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Everything was excellent, including the surrounding environment. The staff and the proprietress were all impeccable in their hospitality. Thank you very much. We will visit again in November to see the autumn leaves.

The locally caught fish dishes were very delicious. Since it wasn’t buffet-style, we were able to enjoy our meal at a relaxed pace. The open-air bath had a milky white sulfur spring, with a great atmosphere, and it warmed us up thoroughly. It’s far even from Aomori, but it’s a hidden gem.

I had always wanted to visit Shirahone Onsen. It’s far from home, so I rarely had the chance, but I finally made it. It truly felt like a secluded hot spring in the mountains—the water quality was excellent, and the open-air bath was wonderful. The meals were delicious, and the facilities were kept very clean. The souvenir shop also had some unique items, and I enjoyed everything. Chatting with the friendly staff made the experience even better.

The Onsen was wonderful, and the thoughtfully prepared seasonal cuisine was delicious. The Room was barrier-free, with views of the green mountains from the window. Art panels and lighting featuring Gokayama washi paper were used throughout, creating a very pleasant space. The bed firmness was just right, helping us recover from travel fatigue, and we were able to relax and take our time. We also learned about the Kokiriko folk song at this Accommodation. The staff were friendly and attentive, making this an Accommodation whose hospitality stayed with us. Thank you very much.

The Onsen was incredibly relaxing. It felt like soaking in a facial toner, and my skin became silky smooth!

We chose a Room with a private Onsen and stayed there. It was our first time, and the futons were already laid out in the Room, with consideration given to minimizing unnecessary staff entry. As it is mineral spring water, it is heated, but the clear, colorless water was easy to soak in and warmed us up nicely even at a lukewarm temperature. The meals were excellent—sashimi and grilled fish that you wouldn’t expect for a place near the mountains. Insects may occasionally wander into the open-air bath in the Room, which some guests might find bothersome, but we were fine with it. If it were closer, we would love to visit this Accommodation again.

This was my second stay, and it was relaxing again. I have stayed at other accommodations in Zao Onsen several times, but this accommodation is highly recommended in every aspect—Onsen, meals, and price. During my previous stay, the elevator directly connected to the open-air bath was out of order, which was inconvenient. This time it had been repaired, making access from the room to the open-air bath smooth—I ended up using it five times. Both dinner and breakfast were served as set meals, and we were very satisfied with the quality and variety. We stayed as a family of three and felt refreshed in every way. We will definitely return. Thank you again for a wonderful stay.

The room was luxurious and came with a private bath, twin beds, and a large flat-screen TV. The meals were also lavish, served in two courses. The first course focused on mountain vegetables, and the second was a more filling set. A Peruvian staff member served our meal, and we enjoyed chatting with her. If I have the chance, I would like to visit again. Thank you very much for your wonderful hospitality.

I was a bit worried the road to the Accommodation went so far back, but I arrived safely. It’s a quiet Accommodation on the edge of a rural area. They also offer day-use bathing, but the bath area is spacious so it never felt crowded. The Onsen water was soft and at just the right temperature, and I could relax and soak at ease. Dinner was delicious, and I even enjoyed the kamameshi to finish. At night, the open-air bath under a sky full of stars was outstanding. The rice at breakfast was excellent—no surprise for a region known for its rice. It’s not a flashy Facility, but it was a warm and pleasant Accommodation.

I traveled with my son, and we were completely satisfied with the hospitality. If you have time, there seem to be various activities you can enjoy after check-in. (We checked in after 5:00 p.m., so we didn’t use them.) The restaurant food was excellent. It’s a buffet, but it covers most of Yamagata’s local specialties. The main dish—wood-fired Zao beef—really lets you taste the meat’s natural flavor, and it pairs perfectly with red wine. All-you-can-drink wine from Takeda Winery and Woody Farm was included, which was amazing. Even beer (Asahi and Heartland) was all-you-can-drink—what a surprise. Next time, I’d like to stay with my whole family. Thank you very much!

