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Inn of Serenity and Sincerity, Nanae Yae
Tochigi Prefecture/Kinugawa OnsenEnjoy the wild beauty of the Kinugawa Gorge and the soothing Onsen atmosphere at an Accommodation nestled along the river.
A tranquil property with a stunning view of the beautiful valley, just a 5-minute walk from the station. Enjoy the soft and gentle hot spring water of Kinugawa in the spacious open-air bath and the charming indoor bath.
On my way back from a business trip to Tokyo, I planned a visit to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, which I had long wanted to see. I stayed one night at an Accommodation in Kinugawa Onsen. I chose it after searching with conditions such as having an in-Room Onsen bath and being reasonably priced. The lobby was well maintained, and the hallways were very clean as well.Our Room had an Onsen bath and two separate rooms, so my wife went to the large public bath while I enjoyed the in-Room bath. The meals were very delicious, and the portions were just right—slightly on the generous side.It was a quiet Accommodation where I could relax in the Onsen, which was wonderful. Many of the staff seemed to be from overseas, but everyone was polite and courteous.One thing that concerned me was that when I opened the window by the in-Room bath, there were quite a few spider webs. Also, insects gathered on the window at night so we couldn’t open it; I thought that if there had been a screen door or similar, we could have opened it. If I have another chance to visit nearby, I would like to stay again.
明智でござる 7/22/2026Upon arrival, several staff members greeted us with warm smiles. Many of the staff were from overseas, but everyone was attentive and kind.The Room was spacious, and looking down we could see the Kinugawa River flowing below. Lush greenery spread out right in front of us, and although it was unfortunately raining, we were able to enjoy a truly magical view.The open-air bath was spotless and well maintained, and the scenery—surrounded by nature—made it a wonderful, relaxing space.At dinner, the proprietress came to greet us, and each course was served at just the right pace. At breakfast, I even had seconds of rice.On our way out, they gave us a pair of chopsticks for couples and discreetly attached a “drive safely” charm to our car key—thoughtful touches that moved us until the very end.We would love to visit again if we have the chance, and I would definitely recommend it to friends.
まままっすぅ 6/26/2026
Facilities and Services
See All- Hot spring
- Room with Open-Air Bath
| IN | 15:00~18:00 |
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| OUT | 10:00 |
| Number of rooms | 29 rooms |
| Pet | Not allowed |
| Your child | Permitted |
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See AllNotice from the Accommodation
The latest check-in is 6:00 PM. If you will arrive after 6:00 PM, please contact us. Dinner service starts no later than 7:00 PM. (If you arrive after 7:00 PM, we cannot provide dinner.)
From February 2020 onward, the entire property is non-smoking.
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note that we cannot accept Reservations for groups or parties of 10 or more guests. (Even if you make separate Reservations by Room, if your group totals 10 or more guests, we cannot serve meals together.)
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Introduction of the Accommodation




The picturesque view of the Kinugawa Onsen Gorge spreading along the valley.
The scenic view of the Kinugawa Onsen Gorge stretching along the valley.

Previously operated as "Tanigawa Hotel," in 1999, we renamed our Property to "Shizuka to Magokoro no Yado Nanae Yae" and made a fresh start. It all began with the first proprietress, Tsuyo Suzuki, who was deeply moved by the breathtaking views. Although the Property was initially far from the station, a station relocation now places us in a fortunate location just a 5-minute walk away. Our meals are adorned with ingredients brimming with the blessings of the mountains and rivers. Our spirit is encapsulated in the phrase, "The sights are in Nikko, the sincerity is in Nanae Yae." All of our staff are dedicated to making your travels and relaxation truly memorable.

Room
A standard Room with a spacious veranda facing the valley. A Japanese-style room with a wooden theme, popular among guests of all ages.

Discovered during the Edo period, Kinugawa Onsen is a historic hot spring that was once exclusively accessible to feudal lords and monks on pilgrimage to Nikko. It has long been known as "Kawaji for wounds, Taki (Kinugawa) for burns," representing one of Kanto's renowned hot springs.

