Yuyado Miyakawa
9.0
Exceptional(126 reviews)
2514-1 Yumoto, Nikko, Tochigi 321-1662, Japan
+81 288-62-2139
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Hotel Description
Yuyado Miyakawa is a tranquil, informal hot spring inn nestled against a forested hillside in the picturesque city of Nikko, Tochigi, Japan. Located at 2514-1 Yumoto, Nikko, Tochigi 321-1662, the hotel offers an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This charming inn is situated just a minute’s walk from the serene Lake Yumoko, enhancing its appeal to nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. The hotel’s rustic design reflects its tranquil surroundings, offering guests a warm and inviting atmosphere. Yuyado Miyakawa’s proximity to National Route 120 and nearby natural attractions makes it a perfect base for exploring the area’s stunning landscapes, including several famous landmarks that showcase the beauty and history of Nikko. With a focus on simplicity and comfort, the hotel ensures that each guest has a relaxing and rejuvenating experience.
Guests will find refined rooms equipped with essential modern amenities, including Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The rooms also feature living areas with tatami mats and chabudai dining tables, adding a touch of traditional Japanese elegance. Some rooms offer additional luxuries, such as futons and sofas, while select rooms boast open-air hot spring baths with breathtaking views of the surrounding lake. While the hotel does not provide air-conditioning, the cool mountain air and natural surroundings create a refreshing environment throughout the year.
A major highlight of Yuyado Miyakawa is its complimentary breakfast and dinner, offering guests an authentic taste of Japanese cuisine. The hotel also offers access to four hot spring baths, two of which are open-air, providing a unique opportunity for relaxation in the natural, mineral-rich waters. These baths are available for private use, ensuring a serene and intimate experience. The inn welcomes children aged 7 and over, making it an ideal choice for families looking to enjoy a peaceful getaway.
The hotel is conveniently accessible by public transportation, with a 2-minute walk to the 湖畔前 (bus stop) and a 6-minute walk to Yumoto Onsen. For travelers arriving by air, Fukushima Airport is approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes away by taxi. The hotel’s location near public transport options, combined with its serene setting, makes it easy for guests to explore the many attractions nearby, including the Kegon Waterfalls, Lake Chūzenji, and Nikkō Tōshogū Shrine.
Guests can also enjoy a variety of activities and experiences during their stay, including hiking to nearby waterfalls, boating on the lake, and exploring local temples and shrines. The surrounding area is rich in cultural and natural beauty, offering plenty of opportunities for guests to engage with the local culture.
In terms of nearby dining, guests have several excellent options for local cuisine, from traditional Japanese fare to modern dining experiences. Restaurants within walking distance offer a variety of dishes, including local specialties and fresh, seasonal ingredients. Whether guests are seeking a cozy dinner after a day of sightseeing or a relaxing meal by the lake, there is no shortage of dining options to explore.
In conclusion, Yuyado Miyakawa provides an exceptional experience for those seeking tranquility, comfort, and natural beauty in one of Japan’s most scenic regions. With its exceptional hot spring baths, beautiful surroundings, and welcoming atmosphere, it invites guests to relax, recharge, and immerse themselves in the charm of Nikko and its surrounding attractions.
Guests will find refined rooms equipped with essential modern amenities, including Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The rooms also feature living areas with tatami mats and chabudai dining tables, adding a touch of traditional Japanese elegance. Some rooms offer additional luxuries, such as futons and sofas, while select rooms boast open-air hot spring baths with breathtaking views of the surrounding lake. While the hotel does not provide air-conditioning, the cool mountain air and natural surroundings create a refreshing environment throughout the year.
A major highlight of Yuyado Miyakawa is its complimentary breakfast and dinner, offering guests an authentic taste of Japanese cuisine. The hotel also offers access to four hot spring baths, two of which are open-air, providing a unique opportunity for relaxation in the natural, mineral-rich waters. These baths are available for private use, ensuring a serene and intimate experience. The inn welcomes children aged 7 and over, making it an ideal choice for families looking to enjoy a peaceful getaway.
The hotel is conveniently accessible by public transportation, with a 2-minute walk to the 湖畔前 (bus stop) and a 6-minute walk to Yumoto Onsen. For travelers arriving by air, Fukushima Airport is approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes away by taxi. The hotel’s location near public transport options, combined with its serene setting, makes it easy for guests to explore the many attractions nearby, including the Kegon Waterfalls, Lake Chūzenji, and Nikkō Tōshogū Shrine.
Guests can also enjoy a variety of activities and experiences during their stay, including hiking to nearby waterfalls, boating on the lake, and exploring local temples and shrines. The surrounding area is rich in cultural and natural beauty, offering plenty of opportunities for guests to engage with the local culture.
