Overlooking Lake Kussharo, Kussharo Genya Youth Guesthouse is a 20-minute drive from Mashu Station, and a free 2-way shuttle is provided with an advance reservation Designed by the Hokkaido-born Takeshi Araki, it offers a natural hot spring bath, internet PCs and free Wi-Fi access in all areas Both private rooms and a bunk in dormitory rooms are available The rooms feature heating facilities and wooden furnishing with warm colours Bathroom facilities are shared The guest house has 2 public hot spring baths, one for male guests and the other for female guests Bicycle rentals -from April to October- are available for guests who wish to explore the area The staff can provide information about local sightseeing spots and outdoor activities like canoeing and trekking Kussharo Genya serves a selection of Japanese dishes, prepared by the owner who used to be a chef Breakfast and dinner can be enjoyed at the dining room, and a 1-day advanced reservation is required Guests can also prepare their own meals using a microwave There are no restaurants or supermarkets around the property Genya Youth Guesthouse Kussharo is within a 25-minute drive of Biruwa Station and Lake Kussharo It is within a 40-minute drive of Mount Io -Atosa Nupuri- and the Lake Mashu Observatory
