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Last Updated on December 9, 2025
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A time-honored guesthouse where tradition meets a traveler’s soul
Nestled quietly in Aki City in eastern Kochi, “Hostel Kochinoya” breathes new life into an 80-year-old traditional Japanese house with refined aesthetics and heartfelt hospitality. The property features a main house, a detached annex, and a spacious courtyard, offering a calming and generous atmosphere. The tatami-matted private rooms are elegantly furnished, blending warmth with subtle sophistication. With practical amenities like Wi-Fi, a shared lounge, and a fully equipped kitchen, it caters well to the needs of walking pilgrims. On weekends, the in-house café-bar “Yorukochi” opens its doors to both travelers and locals, fostering friendly connections. Embracing the natural rhythm and spirit of Kochi, this guesthouse offers both relaxation and community—an ideal haven for those on a walking journey.
Basic information
| Address | 1-9-28 Yanomaru, Aki-shi, Kochi |
| Phone number | 070-4141-1004 |
| Parking | Available (500 yen) *Reservation required |
| Number of room(s) | 5 rooms |
| Price | Room only : 3,500 yen or more With breakfast : — With dinner : — Half board : — |
| Website | kochinoya.com |
| Check-in | 16:00 – 20:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ Available (free) |
| Laundry | Washing machine: ✓ Available (200 yen) Dryer: ✓ Available (100 yen) |
| payment | Cash: ✓ Accepted Credit card:✓ Accepted e-money: — |
Supplementary information
- Accommodation rates are subject to change on holidays
- English available
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Sources: Google Maps / Rakuten Travel / Jalan / Booking.com / TripAdvisor / Yahoo! Travel, and others
Many guests praised the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, as well as the convenient location near the train station. Staff are frequently described as “kind and attentive,” making it easy for guests to feel at ease. The shared areas are also appreciated for their relaxed ambiance and ease of use. Numerous comments highlight the “great value for money” and simplicity of the accommodations. Overall, the hostel is widely seen as “a comfortable, worry-free place to stay.”
An irresistible inn for lovers of old folk houses
An old one-storied house built in 1937 has been renovated to a minimum around the water while leaving the old things.
This spacious house has many highlights such as Taisho glass, frosted glass, thick pillars and beams.
It’s only a room without meals, but I’m happy that there’s a supermarket nearby 😄
This is one of the places I would like to stay in Shikoku again.
