Hub hostel for strolling peaceful town and mountaineering
1166 backpackers is a place to sleep, meet local people in Nagano, Japan. We have 3 rooms waiting for you to sleep in. Our lounge is a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy with playing games or reading books. We are located in the MONZEN neighborhood in the old city center where is few steps away from the Zenkoji temple.
Travel as escaping the hustle and bustle of urban city to Zenkoji temple, you will see old traditional houses here and there. To be amazed, over 50 small business like cafes, restaurants, book shops, flower shops, galleries and craft shops are newly opened by young people in this 5 years with renovating old warehouses in this area. These shops are not for busy tourists hopping around major touristic spots with lonely planet but for tourists who need time for chill-out.
ORIE
Owner of the hostel. Born in Hyogo pref. and spent 4 years in Kyoto, 2 years in Canadian rockies as a tour guide, a year in Australia as an editor and 4 years in Kamikochi as a hotel receptionist. Also traveled in Europe, some cities in Asia and States. Mother of a 8y-kid We’re waiting for you with all the information you need.
ETSUKO
Born in Kiso valley and raised in Nagano city. I have been living in Tokyo for 16 years and came back to my hometown hoping to open my small accommodation, which is my dream! I’m here to learn and to make this dream come true.
I was in the UK for 6 months to study the language, but I got most of my skills in a shared house in Kichijoji. I like sewing, reading comics and watching animated movies, also love discovering local sakes, beers & wines. Recently I started to study French. My French is still at baby level though, I would be happy to have a chance to use it more. Feel free to talk to me!
SAKURA
Hello! I’m Sakura from Nagoya. During my university days, I started visiting guesthouses in Nagano and was fascinated by the connections I made with the people there. I started thinking about opening my own guest house someday. My hobbies are camping and cooking, and I like spending time relaxing surrounded by delicious food and beer.
Lately, I’ve been wanting to master gyoza, spiced curry, and mabo-tofu. I’m still studying English…!
I hope to cherish the encounters with you all and spend a warm time together.
CHACHA
I’m from Saitama. My friends call me “Chacha “ since I was on a tea ceremonies / Sado or Chado club. I work at 1166bp till this Sep.A friend of mine was working at a guesthouse, so I tried to stay in the first time when I was a student. And I was fascinated that I could meet with wonderful people there. I would like to create a place like a guesthouse where people can connect each other in my future. I love waking up early and taking a walk in the morning for chilling out at café and to get some breakfast. If you have some favorite morning spots in Japan or your home country, please let me know 🙂
IKOI
University student born in Okayama and living in Osaka. My first solo trip and my first stay at a guest house was 1166bp in 2022. After having studied in Sweden for a year, I have time before going back to uni in October. So I decided to work here, which is a special place for me. I’m interested in various things like music, nature and good food 🙂 Even though I’m new here in Nagano, I’m happy to help you make great memories !!