Kohnagai Station × Flower-Viewing AccommodationHighly rated Hotel·Ryokan

I stayed here while returning home during the summer holidays. Among the many traditional Japanese house accommodations, this one stood out for its elegance—originally a samurai residence, it has a refined presence. In particular, the garden is designed with a small stream running through it, giving charm not only to the building but to the entire property. Inside, fresh flowers of various kinds were arranged throughout, and despite being an unmanned accommodation, it felt thoughtfully cared for with attentive touches. The bath was not an Onsen, but there were so many other appealing qualities that it didn’t feel like much of a drawback. Perhaps because of its location it may be an area that’s harder for tourists to visit, but for travelers from Japan and abroad alike, this accommodation is well worth visiting with the stay itself as part of the purpose of the trip. I would love to return when I have another chance.