Waqoo Shitaderamachi
$138
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Waqoo Shitaderamachi
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$138
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Waqoo Shitaderamachi average $73 in June, the cheapest month, and $160 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $94 |
| February | $97 |
| March | $97 |
| April | $108 |
| May | $108 |
| June | $73 |
| July | $73 |
| August | $122 |
| September | $138 |
| October | $160 |
| November | $134 |
| December | $98 |
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Most expensive: October (~$160)
Cheapest: June (~$73)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a vending machine.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage, a library, and an elevator.
Dining
Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 26 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
A stay at WAQOO Shitaderamachi places you in the heart of Osaka, within a 5-minute walk of Tennoji Park and Shomaninaizen-do Temple. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Keitakuen Garden and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Tsutenkaku Tower.
What's nearby
Tennoji Park(0.2 miles)
Shomaninaizen-do Temple(0.2 miles)
Nipponbashi(0.3 miles)
Shitennoji Temple(0.3 miles)
Tsutenkaku Tower(0.4 miles)
Tsutenkaku Hondori Shopping Street(0.4 miles)
Tennoji Zoo(0.5 miles)
Spa World(0.5 miles)
Zepp Namba Osaka Music Hall(0.6 miles)
Keitakuen Garden(0.6 miles)
Osaka City Museum of Fine Art(0.7 miles)
Namba Parks(0.7 miles)
Kuromon Market(0.8 miles)
Abeno Harukas(0.9 miles)
Dotonbori(1 miles)
Itami Airport (ITM)(12.3 miles)
Kobe Airport (UKB)(28.2 miles)
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)(33.4 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Vending Machines
Location
Tennoji-ku Shitaderamachi 2-5-12, Osaka, Japan
Tennoji Park (0.2 miles)
Shomaninaizen-do Temple (0.2 miles)
Nipponbashi (0.3 miles)
Shitennoji Temple (0.3 miles)
Tsutenkaku Tower (0.4 miles)
Tsutenkaku Hondori Shopping Street (0.4 miles)
Room options
11
Room of Takara
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
264 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Superior Tatami Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
188 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Deluxe Twin Room (Japanese Western Style)
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
264 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Superior Tatami Single Room
Room details
1 Twin Bed
186 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Superior Tatami Twin Room
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
188 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
11
Love Fulfillment Room
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
283 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Waqoo Shitaderamachi
9.1
Superb
Based on 647 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Waqoo Shitaderamachi, travelers highlight very friendly staff, very clean Japanese‑style rooms, and distinctive Buddhist cultural activities like meditation and calligraphy, while feedback on location is mixed between walkable convenience and being less central to major train hubs.
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At Waqoo Shitaderamachi, travelers highlight very friendly staff, very clean Japanese‑style rooms, and distinctive Buddhist cultural activities like meditation and calligraphy, while feedback on location is mixed between walkable convenience and being less central to major train hubs.
Rooms are comfortable and traditionally furnished with tatami, with several guests praising spacious layouts while others note frosted windows that limit views. Service earns consistent praise for kindness and practical help, with a few guests mentioning issues such as a charged lost key and an unfulfilled same-floor request. Breakfast, including Buddhist shojin options, is frequently enjoyed, though one guest felt it was not worth the price. Overall, it suits travelers who value a culturally themed stay over a hyper-central address.
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Facilities
Buddhist-themed activities, especially meditation and calligraphy, are widely praised and add a distinctive cultural experience.
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10
Hector
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
10
Shiho
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved zen vibes and tatami floor. The location is convenient if you like to walk and explore. It takes 10-15min to Tenoji station by foot and there’s shopping malls and lots of restaurants (less tourists which I liked) I would walk to Namba area, it took me maybe 25min. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean. Only down side is they don’t have a coin laundry but there is a laundromat 3 min away.
Loved zen vibes and tatami floor. The location is convenient if you like to walk and explore. It takes 10-15min to Tenoji station by foot and there’s shopping malls and lots of restaurants (less tourists which I liked) I would walk to Namba area, it took me maybe 25min. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean. Only down side is they don’t have a coin laundry but there is a laundromat 3 min away.
10
Huong
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful Buddhist hotel near shrine and temple. Enjoyed their meditation session offered at the hotel at night.
