Kawawa Station × Accommodation with Tatami Japanese-Style RoomHighly rated Hotel·Ryokan for Onsen and bath

This was our second stay. Once again, we were able to fully relax and enjoy the hot springs at a leisurely pace in a room with an open-air bath. As always, both dinner and breakfast were delicious (we especially loved the five small varieties of dried fish at breakfast—our family prefers that over being served one large piece). The staff were warm and attentive, and we had a very comfortable stay. Because we like this inn so much, this time I brought my elderly father and my sister who lives in the city. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back, and I was happy that both of them enjoyed it as well. During our meal, a new staff member with a beginner’s badge served us with great effort; their fresh yet polite manner left a wonderful impression. We look forward to seeing their continued growth. Thank you again for such a lovely time. We would love to visit again with someone special.

The ocean-view from the room was stunning. Above all, the meals were so lavish that we left completely full. We were amazed to see nine kinds of sashimi beautifully arranged on a large platter. Every dish was delicious. The hot spring baths were spacious and included an open-air bath, sauna, cold plunge, and jet bath—absolutely satisfying. We were able to relax at a leisurely pace. Thank you very much.

Staying at this price during the Obon holiday is wonderful. Although the exterior looks a bit worn, the inside has been nicely renovated and we were able to stay comfortably. The meals also offered sufficient quality and quantity for the price. However, perhaps because it was Obon, dinner felt drawn out as it took quite a long time for the next dishes to be served. That said, it was an Accommodation with excellent value for money and a high level of satisfaction.

I was amazed by the relaxed atmosphere of the Ryokan and the many delicious dishes—especially the abundance of fish—along with superb sake. The sunset and evening glow were incredibly beautiful and truly moving.

I made a Reservation for my daughter’s birthday. We were warmly welcomed on arrival by car, and the experience began with a matcha tea service. The semi-private dining area for dinner was decorated for her birthday, and we truly appreciated the thoughtful touch. The meal was also delicious. We chose a Room with an open-air bath, but there were quite a few stink bugs, which was the only slight disappointment. Of course, insects are part of nature and can’t be helped, and overall we had a wonderful stay.

It was our first time visiting the Chita Peninsula, and we stayed here as a couple. We loved that we could see the ocean from our Room, the Onsen, and the dining area! The seafood-filled meals were also excellent. We arrived early before check-in time, but thank you for accommodating us. The view, Onsen, and food were all extremely satisfying!!!

The Room’s open-air bath was wonderful. The meals were more than enough for women; men might find them a bit light, but for those who drink alcohol, I felt they were sufficient. I think it would be better if breakfast times were staggered. The staff’s sense of distance also felt very comfortable to me. Sorry to mention this at the end. Thank you very much.

The sea right in front of us wasn’t too crowded, so we were able to relax and take our time. Breakfast was delicious as well—highly recommended for anyone looking for a laid-back stay.

I chose this Accommodation because I wanted to relax in a bath with an ocean view, and it offers ocean-view rooms with private open-air baths. I later realized it was featured in the Michelin Guide (Tokai edition). There are many baths throughout the Accommodation—on the rooftop, on the 5th floor, two on the 3rd floor, and one on the 2nd floor—but unfortunately the 2nd-floor bath was closed on the day of my stay. The in-room open-air bath had plenty of hot water and a great view, and I enjoyed it very much. The 5th-floor bath is a reservable private bath in 25-minute slots, so it felt a bit rushed. On the 3rd floor, if it’s available you can lock it and use it privately; I used only one of them, and its semi-open-air style was best suited for washing up. I used the rooftop open-air bath after dinner—the gradient of colors in the sky was stunning, and I could even see an evening star, making for a truly beautiful experience; however... because there is nothing to block the wind on the rooftop, I felt very cold even during the short walk to the tub. You may want to choose your season if you want to fully enjoy it. The staff were cheerful and kind. I booked a Plan with breakfast and dinner; both meals were delicious and felt like just the right amount. Perhaps because everything paired well with alcohol, I got thirsty at night and drank water several times (I appreciated that cold water was provided in a pot in my room). The bedding was high quality and I slept well. Overall satisfaction was high—an Accommodation that made me want to return. One disappointing point—also mentioned by others—was that there were many marks on the tatami mats that looked like they came from dragging tables or other furniture around. Also as others have noted, there were some areas where cleaning seemed insufficient: higher spots and exterior sides of window frames looked like they hadn’t been wiped for quite some time. What bothered me most this time was that weeding around the open-air bath area hadn’t been done at all. It seems like it could be finished within an hour—or handled with weed killer—but since there don’t seem to be many young people locally and older staff appear to be running things mainly themselves, this may be easier said than done. Photos from when Game 16 of Ryuo Title Match (Season 16) was held here are displayed inside; you can see younger versions of Morishita Koji? Wait: Actually "森内、羽生" are Yoshiharu Morinouchi? It's "Morinouchi" vs "Habu". Alongside them is also a young Sugimoto Masayuki (8-dan), famous as mentor to Fujii Sota (six titles). Shogi fans—and especially Fujii fans—should definitely take a look.

