Japanese Inn Hida Takayama Wanosato

All the other guests besides me were international visitors. Many were travelers from Europe rather than Asia, and everyone had a calm, relaxed demeanor, which made my stay very comfortable.The bath was used as a private bath on a time-slot basis. I assumed this system might be in place because there are many international guests, but after trying it, I found it to be a wonderful luxury—allowing me to enjoy quiet, private time at my own pace. The meals were also excellent, making for a highly satisfying stay.This time I stayed in a Room with an irori hearth. It was spacious and full of character—a lovely Room—but perhaps due to the season, I noticed a slight damp, mold-like smell. Even in summer, measures such as lighting the irori for a short time to reduce indoor humidity might make the stay even more comfortable.Overall, it was very cozy Accommodation and one I would like to visit again.

It took about two hours to travel from Osaka to Takayama, and then we enjoyed a walk before arriving at the Ryokan. The staff member, Mr./Ms. A, was wonderful, and we were able to truly relax. There is nothing around, so it’s perfect if you want to focus on spending quiet time there.