Around Shogawa Gorge × Highly rated Hotel·Ryokan

I stayed here about 10 years ago and had always hoped to come back someday! After being transferred for work and moving to the Hokuriku area, I was finally able to return as I’d wished. As always, we received a warm welcome from the moment we arrived. My memory is a bit hazy, but I feel like the restaurant may have been renovated!! After soaking in the hot spring, my skin felt silky smooth; I warmed up from the core and slept very well! The crab miso from the optional red snow crab add-on was unbelievably delicious—I was truly impressed!

This stay was our long-awaited “revenge trip” after we had to cancel in February because a family member came down with the flu. Because the entire Accommodation is covered with tatami, our family member with mobility issues didn’t need to put on geta or slippers, and we were able to relax without stress. The Room was spotless and well maintained, making it very comfortable, and the view opened straight onto an unspoiled rural landscape. We took a breather with a welcome drink before dinner. Dinner featured an abundance of seasonal ingredients such as red snow crab, roe-bearing sweetfish, and matsutake mushrooms—delighting not only the palate but also the eyes and nose. The large public bath felt wonderfully open, as if an outdoor bath were floating within the garden. Towels were also stacked in front of the bath area, so there was no need to bring them from your Room as is common these days. If I had to mention one thing, I feel it would be more fitting to have towels rather than paper towels placed near the sink in the Room. At departure they even removed leaves stuck to our car’s windshield. There was no pushy “this-and-that” service; instead, their thoughtful attention that reaches exactly where needed was truly pleasant. It was an exceptional Accommodation that made us want to return in another season.

A tranquil, standalone inn in Inami, selected by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the “50 Quiet Places in the World.” The houses lining the approach to Zuisenji Temple were each adorned with intricate wood carvings. We were thoroughly satisfied with the course meal featuring local ingredients, complemented by a refreshing aroma of smoked flavors. Both the room and dining area felt calm and relaxing. We’d love to return.

The service was excellent, and all the staff were courteous and attentive, making our stay very comfortable. Both dinner and breakfast were satisfying, with great portions and quality. The Onsen was especially enjoyable—the open-air bath felt wonderful, the water quality was great, and we were able to relax and fully enjoy it. As for the Facility, some areas felt a bit dated, but everything was kept clean, and overall we had a comfortable stay. With such high satisfaction in service, meals, and the Onsen, this was an Accommodation we would gladly stay at again if given the opportunity.

This was my third stay. I was so happy to have a room with a private semi-open-air hot spring bath for the first time, and I enjoyed it many times. The meals were excellent, and the staff kindly celebrated my birthday with warm smiles, which made me very happy. I’ll be sure to visit again. Thank you very much!

I booked the Bring-Your-Own BBQ Plan. The gazebo in a separate building was already set up with a charcoal grill and other equipment, which was very convenient. We had a great time with our favorite ingredients and drinks. However, there is no dedicated lighting in the gazebo. Even with two lanterns, it was quite dark. If the cottage has an outdoor power outlet, you might be able to run an extension cord and use temporary lighting. We used Iguchi’s Yu-Yu Land Hanatsubaki for bathing, so we did not use the cottage bath. It was wonderful to spend time with friends again after a long while. I would like to stay here again.

I stayed at TATEGU-YA in Inami, Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture. It felt relaxing and peaceful, as if I were staying in my own home (a second house). On Inami’s main street, Youkamachi-dori, there is the “Shotaro Ikenami Fureai-kan.” Although Ikenami was from Tokyo, his father’s family were temple carpenters in Inami, and that connection is said to have sparked his relationship with the town. Ikenami’s feelings for Inami carry the same warmth he would have for a hometown. By staying at this inn, I felt that I too was able to experience some of the warmth that Ikenami held for Inami.