Furuki vs Guesthouse Kincha

Same City · Utsunomiya Distance: 21.6km
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Furuki

★ 1-Star
7.0 17
Utsunomiya
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Guesthouse Kincha

★ 1-Star
9.2 116
Utsunomiya
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Live Price Comparison

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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

Site Furuki Guesthouse Kincha
Agoda
7.3 (65)
9.2 (467)
Booking.com
7.2 (45)
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Trip.com
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9.2 (1)
Overall Average
7.0 (110)
9.2 (468)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Furuki Guesthouse Kincha
Strengths Strengths
+ Many reviews praise the friendly and welcoming staff + Owner is kind, welcoming, and shares travel tips repeatedly mentioned
+ Repeated praise for the unique charm of the old traditional house and Japanese experience + Thorough cleaning makes rooms and common areas spotless
+ Mentions of great pottery classes and access to Mashiko pottery village + 5-min walk to Utsunomiya Station, convenient for Nikko day trips
+ Reviews like the shared kitchen and lounge for BBQs and gatherings + Great value for money praised often
+ Fun atmosphere with cats mentioned positively
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Several complaints about dust and musty smells in the old building - Need to bring own towels and toothpaste for shared showers/toilets
- Thin uncomfortable futons and poor winter heating mentioned repeatedly - Some feel uneasy walking alone late at night near intersection
- Criticism of dirty conditions and lack of maintenance

Recommended For

Pottery enthusiasts Groups Traditional experience seekers

Recommended For

Solo travelers Nikko day-trippers Budget travelers

Guest Reviews

Furuki

Booking.com 4.0 Solo

Real Japanese experience and near pottery studio was amazing

Booking.com 4.0 Solo

Friendly staff and great pottery courses

Agoda 9.6 Solo

Warm welcome from owner family and classic house charm

Booking.com 3.2 Couple

Charming staff and cute cats

Far from station, bathrooms need update

Agoda 6.4 Family

Old atmosphere good for pottery fans

Noise concerns

Guesthouse Kincha

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Kind owner, clean, near station perfect for Nikko

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Spotless cleaning, warm owner, enjoyed chats

Agoda 9.6 Solo traveler

Flexible room assignment, great first guesthouse stay

Caution for women late night

Agoda 10.0 Solo traveler

Host tips excellent, welcoming, 5min to station

Trip.com 10.0 Solo traveler

Near station, love the retro old house vibe

Location Comparison

Distance: 21.6km

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