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Hakone Gora Byakudan

4.0 star property
Travelers recharge in natural hot springs at this Hakone retreat, then explore nearby cultural attractions with attentive staff ready to assist

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Located near Hakone Gora Park and the Open Air Museum, Hakone Gora Byakudan provides a peaceful escape. Visitors can relax in the on-site hot springs, catch up on news with complimentary newspapers, and benefit from the staff's helpful service.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿23,862
฿26,369 total
25 Feb - 26 Feb

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View all photos for Japanese/Western Style Room HAKO/HARUKA, Broad Veranda Moutain view, Outdoor Bath

Japanese/Western Style Room HAKO/HARUKA, Broad Veranda Moutain view, Outdoor Bath | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player

Japanese/Western Style Room HAKO/HARUKA, Broad Veranda Moutain view, Outdoor Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

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Japanese+Western Style Room JOH, Foot/Outdoor Bath | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player

Japanese+Western Style Room JOH, Foot/Outdoor Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Futons

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Japanese+Western Style Room KOU/MAN, Garden Deck, Outdoor Bath | Deep-soaking bathtub

Japanese+Western Style Room KOU/MAN, Garden Deck, Outdoor Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Futons

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Western Style Room KIRI/TSUYU/KUMO/KEN, Outdoor Bath | Balcony

Western Style Room KIRI/TSUYU/KUMO/KEN, Outdoor Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Japanese/Western Style Room MICHI/IWAO, Garden Deck, Outdoor Bath | Deep-soaking bathtub

Japanese/Western Style Room MICHI/IWAO, Garden Deck, Outdoor Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room SEN/SHO, Broad Veranda Botanic garden view, Outdoor Bath | Deep-soaking bathtub

Japanese Style Room SEN/SHO, Broad Veranda Botanic garden view, Outdoor Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room + Western Style Living JIN, Outdoor Bath | Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room + Western Style Living JIN, Outdoor Bath

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Futons

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Japanese+Western Style Room WAKU/ZEN, Outdoor Bath | Deep-soaking bathtub

Japanese+Western Style Room WAKU/ZEN, Outdoor Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

Run of the house, Non Smoking

Highlights

LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Spring-water bath
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Jin Executive Japanese Western Suite Non smoking

Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Jin Executive Japanese Western Suite Non smoking

  • Sleeps 5

View all photos for Western Style Room Kiri/Tsuyu/Kumo/Ken, Outdoor Bath

Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Western Style Room Kiri/Tsuyu/Kumo/Ken, Outdoor Bath

  • Sleeps 2

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Lobby

Japanese Style Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3

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Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Joh Executive Japanese Western Room

  • Sleeps 5

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Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Kou/Man Comfort Japanese Western Style Room Garden View

  • Sleeps 5

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Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Waku/Zen Comfort Japanese Western Room Tower View

  • Sleeps 5

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Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Western Style Room with Garden View

  • Sleeps 4

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Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, spring water bathtub, free toiletries

Japanese Western Style Room with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 3

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Laptop workspace, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Located in Ninohira, a neighbourhood in Hakone, Hakone Gora Byakudan is in the suburbs and in the mountains. Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Gora Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ōwakudani and Lake Ashi. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fuji Speedway or Odawara Arena. Visit our Hakone travel guide
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1297-5 Ninotaira, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken , 250-0407

What's nearby

  • 神奈川県立恩賜箱根公園�の「疎林の広場」より望む芦ノ湖、箱根外輪山、富士山
    Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hakone Kowakien Yunessun featuring a waterpark and swimming
    Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Okada Museum of Art
    Okada Museum of Art
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hakone Open Air Museum which includes outdoor art, a fountain and street scenes
    Hakone Open Air Museum
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hakone Gora Park showing a fountain
    Hakone Gora Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Kowakidani Station
    3 min drive
  • Hakone Gora Station
    4 min drive
  • Tokyo (HND-Haneda)
    104 min drive

Restaurants

  • 箱根餃子センター
    19 min walk
  • fontana
    12 min walk
  • Gora Brewery And Grill
    20 min walk
  • ダイニングはこね
    11 min walk
  • ラウンジ花影
    20 min walk