In terms of nearby dining, guests have several excellent options for local cuisine, from traditional Japanese fare to modern dining experiences. Restaurants within walking distance offer a variety of dishes, including local specialties and fresh, seasonal ingredients. Whether guests are seeking a cozy dinner after a day of sightseeing or a relaxing meal by the lake, there is no shortage of dining options to explore.
In conclusion, Yuyado Miyakawa provides an exceptional experience for those seeking tranquility, comfort, and natural beauty in one of Japan’s most scenic regions. With its exceptional hot spring baths, beautiful surroundings, and welcoming atmosphere, it invites guests to relax, recharge, and immerse themselves in the charm of Nikko and its surrounding attractions.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Serene location by Lake Yumoko, surrounded by forested hillside
2. Refined rooms with tatami mats, chabudai dining tables, and open-air hot spring baths
3. Complimentary breakfast and dinner offering authentic Japanese cuisine
4. Four hot spring baths, two of which are open-air for private use
5. Convenient walking distance to public transport options including buses and onsen
6. Proximity to major attractions such as Kegon Waterfalls, Lake Chūzenji, and Nikkō Tōshogū Shrine
7. Quiet and peaceful atmosphere perfect for families and nature lovers
8. Rooms with modern amenities, including Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea-making facilities
9. Excellent service praised by previous guests
10. Easy access to local dining options with a variety of Japanese dishes
8.4 Excellent
Location rating
Top sights
Kegon Waterfalls
19 min
Lake Chūzenji16 min
Nikkō Tōshogū43 min
Yudaki Falls2 min
Ryuzu Falls10 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 00:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Location rating | 8.4 |
| Nearest airport | Fukushima Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 2 hr 14 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
$338
$369
$361
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Location
2514-1 Yumoto, Nikko, Tochigi 321-1662, Japan
Airports:
Fukushima Airport
Taxi: 2 hr 14 min
Transit: 4 hr 56 min
Transit:
湖畔前（バス）
Walking: 2 min
Yumoto Onsen
Walking: 6 min
Nearby locations
8.4
Excellent Location
This tranquil, informal hot spring inn abutting a forested hillside is off National Route 120. It's also a minute's walk from Lake Yumoko.
Top Attractions
Amenities and Facilities
Public bath
Public bath
Natural onsen
Open air bath
Food & drink
Restaurant
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
Air conditioning
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
9.2
58 reviews
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brandon lai
5/5
The boss and staff are very friendly. I like the atmosphere of the hotel very much. The meals and hot springs are also great. I recommend it to everyone staying in Yumoto Onsen.
Blackstone Hope
5/5
This is my first visit.Overall it was a very good stay.It's not cheap, so I think I'll have to come back when I have more time, but I like it.I think it's especially good for those who want to take a relaxing soak in a hot spring.However, I don't think it's suitable for people who are looking for "luxury hotel customer service," "ultra luxury," and "ultra cleanliness."I think it's suitable if you enjoy "taste".My impressions are below.【hot spring】・You can add as much as you like at any time. Private rental type that uses analog bills.・Indoor bath on the 1st floor: The shower equipment is old. This is for adjusting the amount of hot water and water.・Although it is simple, there is a self-serve cold tea set in front of the indoor bath area.・2nd floor open-air bath: We recommend lying down. The same goes for showers. You cannot wash your body while sitting, so if you want to wash your body, the indoor bath on the 1st floor is probably the best place to wash your body. Since it's open air, there are lots of fallen leaves and insects. All you can see is the tree directly above you. (The temperature is hot in the open air)[Room] (The facilities may vary depending on the room, so this may not be helpful)・Water facilities are very clean. Beds are also good. Only the windows look old. There is no air conditioning, only a fan, so what about midsummer? (Visit in September)And a lot of cars pass in front of the inn. It's not a road that tourists take, so it's probably cars of people related to the hot spring area or businesses, but the noise is a bit disturbing.[Inside the inn]The floor is tatami. It creaks a little. There are no slippers (*probably), so you can move around in the provided socks. The stairs are a bit steep and there is no elevator. The atmosphere is good.The toilet in the hallway on the first floor is difficult to use. The distance is short, so please be quiet and use the toilet in your room.【meal】Served in the dining room rather than in the room. A screen partition instead of a private room. It's not large, but it's not small either, and there's enough space between you and other customers.Dinner: Delicious. However, meat etc. will be cooked by yourself. Personally, I prefer grilled food because I'm tired from all the activities I do during the day on a trip. Is the quantity normal? The delivery speed may be fast, but I prefer it to slow.Breakfast: It was a nice meal that soothed me after waking up in the morning and taking a bath in the hot springs.Self-service coffee and tea are also available.★As mentioned above in [Room], cars will pass in front of the indoor bath and dining room on the 1st floor, so this is a bit of a concern. If you ask me if it's a May fly, it's not really...★The view from the room is not very good. Other buildings and power lines in the hot spring area are clearly visible.★There is no service from your car to the hotel during your visit.
