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The food was exceptionally delicious, and each dish reflected the chef’s dedication and careful craftsmanship. The seasoning and presentation were outstanding, making it a delight for both the eyes and the palate. The high quality of the cuisine left a lasting impression, and it made for a truly satisfying stay.

I love hot spring getaways, so my wife and I try to travel once or twice a month, looking for rooms with private open-air hot spring baths. We have both earned certifications as onsen sommeliers and sake sommeliers.This time, we stayed in Shuseian and invited a close friend and his wife, who stayed in Munian.Naturally, the quality of the hot spring water is a top priority, but that alone would never persuade us to stay somewhere, however famous the hot spring destination. The inn’s hospitality is absolutely essential.After returning home, my wife and I enjoy reminiscing and rating everything: the welcome and check-in, the atmosphere of the buildings and grounds, room comfort (especially the bedding, which is essential for a good night’s sleep!), the indoor baths and washing areas, the number of bath and hand towels, thoughtful touches such as the height of the bath towel racks and heated towel rails, the amenities and comfort of the washbasin area, the food’s flavor and presentation, the tableware, the comfort of the dining area, the hospitality of the staff and chefs, the choice of drinks, the service, and check-out arrangements (including noon check-out for an additional fee).We were amazed to find that every issue we had raised after our previous two stays had been addressed.We have stayed in Munian several times, and the silky, slippery hot spring water and sushi at Amaza Takahisa have always been outstanding!The private open-air bath in Shuseian was even larger. Both it and the indoor bath, fragrant with hinoki cypress, offered not only excellent spring water but also perfect temperature control this time. The sushi was even more delicious and inventive, and the sake pairings were superb classic choices! If the restaurant were in Kyoto, I think we would book a meal there every month.The thick Serta mattress and two types of pillows with different levels of softness made for an exceptionally comfortable night’s sleep. I slept soundly until morning and did not even feel the pain in my injured right shoulder.However, the step down from the raised floor where the beds sit was quite high, making for a jarring landing. I was a little concerned about getting up to use the bathroom during the night.For the spacious communal baths, excellent in-room baths and wonderful spring water, dinner at Amaza Takahisa, and bedding—including the Serta mattress and pillows—this was a perfect score, ranking among the very best of all the many inns we have visited!Our friends were equally impressed, describing it as an inn offering absolute bliss, and said they definitely wanted to return in 2027. We would certainly love to visit again.