Title: Pension Buddy - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6337056&destination=Kitashiobara%2C+Fukushima+Prefecture%2C+Japan&selected=38326425&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Pension Buddy Travelers find peaceful moments in a garden setting with convenient on-site dining and complimentary parking at this retreat ## Photo gallery for Pension Buddy ![Exterior - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/39cd2e03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/eb0fde58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/24cca3db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/ec5b0be0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Pension Buddy (Kitashiobara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/cc73f190.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Pension Buddy offers a tranquil retreat with a peaceful garden backdrop. The on-site restaurant serves meals steps from the rooms, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Visitors enjoy complimentary parking and the quiet atmosphere that makes this place special. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=38326425&PinnedHotelID=38326425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking ![Twin Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326500/38326425/8fb4b987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Non Smoking - Mountain view - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Kitashiobara travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kitashiobara.dx6337056) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.69372%2C140.07455&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=plMwUDbgudd5k8N0OFOi67WN0AQ=) 1095-59, Soharayama, Hibara, Kitashiobara, Fukushima, 969-2701 ### What's nearby - Lake Sonohara 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Herb Space Bandia 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Lake Hibara 4 min drive \- 2.4 km - Urabandai Nekoma Ski Area 14 min drive \- 12.2 km - Inawashiro Lake 33 min drive \- 23.3 km ### Getting around - Inawashiro Station (JR) 36 min drive - Fukushima Airport (FKS) 82 min drive ### Restaurants - ブナブナ - sun's cafe hamburger 18 min drive - ヒバラダイニング 8 min drive - 早稲澤屋しおまる 10 min drive - 奥裏磐梯らぁめんや 11 min drive ## About this property ### Pension Buddy Property highlights Pension Buddy provides amenities like a garden and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking Room features All guestrooms at Pension Buddy feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### More - Air conditioning - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 20 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (6:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as Pension Buddy Hotel Pension Buddy Kitashiobara Pension Buddy Hotel Kitashiobara ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pension Buddy pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Pension Buddy? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Pension Buddy? ### What time is check-out at Pension Buddy? ### Where is Pension Buddy located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Pension Buddy Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### カズヤ Feb 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ペンション内もきれいで 静かで居心地がよかったです。 ##### カズヤ Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### YUUKI Jan 1, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities 隣、上の部屋の生活音が丸聞こえでうるさい。 お湯などサービスはあり助かりました。 ##### YUUKI Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brendan Nov 7, 2025 ##### Brendan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Hakbu Jul 20, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Hakbu Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### chihiro Jul 25, 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### chihiro Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Nao May 2, 2022 ##### Nao Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022