Hatara Co-Living

I stayed here for two nights during my solo trip through rural Japan. The location is great — right near the center of Chichibu and within walking distance from local attractions and the train station. The check-in process was a bit tricky since there’s no front desk or English signage, but luckily the owner happened to walk by and helped me check in. Otherwise, it might have been hard to figure out. The room was clean and functional, with shared facilities that were well-maintained. The hostel itself was very quiet — I barely saw any other guests during my stay. I shared a room with one other traveler who mostly kept to himself. One big plus: there’s a gym right next door, and the hostel gives you two free entries. That was a really nice bonus. Overall, it’s a simple and peaceful place to stay if you’re looking for something low-key and local in Chichibu. Just be aware that English is not widely spoken, so having Google Translate helps!