Wonderful Buddhist hotel near shrine and temple. Enjoyed their meditation session offered at the hotel at night.
10
Teresa
Mar 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely Zazen meditation offered free for the hotel residents by monks in the temple nearby. Learnt how to do Zazen properly. Mind refreshed after days of sightseeing and touristic excitement. Rooms are spacious (compared to most city hotels), clean and reasonable price.
Lovely Zazen meditation offered free for the hotel residents by monks in the temple nearby. Learnt how to do Zazen properly. Mind refreshed after days of sightseeing and touristic excitement. Rooms are spacious (compared to most city hotels), clean and reasonable price.
10
Ian
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This hotel has a Buddhist theme. The rooms are Japanese style, clean & very comfortable Staff are very friendly. The only downside was I didn't think the breakfast was quite worth the price but it's good to do once. Finally it seems remote but it really isn't a number of great local places in under 10 mins walk and lots in 20 Recommended
This hotel has a Buddhist theme. The rooms are Japanese style, clean & very comfortable Staff are very friendly. The only downside was I didn't think the breakfast was quite worth the price but it's good to do once. Finally it seems remote but it really isn't a number of great local places in under 10 mins walk and lots in 20 Recommended
8
Robert
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
10
Galina
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Modern yet traditional style. We had the Buddha altar at the room which was an interesting and unexpected feature. Super clean and comfortable. You can attend a meditation session and do caligraphy. Great experience, definitely reccommend.
Modern yet traditional style. We had the Buddha altar at the room which was an interesting and unexpected feature. Super clean and comfortable. You can attend a meditation session and do caligraphy. Great experience, definitely reccommend.
8
Patricia
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful staff happy to help in every way. I was fortunate enough to join their Friday evening meditation class which exceeded expectation. It’s only a small hotel and the window in my room had no views. The location is not exactly central but manageable.
Wonderful staff happy to help in every way. I was fortunate enough to join their Friday evening meditation class which exceeded expectation. It’s only a small hotel and the window in my room had no views. The location is not exactly central but manageable.
10
Corrie OConnor
Apr 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really special spot. The gentleman at the front desk opened up the zazen room for me to participate in a live program the evening I arrived. Tons of Buddhist literature and instructions if you are interested in that! Super cozy room, comfy beds and sleep attire. They give you the cutest slippers to take home and offer you a bag of silica to use to soak with in the bath. Truly a unique and special place. So grateful to have stayed there. I love the traditional tatami mat with all the added comforts (warm toilets).
Really special spot. The gentleman at the front desk opened up the zazen room for me to participate in a live program the evening I arrived. Tons of Buddhist literature and instructions if you are interested in that! Super cozy room, comfy beds and sleep attire. They give you the cutest slippers to take home and offer you a bag of silica to use to soak with in the bath. Truly a unique and special place. So grateful to have stayed there. I love the traditional tatami mat with all the added comforts (warm toilets).
10
Abílio Tiago
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Super friendly staff Meditation with a monk Calligraphy session
Super friendly staff Meditation with a monk Calligraphy session
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is consistently praised across reviews, with rooms described as very clean.
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10
Hector
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
10
Teresa
Mar 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely Zazen meditation offered free for the hotel residents by monks in the temple nearby. Learnt how to do Zazen properly. Mind refreshed after days of sightseeing and touristic excitement. Rooms are spacious (compared to most city hotels), clean and reasonable price.
Lovely Zazen meditation offered free for the hotel residents by monks in the temple nearby. Learnt how to do Zazen properly. Mind refreshed after days of sightseeing and touristic excitement. Rooms are spacious (compared to most city hotels), clean and reasonable price.
8
Callum
May 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious, breakfasts were very nice and the hotel was overall very relaxed.
Staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious, breakfasts were very nice and the hotel was overall very relaxed.
