히다후루카와 도원향 온천 × 식사의 평가가 높은 호텔·료칸

The scent of the old wooden building, the creaking wooden corridors and stairs, and the historic furnishings really conveyed the charm of this ryokan founded in the Edo period. The sound of the river flowing in front was also soothing. We were able to enjoy our meal in a private room overlooking the garden, and had a wonderful time.

Upon arrival, your son—nearly three years old now—welcomed us with a cheerful “Welcome.” His slightly shy expression was so adorable that it instantly brought a smile to our faces. Having known him since he was a baby, seeing him again each year is one of the reasons we keep coming back. This time we stayed in the Room “Hagoromo.” From the spacious veranda, we could lie back at night and gaze up at a sky full of stars. Spending time there in the pleasant evening breeze, pleasantly tipsy after dinner and drinks, felt like pure luxury. The cuisine was a summer herbal course. The mousse-like sauce made with herbal broth had a distinctive depth of flavor—I couldn’t resist asking for a spoon and enjoyed every last drop. The tomato simmered in herbal broth and served chilled also had more of a Western touch than before, making it an elegant and refreshing dish. The happy-hour herbal-syrup frappe was perfect for cooling down after our walk; it felt truly reviving. The morning coffee also tasted exceptional, so I asked about it and learned they use rare peaberry beans. Because only one bean develops instead of the usual two, the flavor is said to be more concentrated—and I was told the owner carefully roasts them from green beans himself. I was deeply impressed to see the same sincere dedication found in their herbal cuisine reflected in their coffee as well. Once again during our meal, the proprietress spoke with us warmly by our side. I started writing Reviews after last year’s visit, and looking back, I realized that Accommodations I rated highly always shared one thing: heartfelt hospitality with true attention to detail. This Accommodation embodies that better than anywhere else—and I feel that even more strongly now.

Our family of four stayed here. Dinner featured local cuisine we had never tried before, which was a fun experience and absolutely delicious. The Hida beef steak was very tender, with sweet, rich fat—highly satisfying. There was a minor issue with the air conditioner, but we truly appreciate your sincere and attentive response. Our whole family enjoyed both the Accommodation and the streetscape of Hida-Furukawa. We would love to stay again.

This was our first trip with our dog, and we were able to stay very comfortably. There was a large crate, a large toilet tray, and ceramic bowls for food and water—more than enough space for a small dog. It gave us peace of mind even when we went out during dinner time leaving our dog behind. Supplies such as pee pads were also provided, and the thoughtful attention really showed. The stairs are steep, so our dog was confused at first, but quickly got used to them and seemed to enjoy exploring. The entryway step-down area is also nice. There’s a small garden in the back as well, which feels relaxing. We stayed as a family of four, and with the spacious living area plus complimentary drinks such as delicious coffee, tea, alcohol, and sparkling water available, we were able to unwind at ease. The bathroom was the smallest I’ve ever seen (in a good way), but from a space-planning perspective it felt very efficient—I was impressed by the designer’s skill. As a shower room for international guests it’s more than sufficient, but for Japanese guests it might have been even better if there had been a wash bucket. If you’d like to soak in a bath slowly, there is an onsen nearby that may be a better option. My husband and son said that onsen was excellent. As others have mentioned, the blinds in the main bedroom are stylish but don’t completely block out streetlight glare, so it may be inconvenient for anyone who needs total darkness to sleep. It might be nice to have an additional blackout blind as well. Breakfast had gentle flavors; the rice served in an ohitsu container was delicious too—I ended up having seconds. The concierge kindly shared what makes Hida-Furukawa special with us, which made our short stay truly memorable. We also visited several temples—their architecture was impressive and fascinating. It’s such a calm and beautiful town. We’d love to come back again for the festival in April.

My beloved cat passed away, and since I’m getting older, I decided not to adopt another one. This accommodation is just a few steps from a rescue cat shelter, so you can spend hours surrounded by cats and even help out—perfect for cat lovers. The environment is wonderful, but I truly hope every cat finds an owner and a happy home. As for the stay itself, I’m used to sleeping in a bed, so I wasn’t very comfortable with futons. I selfishly wished the sofa on the first floor were a sofa bed. Other than that, I was satisfied. The place is close to the station, and it was fun exploring the town of Hida-Furukawa.