Kobori Ryokan
Honcho 89
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Why people book this hotel
“Incredibly nice staff that made me feel very welcome”
“The ladies from the reception are very friendly and they are always there also t…”
“The location is good with lots of restaurants nearby and the castle is a short w…”
“Good location, very clean and amazing staff”
“Very friendly staff Comfortable”
“The room was very confortable and cozy”
“Very typical simple ryokan, super clean, well located and amazing staff”
“Extremely clean traditional ryokan”
“Breakfast was really good, gluten free”
“Traditional breakfast, cooking my own scrambled egg and bacon on the table top s…”
“And the price was so cheap”
Overview
A 5-minute walk from Chuo Hirosaki Train Station, Kobori Ryokan offers Japanese-style and Western rooms in a traditional building. Guests can enjoy bathing in the spacious public baths and request for massages. A traditional Kura warehouse is available for guests to see. The air-conditioned rooms feature either carpeting and a bed, or tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and an en suite bathroom. Some rooms have wired internet access. A hairdryer can be borrowed at reception. A coin-operated launderette is on-site and guests can request dry cleaning at the front desk. Photocopying services are provided as well. A Japanese set-menu is available for breakfast at the dining room. Guests who wish to have breakfast must make a reservation at least 1 day in advance. Ryokan Kobori is a 10-minute drive from JR Hirosaki Train Station and a 15-minute walk from Hirosaki Castle. Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden is a 10-minute walk away.
Traveller reviews
Luuk
solo_traveller
December 14, 2025
“Most relaxed I've been in Japan”
Incredibly nice staff that made me feel very welcome. Will most likely be back on my next trip to Hirosaki.
Siew Ling
couple
December 3, 2025
The location is good with lots of restaurants nearby and the castle is a short walk away. The ladies from the reception are very friendly and they are always there also to make sure you do everything correctly
Kristina
couple
September 17, 2025
“Nice staff, unfortunately very bad smell”
The staff was very nice and patient. We were glad that there was a window with insect protection.
Mireia
solo_traveller
August 13, 2025
Good location, very clean and amazing staff.
Mireia
solo_traveller
August 2, 2025
“Real Japanese experience with wonderful and gentle staff”
Very typical simple ryokan, super clean, well located and amazing staff.
Shu Piu
solo_traveller
July 19, 2025
Very friendly staff Comfortable
Jakub
family_with_children
May 7, 2025
“Extremely clean & traditional”
Extremely clean traditional ryokan. Almost no english spoken, but this makes the experience even better. Excellent location for visiting Hirosaki castle.
Olive
solo_traveller
April 18, 2025
Fabulous couple of owners
François
solo_traveller
November 9, 2024
This place is amazing, the staff is lovely, located in walking distance to the casttle,to restaurants and konbinis . There is a private bath, tattoo friendly, free to use. And the price was so cheap. I highly recommend to stay there!
Mary
couple
October 2, 2024
Kobori is a historic ryokan. The building is atmospheric. Location was good , next to the bus stop and 5 mins walk from the main tourist area.
Lee
family_with_children
May 16, 2024
very clean! kind and responsible staff
Ana Victoria
solo_traveller
December 7, 2023
It's close to Hirosaki Park and nearby attractions. The staff was very kind in keeping my luggage before check-in. The room was very confortable and cozy.
Chang
family_with_children
November 1, 2023
Room is is clean. Good location, around main sightseeing spots.
toshikatsu
couple
October 30, 2023
Although the location was ideal however the property was dated.
Pauline
couple
June 7, 2023
Breakfast was really good, gluten free. Room was quite large compared to hotels. Area was quiet. Take the loop bus to get there from the station.
Flor
solo_traveller
June 3, 2023
Traditional and a bit dated Ryokan located close to the bar area. Despite this, the room was quiet at night. Friendly and attentive staff, although unfortunately they didn't speak English. The room was basic but accomodating. The parking spots out front are not to be used, but a larger parking is available on the side.
Robert
solo_traveller
May 19, 2023
“I want to go back, so peaceful and comfortable, walking distance to the castle and local sights”
Traditional breakfast, cooking my own scrambled egg and bacon on the table top stove, lovely service, sofa in the room, old style decor, being shown to my room, communal bath as well as room bath, traditional ryokan guest clothing.
Andrea Marisa
solo_traveller
April 17, 2023
The room was very simple. The room has a bath so that was quite relaxing. Staff were really nice, try the best they could to explain in English or with a translator app and they stored my luggage for the day after check out which was nice. I got an apple type of candy and a little cute origami crane for free
Luke
couple
February 13, 2023
Easy walk to Hirosaki Castle park . Staff were friendly and helpful
Isao
solo_traveller
February 11, 2023
The staff's hospitality was great!
Facilities
Activities
Public Bath
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Meeting/banquet facilities, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping
Japanese-Style Twin Room
This air-conditioned room features tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Comes with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and an en suite bathroom. Wired internet access is available in some rooms, and guests can request in advance.
Single Room
Comfortable room featuring shades of beige, a sofa and an LCD TV. It’s fitted with air conditioning and an attached bathroom.
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