I chose this Hotel for its unbeatable location right next to Kakunodate Station, making it easy to head to the Samurai Residence Street without carrying anything. It’s self check-in, but it wasn’t difficult. If you’re unsure, staff can assist remotely. I stayed in a twin Room on the first floor, and the barrier-free layout made getting around very easy. There’s also a great selection of self-serve amenities and soft drinks, so you can relax comfortably in the lounge area next to the entrance. Although it’s in front of the station, it was quiet at night and very peaceful.
You do need to walk a bit to find places for dinner, but since the weather was nice, I enjoyed an evening stroll and took in Kakunodate at night. After checking out the next day, I realized I had left something behind and went back—cleaning was already underway, but the staff were truly kind and helpful, which I really appreciated. Since I planned to stay in Kakunodate again after one day elsewhere, I immediately made an additional Reservation at this Hotel.