Dai-ichi Takimotokan

The pool is supposedly heated, but it was still quite cold, so my son—who gets chilly easily—couldn’t go in… But the open-air Onsen was amazing! Sipping a drink served on a tray while soaking in the open-air bath was the best. When ordering, you need to write your Room number, and since I didn’t remember mine, I couldn’t place my first order—so keep that in mind. We stayed in the South Wing; the Room was clean, and even the toothbrush amenities were made in Japan. They also provided a cute kids’ toothbrush. There was also an individually packaged Japanese-made facial care set included. We did a Multiple Night Stay with breakfast and dinner included, but one night might have been better as No Meals Included. Two days of buffet in a row was hard on our stomachs, and we couldn’t try any restaurants in the Onsen town… The buffet selection was also the same both days. Still, the Multiple Night Stay itself was really great. There were many international staff members, but everyone at this Accommodation was kind and helpful. We would love to stay again.

Following last year, we stayed again this year in the West Wing corner suite. It’s our favorite Room—I couldn’t help saying, “I’m home.” Above all, this Ryokan’s Onsen in the large public bath has exceptional water quality, making it a place you’ll definitely want to return to. The “Takimoto Gozen” breakfast is very filling, and the welcome sweets are also delicious. We’ll be back next year as well, in a different season.