Exceptional in all ways. I don’t have enough words to describe how we enjoyed our stay. Everything was excellent: the staff ready to take care of anything we need and to maintain a friendly conversation about the area, astonishing variety of DELICIOUS food for both breakfast and dinner (we had two of both and it was never the same and always so authentic!). Special thanks to Tae-san 🙏 Super cosy rooms with kotatsu, great anatomic pillows, warm blankets. Traditional dress with haori and yukata is provided to wear during your stay in ryokan (a-ma-zing-ly comfy and fancy). Two great in-house onsens, you can try both. Plenty of hiking trails, wonderful nature and wildlife around, beautiful during any weather (we got all: sun, rain, and snow 😁). The area is peaceful and quiet (we stayed during weekdays, mid-March). 10/10 experience, highly recommended!

This is an exceptional place! Tugged away in the magical village of Dorogawa Onsen, their Ryokan welcomes its guests with care, very friendly staff and all the comfort one could hope for. The food was delicious and the Onsen perfect to wind down after a day of hiking and cherish the uniqueness if Japanese culture and geology. Compared to other Onsen Ryokans of the same level, the price was reasonable and even staying only one night (which I did) is enough to immerse into the experience. I highly recommend hiking up to Dorogawa on the way there along the Mitarai Valley Hiking Trail!

“Relaxing times in Dorogawa onsen!”

The staff at the hotel made us feel welcomed and cared for. They were friendly and helpful through and through, catering for all our needs. They also seemed to have a good time between themselves, which added a lot to the homely and relaxing atmosphere of the ryokan. The dinner and the breakfast were delicious, we got to taste all the diverse flavours of traditional Japanese cuisine. The fresh tofu was amazing. The baths were good, with all the necessities provided and a beautiful view of the river below, the rustle of the water was so soothing! Dorogawa is a beautiful town to visit, we were surprised with the friendliness of the people, the sights, and the challenging and rewarding hikes around the area.

“Our stay was enhanced by the owner's kindness.”

The owner, Tommo-san was very generous with his time and showed us the highlights of the region and dropped us at the start of our walk.

What an incredible ryokan! Breakfast and dinner were absolutely delicious and the room was very comfortable with my own toilet adjacent to my room; only the onsen/shower is shared. Right in the centre of town - an easy walk from the bus stop but they provide a shuttle service if you need it.

Warm and welcoming staff, kind and caring, Onsens where great and food was amazing. A heartwarming experience!

“A very relaxing few days in a gorgeous setting”

wonderfully kind staff and a beautiful location

Everything was great, staff was very helpful and the town was very refreshing and relaxing