of tea is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • cup of tea is 2,150 feet from the center of Takayama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at cup of tea include:

      • Family
      • Bed in Dorm
    • The prices at cup of tea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.