Kinjohro

Everything! This is a luxury one-off experience, with a private dinner curated by a famous chef. The attention to detail in the surroundings, the food and the service is second to none.

It's not that I didn't like it. Sleeping on futons in a beautiful Japanese ryokan is special. But my old bones didn't like it so much. Getting up from the floor presented some challenges to us old folks! Nonetheless, I'd do it again.

An amazing experience of a lifetime! Would have spent the rest of our lives living here if possible. :) The entire staff were amazing--so kind and considerate. Food was delicious. Seven course dinners and huge breakfasts. The building is beautiful and historic. The room was traditional and big. We read some negative reviews and do not understand them; I think maybe the price point is high for those reviewers and they had unrealistic expectations. We would not have changed a thing about this journey and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a unique ryokan experience.

Travelers using Japan's great luggage service to send luggage ahead to next hotel should note that this ryokan does not provide this service and you'll need to take your luggage to one of the luggage services (we used Japan Post which offers next day) at the Kanazawa station.

Authentic

Everything about the ryokan was fantastic - the facilities, our room, the staff and the wonderful kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast. Highly recommend a stay at Kinjohro!!!

nothing

The location The staff The food

Stairs carpets old/dirty

Service was phenomenal. Food was better than great. Staff were incredibly attentive.

Nothing

Beautiful property Excellent food Great location

Very expensive