Some of the food can be a little strange for our foreign taste but the overall experience was great! Even our 3.5 years old had the time of his life.

The private onsen in the room is magical and quite big! It was perfect and enabled us to experience Japanese onsens as a family. The views from the room were amazing. The ryokan welcomes children and our son even got his own yokatta

Stayed in June 2025

Utterly beautiful stay!!! The view when we walked in took our breath away! The staff were so brilliant nas personal and the room very spacious and comfy. The food. THE FOOD - I CANT EXPRESS HOW GREAT THE FOOD IS. Totally exceeded our expectations. We can't wait to return one day!

Stayed in April 2025

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The people were amazing! the food was michelin star standard! our room had a private onsen which was amazing!

Stayed in April 2025

None - the whole visit was fantastic.

Absolutely beautiful ryokan with stunning views of the river. The staff was friendly and helpful, the room was clean, simple, and comfortable, and our private onsen was a highlight! The multi-course dinner and breakfast service were absolutely fantastic as well. We took advantage of the free shuttle service to and from Minakami Station, which was also easy to navigate. This was the perfect quiet and relaxing escape during our honeymoon!

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing in particular. Maybe the gift shop could have more items for purchase?

This is truly a gem ! Slightly old but the size of the room and the very attentive service made our stay so comfy and rewarding. The dinner and breakfast were excellent ! We were there in late February and the snow was unbelievable. The snow Mountain View from the Room was breathtaking. We managed to catch the early sun rays on the snowcapped mountains, turning them into “golden” mountains! The onsen was also spectacular with all the snow around us. Feels so romantic and charming! Would love to return in spring to breathe in all the fresh air !

Stayed in February 2025

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The food was sublime, both dinner and breakfast. The private bath was relaxing and tranquil, with a beautiful mountain view.

Stayed in April 2025

Internet connection was not consistent. Wi-Fi was available but Internets were not available most of time. The public outdoor bath was rather lukewarm for my taste.

Our Japanese style room was exceptional. We had a gorgeous view of Tanigatake from the room and from the in-room onsen bathtub which we could open the door for the feel of outdoor bath. The facilities are old fashioned but functional and comfortable. We liked futon bed and lofty down comforter. The dinner and breakfast were unreal. The chefs created magical meals from local and seasonal ingredients. I should not forget to mention the incredible staff and Okami San, the owner.

Stayed in April 2025

Stunning location, amazing food, wonderful hosts! We had two night here for our honeymoon and we loved everything about it. The staff were so kind, helpful, and patient. We had a massage and a facial organised by the hotel and they were both great. Would definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed in March 2025

The onsen was spectacular

Stayed in March 2025

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We stayed here for 2 nights for our honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect! The food was so delicious and the in room Onsen was so luxurious! We highly recommend staying here

Stayed in February 2025

Lovely staff, really enjoyed the in room onsen. They accommodated my vegetarian request as best they could. My partner loved the food.

Stayed in February 2025

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Rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. In room onsen and the shared onsen were great, particularly the outdoor onsen which faced a serene mountain. Staff were really friendly and food was amazing

Stayed in December 2024

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Travel: easy commute from Tokyo taking an hour's ride on the shinkasen then a 20minute bus ride to Minakami station where a mini van brought us to the Ryokan. Communication was prompt and excellent. The bus ride comes infrequently so some planning is required. Room: we gotten a western style room and the second floor facing the mountains. View was excellent in winter. The private bath was spacious and windows can be opened fully to appreciate the winter views. Public bath: actually spent more time in the outdoor public bath Vs the private bath. Water temperature not as hot as the room bath but the cooling surrounding makes it very enjoyable to stay soaked for the long time. Only minor point is that the public bath is western facing and we were not able to catch the sun rise. Food: enjoyed every single dish. Showcased fresh local produce. The beef shabu was excellent. Great stay in winter. Thanks to all the attentive staff who made this a truly memorable stay

Stayed in February 2025

Everything was exceptional

Stayed in January 2025

No sauna

The dinner was top notch our server spoke English very well and could explain every dish clearly

Stayed in January 2025

Sitting in the room without windows and views for dinner and breakfast was uncomfortable and not worth the price that I paid.

Stayed in January 2025

Super good stay. Very attentive personel and extremly friendly. Very good japanese food. Good communicatipn and flexibility

Stayed in January 2025

- Dining Arrangement: While the meals were excellent, we weren’t seated by the window, which would have enhanced the dining experience. This was a minor issue but worth mentioning. - Accessibility: Getting to the Ryokan required some effort. Reaching the ryokan required some effort. While a shuttle service is available from Minakami Station, travelers arriving via Shinkansen to Jōmō-Kōgen Station need to take a bus that runs approximately every 50 minutes. For families or those with heavy luggage, a taxi offers a more convenient but costlier option.

- Cleanliness and Service: The Ryokan was impeccably clean, and the staff were attentive and helpful, ensuring our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. - Panoramic Lounge View: The view from the lounge was spectacular. We arrived to a stunning sight of Tanigawa Mountain, which immediately set a serene tone for our stay. - Room Ambiance: We stayed in the "Tachibana" room, named after flowers. It was quiet, peaceful, and surprisingly spacious. The overall atmosphere was perfect for a relaxing city getaway. - Private Onsen: The private onsen was the highlight of our stay, offering a tranquil and rejuvenating experience. - Dining Experience: Both dinner and breakfast were impressive, with beautifully prepared and delicious meals.

Stayed in December 2024

The scenery especially winter is great! Love the private onsen as it is not too old compared to using the public onsen especially during snowy winter! Room is pretty spacious, and meals are delicious and cultural!

Stayed in January 2025

Very traditional breakfasts and dinners, incredible views all around and the onsen on site was amazing. Would stay here again.

Stayed in December 2024

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Amazing place, from pick up at the station until we left / everything was perfect! All the staff were exemplary, catering to all our needs. The dinner was worthy of Michelin imo, grande course with so many options. The breakfast too and it snowed so everything was beautiful, the views 😍 We had private onsen room and the room was huge, steeped in tradition and the onsen was lushhhh especially when you open the door the combo of heat and cold! will be back again, recommended!

Stayed in December 2024

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Fantastic room with a stunning mountain view, great outdoor onsen by the river, delicious food, such friendly staff, very personal service!

Stayed in December 2024

This traditional, homely ryokan was such a wonderful place to stay. The exceptional kindness of the staff, the spectacular view of snow-topped Tanigawa and the sense of being surrounded by nature and away from the world combined to make our stay unforgettable. We were given a spacious room with a private onsen overlooking the mountains, still coloured with autumn leaves - an early soak was pretty much the perfect start to the day. Both dinner and breakfast were elaborate and exquisite, and our waiter could not have been more helpful guiding us through our first kaiseki experience. We were so glad that we stayed at Minakamisansou, easily one of favourite moments on our first visit to Japan.

Stayed in December 2024

The food was absolutely incredible. The staff were extremely accommodating and friendly. Absolutely beautiful location. Just a great atmosphere and the hot spring was fantastic.

Stayed in November 2024