Lake Yamanaka Community Plaza Kirara - 4 min drive
Yamanakako Hot Spring Benifuji no yu - 4 min drive
Lake Yamanaka - 11 min drive
Getting around
Fujiyoshida Gekkoji Station - 11 min drive
Restaurants
甲州ほうとう 小作 - 3 min walk
cafe ノア - 7 min drive
庄ヤ - 19 min walk
CHIANTI CoMo - 16 min walk
郷土料理和十郎 - 4 min walk
About this property
Kounso
Guesthouse near Oshino Hakkai
Near Lake Yamanaka, Kounso provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Bike rentals, a billiards/pool table, and a TV in the lobby
Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Kounso boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
2 bathrooms with spring water tubs and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
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
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Spring water bathtub
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
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Desk
Separate sitting area
Slippers
Soundproofing
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 any questions, 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
Frequently asked questions
Is Kounso pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Kounso?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Kounso?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Kounso?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Kounso located?
Situated on a lake, this guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Mishima Yukio Museum and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Yamanaka. Yamanaka Suwa Shrine and Yamanakako Lake Teddy Bear World Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Kounso Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Such a great place to stay, genuinely Japanese with an onsen, a very good breakfast, with bikes to lend, in a very quiet neighbourhood.
The owner is extremely friendly and made us feel at home.
We were very happy with the bikes and made short tours in the neighbourhood. You get there great views of Fuji.
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.
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!
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!
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.