“Lovely memorable stay with wonderful views, calming onsen and warm hosts”

We really enjoyed our stay at Hounkan and was made memorable by our hosts especially Kyoko who patiently Google translated and explained all our dishes at breakfast and dinner so we could appreciate and enjoy the local produce. The view from the room of the hills in Yoshino was amazing and I also enjoyed the onsen that has both an indoor and outdoor section. The hotel is along the main walking route in Yoshino so it is easy to set off from there to the walking trails in the area

“Wonderful ryokan stay.”

The staff and the owner were wonderfully friendly and helpful. The room was very calming and with a lovely view.

Old school, traditional hotel with magnificent views. Staff made us feel special- so kind, cordial, and distinguished. A wonderful experience to be there off-season

Beautiful view from our room. Superb dinner and breakfast with local specialities. Good onsen bath. Being out of season, it was very quiet.

We had a wonderful time, thank you.

“Charming hosts serving excellent Japanese cuisine at the foot of an ancient UNESCO pilgrimage trail.”

You sense immediately the history of this establishment (it started as a monastic lodge in 1754). Exceptional kaiseki dinner and breakfast with a large selection of classic Japanese dishes all made from local produce. The view from the hotel room was breathtaking and the outdoor onsen, which you could access in the morning, was a treat. The couple running the place were so attentive and charming.

The food was amazing and staff were super friendly.

“A wonderful Mt Yoshino Retreat”

This ryokan is an exceptional establishment, in a great location with impeccable staff. The view from the rooms is incredible in Spring and I imagine the autumn colours are equally wonderful. The staff make every effort to make their guest comfortable and at ease during their stay. This includes an incredible kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast with attentive explanations for non Japanese-speaking guests. The ryokan is well positioned relative to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that make Mt Yoshino an incredible location for culture, history and nature.

“Best ryokan experience”

Exceptional view from the spacious room, wonderful dinner and breakfast, very friendly and devoted service.

“Love the service and the staffs are friendly and helpful. It makes the stay excellent and memorable.”

A pleasant surprise of the pick up at the train station given that I sent out my request rather late. The staff is amicable, helpful and sincere. His good service truly brightened up our stay in Yoshino!

“Great place would stay again”

Excellent service, friendly staff, happy to help, took care of you moment arrived. Food was amazing and very generous. Location good to see all the Temples and shrines.

“A great experience at a traditional japanese inn with kind hosts.”

The owner and staff are very kind and caring. The woman who serves the meals was great and took time to help us understand what all the varieties of food were. It is a great traditional japanese inn experience with a nice onsen and good quality meals. The location has great views as well, it would be excellent during cherry blossom season.

“I wanna come back!!!!!!”

Staff are PHENOMENAL. Food is INCREDIBLE. Best part: GORGEOUS ROOM VIEW 💕 (Arrange with the staff for a pick up at Yoshino station. Recommend taking the Blue Symphony express train as it’s very luxe!)

“An amazing place to spend our last few nights in Japan.”

The staff were so helpful and friendly, it was lovely to be welcomed with tea and sweets. The food/banquet was absolutely delicious, and the staff were helpful in guiding us through the various meals. I had asked for meals without meat and the chef was very accommodating which I really appreciated. It was lovely to come back from dinner to find our room prepared for sleeping. Felt very well looked after, thank you. And the view from our room was spectacular.

Staff friendly

“Nice inn with a beautiful view and food”

Beautiful view of the trees and mountain from room window. Good spread of food for dinner. Indoor and outdoor onsen available. Great location for hiking.

“The amazing view! Would love to go back in the Sakura season!”

The open air bath in the room. I didn’t know we’d have one so it was a great surprise! The view from the room and dining room. Welcome tea and sweets served on the Irori floor. Waka the Shiba Inu :)

“well located. very traditional hotel with amazing Japanese breakfasts”

this is a very traditional Japanese hotel. located in walking distance from the UNESCO village snd sakura. a terrific onsen. quite large. The breakfasts were stunning. quite spectacular in the way they were presented. the staff were so friendly and endeavoured to help us even though we had little Japanese. highly recommended

“All good.”

View from room window is fantastic. I can imagine how it will be amazing when cherry blossoms. Dinner and breakfast are delicious, waiters and waitresses are all very friendly and nice.