Ryotei Kuki

In a word... wonderful.From the scenery along National Route 227 between the airport and the inn to the kindness of the staff, everything about this trip was soothing.Along the highway, the mist-covered mountains were beginning to show their autumn colors, and shafts of sunlight breaking through the clouds created magical views that looked like paintings. When the mountain road ended, the sea opened up before us—a view so spectacular that we couldn't help exclaiming, “Wow! Amazing!” The journey lets you experience Esashi's natural beauty, with mountains and sea appearing one after another. The inn itself was wonderful, and the food was delicious.The bath in our room, continuously fed by natural hot spring water, was superb. Even after getting out, our whole bodies stayed warm, and our fatigue melted away.Both the meals and the hot spring baths were perfect. The staff who looked after us were wonderful, and we are truly grateful.Going a little farther from Hakodate to Esashi was absolutely the right choice.Thank you so much for everything.

I stopped by on my way back from a business trip, and thanks to your hospitality it was a truly wonderful stay. Thank you sincerely for your kindness. Above all, the architecture of the inn is outstanding! I understand it was designed by Mr. Makoto Nakayama; wherever you look, every detail feels picture-perfect—simply magnificent. The hot spring baths were also excellent, with spacious private tubs in each room supplied with free-flowing spring water. The meals were creative while showcasing local ingredients, and even standard alcoholic drinks were included; everything was delicious and very satisfying. Esashi is a bit inconvenient to reach, so for someone like me who often travels mainly around central Sapporo it can be difficult to visit, but next time—perhaps in conjunction with a trip to Okushiri Island or the reopening of the “Kaiyo” Memorial Museum—I would love to return.