Hot Springs Hotels in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan

We are a group of 4 pax travelling , we love this hotel , short walk from train station We opt for the room with breakfast and dinner , really good and sumptuous food prepared and we were given a private room to enjoy our meal Onsen just conveniently at lower ground , public indoor and outdoor . We love it Staff are all very service Overall I highly recommend anyone who wants to look for authentic ryokan stay at kinugawa

My family and I stayed overnight with breakfast included. We had to extend our stay at short notice, so we looked into the Grand Mercure, which we were interested in, and found that only Japanese-style rooms were available. Our room was a ”traditional” style. (We actually wanted an animal-themed room for kids, but since it was summer vacation, it was fully booked when we looked a while ago.) The newly renovated area was very clean and impressive. There was a pool, outdoor play equipment, and an indoor playground, so we could play there before going to our room, so we arrived early and had plenty of fun. (The pool shower and changing rooms were very small and a bit old-fashioned, which was a shame.) We also used the lounge both in the evening and at night, and my daughter loved it. The bath had a lovely atmosphere, and the relaxing space after the bath, as well as the vinegar drink and amazake (sweet rice drink) were delicious. The breakfast buffet the next morning is reserved at check-in, so it's best to book early to choose the time. (One-hour limit.) The restaurant on the 13th floor has a great view, so the views were spectacular. Most of the guests were families with young children (elementary school age and younger), and there were plenty of kid's chairs and beds available. Reservations are required, so while the tables were full, it wasn't too crowded and we had trouble getting food. (We made our reservation at 9:00 AM.) The menu was satisfying for both adults and children. There are plenty of hotels available, so I recommend arriving with plenty of time to check in. It's located right next to Rindoko Family Farm, so it's also recommended for those staying there.

The facilities and hospitality of the hotel mentioned above are close to full marks. On the other hand, unfortunately the cleaning of the hot spring bath is not so good, and there is nothing that can be done about the quality of the hot spring water. And the quality of the dinner. The number of dishes is more than enough, but I would like them to take the taste more seriously. I would like food that tastes good, not just the price.

The hotel was great, but it would have been even better if there was a direct bus service from central Tokyo. Taking the Spacia train is expensive, and a regular train takes four hours, so a dedicated bus would definitely make me want to visit more often. The food was especially delicious, and everything else was excellent too.

The service was impeccable, with the young waiters always smiling. During my seven-day trip to Japan, this was the only place where I experienced the kind of Japanese service I've been seeing online. The room was spacious, and the food and hot springs were excellent. It was a pleasant surprise to find such a hot spring inn in a secluded area like Kawaji Yumoto. The only downside was that the furniture was a bit dated. The filter on the kettle's outlet was rusty and yellowed. I hope it's replaced soon, as it's not a very expensive item.

The hotel itself is lovely, and the service was incredibly attentive. Both breakfast and dinner were delicious. We booked a large room which was exceptionally spacious, and my family absolutely loved it. Its proximity to Toshogu Shrine was a huge plus – just a 5-minute walk to the entrance, making it super convenient for sightseeing. Overall, a highly recommended hotel.

It was immaculately clean. The service was also very polite and attentive, which I truly appreciated. We had both dinner and breakfast, and the food was delicious, making for a perfectly satisfying trip.

The environment is still good, the location is relatively quiet, the big bath and hot spring are on the first floor, the view is also very good when eating breakfast, and fortunately I saw the rainbow 🌈

For the guests who are open to the soup, there are not many people, the indoor and outdoor are great Arrived very late, a very kind old lady personally picked up the parking lot and helped with heavy luggage. Take us to visit the baths and rooms The waiters during the day were also very enthusiastic and recommended attractions that we could sightseeing nearby. Because of the off-season, the attractions of the plateau are not regularly rested. Zuih went to a very close ranch, and the store personally sent us to the attractions. Too thoughtful

Overall is good in terms of food/facilities/services. Yumoto onsen bus stop is only 3mins walk away from hotel. The tatami room I stayed is spacious..just that it got smell which I believe it is due to lack of ventilation. Feel ok after i spray some air freshener.