Takashi Umeki (tumeki)
5/5
There are also 4 hot springs, which you can use as you like and feel very comfortable. Also, the service was very good and I would like to stay there again.
R. H.
5/5
Although the cost performance was average, the overall satisfaction level was high and it was an inn that I would like to stay at again.・The bath is completely private, so you don't have to worry about being seen.・Since it is in Oku-Nikko, the quality of the spring water is of the highest quality.・The indoor bath is spacious and you can take a relaxing soak.・However, the open air on the second floor only has a simple washing area, which is a bit inconvenient.・The food is delicious. The rice cooked with fresh ginger and the fish stuffed with aromatic vegetables are particularly delicious.・I stayed in a regular room, but it was very average.・The staff has great hospitality.・Credit cards cannot be used unless reservations are made from the official website.This time I stayed in the summer, so next time I would like to visit in a cooler season.
Amy Walker
5/5
Rumiko-san speaks very good English and her Ryokan is a gem, nestled in the tiny hamlet of Yumoto Onsen.Rumiko-san and her lovely staff could not have been more kind and accommodating; they took infinite care to prepare fully vegan feasts for me, complete with English-translated menus. Our server (who may also have been one of the chefs) was such a warmhearted and joyful soul - and determined to ensure that I should not go hungry; I was given careful lessons in how to prepare a mountain of fresh juicy veggies on my own teppan, presented with delicious agedashi tofu, as well as an amazing baked eggplant with a sublime sauce I couldn’t get enough of and lashings of sticky rice. Not to mention the seemingly endless delicious sides and sublime fresh fruits.Our upstairs air-conditioned room was extremely comfortable - a suite with its own toilet and shower, sitting room and sleeping quarters with futons. We were supplied with all toiletries, towels and several sizes of yukata, the traditional Japanese robes worn by Ryokan guests when moving about the inn.Yuyado Miyakawa has four onsen (hot spring baths) - two indoor ones on the ground floor and two on the upstairs level that are open to the sky but also have cover for when it rains. They are not gender-segregated, so couples can enjoy the onsen together by simply turning the “vacant” sign to “in use” on the door. My partner and I never had to wait to use the onsen despite visiting over the Obon holiday, and I enjoyed a long relaxing soak each day at the end of many hours hiking through the incredible surrounding lakes and meadows and mountains.At the end of our stay we were so intent on catching our bus that my partner accidentally left an item in our room. As we sat on the bus waiting to depart, there was a tapping on the window beside us: Rumiko-san herself had run all the way to the bus stop to return the item to us. This care and kindness perfectly encapsulates our experience at Yuyado Miyakawa. I highly recommend staying here for a wonderful, authentic onsen experience.
Andreas Andersson
5/5
Andreas from Sweden, I have stayed here two times now in the company of my olld japanese host family, every time have been amazing. I love the food and the baths and giving you an opportunity to just wind down from the usual hectic travel in Japan.The host speaks good english as well
高橋昇
4/5
A small inn with 5 rooms in total. There are 4 private hot springs available, and if they are vacant, you can use them at any time without making a reservation. No time limit either. My wife and I enjoyed the hot springs relaxingly. We had our meals at a restaurant. The food was also very good. There were only 3 groups staying overnight that day, but 2 of them were foreigners. The person in charge of the hotel can speak English and probably Chinese. It was a very international accommodation.
二瓶誠
5/5
Thank you for your help 4 times.The hot water is exquisite, and couples can enjoy a private bath together.I'm also satisfied with the food.I would like to go again.
テステス
5/5
I stayed here for one night from 2024.3.10. It was fully booked even though it was a winter Sunday night. That's no wonder; not only the hot springs, but also the food and hospitality are wonderful.The hot spring is an ideal hot spring with cloudy sulfur water, and one of the four baths reserved for private use is always open, so you can enjoy a relaxing bath.First time in 5 years? The fifth time? It was my first visit, but I was surprised to see that the quality of the food had improved even more.
陳通
1/5
The snow on the narrow climbing road in front of the inn is not cleaned at all, so it's very dangerous.