8
Robert
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
10
Tania
Jan 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
10
Atsuko
Feb 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
部屋がとても綺麗で、スタッフの対応も親切でした。また利用したいです。
部屋がとても綺麗で、スタッフの対応も親切でした。また利用したいです。
10
MASAKO
Apr 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
すごく綺麗な施設で立地もよく、スタッフの人も皆さん親切で快適に過ごせました。朝食でいただいた精進料理がとっても美味しく、良い経験となりました。和のおもてなしといった感じで、海外の宿泊者も多くいらっしゃるようでした。
すごく綺麗な施設で立地もよく、スタッフの人も皆さん親切で快適に過ごせました。朝食でいただいた精進料理がとっても美味しく、良い経験となりました。和のおもてなしといった感じで、海外の宿泊者も多くいらっしゃるようでした。
10
Galina
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Modern yet traditional style. We had the Buddha altar at the room which was an interesting and unexpected feature. Super clean and comfortable. You can attend a meditation session and do caligraphy. Great experience, definitely reccommend.
Modern yet traditional style. We had the Buddha altar at the room which was an interesting and unexpected feature. Super clean and comfortable. You can attend a meditation session and do caligraphy. Great experience, definitely reccommend.
8
Charlotte
Oct 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
10
John
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location, very clean and helpful staff
Good location, very clean and helpful staff
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Rooms
Japanese-style tatami rooms blend traditional and modern touches and are generally comfortable; several reviews note spacious layouts, while a few mention frosted windows limiting views.
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10
Hector
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
10
Shiho
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved zen vibes and tatami floor. The location is convenient if you like to walk and explore. It takes 10-15min to Tenoji station by foot and there’s shopping malls and lots of restaurants (less tourists which I liked) I would walk to Namba area, it took me maybe 25min. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean. Only down side is they don’t have a coin laundry but there is a laundromat 3 min away.
Loved zen vibes and tatami floor. The location is convenient if you like to walk and explore. It takes 10-15min to Tenoji station by foot and there’s shopping malls and lots of restaurants (less tourists which I liked) I would walk to Namba area, it took me maybe 25min. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean. Only down side is they don’t have a coin laundry but there is a laundromat 3 min away.
10
Tamsin
Oct 9, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Great breakfast and very helpful staff. Try and get a room away from the road side as can be noisy at time. Would have been nice to see a view from the window instead of frosted glass. Otherwise beautiful room. Lovely PJs
Great breakfast and very helpful staff. Try and get a room away from the road side as can be noisy at time. Would have been nice to see a view from the window instead of frosted glass. Otherwise beautiful room. Lovely PJs
10
Kenji
Jul 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
デラックス ツインルーム (和洋室) 禁煙のお部屋に家族3人宿泊でしたので少し狭く感じましたが非常に快適でした。子供はまた泊まりたいと喜んでおりました。今回は大阪観光が目的でしたので立地最高でした。あと当日従業員の方より天神祭の奉納花火があると教えてもらい非常に参考になりました。
デラックス ツインルーム (和洋室) 禁煙のお部屋に家族3人宿泊でしたので少し狭く感じましたが非常に快適でした。子供はまた泊まりたいと喜んでおりました。今回は大阪観光が目的でしたので立地最高でした。あと当日従業員の方より天神祭の奉納花火があると教えてもらい非常に参考になりました。
8
Jacky
Jan 2, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Very quiet. A unique experience as it has a a traditional Japanese style room. About 10 min walk from the nearest station
Very quiet. A unique experience as it has a a traditional Japanese style room. About 10 min walk from the nearest station
10
Tania
Jan 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
10
Galina
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Modern yet traditional style. We had the Buddha altar at the room which was an interesting and unexpected feature. Super clean and comfortable. You can attend a meditation session and do caligraphy. Great experience, definitely reccommend.
Modern yet traditional style. We had the Buddha altar at the room which was an interesting and unexpected feature. Super clean and comfortable. You can attend a meditation session and do caligraphy. Great experience, definitely reccommend.
10
Fernanda
Jan 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great bed!
Great bed!
8
Charlotte
Oct 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
10
Hansen
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Looks a bit small but it's actually quite sizeable. Nice check in folks. Great room, traditional mats.
Looks a bit small but it's actually quite sizeable. Nice check in folks. Great room, traditional mats.
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, attentive, and helpful, though a few guests mention issues such as a charged lost key and an unfulfilled same-floor request.
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Hector
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were extremely kind and helpful during our stay, especially when we needed support to retrieve a lost item. We appreciated the extra activities of calligraphy and meditation. Highly recommended!!!
