Onomichi Hansei

My first trip to Onomichi. I chose Hansei, highly rated for its outstanding cuisine. The kaiseki meals made with seasonal Setouchi ingredients were exceptional—each dish carefully prepared, and while true to classic kaiseki, they also incorporated new ingredients in a way that was both impressive and delicious. Even the pickles were finely scored with hidden knife work, showing thoughtful consideration for the guest. I was amazed by the high level of quality. The special sea bream chazuke (with sesame sauce) at breakfast was also superb.<br><br>As wonderful as the food was, what moved me most was the attentiveness and care shown by all the staff. From check-in to check-out, their hospitality was excellent. One member of staff in charge of dining even quietly placed an extra dish beside a photo of a family member who could not join us at breakfast and dinner—an incredibly touching gesture.<br><br>The “Travel Memory Book” was something that staff had written for the first time, but it became a truly lovely keepsake—the carefully drawn illustration and message conveyed their warmth so clearly.<br><br>With such wonderful staff and delicious food, Hansei is a place I would love to visit again. Thank you very much.

This was my first trip to Onomichi, and I made a Reservation because the dining Reviews were so highly rated. It’s far from the station, so I took a taxi. The building was clean, and being able to leave my shoes and move between Rooms on tatami made it very relaxing. Breakfast and dinner were, of course, wonderful—delicious beyond expectations—and I was completely satisfied. The presentation was beautiful, the ingredients were excellent, and I could really feel the care put into each dish; it was a truly blissful time. After sightseeing in extreme heat, the welcome drink (cold tea) and sweets were delicious and brought me back to life. There was a capsule coffee machine in the Room, which was great. The Room is compact, but everything—from the bath to the washbasin area—was efficiently laid out and spotless, so I was very happy with it. There’s also a coin laundry, which was a big help for summer travel. All of the staff were kind and welcoming, making it very comfortable—I could really feel their hospitality. If it were closer by, this is an Accommodation I’d want to visit again and again.