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We stayed on September 10 and 11. Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy and rainy, and my husband and I stayed with his parents. My father-in-law suffered a stroke 15 years ago and cannot move the right side of his body well. We brought a wheelchair, which was challenging, but as soon as we arrived, the staff at Yamaboshi came out and helped us with everything together with us. We are truly very grateful. Each dish was carefully prepared, and we enjoyed it not only for the taste but also for how it looked. If we have another opportunity, we would love to visit again. With the autumn foliage season coming up, I’m sure you will be busy—please take care of yourselves and keep up the great work. Thank you very much to everyone at Yamaboshi for your wonderful hospitality. Thank you

Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t great, but the hotel was wonderful. From the pickup to the proprietress’s greeting and our send-off, all the staff were friendly and welcoming with warm smiles. The bath was on the hot side with a crisp, refreshing quality to the water. Above all, the meals were outstanding—everything from the first course onward was truly handmade, and we were completely satisfied. Breakfast was also excellent, especially the freshly made rolled omelet (dashimaki tamago). They also have a great selection of alcoholic drinks. We hear it’s especially lovely during the autumn foliage season as well. We’d love to visit again. Thank you for taking such good care of us.

This was my second stay. Just like last time, the meals were incredibly delicious and truly impressed me. Even classic dishes like shabu-shabu had thoughtful touches that felt unique to this Accommodation, which was a pleasant surprise and made dining a real joy. The Room was also comfortable and clean, and I was able to relax completely. The Onsen was wonderful, and I enjoyed the bath in the Room as well as the other private baths many times. The attentive yet unobtrusive service was also very pleasant. Thank you very much. I would love to stay again.

During this Go To Travel campaign, I stayed at about 13 properties, and the meals here were the best—just as you’d expect from a kaiseki Ryokan. Everyone should visit at least once.

On the way there, it was tough because the road was too narrow for cars to pass and there was heavy mist, but I was able to enjoy this wonderful cottage all to myself in a quiet, secluded location. The elderly woman who handled our communication was very kind, and the day after my stay she brought me homemade brown rice okowa, green shiso kelp, and daikon with chirimen—everything was delicious. I will definitely be back.

Nozawa Onsen has few accommodations that allow pets. Among them, we had an excellent stay in a spacious log house room, enjoying a relaxing onsen experience. They provided a parking pass for visiting the public baths in town and even allowed us to use the onsen after the trail race the next day. The attentive service was truly appreciated. We look forward to staying here again when we participate in the race next year.

Dogs can take a relaxing stroll in the spacious garden. It was reassuring to be able to keep an eye on them, and we also enjoyed the setup where they could feel like they were having a bath. On top of that, dogs stay for free—truly appreciated. The bedding was very comfortable, and the kitchen with a view of the TV was spotless; everything was so clean that we’d love to come again. I almost don’t want it to become too popular after posting this, but it’s an Accommodation I highly recommend. We had no trouble shopping nearby either.

I have stayed at accommodations in the Naraya Group many times. I like them because they offer room-only plans, some properties have in-room hot spring baths (not all rooms), and they are relatively new. For dinner, I have a few regular places, but I also enjoy trying different restaurants each time. “Yukawa Terrace” is in a great location—just a few minutes’ walk from Yubatake—and there are plenty of restaurants and souvenir shops nearby, which is very convenient. The hot spring water in the room is excellent quality. I come to Kusatsu for this water, so I was very satisfied. I park at the Yubatake Tourist Parking Lot and walk close to 10 minutes while pulling my suitcase, but it doesn’t bother me too much (though it may get tougher as I get older). I want the coffee machine from the room! (LOL) There is no lotion or cream among the amenities, so please be sure to bring your own. I will visit again.