10
KAZUHIRO
Jan 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
宿泊前に確認したいことがあり、宿に電話で問い合わせした際、本当に親身に相談に乗ってくださり感謝しています。宿に到着してからも、気にかけてくださっていました。こんなに丁寧な対応を受けたのははじめてです。旅の良い思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。
宿泊前に確認したいことがあり、宿に電話で問い合わせした際、本当に親身に相談に乗ってくださり感謝しています。宿に到着してからも、気にかけてくださっていました。こんなに丁寧な対応を受けたのははじめてです。旅の良い思い出になりました。ありがとうございました。
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エミ
Jul 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
家族と同じフロアにしてほしい旨を電話で伝えてあったにも関わらず、違うフロアだった。
家族と同じフロアにしてほしい旨を電話で伝えてあったにも関わらず、違うフロアだった。
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Robert
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
10
Zac
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This was my 1st hotel in a country I’ve never been in. They were welcoming, kind, and helpful when I had questions about a local festival. Will definitely recommend
This was my 1st hotel in a country I’ve never been in. They were welcoming, kind, and helpful when I had questions about a local festival. Will definitely recommend
8
Jessica
Sep 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel with amazing staff
Lovely hotel with amazing staff
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katy
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely hotel. Bugs unfortunately we were charged $20 for a plastic misplaced room key. I have stayed in many hotels and never been charged such an exuberant amount for a bit of plastic. Tainted our stay
A lovely hotel. Bugs unfortunately we were charged $20 for a plastic misplaced room key. I have stayed in many hotels and never been charged such an exuberant amount for a bit of plastic. Tainted our stay
10
Ana Paula
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nicest and most friendly staff I have experienced in Japan
Nicest and most friendly staff I have experienced in Japan
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Patricia
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful staff happy to help in every way. I was fortunate enough to join their Friday evening meditation class which exceeded expectation. It’s only a small hotel and the window in my room had no views. The location is not exactly central but manageable.
Wonderful staff happy to help in every way. I was fortunate enough to join their Friday evening meditation class which exceeded expectation. It’s only a small hotel and the window in my room had no views. The location is not exactly central but manageable.
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John
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location, very clean and helpful staff
Good location, very clean and helpful staff
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Location
Location feedback is mixed: walkable to areas like Tennoji, Namba, Dotonbori and local temples for some, but not central and requiring transfers for others.
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Shiho
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved zen vibes and tatami floor. The location is convenient if you like to walk and explore. It takes 10-15min to Tenoji station by foot and there’s shopping malls and lots of restaurants (less tourists which I liked) I would walk to Namba area, it took me maybe 25min. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean. Only down side is they don’t have a coin laundry but there is a laundromat 3 min away.
Loved zen vibes and tatami floor. The location is convenient if you like to walk and explore. It takes 10-15min to Tenoji station by foot and there’s shopping malls and lots of restaurants (less tourists which I liked) I would walk to Namba area, it took me maybe 25min. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean. Only down side is they don’t have a coin laundry but there is a laundromat 3 min away.
10
Huong
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful Buddhist hotel near shrine and temple. Enjoyed their meditation session offered at the hotel at night.
Wonderful Buddhist hotel near shrine and temple. Enjoyed their meditation session offered at the hotel at night.
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Ian
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This hotel has a Buddhist theme. The rooms are Japanese style, clean & very comfortable Staff are very friendly. The only downside was I didn't think the breakfast was quite worth the price but it's good to do once. Finally it seems remote but it really isn't a number of great local places in under 10 mins walk and lots in 20 Recommended
This hotel has a Buddhist theme. The rooms are Japanese style, clean & very comfortable Staff are very friendly. The only downside was I didn't think the breakfast was quite worth the price but it's good to do once. Finally it seems remote but it really isn't a number of great local places in under 10 mins walk and lots in 20 Recommended
10
Kenji
Jul 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
デラックス ツインルーム (和洋室) 禁煙のお部屋に家族3人宿泊でしたので少し狭く感じましたが非常に快適でした。子供はまた泊まりたいと喜んでおりました。今回は大阪観光が目的でしたので立地最高でした。あと当日従業員の方より天神祭の奉納花火があると教えてもらい非常に参考になりました。
デラックス ツインルーム (和洋室) 禁煙のお部屋に家族3人宿泊でしたので少し狭く感じましたが非常に快適でした。子供はまた泊まりたいと喜んでおりました。今回は大阪観光が目的でしたので立地最高でした。あと当日従業員の方より天神祭の奉納花火があると教えてもらい非常に参考になりました。
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Jacky
Jan 2, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Very quiet. A unique experience as it has a a traditional Japanese style room. About 10 min walk from the nearest station
Very quiet. A unique experience as it has a a traditional Japanese style room. About 10 min walk from the nearest station
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Robert
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
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Tania
Jan 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
Fabulous stay; excellent clean room, comfortable and a friendly team. Good location.
