Jōshū-Tomioka Station × Accommodation For Enjoying Walks In The Onsen TownRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Nestled at the foot of Mount Myogi, a famous peak in Gunma Prefecture, "Hotel Sakura-ya" in Isobe Onsen is a historic Ryokan established in 1870. Beloved by literary figures and artists, this location offers excellent access, being only about 90 minutes from Tokyo. Situated in a quiet riverside setting, it provides a tranquil retreat. The charming guest rooms, including Japanese-style and Japanese-Western style rooms, offer views of the Usui River's gentle flow, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. The Onsen, rich in salt content, is known for its smooth and warm sensation, making it effective for relieving fatigue. Enjoy a rejuvenating experience for both body and mind in the large communal bath or the open-air bath.

The birthplace of the Onsen symbol, Isobe Onsen has been cherished by many poets since the Edo period. This long-established Ryokan embodies Japanese tradition, featuring spacious Japanese-style rooms "Kafukan" built in the Sukiya style, a bicarbonate strong saline cold mineral Onsen known as "Beauty's Bath," seasonal Kaiseki Japanese cuisine using local ingredients, and the popular soft tofu in the Japanese-style breakfast.

Our specialty "Fluffy Tofu Hot Pot," also known as the edible Onsen, is the pride of our establishment. Enjoy its unique fluffy and melty texture. The 12-tatami Japanese-style Room with a great view of the Isobe Onsen town offers a refreshing scenery of Mount Haruna. Wireless LAN is installed for internet access. From the bath, you can enjoy the spring scenery with blooming cherry blossoms. We provide meals incorporating abundant ingredients from Gunma Prefecture, promoting local production and consumption.

A new style Ryokan was established in Isobe in July 2022. This is a new style Ryokan designed for those who prefer a more casual travel experience rather than the extensive services of a traditional Ryokan. Enjoy a private space with an entire Property reserved for your stay. The Property features a spacious living room, three different types of bedrooms, a ping-pong Room, a board game Room, and more, all packed into one luxurious private space. Equipped with a wooden deck, soft Kyoto Wasarashi cotton pajamas, and ReFa hair dryers, your stay will be comfortable and enjoyable. With the tableware, cooking utensils, and hot plates provided at our Property, you can enjoy activities like a barbecue or takoyaki party. While you are welcome to prepare or bring your own meals for dinner and breakfast, we also offer a Plan where you can have barbecue ingredients, including meat directly delivered from the local "Hagiwara Meat Shop" to your Room on the day of your stay. For breakfast, we can provide a popular colorful bagel sandwich and drink set at the attached café. Starting November 2024, we have introduced a private sauna, available free of charge for our guests. The "Misa Sauna Stove" used in the sauna is directly imported from Finland. Unlike the high-temperature dry saunas commonly found in Japan, we have adopted a Finnish wet sauna style, where water is poured over heated sauna stones. This gentle and wet Finnish sauna experience can be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders. Conveniently located just an 18-minute train ride from Takasaki Station and a 2-minute walk from the station, you can enjoy your stay with peace of mind.

Enjoy an exclusive private getaway in a villa crafted by master carpenters, with mountain views from the garden. Bring your own food and drinks; gas BBQ and hot pot party equipment are available to borrow free of charge. The elegant single-story “Mitsuba Residence” is a renovated historic villa, offering warm, family-run hospitality. With three Japanese-style Rooms and one Western-style Room with a king bed, you can stay in comfort. Special amenities for everyone from infants to seniors make this Accommodation ideal for large family vacations. The sunroom and living room feature games, toys, and a table tennis set, so family and friends can enjoy memorable time together. Isobe Onsen is just 4 minutes away by car—perfect as a base for sightseeing. About 3 minutes by car from JR Isobe Station, about 10 minutes from Matsuida-Myogi IC, and about 35 minutes to Karuizawa by car. Maximum occupancy: 16 guests