Eric Lu
5/5
What a perfect Japanese Onsen Ryokan experience!Rooms are new, large (compared to other old ryokans), equipped with showers after recent renovations to make them more friendly to foreign visitors. Still, the renovations were very well conducted such that it successfully preserve the unique, warm atmosphere we expect to feel in a traditional ryokan. It’s just that you’ll find several convenient improvements here and there during the stay. I think Miyakawa reached a great balance here.Dinner and breakfast were all delicious. I especially love the steam rice, tofu hotpot and Sawahime sake. Also, thanks for preparing vegetarian meals for my mom. She really liked it!Miyakawa is very proud of the quality of their onsen. They have 2 indoor paths and 2 outdoor baths, which are quite sufficient for everyone given the small number of rooms in the hotel. We enjoyed onsen twice during our one-night stay here. It was very satisfying and effectively alleviated my back pain.In general I highly recommend Yuyado Miyakawa! Book via their website so you can pay upfront via credit card.
Adam Hageman
5/5
Our stay at Yuyado Miyakawa was excellent. The staff was attentive and accommodating. The food was very delicious. Most importantly, the indoor and outdoor onsens were piping hot, clean, and very relaxing to sit in. It's a little difficult to get to, requiring a train and bus from Shinjuku or Tokyo station... ( Recommend Tobu Nikko Express and Tobu Yumoto Onsen Bus Pass)... But definitely worth the effort! I will look forward to coming back in future trips.
KJ* HP
5/5
There are 4 private indoor baths and 4 open-air baths, and the cloudy white and sulfur springs are the best.The food was just right, carefully selected, and the soup stock was excellent.Pleasant response from the landlady and all the staff.I was happy to see that they provided ice cream after taking a bath, and there were free drinks, including beer, in the fridge.The one free can of beer wasn't enough, so I had beer brought to my room 😆This is my third time at Yumoto Onsen, and I liked it the most.This is a recommended accommodation for its hot spring quality, service, and food.
ミヤシュウ
4/5
This is the perfect inn to stay indoors and enjoy hot springs♨️.Everything is reserved, so even my elderly mother can enjoy it at her own pace. With my wife.
mユキ
5/5
I stayed at the sulfur source inn Miyagawa-san♨️.It was an adult inn that I had always wanted to stay at.Very nice hot spring, I will go again.
SL
Shu Ya L
5/5
I can only give the highest praise for my stay at Yujuku Miyukawa. …
Shu Ya Lin
5/5
I give my highest rating to my stay at Yujuku Miyukawa. From the kindness and professionalism of the service staff to the comfort of the room and the delicious meals, I was pleasantly surprised by every detail. What surprised me even more was that there was a waiter who could speak Chinese, which made me feel more at home in a foreign land.First of all, I have to praise the service staff at Yujuku Miyukawa. There is a Taiwanese waiter who is good at Chinese, which makes my communication smoother. I don't have to worry about language barriers, which makes me feel more friendly.The rooms are small and cozy, creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Although the room was not big, it was comfortable and clean, allowing me to have a good sleep.Yujuku Miyukawa provides two meals a day, each dish is carefully prepared, the ingredients are fresh, and the meals are delicious and sumptuous. The dining environment is elegant and comfortable, allowing me to enjoy every meal leisurely.The Norikiri Hot Spring Bath is even more recommended. This is a facility that requires no reservation. Just hang the "In Use" sign on the door and you can enjoy the comfortable hot spring time alone. The experience of soaking in the hot springs was very pleasant and completely relaxed my body and mind. You can also enjoy delicious popsicles after soaking in the soup, which is a pleasant surprise.
Mar
5/5
It's the best inn.I'll come back later.
アオバズク
4/5
The accommodation and staff were very good. We thought we would be able to relax as the inn does not allow small children, but unfortunately the three elderly men's voices were extremely loud and it was almost noisy as they were all drunk!The hostel had asked us to eat in silence, but they were worse than the children. However, the bath was great, and it wasn't the inn's fault that the guests were terrible, so it was an inn I'd like to stay at again. The private baths are the best, and the water is hot, or should I say hot. But it feels good.
A N
3/5
There is not particularly excessive service, but they leave me alone so I can spend my time without worrying.There are 4 baths available for private use, so you can use them comfortably.I think the meal is sufficient as long as you are not a young person.There is a short break and reading space where you can freely enjoy drinks such as coffee and tea.However, credit cards can only be used under limited conditions when settling accounts.It seems that not only travel sites but also Google and Yahoo cannot be used.So how should I make a reservation? Phone only? The more I wonder.I thought it was unfriendly as there was no convenience store nearby and it would have cost around 60,000 yen for two people to stay.(I happened to have some on hand so everything turned out fine...)I also think it would be helpful to receive information via email in advance about the need for PCR test results and negative proof when receiving travel support.Although it is not a luxurious inn, it is a good inn where you can relax and enjoy the hot springs as children are not allowed.