About this property

Hakone Gora Byakudan

Upscale guest house near Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
Close to Hakone Gora Park and Hakone Open Air Museum, Hakone Gora Byakudan provides amenities such as an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen). Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free train station pick-up, hot springs on-site and free newspapers
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hakone Gora Byakudan have thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free Internet.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with spring water baths and toilets with electronic bidets
  • LCD TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • CD players, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

More

  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hakone Gora Byakudan Inn
Gora Byakudan Inn
Gora Byakudan
Hakone Gora Byakudan Hakone
Hakone Gora Byakudan Guesthouse
Hakone Gora Byakudan Guesthouse Hakone

Frequently asked questions

Is Hakone Gora Byakudan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hakone Gora Byakudan?

As of 6 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hakone Gora Byakudan on 25 Feb 2026 start from ฿23,861.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hakone Gora Byakudan?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hakone Gora Byakudan?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at Hakone Gora Byakudan?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hakone Gora Byakudan located?

Located in Ninohira, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hakone Museum of Art, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Gora Park. Okada Museum of Art and Hakuundo Chaen are also within 1 mile (2 km). Kowakidani Station is 25 minutes by foot and Hakone Gora Station is 21 minutes.

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Reviews

Hakone Gora Byakudan Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 282 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality, nice view , nice and quiet Everything I want is there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredibly relaxing place to stay - from the incense and scent to
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priyanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I are both vegetarians, and the chef was able to make delicious vegetarian meals for us. The dinner we had was one of the best of our time in Japan. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. The room and private onsen were relaxing, and we enjoyed the beautiful scenery. The staff went above and beyond by providing us a ride to the Open Air Museum and then to the train station. We had an incredible time and would very highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious. The staffs were friendly. The food was delicious. I would definitely go back♨️. You must like Japanese food, though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredible room, staff were very pleasant and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place for a wonderful rest! Love the spa and dinner!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful experience! Staff, property, dining and breakfast, all were stellar. Memorable stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here. Wide selection of amenities available that encompasses everything you would need. Hotel staff were all very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

SoonFatt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staffs. Very friendly and hospitable. They go above and beyond to make you feel well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robinne

Liked: Amenities
This was a beautiful stay in a lovely ryokan. Service was amazing, the views were beautiful and the traditional Japanese meals a highlight. I only wish I could go back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seung Chil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The private bath outdoor was amazing. The staff was super friendly. The food was very delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Byakudan. All the staff are friendly and helpful, food delicious, shuttle convenient, and the private onsen is DIVINE! It’s so relaxing with serene forest in front of you. It will definitely be our go to place whenever we go back to Hakone in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and luxurious with incredible service and staff. Absolutely worth the splurge and we’d love to come back for another special occasion.

10/10 Excellent

Ethel Edwina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our experience was very enjoyable. The staff was very gracious and accommodating to our needs. We intend to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible, peaceful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I both experienced best service from the staff from the beginning we stepped in. The food are Michelin the onsen bath is top notch. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying here was such a treat! Breakfast and dinner was a super fun and delicious experience! Wish we stayed for 2 nights instead of one! The hot spring was enjoyable and it almost felt like we were the only ones in the hotel depending on the times we walked around. Would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Byakudan Private Onsen

