E-Joy Hostel

Most of the tourists stay on the other side of the lake where it is the station and the town, therefore, that side is very crowded. To stay at E-Joy was the best decision ever! They will pick you up at the station, so you don’t have to worry to find the place or spend in a taxi, that’s super convenient! The area of the hotel is where you can get the best views of the Fuji! There you can find small shops, restaurants, and supermarkets, so you’ll have everything you need but in a very quiet atmosphere, between the lake and the forest, ideal for relaxing and unwinding from Japan big cities. They provide free bicycles, so you can get around very easily. We loved to bike by the lake with the forest fresh air! The hotel is super warm and cozy, we could spend an entire afternoon just reading in the common area, which is very bright and homey and have lovely views to the forest. You have free coffee and tea all day, as well as access to the kitchen, fridge, stove, and microwave, so it’s very easy to make your own food if you wish. Breakfast was delicious, and we highly recommend that you have dinner at their restaurant. It’s the most convenient option after a day exploring and their food is just superb!! The staff is also the best, super warm and helpful. They received us with a very warm welcome and they were very helpful showing us around, giving us tips to explore, providing maps, and so on. They speak very good English! Do not hesitate to stay here if you’re looking for feeling at home and having the best views of Mt. Fuji a few minutes from your doorstep!