Tokamachi Inn Okuechigo Hatago Ichibankan

I was a little worried because the toilet and bath were shared, but the Accommodation was very clean and well maintained. Also, just as other Reviews said, both dinner and breakfast were delicious.It’s not an area I visit often, but I’d like to stay here again.

I imagined a traditional inn might have loud footsteps and creaking noises, but the building was solid and there was nothing to worry about. There was no noise coming through from other Rooms, and it was very quiet—perhaps because the other guests were also quiet. I stayed alone in an 8-tatami Room, and I felt that having that much space was really nice. The building was neatly kept, and the cleaning was thorough. For meals, seating in the dining hall was arranged so guests were spaced apart, which I prefer. Everyone ate quietly as well. This time I chose the Plan with fewer dishes, but the food was very delicious and just right for me. Personally, for breakfast I would be happier with rolled omelet rather than ham and eggs, and a slice of salmon rather than sausages—but I still enjoyed it very much. The owner here was calm and not pushy—someone who felt reassuringly like a Niigata local. This stay made me rethink my view of traditional inns; it’s an Accommodation that makes you want to come back again.