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Charlotte
Oct 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
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Patricia
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful staff happy to help in every way. I was fortunate enough to join their Friday evening meditation class which exceeded expectation. It’s only a small hotel and the window in my room had no views. The location is not exactly central but manageable.
Wonderful staff happy to help in every way. I was fortunate enough to join their Friday evening meditation class which exceeded expectation. It’s only a small hotel and the window in my room had no views. The location is not exactly central but manageable.
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John
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location, very clean and helpful staff
Good location, very clean and helpful staff
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised, including Buddhist shojin options, though one guest felt it wasn't worth the price.
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Tamsin
Oct 9, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Great breakfast and very helpful staff. Try and get a room away from the road side as can be noisy at time. Would have been nice to see a view from the window instead of frosted glass. Otherwise beautiful room. Lovely PJs
Great breakfast and very helpful staff. Try and get a room away from the road side as can be noisy at time. Would have been nice to see a view from the window instead of frosted glass. Otherwise beautiful room. Lovely PJs
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Ian
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This hotel has a Buddhist theme. The rooms are Japanese style, clean & very comfortable Staff are very friendly. The only downside was I didn't think the breakfast was quite worth the price but it's good to do once. Finally it seems remote but it really isn't a number of great local places in under 10 mins walk and lots in 20 Recommended
This hotel has a Buddhist theme. The rooms are Japanese style, clean & very comfortable Staff are very friendly. The only downside was I didn't think the breakfast was quite worth the price but it's good to do once. Finally it seems remote but it really isn't a number of great local places in under 10 mins walk and lots in 20 Recommended
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Callum
May 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious, breakfasts were very nice and the hotel was overall very relaxed.
Staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious, breakfasts were very nice and the hotel was overall very relaxed.
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Robert
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
It was a nice and clean hotel, and felt like we got great value out of the room. The staff and meditation activity were great, also tried the breakfast offered and it was quite delicious. The only complaint is really just location in regards to the primary train station. The nearby station almost always requires a transfer and its connection points aren’t the best. This isn’t close to either of the big stations and taxis were pricey because it’s not really close to anything. There’s some cool shopping within 20–25 minutes, which just isn’t quite as convenient as other options. But, again… great service, great value overall.
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MASAKO
Apr 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
すごく綺麗な施設で立地もよく、スタッフの人も皆さん親切で快適に過ごせました。朝食でいただいた精進料理がとっても美味しく、良い経験となりました。和のおもてなしといった感じで、海外の宿泊者も多くいらっしゃるようでした。
すごく綺麗な施設で立地もよく、スタッフの人も皆さん親切で快適に過ごせました。朝食でいただいた精進料理がとっても美味しく、良い経験となりました。和のおもてなしといった感じで、海外の宿泊者も多くいらっしゃるようでした。
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Charlotte
Oct 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
Dejligt, traditionelt japansk værelse med behagelige senge. Pænt og rent. Der var meget varmt hvis ikke airconditionanlægget kørte og det var desværre ikke til at undgå at luften ramte den ene seng. Meget sødt og hjælpsomt personale i receptionen. Vi fravalgte den traditionelle japanske morgenmad. Beliggenhed tæt på Dotonbori, men ret fredeligt. Gåafstand til station hvorfra vi nemt kom til Nara.
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Peter
Jul 23, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff made it easy to communicate in English. Room was clean with traditional vibes. Location was also nice in that it was in a quiet area but only a short walk to the more busier/touristy areas.
Great staff made it easy to communicate in English. Room was clean with traditional vibes. Location was also nice in that it was in a quiet area but only a short walk to the more busier/touristy areas.