Savor the flavors meticulously crafted by our head chef specializing in Japanese cuisine, ensuring your meal becomes a memorable part of your journey.
Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation
- The room
- Hot Springs & Baths
- Meal
Basic Information
| Taxes | An additional Hot Spring Tax of JPY 150 per adult will be charged. |
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| Card information | VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / UnionPay |
| Pets | Not allowed |
| Breakfast | There is no information about breakfast. |
| Your child | You can stay. |
| Room service | Not available |
| Common amenities |
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| Facilities and Features |
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| Esthetic Massage | None |
| Fitness gym | None |
| Public Bath |
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| Open-air bath |
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| Private bath |
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| Room with Open-Air Bath |
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| Room with Onsen Indoor Bath |
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| Spring quality and benefits | Alkaline Simple Hot Spring Neuralgia, sensitivity to cold, and fatigue recovery |
| Sauna | None |
| Hot stone spa | None |
| About Hygiene Measures | Our COVID-19 Measures
To help prevent infection and the spread of COVID-19, we are implementing the following measures with the health and safety of our guests and staff in mind. We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation.
- We have enhanced cleaning and disinfection throughout the property, and disinfectant is available in public areas.
- The building is continuously ventilated via air-conditioning (or mechanical ventilation) systems, and we also ventilate by opening windows and doors when possible.
- We thoroughly manage staff health, and staff may wear masks while serving guests.
- Upon arrival, we may ask about your health condition. |
Reviews
- Rooms & Amenities4.57
- Facility4.50
- Hospitality & Service4.81
- Meals4.68
- Onsen & Bath4.85
- Satisfaction4.76
*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*
*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*
Access Information
Tochigi Prefecture1060 Ohara, Kinugawa Onsen, Nikko City
TEL:+81-288-77-2222
From the Tokyo area:
By public transport: About 2 hours from Asakusa via the Tobu Limited Express “Spacia”.
By car: Take the Tohoku Expressway and exit at Utsunomiya IC, then continue on the Nikko-Utsunomiya Road. From Utsunomiya IC to Imaichi IC is about 20 minutes. From there, it’s about 25 minutes to Kinugawa Onsen via National Route 121.
From the Fukushima area:
By public transport: Take the Shinkansen from Fukushima to Utsunomiya, then take the JR Nikko Line and get off at Imaichi; transfer to the Tobu Line.
By car: Take the Tohoku Expressway and exit at Yaita IC. From Fukushima-Nishi IC to Yaita IC is about 2 hours. From there, it’s about 1 hour to Kinugawa Onsen via National Route 461.
- Parking Information
- Fee
- Free for guests
- Parking time
- 3:00 PM – 10:00 AM (next day)
- Parking space
- No restrictions
- Number of parking spaces
- 30 cars available outdoor
- Valet service
- Unavailable
- Pickup and drop-off information
- Unavailable
Frequently Asked Questions
Please provide information about Open-air bath.
・Business Hours: 00:00~24:00 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: None ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: (Heating, Adding Water) The men’s and women’s baths are switched at 12:00 a.m. For this changeover, the baths are closed from assistant to=all:final
What kind of facilities and features are available?
There are the following facilities and features. Hot spring・Rooms with open-air baths available・Open-air bath・Large public bath・Private bath・Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
I would like to know the access information.
From the Tokyo area: By public transport: About 2 hours from Asakusa via the Tobu Limited Express “Spacia”. By car: Take the Tohoku Expressway and exit at Utsunomiya IC, then continue on the Nikko-Utsunomiya Road. From Utsunomiya IC to Imaichi IC is about 20 minutes. From there, it’s about 25 minutes to Kinugawa Onsen via National Route 121. From the Fukushima area: By public transport: Take the Shinkansen from Fukushima to Utsunomiya, then take the JR Nikko Line and get off at Imaichi; transfer to the Tobu Line. By car: Take the Tohoku Expressway and exit at Yaita IC. From Fukushima-Nishi IC to Yaita IC is about 2 hours. From there, it’s about 1 hour to Kinugawa Onsen via National Route 461.
Is parking available?
・Fee: Free for guests ・Parking Hours: 3:00 PM – 10:00 AM (next day) ・Parking space: Length --- Vehicle width --- Vehicle height --- ・Number of parking spaces: 30 cars ・Valet Service: Unavailable
Please provide information about Room with Onsen Indoor Bath.
・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: None ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: (Heating, Adding Water) You may check in and check out at any time you like.
Please provide information about Private bath.
・Business Hours: 07:45~21:00 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: None ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: (Heating, Adding Water) The fee is JPY 3,500 (tax not included) per 45-minute session. Available time slots are 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, and 21:00; and the following morning at 7:45 and 8:45. Use is not available late at night or early in the morning from 22:00 to 7:00. Use is not available from 10:00 to 15:00 due to cleaning.
What kind of hygiene management is being conducted?
Our COVID-19 Measures To help prevent infection and the spread of COVID-19, we are implementing the following measures with the health and safety of our guests and staff in mind. We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation. - We have enhanced cleaning and disinfection throughout the property, and disinfectant is available in public areas. - The building is continuously ventilated via air-conditioning (or mechanical ventilation) systems, and we also ventilate by opening windows and doors when possible. - We thoroughly manage staff health, and staff may wear masks while serving guests. - Upon arrival, we may ask about your health condition.
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