Ryounkaku

8.4
Excellent
(234 reviews)

81 Matsunoyamaamamizukoshi, Tokamachi, Niigata 942-1435, Japan

+81 25-596-2100

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Hotel Description

Ryounkaku Inn

Nestled in a tranquil forested area surrounded by majestic mountains, Ryounkaku offers a serene escape off Prefectural Route 80, located at 81 Matsunoyamaamamizukoshi, Tokamachi, Niigata 942-1435, Japan. This charming hot spring hotel, just 4 km from the Daitozanbijutsu Museum, boasts a unique blend of comfort and natural beauty, making it a perfect retreat for nature lovers and relaxation seekers alike. The hotel features straightforward rooms equipped with TVs and minifridges, with select accommodations showcasing traditional Japanese elements like futons, tatami mats, and chabudai dining tables, ensuring an authentic experience that reflects the local culture.

Guests can indulge in a delightful culinary journey with complimentary meals provided twice daily, allowing them to savor the rich flavors of regional cuisine. The hotel also boasts a cozy restaurant and a welcoming lounge, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration. For larger gatherings, the ballroom serves as a perfect venue for events and celebrations.

A standout feature of Ryounkaku is its gender-segregated communal bathhouse, where guests can rejuvenate in natural hot spring water, experiencing the therapeutic benefits of onsen bathing amidst the serene forest setting. The hotel is accessible for guests with mobility challenges, offering wheelchair rental services to ensure everyone can enjoy their stay.

Transportation to the hotel is convenient, with Niigata Airport located approximately 2 hours away by taxi, making it an easily reachable destination for both domestic and international travelers.

Health and safety measures are prioritized, ensuring guests feel secure and comfortable during their stay. Rigorous cleaning protocols and attentive service reflect Ryounkaku's commitment to guest safety and well-being.

Guests can engage in numerous activities that celebrate the local culture, from hiking in the nearby Bijin Bayashi Forest to exploring the picturesque Kiyotsu Gorge, known for its stunning views and unique rock formations.

Nearby attractions include the Hoshitouge Terraced Rice Field, recognized for its breathtaking terraced landscapes, and the Echigo Matsunoyama Kyororo Forest School, which offers fascinating exhibits and scenic observation decks.

For dining, visitors can explore several excellent restaurants within a short drive, each offering a taste of local flavors and culinary traditions.

In closing, Ryounkaku invites you to experience its unique blend of relaxation, culture, and natural beauty, ensuring an unforgettable stay in the heart of Japan's stunning countryside.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Natural onsen for a rejuvenating experience

2. Traditional Japanese rooms with tatami mats

3. Complimentary meals featuring local cuisine

4. Gender-segregated communal bathhouse available

5. Convenient wheelchair rental for accessibility

6. Beautiful forest surroundings with mountain views

7. Proximity to cultural attractions and scenic spots


6.2 Good

Location rating

Top sights

Bijin Bayashi Forest
10 min
Kiyotsu Gorge
35 min
Hoshitouge Terraced Rice Field
23 min
Echigo Matsunoyama Kyororo Forest School
10 min
Echigo-Tsumari Art Field
17 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating6.2
Nearest airportNiigata Airport
Travel time to airport2 hr 8 min

Location

81 Matsunoyamaamamizukoshi, Tokamachi, Niigata 942-1435, Japan

Airports:

Niigata Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 8 min


Nearby locations

6.2

Good Location

In a forested area surrounded by mountains, this unassuming hot spring hotel off Prefectural Route 80 is 4 km from the Daitozanbijutsu Museum.

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Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Banquet hall

Pets

No pets

Parking & transportation

Transfer

Public bath

Public bath

Natural onsen

Private bath

Accessibility

Wheelchair rental

Food & drink

Restaurant

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub


Reviews

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最近メタボな親父

5/5
2024.09.24 We have been taken care of by Ryounkaku, Matsunoyama Onsen.As expected, it is said to be one of Japan's three major medicinal hot springs (Matsunoyama, Kusatsu, and Arima), so it was a wonderful hot spring ♨It was a hot spring that seemed to have a unique medicinal smell in the seawater, and the source is said to be a sodium and calcium chloride spring with a temperature of about 80 degrees Celsius.It's not hot, it's warm and warm, and it seems to be good for rheumatism, neuritis, wounds, etc. (^m^)/Personally, I find that it has a good effect on my stomach and intestines, and when I eat too much, I usually get an upset stomach the next morning, but this time I felt hungry and refreshed in the morning. I was also able to sleep well at night and wake up refreshed 👌The quantity and variety of food was just right for someone of my age, and it was light and had wild vegetables and mushrooms, so I was able to enjoy the cuisine of a mountain inn.Also, the bedding was good, including the futon and pillows, so I had a good night's sleep. No matter how wonderful the hot springs and hospitality are, if you can't get a good night's sleep because of bad bedding, the bedding will not be as good, but the bedding at Ryounkaku was wonderful. The room was quiet, and my wife and mother-in-law who went with me were also happy that they slept well.Thank you very much for making it one of the inns I would like to visit again 😀 I'm sure the waitresses were tired, but they had a lot of fun talking to me, and it was a fun overnight trip with lively conversation. I'm happy that my mother-in-law was also happy🚙==3

