Itoyanagi Bekkan Hanare no Tei Wajoen

We stayed at this Ryokan for our last trip as a couple before the baby arrives. Since they offered a maternity Plan, we chose that. They were very considerate about things like raw foods and caffeine, and they also provided separate pajamas, so we were able to relax comfortably.In the entrance lobby, there was an all-you-can-drink corner with coffee and wine, as well as a station where you could bake frozen bread. This time we were too full from the meals to try it, but we’d like to use it next time! My husband really enjoyed it.The dining area was in semi-private rooms that felt almost fully private. They also checked in advance about foods we don’t like, so we could enjoy everything. All of the seasoning was delicious, and the tableware was beautiful as well. We were both impressed by the meal content. The tilefish mixed rice in particular was outstanding. This is a Ryokan I can confidently recommend!

This is a wonderful Ryokan that moves me every time I visit.The Room, baths, cuisine, the staff’s smiles, and the overall atmosphere throughout the property are all exceptional, and time seems to slow down.Both the fresh enthusiasm of the younger staff and the understated attentiveness of the experienced staff naturally bring a smile.The welcome service includes soft drinks as well as wine—and that wine is surprisingly delicious. Breakfast also comes with a choice of drinks; the 100% peach juice is pure peach—peach! peach! peach!—and absolutely worth trying at least once.And the cuisine is outstanding. Though the chef is young, everything—from seasonal menus and presentation to masterful use of dashi—is superb. The creativity is remarkable, and the expressive artistry of each dish (including the tableware) is truly next level.The view from the open-air bath in our Room—sunlit green trees against a blue sky—was beautiful, and soaking in an open-air bath during a sudden downpour was an experience with its own special charm.This is a lovely kappo-style Ryokan that soothes me every time I stay.Having visited in spring and summer, I would love to return in autumn next time.