I stayed for three nights for the first time in 20 years. The Room hadn’t changed much since then, but the dining area had become much cleaner, and I gradually became friendly with the owner. My companion asked on a whim if they could make fried chicken from the menu, and they kindly did—it truly moved me. I’m not sure when it will be, but I would definitely like to stay again. Thank you very much.

I had dietary requirements, and after informing them in advance, they accommodated me with great care and attention to detail. Every staff member provided excellent service, and I had a very comfortable stay. Thank you very much. This is an Accommodation I definitely want to visit again!

This is exactly the kind of Accommodation I was looking for. The food is delicious, and it’s a warm, welcoming Accommodation—a Ryokan. I had a truly meaningful stay. Thank you very much.

We visited as a family with our 0-year-old, and it was a comfortable Accommodation to stay in. The staff were kind to our child and greeted us with warm smiles, which we truly appreciated. The food was delicious and made us feel pampered. The ocean view from the Room was beautiful, and I’m glad this was the place for our baby’s first stay at a Ryokan and first time seeing the sea. We’d love to visit again when our child is older.

We stayed for one night on a family trip. Every dish was truly delicious, and the grilled dancing abalone was especially tender and outstanding! When our child suddenly said they wanted ice cream during our stay, all the staff kindly and cheerfully helped us right away, which we really appreciated. The whole Accommodation felt warm and welcoming. Our child was also very happy, saying, “It was so clean and wonderful!” We were able to make great memories as a family. If we have the chance to visit Chita again, this is an Accommodation we would definitely like to stay at. Thank you very much!

Just before the Obon holidays, my family suddenly decided they wanted to go to an Onsen, so we looked nearby and chose this Accommodation because it had availability and seemed well reviewed. I had seen a Review elsewhere saying the Room lighting was dim, so I was a bit worried, but it wasn’t as dark as I expected. (That said, the labels on the switches next to the bed were hard to see, and I accidentally turned off the air conditioner in the middle of the night.) The bigger issue was the sink in the Room: the faucet was hard to turn with wet hands, and the drain strainer was a cheap-looking white plastic one like you’d find at a 100-yen shop. It looked bad and clogged quickly, which was inconvenient. Even 100-yen shops sell strainers with covers, so I’d appreciate it if you could at least switch to one of those. Because this is a small Accommodation, we rarely ran into other guests in the bath and could relax. Also, since tatami mats were laid on the floor, even my family member with mobility issues felt safe. We were able to enjoy our meals in private rooms assigned by each group; the portions were just right for women and everything was delicious. I may have been strict about some Room features, but overall we were satisfied. Thank you very much.

Dinner was an all-you-can-eat sukiyaki, and I was amazed by the incredibly tender and delicious meat. Breakfast included a variety of side dishes that went perfectly with unlimited rice, plus grilled meat in the morning! However, the site did not mention that dinner would include crab and sashimi platters or that breakfast offered unlimited shirasu (whitebait) and eggs. Even considering those points, the meals were absolutely fantastic. Additionally, during both breakfast and dinner, there were 2L bottles of juice available for unlimited refills (hot coffee and tea were also provided). Of course, the bath was amazing too. Unlike some reviews mentioning private baths being too hot, it was at a perfect temperature where you could comfortably soak for 30 minutes!

The building and Room have a retro Showa-era feel, but the Room was well cleaned and felt very tidy. I made a Reservation expecting good meals, and there were many dishes—every one was delicious. It exceeded my expectations. The children’s meal also had many kid-friendly options, and my child was happy. The staff were very helpful, and I’d like to stay here again when I’m in the area.

I booked a plan that included dinner. The room was just the right size for spending time with my family. The shower room in the room felt a bit small, but there were no issues using it. Dinner was excellent, with plenty of seafood to enjoy. There was so much food that we couldn't finish it all... We felt sorry about that. Overall, we were very satisfied. Thank you very much!