Ryokan in Japan
3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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About this ryokan rental
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Heating
Bar
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
A charming ryokan that finds the perfect balance between traditional and contemporary. Our room had western bed, but tatamis are an option. We had a deep inside tub and shower, and a very lovely private outside hot tub made from natural river rock. The bedroom was upstairs, with a toilet off the main room, and a full bath toilet downstairs. A mini-fridge, kettle and (for those who might want them) TVs. Located beside the restaurant area of Aso, and short drive from the Aso volcano and trails, the location could not have been better.
We had traditional Japanese breakfast every morning. Extremely delicious, with incredible variety of things we would not normally get back in Canada. The serving ladies were attentive and charming.
Japanese ryokans are a real treat for visitors to Japan, and this was the best we have ever stayed in. We would give it 11 out of 10 if we could!
7 / 10Good·Sep 2026
Consistent with the pictures
Very bad value for money: the place is relatively old, sheets are scratchy, it is one of the most expensive hotel we paid in Japan for being in a small town and a normal room… We don’t recommend paying that much: you get better value for money deals in Kurukawa Onsen for example
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2026
Excellent welcome by the hosts, and hospitality. The location in Aso was also very good especially after a hike up Mt Aso; the meals were also superb.
The place looks a little past its prime unfortunately, so expectations should be tempered when staying here.
6 / 10Average·Jun 2026
We had 3 nights half board in the Japanese style room with private bathroom & open-air bath. The ryokan is quite old, some of it around a 100 years; so quite authentic. Our room was over two floors; the ground floor having the living area, toilet and access to the outside shower plus bath constructed out of natural cobbles cemented together. The latter is in a small, high walled courtyard making it private but not very pretty. Simple wooden stairs lead up to the bedroom with a toilet and storage area. The bedroom had a TV, as did the living area. Aircon units keep things cool. Having stayed at a ryokan beforehand we knew to wait to be collected for meals which were in different rooms each time (I think). The food was good at breakfast and dinner. Drinks were extra. The ryokan is, if my memory is correct, a family business with the 80+ year old matriarch very involved in the food side.
Being relatively old, the majority of door frames are quite low. The top of my head turned into a battle field! The wifi was intermittent which, if you don't have a network data plan could be an issue. The TV in the bedroom appeared to be a smart TV but without an internet connection solely delivers local television. Hopefully the wifi issue is now resolved. As with the other hotels I disconnected the power of the smart toilet before going to bed to avoid waking up the Boss.
Being a traditional ryokan it doesn't have curtains in the bedroom so if you need complete darkness you'll need a good eyemask.
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"A charming ryokan that finds the perfect balance between traditional and contemporary. Our room had western bed, but tatamis are an option. We had a deep inside tub and shower, and a very lovely pri..."
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