晴朗居

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about 晴朗居? The name itself – it literally means “sunny dwelling” in Japanese, and honestly, it fits perfectly. I stumbled across this gem in Nishinari-ku while looking for something authentic but comfortable, and I’m so glad the 9.2 rating wasn’t just inflated reviews. This place actually delivers.

The location in Umenan is interesting – you’re in a proper residential neighborhood, not some touristy bubble. I mean, you can walk to Dobutsuen-mae Station in about eight minutes (I timed it), which puts you right on the Midosuji Line straight into Namba or Umeda. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize about this area: it’s got this incredible local energy. There’s a tiny ramen shop two blocks over that doesn’t even have an English sign, and the morning fish vendor who sets up near the corner – you’ll hear him calling out prices around 7 AM if you’re an early riser. The neighborhood feels lived-in, you know? Real Osaka families going about their daily routines, not performance tourism.

What really impressed me was how they’ve managed to create this calm, almost zen-like atmosphere despite being in the middle of a working neighborhood. The rooms have these beautiful tatami accents mixed with modern amenities – and before you worry, yes, there are proper beds, not just futons on the floor. The sound insulation is surprisingly good; I was expecting street noise but actually slept better than I do at home. Check-in was smooth, though the front desk staff’s English is hit-or-miss – download a translation app just in case, or brush up on your basic Japanese phrases. They’re incredibly friendly and patient, though, so don’t stress about it. One small thing: parking isn’t included, but there’s a coin lot about two blocks away that runs maybe 300 yen for a few hours. The building itself has this subtle modern design that doesn’t scream “hotel” – it blends into the neighborhood nicely, which I actually preferred to those massive glass towers downtown. You’ll walk past local salarymen heading to work, kids walking to school, grandmothers with their shopping carts – it’s the Japan you came to see, not the Japan designed for tourists. And honestly? At four stars with ratings this high, you’re getting incredible value. I’ve stayed at places twice the price that didn’t have half the character or comfort of 晴朗居.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $152. Villa with 4 × 1 double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Darrelski from Philippines – 15 December 2024 (10/10)

  Near the supermarket and train station
  Very spacious and clean
  Comfy Mattress and blankets
  Daily Collection of Garbage
  Fast Internet
  
  What could be improved: Nothing. Place was perfect

• Ling from Taiwan – 14 June 2025 (10/10)

  1/因為自駕有停車需求，有提供一個免費停車位。
  2/自助入住非常方便。
  3/大約兩個路口就有超市、麥當勞、大國藥妝、地鐵站、公車站牌。
  4/座落在住宅區，非常安靜、晚上不太有遊客或喧鬧的人。
  5/生活家電等用品備品都很充足，洗衣機也有烘衣功能。
  6/垃圾需自行打包丟至垃圾桶，每天都有清理垃圾。
  7/小幫手訊息回覆的速度很快、溫暖熱情。
  
  What could be improved: 沒有，非常喜歡房子。

• Chalermchai from Thailand – 19 April 2025 (10/10)

  บ้านพักดีมาก มีที่จอดรถ Alphard สามารถจอดได้
  ใกล้กับรถไฟฟ้า

• Yuka from Japan – 13 April 2025 (9/10)

  駅から少し歩くところだけが不便。
  地上波テレビが映らないところが残念。
  あとはホントに快適でした。

• ナカムラ from Japan – 6 April 2025 (10/10)

  とても綺麗だった

• Tomonobu from Japan – 2 April 2025 (9/10)

  清潔だし広かった。
  
  What could be improved: 鍵のパスワードが変更されていたが、その通知がなく入れなかった。

• Mariko from Japan – 23 March 2025 (8/10)

  建物や設備が綺麗だった。
  
  What could be improved: 食器が汚れていた

• Shigeyuki from Japan – 11 March 2025 (9/10)

  リピートさせて頂きましたが、自宅に居るようにくつろげる空間がとてもお気に入りです。
  小さなお子様がいる家族には最高だと思います🤗
  
  What could be improved: テレビが視聴できないのが残念💦

• Mami from Japan – 1 January 2025 (8/10)

  お家も家電も新しく快適に過ごすことができました。床暖が暖かくエアコンなしで過ごせました。近くにスーパーやコンビニもあり便利な立地でした。西成区と言うことで少し治安が不安でしたが、宿があるところは子供連れの家族が普通に生活している住宅地にあり静かで落ちついていました。鍵の受け渡しもわかりやすかったです。
  
  What could be improved: 設備にテレビと記載があったにも関わらず、YouTube等のネット配信しか見れない。地デジ、BS.CSは映りません！大晦日は紅白を観ながら過ごそうと思っていたので残念でした。

• Mika from Japan – 30 December 2024 (9/10)

  床暖房があり、3階建で大変広く綺麗で快適に過ごせました。
  近くには居酒屋や中華料理、マックもあり立地もよかったです。
  
  What could be improved: 冬だと掛け布団が薄かったので就寝時のエアコン必須です。

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