Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima.

If during your travels you want to cherish the chance to connect with locals and appreciate cozy and familiar accommodation without compromising the quality, we have the perfect place to unwind while visiting the Urabandai region in Fukushima. Donaludo Pension is a quaint guest house run by the Hazome family, a couple from Tokyo who for over 40 years have been running this gem in Fukushima’s adventure playground. Hazome-san, the husband, is an avid fisherman, a professional chef and the main host at Donaludo.

Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima

Although Donaludo is open throughout the four seasons, we are going to recommend a stay during winter when the Urabandai region is covered in snow and the perfect time to try out a variety of winter activities. Located in the heart of Urabandai, the pension is an ideal base to get the most out of your trip; more so if like the hosts, fishing is your passion. As soon as you set foot inside the pension, the heartwarming feeling is palpable. The decor around the house, with an overwhelming backcountry feel, includes a variety of fishing paraphernalia that are sure to lead to interesting conversation with the hosts whom will be waiting for you at the door and more than happy to welcome you in.

Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima

If you’ve checked in in the early afternoon, we recommend you head out and start enjoying the outdoor activities in the nearby area. These include snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and skiing, among other activities depending on your preference. If you come well into the winter, ask for some tips and head to Lake Hibara to try your luck at ice fishing. The Hazome’s have been running Donaludo for several decades and are a valuable source of information regarding Urabandai and the adventure companies in the area.

Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima

For those arriving in the evening, settle quickly into your room and get ready to be treated to a delicious Russian meal, to the the tune of light jazz and joyful conversation. Borscht and Russian wine are on the menu along with other tasty treats. Although the meal is optional, we recommend you sign up for it, especially if arriving a bit past supper time; there’s not a lot of restaurant options in the area and they tend to close early.

Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima

Along with the tasty meal comes, if you wish to chat with your hosts, a round of mellow conversation. If you’re traveling in a group and want to have more fun than just conversing over a glass of wine, Donaludo also offers a karaoke room equipped with mega speakers and a beautiful old piano waiting to be played. Before hitting the sack, make sure to relax in the bath with the help of the jazz music playing in the background.

Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima

In the morning, before you head out to try the snow, a breakfast will be waiting for you at the dinner table. There are no russian ingredients involved at this time, but the eggs, toast, and the warm cup of coffee roasted in-house will get you started on the right foot.

Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima

By the way, no need to worry about leaving your canine family member at home if you have one. If your dog is accompanying on your travels to Fukushima, the welcome mat is laidout for your pet too. Donaludo Pension is, after all, the self-proclaimed dog village in town.

Stay at Donaludo Pension in Urabandai Fukushima

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