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Located in the quietest area of the canyon in the secluded part of Shima Onsen, this Property features six Rooms and three free private Onsen baths, offering the luxury of Shima Onsen's pure, unaltered hot spring water. Meals include local ingredients such as Joshu beef, Mugibuta pork, and Akagi chicken, along with an abundance of fresh vegetables. Guests can enjoy dishes like irori-grilled specialties, Joshu's famous yaki-manju, and okirikomi noodles, all served in generous portions. Additionally, there are Plans featuring onsen-steamed dishes or lighter options, such as Joshu beef on a teppan grill or shabu-shabu with Gunma's specialty fish, Gin-Hikari. The Rooms include traditional Japanese-style accommodations as well as two artist Rooms featuring twin Japanese-style beds. These Rooms showcase works by local artists from Nakanojo Town, allowing guests to experience the essence of Nakanojo and Shima Onsen. Enhance your usual travel experience with a unique stay in these one-of-a-kind Rooms.

"Tsuru no Yu Onsen," a traditional Onsen Ryokan cherished by locals since the Edo period, offers a serene retreat surrounded by the rich natural beauty of Wakayama Prefecture. Nestled in a tranquil mountain setting, our iron-rich yellow-brown waters are renowned for their healing properties, including relief from fatigue, poor circulation, neuralgia, and chronic skin conditions—perfect for rejuvenating after your journey. Immerse yourself in the peaceful embrace of nature and relax both body and mind.Conveniently located just 20 minutes by car from Minabe I.C., our Ryokan is also an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions such as "Adventure World" and "Toretore Market," both approximately 40 minutes away by car. Experience the perfect blend of calm mountain ambiance and accessibility at our facility.Whether you're seeking quality time with loved ones or treating yourself to a well-deserved break, indulge in the luxury of historic Onsen waters and breathtaking natural surroundings at "Tsuru no Yu Onsen."

Our Hotel boasts a total of 17 types of Onsen, including our proud natural Onsen "Kyobijin no Yu," as well as 6 types of stone saunas, a Japanese-Italian fusion restaurant with a dessert counter bar, a recliner room equipped with over 8,000 manga books, a fitness gym, relaxation facilities, a haircut salon, and a body scrub service. For guests staying with us, the Onsen and recliner room are available continuously from 6:00 AM on the check-in day until 5:00 PM the following day, allowing you to enjoy a total of 35 hours of relaxation. We also offer private saunas by Reservation and occasionally host mini-concerts in the lobby. We provide a soothing and rejuvenating experience for our guests.

Ako Misaki is known as the “Naples of Japan,” thanks to the mild Seto Inland Sea climate and local produce. Italian restaurant SAKURAGUMI—certified as Japan’s first by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana—opened the auberge “Hotel Casa Vico” in 2024. Along with our signature Neapolitan cuisine, the ever-changing views from morning to noon and night during your stay will become a lifelong memory. With late check-out at 12:00, we promise you a relaxing escape from everyday life.We offer a wide selection of seasonal Plans unique to an auberge. Enjoy a truly restful time together with the chef’s cuisine.