We stayed here with a couple of friends on the middle day of a three-day holiday weekend. The exterior felt a bit old, but the Room had been well renovated and was clean. In addition to the large public bath, there are six private open-air baths that can be locked, including one beside the gorge.\nWe were able to forget about everyday life and truly enjoy our time as a couple.\nAlthough it is a large Ryokan, it feels like a family-run place and has a warm atmosphere. We plan to stay again.

This accommodation is located right next to a famous architectural accommodation in Shibu Onsen, in front of the ninth bath of the Sotoyu Meguri. It is an ideal location for enjoying the Sotoyu Meguri. The hospitality from all staff, including the proprietress, is exceptional, making it a very pleasant place to stay. While the guest rooms are slightly dated, the meals are impeccable in both variety and taste, and of course, the onsen water soothes deep into your body to relieve daily fatigue. For us as a couple, this accommodation exceeded our expectations.

At first, based on the photos, I didn’t have very high expectations when we visited… but they prepared a very spacious Japanese-Western style room for us. On the table there were small, adorable rice balls—such a thoughtful touch. As expected from Uonuma, Japan’s top rice-producing region. Both at dinner and breakfast, the service was incredibly kind and attentive. Not only was the rice excellent, but all of the food was delicious—and thanks to the wonderful hospitality, we enjoyed it even more. The hot spring water felt great, and by the next morning my skin felt silky smooth. Everything also seemed very well cleaned. The open-air bath is small, but since it’s on the rooftop, the night view was beautiful. Inside the building there were various nostalgic items on display—we ended up reminiscing and even got absorbed in playing some games. As we left our room and waited for the elevator, a staff member who had been cleaning nearby went out of their way to bow politely and see us off with “Thank you very much—please take care.” All of the staff greeted us with warm smiles, and we truly had a comfortable stay. These days many places rely on overseas staff where communication can be difficult at times, but here we were happy to receive such courteous and gentle service. It became an inn we would definitely like to visit again. The building itself feels old and shows its age, but it is carefully kept clean—once you visit, it isn’t an issue at all. One note (my own carelessness): I slightly cut my finger on an inner edge of the towel rack. It may be good for children or elderly guests to be a little careful around it. Thank you very much.

I stayed here because it’s close to the drone school!

Soaking in the Onsen surrounded by nature is truly uplifting. Just an hour from Nagoya is also a plus.

We chose to stay here as it was difficult to use a Ryokan due to our large family. The Facility and equipment were very well-maintained and clean. The children had a great time playing table tennis and basketball, but please note that the Room for these activities does not have air conditioning, so be cautious of heatstroke. For dinner, we purchased ingredients around Odawara and enjoyed a BBQ. It was a very enjoyable experience. There were two baths available; however, one of them did not provide Onsen water, so we deducted one star from our rating. Other than that, we had a very comfortable stay. Despite being in the mountains, Yamato Transport provided same-day delivery service for luggage like clothes, making everything smooth and convenient. Thank you very much for this wonderful experience!

The dinner was impressively elaborate. It was incredibly delicious, and I believe staying here was worth it just for the meal.

This was my 6th visit to Nakanosawa Onsen and 2nd stay at Osakaya. The onsen water at Nakanosawa Onsen is excellent, which keeps me coming back. While the onsen town lacks entertainment, it’s unnecessary if your main purpose is enjoying the hot springs. Since it was a weekday after summer vacation, there were no other guests, allowing us to enjoy a private experience—an unexpected luxury! At Osakaya, the "Irori Plan" offers outstanding meals. Every dish—from small appetizers to horse sashimi, boar hot pot, and 100% buckwheat soba—is exquisite. Even the rice balls served as a late-night snack are delicious. While the room location may not be ideal for views, the quality of the onsen and meals more than justifies the price. I look forward to visiting again!

Thank you very much for your thoughtful assistance from the time we requested a change from no meals to meals included with our Reservation. It truly felt like an old castle in the forest, and the Room had a wonderful atmosphere. Above all, the baths—especially the open-air bath—had silky-smooth water, and I wanted to soak in it every day. The restaurant staff were also very attentive, and as expected of Niigata, the food was absolutely delicious.

We stayed as a family of three and were very satisfied with the sophisticated soba-based creative cuisine and excellent service. The facility is simple, making the price reasonable, and it was impeccably clean. This is an accommodation we would love to visit again and again.