A short walk from Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel provides a terrace, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Fujikawaguchiko, Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel is in a national park and near a boardwalk. Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway and Fujiten Snow Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Kawaguchi and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Fuji-Q Highland and Fuji Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Fujikawaguchiko travel guide
Take advantage of a terrace, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli at Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
A vending machine, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
A front desk safe and smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Is Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel?
As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel on 28 Oct 2026 start from NZ$129, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel located?
Situated in a national park, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Ide Sake Brewery and Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway. Fuji-Q Highland and Lake Kawaguchi are also within 2 miles (3 km). Kawaguchiko station is only a 3-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Wafu Guesthouse Kashiwaya - Hostel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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I had a wonderful time staying here! The rooms were comfortable, and staff were very helpful. This place has a great personality, and I was sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Roya
7 Jul 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I liked the friendly staff. The style of the house is really nice. The only thing I didn’t like was that the washer and dryer is outdated and the washer only uses cold water for the price I paid it is expensive.
We spent one night here when we were visiting Fuji. Really nice hosting we got. The house is full of amenities and the room is big enough for a family. I definitely recommend this to anyone who is coming here.
We stayed here for just one night, and it was a lovely experience.
The location is perfect — only a short, easy walk from Kawaguchiko Station.
Check-in was smooth and simple, and the host was very thoughtful.
There are also many cultural touches and experiences you can enjoy inside the house, which made the stay feel special.
The only minor downside is that since the room has tatami flooring,
it can feel a bit humid, and there’s a faint damp smell when you first enter from outside.
Overall, it’s a wonderful guesthouse with a lot of character — I’d definitely recommend it!
Awful guesthouse is conveniently located close to the station. I loved the bus that took us to all the different locations and the shabu shabu dinner was delicious. My only concern was that one guest was vegetarian so we should have had two cooking pots so that the pork liquid did not taint the vegetables. It made coking our meal difficult but it’s a very small concern. The kimonos and painting supplies meant that we left with many photos and memories of our stay. Highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Roya
10 Jul 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was nice. The only issue was that there was a weird smell in the room. I was told it is because of the new floor mats that were in, but it was bothering me although the smell is not harmful. It was quite noticeable. other than that, the place is really nice.
Very convenient, walkable to bus station. Got to experience traditional Japanese living, slept on futon on mats. Hostesses were very kind and explained how everything works.
My experience here is similar to visiting a parents’ homes in Hamamatsu. It has an old traditional home feel. It feel overwhelming because there are just too many things to see inside (just like a typical home). The Apple Maps got me here right on the dot. Check-in is 3pm, so don’t be too early.
We had a really pleasant stay here. It is located in walking distance from the train station where you can find restaurants and convenient stores. We were lucky because we got a free room upgrade because the guesthouse was not fully booked. The staff is very nice and helpful. They offered us a shabu shabu dinner which was really delicious. The Japan culture experience room is a great idea and was a lot of fun. Even though bathroom is to share, there are enough showers and everything was clean. Wifi was also good and sleeping on the Tatami mats is really comfortable. The only negative points we faced and should be improved are the smelly oil heaters and we had one smelly blanket which should be cleaned and checked more carefully. However, if we ever come back here, we will definitely stay again at Wafu Guesthouse.
When we woke up in the morning, we had a spectacular view of Mt Fuji. It was about a 5 minute walk from the train/bus station.
The staff was VERY accommodating. Let us check in late (almost an hour after the desk closed - we gave them a few weeks notice), and held our luggage for the day after we checked out.
This is a gorgeous traditional hotel only a few minutes walk away from the Kawaguchiko train station. The staff here are super friendly and helpful, going out of their way to serve you when needed. Your room is very traditional with your bed being a futon. Whilst you can see Fuji from the balcony, you're also a 30 min walk away from some of the best views of Mt Fuji (of which the staff can tell you where to exactly go). You're also able to cook and do laundry here if you're staying as part of a longer trip in Japan and wish to do so. I would happily stay here again.