AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso

We were the only ones at the ryokan because it was off season so we had the entire onsen to ourselves. Food was also very good

If there were more people staying at the ryokan, the outdoor onsen would have been too small.

Beautiful room with private onsen bath. The evening meal and breakfast were both beautiful and incredible. They catered perfectly for our various dietary requirements. The women's communal onsen was so lovely and beautifully designed. The staff were exceptional in every respect.

Everything was amazing.

Nice onsen(public

Suite was on 2 levels with very steep staircase. Bathroom downstairs, bedroom upstairs.

Expensive for what it is.

Excellent staff service from the moment of arriving, as they helped us with the luggage, to the dining experience. Great food breakfast and dinner half board, sumptuous meal, super full after it, and very cheerful staff. Rooms felt bespoke and beautiful appointments throughout. Highly recommended.

It was very hard to find the parking lot after arriving at the front of the hotel, where you cannot stop/park. Clearer signage would have been helpful. Offering assistance to move luggage down the stairs at checkout would have been a nice touch, but overall a good experience. Investing in a luggage trolley to move luggage from car park to hotel entrance would probably be a good idea.

Amazing traditional ryokan, with a modern touch given it is newly renovated. Generously sized rooms. Incredible, Michelin-level kaiseki meals

This was our first visit to Shuzenji, and we were very impressed by the natural beauty of this area and the warm hospitality of AKARI KAORI. The hotel staff is exceptionally friendly and patient, making my parents' first Ryokan experience comfortable and welcoming. Although the place is not big, every detail is carefully arranged and designed, so we never felt cramped. The Yukata provided were a delightful touch, especially with the option for female guests to choose special ones. Guests can wear Yukata to the dining room and even for a walk outside. New towels and socks were also provided, which added to our comfort. The dining experience was superb, with both dinner and breakfast offering fine dining quality. The food was delicious, fresh, and there was a wide variety. We were overwhelmed by the choices! The staff even provided alternatives for my husband, who chose not to eat seafood. Just make sure to advise them in advance if you have special dietary needs. The location is also a big plus, being really close to the bamboo grove. It's a very nice place to go for a walk after dinner, and you're guaranteed to be stuffed from the wonderful meals! Overall, our stay at AKARI KAORI was a memorable and delightful experience, thanks to the natural beauty of Shuzenji and the hotel's excellent hospitality.