Stayed with the en-suite private onsen. The wonderful staff picked us up at Kowakidani station and then drove us to a testsurant where we could hang out until check in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I enjoyed the welcome drinks and snack and the kaiseki dinner. Our room had a private onsen and it was very clean and had all of the amenities you could ever need. Would definitely recommend staying for at least two nights, we wished we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment you step in, you feel like a VIP. They treated us with the best service and the stay was just overall very very comfortable. It was the best experience with a private onsen. So many things are provided to you to make your stay comfortable and special.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing private hot spring experience. The staff were super nice and the shuttle service is indispensable. Hakone bus system was unreliable but the hotel staff kindly picked us up and dropped us off at various locations throughout our stay. We really appreciated the kindness shown to us during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In one word…stunning. An experience not to be missed. I don’t know where to begin with my praise-the staff, the facilities or the food? All impeccable. The staff made us feel like their most special and honored guest anticipating every need. The facilities are amazing. Room was beautiful as was the view of the mountains. Finally the food. Wow. The most delicious, delicately prepared food. A true experience. I bravely ate sashimi for the first time and enjoyed the pen shell! All dishes were explained in great detail and lovingly prepared. This property was a lucky find for us and I recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful ryokan experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived at Hakone Gora Byukadan, my husband and I were blown away by the warm hospitality and exceptional service that made our stay truly unforgettable. The space is beautiful and exceeded all of our expectations. A special thank you to Saki, who went above and beyond to make our stay even more memorable. Not only did she host our dinner and breakfast with grace and attentiveness, but she also surprised us with a wonderful handmade card celebrating both my husband's birthday and our honeymoon. Her thoughtful touch made our visit feel incredibly personal and special. We also want to extend our thanks to the front desk team for ensuring we had everything we needed, including organizing a car for our departure and the sweet treats for our special occasion. And a heartfelt shoutout to the wonderful driver who picked us up from the train station and dropped us off– it was these small gestures that made us feel so well taken care of throughout our stay. The accommodations were luxurious, great mikimoto products, nice bedding-offering both comfort and tranquility. The food was absolutely exquisite – each meal was a work of art and a true reflection of the rich culinary traditions of the area. Every detail was meticulously attended to, making us feel pampered and valued every moment of our stay. We truly wish we could have stayed longer! Thank you for the memories and experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve always wanted to visit a ryokan when in Japan and knew that for my first trip, it was a must have. Did a lot of research on the different ryokans in the Hakone area but settled on Byakudan as it included a kaiseki dinner breakfast with our stay as well as had a private onsen for every room since my partner has tattoos. I was super concerned about how to access the property, but coming from the Tokyo Ginza region, it wasn’t actually that bad. It was extremely foggy the day we arrived but I could not find fault with how beautiful the ryokan is (also got a beautiful, sunny view the next morning). Absolutely stunning in person and everything smells so pleasantly of their namesake, sandalwood. The staff is so attentive in everything from giving a full room tour to letting you choose what times you’d like to dine at. Dressing up in the provided yukata was so fun and they had so many complimentary snacks, drinks, and amenities for us. We had a western style Tsuyu room on the first floor so the private onsen area was pretty, serene, and blocked from others with a tall fence. The meals were so good. It was some of the prettiest and tastiest food I’ve ever eaten, both dinner and breakfast. Even the snacks were amazing (you can bring some home)! They take into account allergies and food preferences. Overall, I can’t believe the experience I received here. It was healing. Definitely the highlight of my trip. This memory will be so special and I already can’t wait to be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hakone Gora Byakudan was easily the highlight of our Japanese anniversary adventure. From the moment you step inside this ryokan you are whisked away to a sanctuary of relaxation and calmness. Every detail is considered, even the check-in experience where you are invited to enjoy fresh matcha and Japanese sweets while the details of your stay are reviewed with you. I was hoping for a room with mountain views but everything was booked up so we originally had booked with another onsen. Finally a cancellation allowed us to book a room on a lower floor with a garden view and it was perfect and so serene. After traveling for a week in Japan, my entire body hurt from head to toe. Five minutes in our private onsen melted every ache and pain away. I also highly recommend utilizing the spa services. The facial I received was incredibly relaxing, so much that I drifted off halfway through! The 10 course kaiseki dinner featured multiple dishes in each course and considered both of our eating restrictions. Getting to grate my own fresh wasabi was really cool. The nihonshu (sake) we ordered was served in gorgeous glass vessel and matching glasses. I was delighted to see I could bring a set back to enjoy at home. The Western style bed was definitely the most comfortable bed of our entire trip. This experience was transformative and one I will never forget. Do not hesitate to book this ryokan with onsen if you can find availability.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024