Nationwide × Highly rated Hotel·Ryokan for Onsen and bath - 656Page Number

We stayed again this year following last year. The points we noted in last year’s survey had been improved, and my companion was very satisfied. If we have the opportunity, we would like to stay again next year.

We stayed as a couple. Many Accommodations today try to satisfy guests by having everything fully equipped, but this place isn’t about that. Instead, the landlady who handles everything on her own offers such thoughtful care, warm hospitality, and attentive service that it more than makes up for it—an Accommodation that left us truly satisfied. The food was delicious, and we enjoyed local sake as well. They prepared an irori hearth and even set up a brazier outside so we could enjoy stargazing, and they also provided hot-water bottles—unique pleasures different from the usual stay. An Accommodation that satisfies the eyes, ears, stomach, and heart; we’d love to visit again.

Used by a family of four. Since our children are small, we chose in-Room dining for dinner. Both the in-Room meal and the breakfast buffet were delicious. Our 2-year-old loved the kids’ area and played there for over two hours. There also seemed to be many guests who looked like government employees, and we hardly saw any foreign visitors. The only disappointments were that the futons were a bit thin, the mobile signal was weak, and the Wi-Fi connection was not very reliable.

The space was refined and simple, very clean, and extremely comfortable. The kids were very happy too! We only came back to sleep, so we couldn’t use the sauna—unfortunately. We visited in summer for a Multiple Night Stay, but the weather was bad and the temperature was low, so the indoor temperature didn’t rise much. Since everything is connected through an open atrium and the beams are exposed, I wonder about how well it maintains indoor temperatures in both summer and winter. Also, the bathroom had only amenities, a shower, and a bathtub, so I would have liked at least one wash basin. It felt like an overseas Hotel. And because it was a Multiple Night Stay, I also wished there had been something like a small sponge to do a bit of cleaning in the bathroom. I wrote down these requests as well, but it was a quiet place and only about 30 minutes from central Sendai. If I have another chance, I’d love to stay again at a more relaxed pace. Thank you!!!

It was a beautifully renovated Accommodation. The meals prepared by the owner were delicious. The children also enjoyed having breakfast in the courtyard. The owner is friendly, and very knowledgeable, so our conversations were enjoyable. Walking around Usuki was not crowded, and we were able to enjoy the charming old scenery. If we have the chance, we would definitely like to stay again and explore the town.

We stayed here for one night during our trip to visit Fuji-Q Highland, Lake Kawaguchi, and Lake Yamanaka. It was very reasonably priced and clean, and in the morning we opened the blinds and could see the summit of Mt. Fuji—it was wonderful.

First, thank you for coming outside to greet us at the entrance. We were welcomed with Chinese black tea with honey as a welcome drink. The meals were home-style cuisine from Guilin, China, based on the idea that food is medicine, along with creative Japanese and Western dishes; both the aperitif and the tea were from China. The owner’s wife—more like a traditional hostess—is originally from Guilin, China. The ingredients were also carefully selected, making everything delicious: vegetables and rice from Nagano, fish, and fruit from the husband’s family in Yamagata. The Room had just been renovated and was clean and comfortable. We appreciated having a unit bath in each Room. It may not suit those who want to soak in a large bathtub, though. Breakfast was also healthy and made with carefully chosen ingredients. There was a drink bar and coffee from China as well. We could even see wild birds and squirrels from the window. When we took a walk nearby, we also encountered deer. We were touched that they came outside again to see us off when we left. It was so good that we will definitely return.

We stayed for two nights to cheer at our daughter’s tournament. It was close to the station and in a convenient location, which made getting around by subway very easy. The staff were all very kind. The Room was well equipped with a charger, and there were microwaves on each floor, so we were very satisfied with the Facility. In the morning, complimentary coffee (iced and hot) and corn tea were available in front of the front desk, which was a nice touch.

Thank you so much for picking us up at Kawana Station in the rain, even though our arrival time was uncertain. Thanks to you, we were able to see our grandchildren. The bed was very comfortable and we slept well. Breakfast was excellent, and we would love to stay again.

The building has an old mountain-cabin style, but the interior is kept clean. It has a spacious living Room, a dining kitchen, and two Japanese-style Rooms. You can also enjoy a BBQ on the large terrace. Air conditioning is fully equipped, so it’s comfortable even if you have a dog that gets hot easily. Also, the bath is very spacious.

I visited here as a child, and the exterior hasn’t changed. It’s an old building, but the inside is very well cleaned and everything was spotless—especially the wooden hallways, which were shiny everywhere. The Onsen baths—the semi-open-air cave-style bath and the family bath with plenty of yunohana—were very hot, and I personally couldn’t get in without adding cold water. The large public bath was just slightly on the hot side. The meals were reasonably tasty—a typical mountain Ryokan menu with a bit more wild vegetables than usual. The grilled fish with soba miso in the photo was especially delicious. Because of the antenna, TV reception wasn’t good, so I’d really like this to be fixed. I heard this Ryokan has been operating for over 400 years, and I hope it continues for many years to come.

We visited as a family of nine. The moment we entered the Room, everyone got super excited! The grandkids were having a blast (lol). It had a calm, kura-style atmosphere, the garden was beautifully maintained, and the open-air bath felt great. This kura-style Accommodation was amazing! We’ll definitely stay again when we’re in the area. Thank you for your kind hospitality and for taking such good care of us. The only minor issue was that the open-air bath uses recirculated water, and we noticed a slight chlorine smell.

The building felt a bit old, but the Room was clean with refreshed wallpaper. The Facility is basic but comfortable enough. It was also surprisingly quiet, so I had a pleasant stay. Great value for money.

Our family of three was able to relax and stay comfortably, just like at home. It was great that we could spend time together on the sofa and also rest at our own pace. On the other hand, the 20-minute walk from Hakata Station was tough when carrying a lot of luggage in hot weather, and we would like improvements such as making it easier to reach you by phone and providing instructions for the sofa bed. There are also izakayas and a supermarket within walking distance, which was very convenient.

The Room was clean, there was a TV, the sauna had an ocean view, and there was also a cold plunge bath—everything was excellent. The space was very comfortable and relaxing as well. It would have been even better if there had been one more set of basic skincare amenities and towels.

When information isn’t available on the website, I look it up elsewhere. It said there was a coin laundry, but there wasn’t. I was left wondering if I have to call every time to confirm. From the outside, it looks like lots of containers, but inside the Room doesn’t feel like a container at all. This time my Room had no neighboring Room, so it was very quiet. I’d always wanted to stay at a container Hotel—my wish came true.

I chose this Accommodation for my first stay in Usa City. The staff gave a thorough explanation of the Facility, which left a great impression. You can also borrow loungewear and two towels, so you could stay even if you arrive empty-handed at worst. As for the bath, since it was Saturday I aimed to go after 10:00 PM, but as expected for such a popular Facility it was quite crowded. When groups of about 4–5 people move around the sauna and baths at the same time, they end up taking over and other guests can hardly use them. I also used another Hotel I was considering for a day-use bath; its large public bath was about the same size, so if around 30 people bathe at once it would feel very cramped. The service and Facility are excellent, so I thought it would be even better if Onsen users could be managed a bit more (for example, splitting usage times by preferred time slots for staying guests, or separating hours for day visitors). It’s far from where I live, but I’d like to stay here again when I visit Usa City. Thank you very much.