Kita-ku Arima-cho 858
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“The staff were absolutely wonderful – very friendly, attentive, and always ready…”
“Staff at the restaurant”
“Each room has unique names, which is poetic”
“The Onsen was wonderful, the rooms are spacious and the staff were all lovely”
“Location is super convenient for exploring the Arima onsen area”
“Excellent location”
“I also really enjoyed the hot onsen; it was clean, beautifully maintained, and v…”
“Extremely clean, well maintained give the age of the property”
“The kaiseki dinner and breakfast were simply outstanding, both in taste and pres…”
“We were satisfied with the opportunity to experience a traditional Japanese ryok…”
“The hotel itself is a museum like atmosphere with rare historical value”
Founded in the 12th century and beloved by Junichiro Tanizaki and other Japanese novelists, Tosen Goshobo is the oldest of the hot-spring inns at Arima. Standing beside the Taki River, it features outdoor hot-spring baths and traditional in-room meals and is a 5-minute walk from Arima Onsen Train Station. The Japanese rooms have traditional futon bedding and a minibar. The 20 rooms at Arima Onsen Tosen Goshobo include tatami (woven-straw) floors and shoji paper screens. Guests can relax at the seating area and enjoy the zen atmosphere with a cup of green tea. Bathing facilities are shared. Right next to the Hankyu Highway Bus station, the ryokan is a 3-minute walk from the Arima Toys and Automata Museum. Zuihoji Park is 900 metres away. Shin-Kobe Shinkansen Station is a 30-minute train ride. Breakfast is Japanese-style with black-bean tofu, and dinner features specialties such as Kobe beef, fresh fish from Akashi-Ura port.
Radmir
couple
May 21, 2026
“Great place, great experience”
I had an amazing stay at this ryokan. The staff were absolutely wonderful – very friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. The kaiseki dinner and breakfast were simply outstanding, both in taste and presentation, and felt like a real highlight of the stay. I also really appreciated that they carefully took my fish allergy into account and replaced all dishes containing fish with delicious alternatives. I also really enjoyed the hot onsen; it was clean, beautifully maintained, and very relaxing. Overall, everything was spotless, stylish, and carefully arranged, which made the whole experience truly memorable.
Tatiana
couple
May 20, 2026
“A disappointment”
Nice traditional onsen facilities, small but authentic. Staff at the restaurant.
Vicky
couple
May 12, 2026
Nice ryokan with very friendly staff.
Rocio
couple
May 12, 2026
“9/10”
It was an awesome experience.
Janita
family_with_children
April 29, 2026
Everything
Tracy
solo_traveller
April 20, 2026
Onsen and interesting food
Harng
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
Location is super convenient for exploring the Arima onsen area. The hotel itself is a museum like atmosphere with rare historical value. The decorative pieces in the hotel are very artistic. Even the coasters are fine arts. Each room has unique names, which is poetic. The meals are flavorful. We had a relaxed time at the hotel. We like to give thanks from our hearts to all the staff. It's good to have you. Tocen Goshoboh is a traditional hotel that brings out the best of Arima onsen.
Simon
family_with_children
April 11, 2026
“A fabulous experience from start to finish!”
An amazing experience from the moment we arrived. The Onsen was wonderful, the rooms are spacious and the staff were all lovely.
irene
family_with_children
April 8, 2026
“Value for money”
Excellent location. Memorable stay with excellent room, food and onsen
CLAUDE
family_with_children
April 6, 2026
The room was large and spacious with a private onsen.
Nicky
extended_group
April 3, 2026
“Very special, totally authentic and unforgettable”
It’s a unique and very special experience. Read up on etiquette etc so you are prepared.
Dana
family_with_children
March 8, 2026
The best experience in Japan . Onsen, kaiseki , room , everything was exceptional.
Magdalena
family_with_children
March 6, 2026
“Amazing Onsen Stay”
The staff were accomodating, even when our Japanese was poor. The food service and kaisaki dinners were excellent, and the waiters were friendly and patient. The onsen was amazing. We had a moment where our coffee machine wasn't working and it was replaced immediately which was appreciated. The establishment is in a lovely small onsen town that's nice to explore. The experience exceeded our expectations and we were extremely happy with our stay.
정
family_with_children
February 6, 2026
“A quintessential Japanese ryokan”
We visited as a family tour, and the staff were extremely kind and welcoming. We were satisfied with the opportunity to experience a traditional Japanese ryokan, breakfast was simple and well prepared, and complimentary coffee and drinks for children were provided after the meal by free. The onsen consisted only of a Kin-sen (Gold Spring), but the temperature was comfortable and pleasant. With souvenir shops and a bus terminal right in front, shopping and transportation after check-out are very convenient.
Adrienne
couple
January 19, 2026
“Beautiful hotel, amazing staff.”
The staff was incredible, the hotel was beautiful, and so was our room. Booked for our anniversary while on a 3 week trip to Japan. The stay was a highlight of the trip. Booked the private onsen and it was absolutely beautiful and so relaxing.
Roman
couple
January 14, 2026
“Perfect!”
My wife and I came here for the ryokan experience with onsen and kaiseki. We had it all. Everything was exactly as expected. A high-quality ryokan. 10/10
Xia
family_with_children
January 9, 2026
“Would visit again if we were to visit Kobe”
Extremely clean, well maintained give the age of the property. The staff were exceptionally well mannered and helpful
Jae Wook
family_with_children
December 12, 2025
Everything was excellent, i have experienced everything I wanted, even beyond.
Ka Leung
extended_group
November 29, 2025
“SUPER AMAZING 100% RECOMMEND 😝😝”
The authentic Onsen and Ryokan experience. Massage chair in the room.
Hervé
couple
November 25, 2025
“Fabulous stay in Arima onsen”
Fantastic experience of a ryokan with onsen. Great dinner in a distinctive room, delicious food and outstanding service
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Skiing, Massage, Hot spring bath, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture, Public Bath
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, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Garden, Sun terrace
Parking, Free parking, Private parking
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Invoice provided
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, 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
Concierge service, Trouser press, Daily housekeeping, Meeting/banquet facilities, Valet parking, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Located in the section rebuilt during the 1950s, this more spacious room has a nostalgic atmosphere and boasts views of the internal zen garden and the green Rokko mountains. This room features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon mats. Bathroom is shared.
Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a shared bathroom with a bidet and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV, tatami, a minibar, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Located on the 1st floor, this room has easy access to the spa bath and offers views of the Taki River. During the cherry blossom season, it looks out on a gorgeous weeping cherry tree. More spacious than the Moderate Room, it has a window-side seating area. Air-conditioned room with a Japanese-style seating area, Shoji paper screens and green tea. Has an en suite toilet and shared bathrooms.
The spacious quadruple room offers air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as mountain views. The unit has 4 futons.
The spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, tatami, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The quadruple room provides a minibar, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, as well as mountain views. The unit has 4 futons.
This spacious suite is comprised of 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV, tatami, a minibar, a coffee machine as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds and 2 futons.
This suite features a sauna. This spacious suite comprises 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV, tatami, a minibar, a coffee machine as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds and 3 futons.
This suite's standout feature is the private open-air bath. This spacious suite includes 1 bedroom, a seating area and 3 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV, tatami, a minibar, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
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