After about a 1.5-hour drive from the interchange, passing through Shiobara Onsen, you arrive at a quiet mountain Accommodation. The Room with an open-air bath features a 65-inch BRAVIA TV, Hida furniture, a Simmons bed, Dyson and T-fal appliances, and other top-class furnishings; the hospitality is excellent as well—coffee and Dolce are provided, and the refrigerator is stocked with All-Free and Aizu specialties. (Plenty of bath towels; high-quality yukata and samue are also available.) The Onsen in the open-air bath is free-flowing; although the water is clear and colorless, it left my skin feeling wonderfully smooth. However, what was slightly disappointing was the very ordinary dinner. Despite being an Onsen in a mountain setting that takes time to reach, there were few mountain ingredients or local specialties, and it was hard to tell what this Accommodation’s signature dish was (I assume Fukushima beef is the main). For this season especially, having something distinctive—such as mushroom dishes like shishitake or even one item featuring Nango tomatoes—would have made a more memorable impression. With its good spring quality and environment, I think this Accommodation is recommended for those who want to relax and take it easy.

The lobby and the room were stylish, spacious, and luxurious. Since it came with a kitchen, we bought ingredients in Otaru before heading to the hotel and enjoyed cooking and spending a delightful time together. The cooking utensils and tableware were well-equipped and of high quality, making our stay comfortable.

On a return visit after a while, we had a Multiple Night Stay and were satisfied. There were a few minor points: even though the Room’s open-air Onsen bath and the shower booth are separate, there was only one bath mat; and there is no temperature control for the Room’s open-air bath. Still, the Room, the staff service, and the Onsen were all wonderful. Valet parking had a 3,000 yen charge, but they always responded quickly. Overall, we were satisfied. The food, service, and wine selection at the main dining venue HITO by TAKUBO were also excellent. When I mentioned that breakfast drinks didn’t include tomato juice and I was disappointed, they kindly brought it for me even though it wasn’t on the list. I would be even happier if it were available from the start. We would like to visit again.

Other than check-in, check-out, and meals, we hardly met anyone. We were able to fully enjoy an exceptional level of privacy.

I visited with a friend for our once-a-year, slightly indulgent girls’ trip. The Accommodation seems to be located right in front of a local bus stop, but part of the national highway on the bus route was closed due to a landslide and buses were taking a detour, meaning extra travel time from both Takayama and Matsumoto. So my friend drove from Nagoya instead. We took a short break at the Hirugano Kogen Service Area to enjoy the magnificent scenery, and arrived comfortably in just under three hours with no traffic. There were spots with some snow remaining along the sides of the road, but there was no snow on the road itself. Even so, it gets cold in the mornings and evenings, so winter tires are recommended for peace of mind in case of icy conditions. The building is kept impeccably clean and is wrapped in a pleasant quietness and the lovely aroma of charcoal from the irori hearth—while our Room had no odor at all. We were welcomed into a spacious Room with delicious homemade pound cake as part of their hospitality, and as we chatted comfortably, time flew by. The cuisine was truly outstanding—bringing out the full flavor of each ingredient while presenting combinations and plating unlike anything I’d experienced before, far exceeding its reputation and my expectations. As richer foods have started to leave me feeling heavy or unwell the next day over recent years, I especially appreciated how refined every dish was; it felt like food I could happily enjoy even in my 80s without any heaviness. The chef’s and staff’s genuine desire for guests to enjoy themselves came through clearly. Perhaps because of the high altitude, alcohol seemed to hit more quickly—and since I also wanted to bathe—I unfortunately didn’t get around to trying the local craft beer or sake provided in our Room. Still, stepping outside after the sauna into crisp mountain air with grand peaks right before us felt incredible. The private hot Onsen bath attached to our Room—hotter than expected—with jazz at night and birdsong in the morning was pure luxury: an unbelievably relaxing stay beyond what I could imagine. I’d love to return to experience another season’s cuisine as well—I’ve become a true fan. Thank you very much for your wonderful hospitality.

