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 as a uni student, 2 years in Canadian rockies as a tour guide, a year in Brisben 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, love cats.
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.
MIO
I’m Mio from Aichi. I came to Nagano at Sep. 2024. I like guesthouses because I can talk to a lot of people on equal footing, regardless of nationality, age, or occupation. My hobbies are traveling and eating delicious food！ There are lots of great restaurants in this town, so I’m exploring. I also recently started knitting！ I often do this in the lounge. I’m still learning English, but I’d love to hear all about your fun travel stories！