Hagurokan

I stayed for three nights at Hagurokan, which allowed plenty of time to climb the Dewa Sanzan, and to explore the village and its surroundings. Still, I wish I could have stayed longer. Mount Haguro has a special, peaceful energy. I enjoyed taking things at a slow pace, visiting the 5-storey pagoda a few times at different times of the day, and just enjoying the peaceful vibe – rather than travelling through quickly. The hosts were exceptionally helpful and friendly – they even gave me a ride to a garden / temple at a nearby village. The meals were served in separate traditional rooms for different quests, and the experience felt luxurious. The home-cooked food was diverse and exquisite, and it also accommodated my dietary needs, which meant a lot to me. If I get the chance to visit Mount Haguro in future, I'll definitelly stay at Hagurokan again. Being there was the highlight of my 5-week trip – the friendly hosts, the beautiful room, the bath, the food, the authenticity of the house, the lovely village, and the magic of Dewa Sanzan.

I absolutely loved everything. I traveled a lot in Japan and this ryokan is exceptional. The service, the food, the place. I strongly recommend

Ein sehr ursprüngliches Haus im traditionellen Stil ( Tatami-Böden, Futonbetten), das aber auf neuem Stand war. Sehr sauber, äußerst freundliche Betreuung durch die Betreiber. Zwar kein eigenes Bad/WC, aber da wir die einzigen Gäste waren, fiel das nicht ins Gewicht. Da es im Ort abends keine Verpflegungsmöglichkeit mehr gab, wurde für uns extra ein wunderbares Essen zubereitet. Auch das Frühstück war ausgezeichnet.

Es gab nichts zu bemängeln.

Excellent accueil dans ce ryokan. Couple adorable, accueil formidable, repas délicieux. Tout est propre, beau, dans le style japonais.

Le couple de gérants est adorable, ils ont le souci du détails et une hospitalité très touchante. J’ai passé un très bon séjour là bas grâce à eux, merci beaucoup

My stay at Hagurokan was absolutely tranquil, comfortable, and rejuvenating. The hosts made every possible accommodation to make my experience better, ensuring that I wanted for nothing and even going so far as to clean and lay out our shoes each morning in preparation for the day ahead. The building itself is historical and culturally charming, set in an ideal location right at the foot of Mt. Haguro and filled with beautiful artwork and woodworking to admire. I felt very much at peace during my stay here, and regretted not booking another night or two to prolong the profound sense of peace it instilled and to better harness the creativity inspired from its natural surroundings. I hope to return very soon and repay the kindness of Hagurokan with my continued patronage. For travelers new to the area, do be aware that there are no food locations open in the evening near the ryokan: bring food when you return for the evening or - better still - book a lovely homecooked meal to enjoy with your stay!

Nothing - my experience was exceptional!