Nagahama Taikou Onsen × Accommodation For Enjoying Autumn FlavorsRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Just outside our inn, you’ll find a breathtaking view of the Nagahama Kohoku area—selected as one of Japan’s “Top 100 Sunsets.” The Japanese-inspired interior creates a serene vista in harmony with the lake and the mountains across the water. From your Room, enjoy the beautiful sunset that turns Lake Biwa a deep crimson. Our cuisine is prepared with care using fresh seasonal specialties from the Lake Country and locally sourced ingredients, bringing out the natural flavors of each ingredient.Trained staff specializing in animal care are on-site at all times, and we provide Facilities and services so you can relax comfortably with your dog. Even if it’s your first trip traveling with your dog, you can stay with peace of mind.

Rather than greeting you with “Welcome,” we would like to welcome you home. Kohayu is a Ryokan with a warm, traditional Japanese atmosphere. Please relax and unwind in our soothing surroundings.

In the late Sengoku period, Nagahama flourished as a castle town founded by Hashiba (Toyotomi) Hideyoshi. Located beside Hoko Park (Nagahama Castle) on the shores of Lake Biwa, “Hamakozuki” is an Onsen fine-dining Ryokan. Kohoku and Nagahama still preserve much of the culture and romance of the Sengoku era. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Biwa from Taiko Onsen and savor our refined cuisine.

Grand Opening on March 1, 2023! A Fisherman's Accommodation Embracing the Blessings of Lake Biwa ― The First Fisherman Ryokan in Shiga Prefecture Operated by Two Generations ― Run by a fisherman and chef, we offer a unique experience where only the freshest fish personally selected and prepared by the owner is served. Enjoy the exquisite taste of natural lake fish such as Biwa trout and eel caught in Lake Biwa. We provide an unforgettable experience with ingredients full of nature's charm unique to Omi, creating memorable moments for your journey.

A Resort Hotel on the shores of Lake Biwa, inspired by the city of Verona in Northern Italy, a sister city of Nagahama. Enjoy the expansive Lake Biwa before you and the exquisite cuisine inheriting the flavors of traditional restaurants.