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Runlong
Jun 16, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was nice, staff was super friendly and able to assist with anything!
Room was nice, staff was super friendly and able to assist with anything!
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Ally
Jun 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Such an amazing hotel. So cute and spiritually peaceful. Staff was great and so were the beautiful low beds. I loved the pyjamas that they provided and the amenities. So close to everything in Osaka. I will definitely come back here and very highly recommend.
Such an amazing hotel. So cute and spiritually peaceful. Staff was great and so were the beautiful low beds. I loved the pyjamas that they provided and the amenities. So close to everything in Osaka. I will definitely come back here and very highly recommend.
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Yu-Fan
May 5, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great vegan breakfast!
Great vegan breakfast!
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Margaret
May 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly, patient and helpful. They spoke English and answered questions. The breakfast was fresh and very tasty. I included the breakfast with my reservation and I would do it again. The atmosphere was very peaceful. The hotel is very clean and well kept. They called a taxi for me when I needed it.
The staff were friendly, patient and helpful. They spoke English and answered questions. The breakfast was fresh and very tasty. I included the breakfast with my reservation and I would do it again. The atmosphere was very peaceful. The hotel is very clean and well kept. They called a taxi for me when I needed it.
FAQs about Waqoo Shitaderamachi
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee of approximately JPY 1650 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out requests may incur additional charges and should be arranged with the front desk.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features elevators and step-free entrances, making it accessible for guests with disabilities.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in the heart of Osaka, within a 5-minute walk of Tennoji Park and Shomaninaizen-do Temple. It is 0.3 mi from Keitakuen Garden and 0.4 mi from Tsutenkaku Tower.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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- 2026-09-28: 74.54048927307129USD
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- 2026-10-05: 146.48239074707033USD
- 2026-10-06: 98.63581880569458USD
- 2026-10-07: 97.0386618232727USD
- 2026-10-08: 86.31892057418824USD
- 2026-10-09: 110.95493976593018USD
- 2026-10-10: 170.65582958221435USD
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- 2026-10-12: 109.47696462631227USD
- 2026-10-13: 109.29265247344972USD
- 2026-10-14: 128.69905294418336USD
- 2026-10-15: 109.29265247344972USD
- 2026-10-16: 91.86604084014893USD
- 2026-10-17: 146.48239074707033USD
- 2026-10-18: 142.0698645401001USD
- 2026-10-19: 90.99863620758057USD
- 2026-10-20: 91.86604084014893USD
- 2026-10-21: 92.47219203948976USD
- 2026-10-22: 91.91183776855469USD
- 2026-10-23: 103.96238336563111USD
- 2026-10-24: 146.11752328872683USD
- 2026-10-25: 109.15499147415161USD
- 2026-10-26: 198.56089000701905USD
- 2026-10-27: 148.25644207000732USD
- 2026-10-28: 104.7913042831421USD
- 2026-10-29: 104.7913042831421USD
- 2026-10-30: 85.88670007705689USD
- 2026-10-31: 172.18046459197998USD
- 2026-11-01: 116.527216091156USD
- 2026-11-02: 122.68196937561036USD
- 2026-11-03: 122.73599475860597USD
- 2026-11-04: 98.13846799850465USD
- 2026-11-05: 85.88670007705689USD
- 2026-11-06: 98.70686767578125USD
- 2026-11-07: 149.17860427856445USD
- 2026-11-08: 98.13846799850465USD
- 2026-11-09: 104.26509286880494USD
- 2026-11-10: 122.73599475860597USD
- 2026-11-11: 98.13846799850465USD
- 2026-11-12: 142.20012516021728USD
- 2026-11-13: 99.28933591842652USD
- 2026-11-14: 129.74187009811402USD
- 2026-11-15: 86.42549823760987USD
- 2026-11-16: 105.48700965881348USD
- 2026-11-17: 98.70686767578125USD
- 2026-11-18: 105.67869604110719USD
- 2026-11-19: 85.30571365356445USD
- 2026-11-20: 98.88745784759521USD
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- 2026-11-22: 171.61946529388428USD
- 2026-11-23: 105.8170979499817USD
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- 2026-11-26: 85.67502656936647USD
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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. Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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; cash is not accepted
- Long-term renters welcome
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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