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清史_Kiyofumi

4/5
A long-established inn in Matsunoyama Onsen. The building is based on the main building, which was built in 1933 and is a registered tangible cultural property, and has been well-maintained to modern standards, including elevators and toilets, making it a comfortable place to spend your time.There is a large public bath, but the family bath is fed directly from the source. It's so hot that you'll want to bury yourself in water, but if you can, stir it well and then just go in. You'll be able to feel the Matsunoyama hot springs as they are. Of course, the hot water is already good enough, so if you don't like hot baths, you can fill it with water. However, in that case, I would like you to be especially careful not to forget to turn off the water, but when I was happy that the family bath was empty, I was sad to find out that the water was lukewarm.I appreciate the attentiveness and small consideration from the people working there. I think it takes a lot of effort to maintain and polish the buildings, and to deal with all sorts of things, but I hope that this atmosphere can be maintained in the future.

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榎本高明

3/5
Moved to Niigata Prefecture.We arrived at Ryounkaku in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture at 17:00, relaxed in our room, and then moved to the dinner venue.Take a seat at a table with the name of your room written on it and quench your thirst with a bottle of beer.I'll get it right away.・DinnerFive appetizers, three small appetizers, three types of sashimi, grilled sea bass with miso sprouts,Lightly pickled Mizu, Yugao topped with crab bean paste, Tsunan pork hotpot with summer vegetables, Noppe soup,Dinner includes assorted tempura, horse mackerel pickled in Nanban, rice, carp, and plum jelly.There are five types of appetizers: walnut tofu, fermented tofu, Toji pork, tomato jelly, and shellfish.The walnut tofu has a fragrant aroma, and the fermented tofu and toji pork have a gentle miso flavor and are delicious.There are three types of sashimi: wild fish, amberjack, and sweet shrimp, and the wild fish has a nice crunchy texture.The miso-grilled sea bass had a chewy, aromatic flavor and was delicious.Tsunan Pork's Summer Vegetable Hot Pot has tender pork and the soup from the hot pot has a gentle salty taste.The tempura platter comes in four types: shrimp, eggplant, bitter gourd, and zucchini, and it drains well.I was full after eating a wide variety of dinners such as crab-flavored crab paste and horse mackerel pickled in Nanban!・Breakfast mealSalt-grilled salmon, simmered Kurumafu and Zenmai, cold tofu, vegetable salad, simmered lotus roots,Breakfast includes hot spring eggs, natto, seasoned seaweed, pickles, rice, and miso soup.The salt-grilled salmon has just the right amount of salt, and the simmered dishes are good because they soak up the flavor and go well with the rice.Thank you for the meal.I was full from the rich variety of dinner and breakfast.The slightly alkaline hot springs made my body feel smooth and the food was delicious, making it a satisfying stay.

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ba shioli

4/5
The building was lovely. It varies depending on the room.The room we stayed in was also nice.The people working there were very kind and caring. The rice was also delicious. It seems like they often use things that are harvested in the mountains. I felt it was great to be able to compare sakes and choose 3 types from among the many flavors.However, the mattress was thin and I was used to beds so it was a bit painful. The view from the room was great.The smell of the bath smells as soon as you enter the bath room. It has a refreshing feeling, almost like mint.The toilet and wash basin are shared. I felt a little inconvenienced.Dinner starts at 6pm and breakfast starts at 8am. I wanted to leave early, so I asked them to come out a little early, and they let me out early. thank you.

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No Tak

4/5
The hot springs are now a 10 minute walk away in the summer.I think the location is good if you want to ski in the winter.

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岩崎昭一

4/5
An inn run by the Society for Protecting Japan's Secret Hot Springs.A quaint three-story wooden inn.The hot springs are salty hot water with a salinity of 1.7%.Naturally flowing from the source.The indoor bath uses the hot spring source and circulation to provide just the right amount of hot water.Because the temperature of the source is high, the family bath is extremely hot.Great spring quality 👏

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渡邉さん

5/5
Speaking personally, this hot spring is highly effective for atopic dermatitis. He is the only one who has bathed in over 200 hot springs. I'm honestly surprised!! ️For the past month, I've had an atopic dermatitis patch about 20 cm in diameter under my armpit on one side, and I've been scratching it at night on a daily basis, but while I was taking a break, I soaked in the hot springs at this inn for about 30 minutes in total, and immediately after that, I slept for 7 hours. When I woke up after that, my atopic dermatitis had healed, and it was such a strange experience that I thought it was magic! ️I'm really overjoyed☺️😊Ever since I became an adult, I have never been able to heal so easily and so beautifully even with dermatological medicine!Since I started suffering from atopic dermatitis this past month, I have been to more than 20 hot springs♨️ in Gunma, Nagano, Niigata, and Akita (sometimes going to several locations a day), but the one that worked for my atopic dermatitis was Ryounkaku. It was only a hot spring!! ️Please be careful as the water in the family bath is 90 degrees from the source! It took me about 15 minutes to bring the temperature from over 50 degrees to 43 degrees by adding water and stirring! !