The staff, meals, and private onsen are the highlight of this ryokan

“Traditional Japanese hospitality, courtesy and kindness in a beautiful setting.”

The owners of this traditional Japanese ryokan did everything possible to make us feel welcome and help us solve a couple of problems. They arranged luggage transfer and separately contacted me to let me know I had left a small ring behind. They then arranged to send this on for me. The room was large, with comfortable seating at a small table overlooking the river. The futon was extremely comfortable with an extra layer of padding, the doonah light and very warm. The location is fantastic, on the river and a short stroll to the old merchant houses, morning markets and museums. The meals were beautifully cooked and presented. The staff are all charming and welcoming. We had a lovely stay.

Proprietors of the establishment took such good care of us. Must try if you are looking for a true Japanese ryokan experience.

Great, authentic vibe. Wonderful owners.

Location and food was amazing! Rooms are more than beautiful

“Beautiful homely ryokan stay”

One of the highlights of our trip, such a welcoming accomodation, it felt like we were staying with grandparents in the sweetest way! Room was great with a view over the river, futon beds comfortable, Japanese breakfast was excellent and nutritious way to start the day, while we ate our futons would be packed away giving us a clean room for the day. The private Onsen rooms were the cherry on top, so nice to finish the day with a nice soak. Location is great, we walked everywhere during our stay. Thank you so much!

“Warm, homely and traditional stay”

A warm, welcoming and charming stay for any trip to Takayama. The elderly hosts running the place were so lovely, greeting us with hot tea and biscuits during check-in. The staff only speak minimal English but that didn’t detract from the incredible hospitality felt while staying here. Our beds were one of the comfiest for our whole trip, and there was a split system air conditioning unit in the room for extra comfort. The Japanese breakfast option was an amazing experience to try as many cafes in Japan don’t open until late morning or afternoon, so we found that breakfast options are usually limited.

“Excellent.”

Super authentic. This is the real stuff !!! I think the house looks the same as 59 years ago and is run by the same people. Great location, we really liked Takayama in general, and this ryokan made the place even more special.

The family treated us incredibly well, even offering us welcome tea as soon as we arrived at the apartment. Whenever we needed anything, they were there for us, helping us and doing everything possible to make us comfortable. I hope their business continues to be a great success because they are truly deserving. Their hospitality and the fact that they kindly allowed us to leave our luggage longer because our train was later made it a real treat to stay with them. Thank you so much for everything! ❤️

The host and workers were incredibly warm and welcoming. They provided their services (cleaning, putting futon away, serving tea and meals) quickly and skillfully. The accomodation was very beautiful and impressive. If you want to sleep in an antique japanese house, this is the place.

“Beautiful traditional home in Takayama.”

Wonderful traditional home in a great location. The staff, room, onsen ,breakfasts were all excellent. A great place to stay in Takayama.

“A Great Authentic Ryokan experience.”

Clean and cosy sleeping place. The tatami bed was very welcoming. Their breakfast is the highlight of the inn experience.

“Interesting stay in Takayama: great onsen, needs some improvements but the staff is lovely”

Staying at Sumiyoshi Ryokan is a dear memory to me. The staff is truly warm and charming. They receive guests with a cup of tea and they make sure you're properly taken care of and fed. The onsen is a magical place where you can relax in the hot mountain water with silence. The meals were very complete and detailed. The house can get quite cold (it was -10 degrees outside during the night) and the staff wants to make sure you're warm, so they have lots of heaters inside the rooms to keep you comfortable. The futon was comfortable and the duvet felt like sleeping inside a cloud. I enjoyed that feeling. I will forever remember the owner coming to the door and then outside of the ryokan to wave us goodbye and bow. It was very emotional.

“Cutest little ryokan”

Really characterful inn with lovely, attentive and caring staff. We were greeted with matcha tea and cookies and a warm fire. The mini private onsen was gorgeous and had such an atmosphere! Will definitely remember our time here.

“It was a privilege to be their guests! ❤️❤️❤️”

Everything!!! ❤️❤️❤️

“Great old ryokan with really attentive service.”

The service and onsen bath were great and it’s really interesting being in an old ryokan. The food was good and the room and futons comfortable. It was near the old quarter so good for looking around and close enough to the station.

“A completely fantastic stay in absolutely amazing surroundings. Owners and staff are wonderful.”

“Perfect choice to experience the japanese culture”

Everything

The facilities are traditional but extremely well kept and clean and offer the best comfort one could expect

Everything!! Very authentic experience