12 ou of 10. Extremely nice and thoughtful staff. Very poetic and sophisticated in all the details. A really great experience. The kaiseki dinner was very delicate. Worth a Michelin star ^^ A lot of nice spaces to chill, and a beautiful tatami room.

Stayed in August 2025

the BEST place you could ever ask for to stay at !!!!! cozy interior, heart-warming service, delicate meals, if ure looking for a traditional jp style accom, choose this, worth every penny!!

Stayed in July 2025

Not that easy to find the parking space. May need to put a bigger signage in english.

We had a truly relaxing stay at this beautiful ryokan in Takayama. Our spacious room with private onsen on the 3rd floor overlooked a peaceful river — a lovely view to wake up to. The amenity kit was well-prepared and thoughtful. The onsen water was crystal clear, with a gentle warmth and cleansing feel that left us feeling completely rejuvenated. The peaceful atmosphere, paired with two massage chairs in the lounge area, made it perfect for winding down. The staff were genuinely friendly and went the extra mile to accommodate our dietary needs. A special highlight was the owner personally greeting us and even taking a photo together — a really heartwarming gesture that made us feel at home. Would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to enjoy the slower pace and calm beauty of the Japanese countryside.

Stayed in July 2025

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We absolutely loved our stay here, traveling as a group of 3 friends from Finland. From the very first moment we felt more than welcomed - all of the staff guiding us forward and taking our luggage to our room and everything. I would absolutely love to come here again.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

The property feels like a step back in time in the most wonderful way.

Stayed in May 2025

That we couldn't stay longer 😭

Absolutely incredible place to stay, every detail is perfect. The location, the view, the staff, the food. The sukiyaki with the upgraded wagyu was the best meal I've ever had in my life. The staff are so kind and took such good care of us, sharing lots of Japanese culture with us as well. We had a room with a hot tub and view of the temple, and it was just perfect. Such a beautiful town to stay in as well. We will definitely be back.

Stayed in May 2025

The location can be a little difficult to find

Welcoming and friendly staff. Service was impeccable

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing at all

I had an awesome stay. Can’t describe. The room I stayed in was so beautiful and clean, the atmosphere was amazing, the views, the employees, absolutely perfect. I hope I’ll come back someday, and definitely going to stay here.

Stayed in March 2025

The futon bedding was a little to hard for me

We were treated like royalty from the moment we arrived. This place is amazing and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Location was great and I highly recommend to book half board. Breakfast and dinner was amazing. The food and service was very good. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so special.

Stayed in May 2025

Amazing dinner and breakfast. Very helpful staff. Very authentic.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing.

Room was larger than expected and while recently renovated, retained the ambiance of a traditional ryokan. The staff was very friendly and very attentive. The food was excellent!

Stayed in May 2025

Everything, would recommend

Stayed in April 2025

Absolutely nothing.

Everything! The level of care and details starts as soon as you arrive at the door and never stops until you leave. We had the most attentive staff throughout our 2 nights stay. The same person checked us in, showed us around the beautiful amazing hotel and its facilities and served us the most delicate dinner on both nights. The rooms were the most spacious we ever experienced in Japan (like as big as our entire flat in Canada) and clearly highlighted the hundred years old history of the building with great subtle renovations making it the most comfortable stay possible (e.g. double glazing windows, brand new bathroom and toilets, etc.). Even the owner came and chatted with us on our first dinner. I could go on and on about everything that was right about this ryokan, just go and experience it for yourself.

Stayed in May 2025

It’s a beautiful, traditional Japanese inn with the most beautiful views of the Honkoji temple, in a quaint village. The inn has been beautifully preserved, it has a great gift shop and plenty of communal spaces.

Stayed in May 2025

Best stay in Japan.

Stayed in May 2025

All was perfect.

Adorable ryokan in a beautiful small town nearby Takayama. We had a wonderful view on the temples from our room (superior room). The host and all the staff were lovely. We also booked a private onsen for an hour for a private bath. Dinner was also very good, all served with warmth and care. A truly authentic experience, an oasis of peace.

Stayed in May 2025

Some amenities and finishings are a bit on the older side. No big deal if you know what to expect.

The staff are truly passionate about hospitality and upholding the ryokan experience. The optional kaiseki dinner and private onsen are a must. Beautiful views from the room. The best accommodation I've stayed at to-date.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing could have been better, we enjoyed every aspect of our stay here. It is expensive but worth it for the experience. A few more massage chairs would be good as every time we tried to get one of the two they were occupied.

Fantastic stay. We loved staying here as part of our trip through Japan. It felt really special. Hida is quite peaceful and so is the ryokan. As this was our honeymoon we splashed out for the suite with mountain view. It was beautiful and really good that it came with the private bathing area. I have a tattoo so do not think I would be able to go to the outdoor and indoor bath that are also on offer. Please note, there is also a bath that can be booked for private use too. The meals were outstanding and we also enjoyed sake tasting for extra cost, but it was very reasonably priced. The staff went over and beyond.

Stayed in May 2025

There’s nothing not to love about Yatsusankan.

Spectacular in all respects. Staff is superb. Food delicious and presented in a lovely way.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

By far the highlight of our trip to Japan. The service was exceptional, far above anything we have experienced before. The staff could not do enough - even running to meet us in the rain with an umbrella when we came back from a day out. The food was truly exceptional, multiple courses, multiple dishes of traditional food. The inn itself was so historic, beautiful. The location was quiet - we hardly saw any other tourists, very different to other aspects of our trip.

Stayed in April 2025

It was a proper Japanese experience

Stayed in March 2025

Japanese hospitality at its finest, incredible service and food. The massage chairs looking out to the garden were a massive plus as was the onsen. It was truly an amazing stay in a beautiful location, we would visit again in the future.

Stayed in April 2025

Amazing stay. From the moment you enter, you feel transported to another world. It's the most relaxed I felt on my entire vacation.

Stayed in April 2025

We enjoyed everything about our stay, except for the Japanese-style sleeping arrangements — but we realize choosing this type of room was our own oversight.

Stayed in April 2025