Right in front of Lake Kussharo—an unbeatable location. Rera is built diagonally in front of Fre, so you may be a bit aware of each other’s presence, and I did wonder what it would feel like if someone walked by while I was in the bath. The view from the second floor is simply stunning. The ingredients for the meals are luxurious and delicious, but unfortunately the wine selection didn’t match our taste (it would have been nice if at least the grape varieties were listed). Despite the overall great sense of style, there were some everyday-looking items like hand soap placed in the washroom, which slightly took away from the atmosphere. There was a faint damp smell on the towels, and the indoor slippers felt too ordinary—disposable ones might actually be better.

Stayed in mid-January. Thank you for the thoughtful amenities such as rice, sparkling water, eggs, coffee, and seasonings. As mentioned in some reviews, the sauna temperature felt a bit lacking. It might have been due to the winter season, but it was slightly disappointing. Additionally, the mirroring function on the projector didn’t work well—possibly due to poor Wi-Fi connection. However, the room, kitchen, and location were excellent! I would love to stay again.

We stayed for two nights. We arrived on the day a typhoon hit, and after struggling to chop firewood it burned out in no time. Feeling discouraged, we headed for the open-air bath, but a sudden downpour intensified and something fell from the chestnut tree overhead, brushing my shoulder—so I hurried out of the tub. Then I stepped barefoot on a spiky chestnut burr and made my way back to the cabin with rain- and tears-blurred vision. Still, thanks to the clean, wonderfully fluffy bed, I was able to relax. The next morning, freshly ground and brewed coffee—made while my left forearm flexors trembled from all that wood-chopping—was exceptional. On our final morning after the typhoon had passed, we woke up early and had breakfast outside. No need to despair over a soaking-wet fire pit: a cassette gas stove is provided. The salt and pepper provided were so delicious that we put them on everything. Even an ordinary fried egg bought at a supermarket in Tokyo tasted as if it had been reborn as a “Nasu Highlands sunny-side egg” with just those seasonings. Reading this back, it sounds like only slightly questionable memories remain—but this is a wonderful Facility that I can highly recommend even for outdoor beginners like me. If it’s this fun even during a typhoon, I’m sure it would be amazing in good weather, so I’d love to return if I get the chance. *If you’re visiting: please watch out for the chestnut tree above the Onsen and your footing.*

This was our first time staying with our dog, and we were extremely satisfied. Our dog was probably even more satisfied. Everything was well equipped. We brought ingredients planning to grill meat; the Accommodation had a gas stove, and there was also a tabletop IH cooker, so we cooked in a frying pan. The only disappointment was that the frying pan was not compatible with IH. It’s an Accommodation we would definitely like to stay at again.

This was a thoroughly satisfying stay in every way. Right after arriving, we were captivated by the beautiful song of Japanese bush warblers. After entering our Room, we enjoyed the large public bath and open-air bath until dinner; the Onsen water was wonderfully clear, odorless, and tasteless with an excellent quality. Dinner featured a wide variety of dishes using many local ingredients—especially the apple gratin, which was surprisingly delicious. After sleeping soundly, we enjoyed morning bathing at four different spots to fully savor the Onsen, and breakfast also offered many options—so tasty that we ate a bit too much. Conversation with the proprietress was delightful, making it a truly enjoyable trip. This Accommodation is highly recommended for those who want to take their time enjoying the baths and meals.

The location and the Onsen seem to have been well designed by the company that operated it when it was built, and they are quite nice. However, it was disappointing that the Facility and courtyard were not well maintained despite their potential. The food and the staff’s service were excellent, and it is a good option in terms of reasonable pricing. I felt that many Accommodations purchased after COVID-related bankruptcies are like this, and may not last long.

I stayed with two parakeets. Since the Accommodation is located a little away from the tourist spots, it was quiet and relaxing. Everything we needed was provided, and we didn’t feel inconvenienced at all. Dinner was shabu-shabu, with plenty of vegetables and even udon to finish, which was more than satisfying. With an open-air bath included, we could bathe whenever we liked, and unlike staying at a Hotel, we didn’t feel rushed by schedules and were able to spend a leisurely time together with the birds. Next time, I’d like to book a Multiple Night Stay.