Yamazatonoiori Soene

Absolutely divine way to relax and experience traditional Japanese hospitality. Two types of comfortable Yukatas provided, serene environment, beautiful building, amazing onsens (including outdoor ones next to a river). Staff from overseas had good English and helpful in explaining how to do everything. The food was AMAZING! We're not big fish eaters but everything was delicious, and feels so lavishly prepared and served- come hungry! No tattoos allowed in the shared onsens, but we had no trouble getting into the private onsens and it felt so special having that to ourselves.

The onsens are closed between 10am - 3pm, which is fine - so we hurried over earlier in the morning to enjoy a private onsen before we left. Unfortunately maintenence staff were drilling on the fence directly attached to the onsens, and banging loudly. Why they were allowed to do this and disrupt the serenity everyone pays a lot of money to experience, I don't know. It was very disappointing as they knew we were in there and they only needed to wait an hour longer until 10am to not disrupt anyone. My partner tried to explain to the desk staff but she didn't understand so our disappointment was left unresolved. A shame to end our stay that way.

Delicious kaseiki

With limited bus availability, we arrived an hour later and missed the tea ceremony. Wish we could join, and wish the hotel could setup another tea ceremony for guests who arrive later in the day.

Property has a typical Japanese design , charming for those who like old stuff

Lost a bit of its authenticity because properly is staffed by a few non Japanese workers. However the plus side is most are able to communicate in either English or Chinese for non-Japanese speaking guests.

This is a very characterful former farmhouse. The room was enormous and included a living area, sleeping area, sink and WC. The baths (male, female and family) are then a short walk from the rooms and shared with other guests. The baths are very traditional and scenic with views out to the forests. Make sure you arrive by 4pm to maximise your time enjoying all the facilities. The dinner and breakfast are then very elaborate multi-course affairs, using locally sourced ingredients.

It doesn't look like there is any way to cater for differently abled guests. Note that the rooms have their own toilets but don't have their own showers; you have to use the ones in the public baths.

The onsen facilities are excellent. This onsen guesthouse is very recommended.

No free coffee service. Regards to the price we paid for our stay, coffee should be included.

There are 3 private onsens with an indoor and outdoor area, as well as 4 shared onsens, 2 for men and 2 for women. All of them are wonderful. The rooms are also spacious and clean. The highlight was definitely the excellent dinner. The area of Hirayu Onsen is out of the way, but well worth the trip if you want to get out of the city for a bit.

Amazing atmosphere. Super helpful staff. 1h and 10min by comfortable local bus from Takayama. Easy to get there.

Everything was great. The meals were delicious, and the onsen were relaxing. The Kotatsu was an amazing touch, especially after having to wait 2 hours out in the rain for check-in.

The check in time but I understand the need to prepare guest rooms.

Authentic Japanese experience, from the Inn, room, onsen’s, and the food! Staff were impeccable at delivering excellent service and hospitality! Celebrated 38 year anniversary and will always remember this moment!

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