For Traveling Couples Looking for Onsen, Go No further Than These 10 Kanto Hotels
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Would you like to go for a relaxing stay at a onsen inn as a couple? We will introduce hotels and ryokan that you will want to go to together, whether it is for a special occasion or as a reward for your hard work. They are located in the Kanto region and surrounding areas, so busy couples can easily go on a weekend. Refresh yourself by enjoying onsen in large public baths, open-air baths, private baths, and rooms with open-air baths. We will introduce carefully selected inns that not only have a nice atmosphere and comfortable onsen, but also attractive facilities and meal.
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Sometimes you want to visit a hot onsen inn with your partner and spend a relaxing holiday... Choosing the right inn for such an occasion is an important point. When choosing a onsen spring for a couple or married couple, there are many conditions to consider, such as a romantic view, a bath in the room, and a quiet environment where you can meal. In this article, we will introduce a carefully selected list of recommended onsen inns in the Kanto region, including hotels and ryokan where you can cherish your time together.
Even though we may all call it a onsen trip, everyone has their own goals for the trip. The lodgings we introduce here are hotels and ryokan where you can cherish your time together, whether that be by thoroughly refreshing yourself in an extraordinary space or soothing both body and mind in a private space. There are rooms with open-air baths, stunning views from the rooms and inside the building, and private rooms and in-room dining for dinner. Choose a lodging that suits the desires of the two of you♪
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Tsukino Yado Sara in Hakone Yumoto is a beautiful onsen ryokan with a modern Japanese atmosphere that will add color to your trip. If you take the Odakyu Romance Car, you can get to the nearest Hakone Yumoto Station from Shinjuku without changing trains. It takes about 85 minutes, so it's quicker than you might think. It's also about a 10-minute walk from Hakone Yumoto Station. It's easily accessible, making it perfect for busy adult couples. All rooms have an open-air bath, and there are even rooms with an open-air bath facing the Sukumo River.
You can enjoy onsen to your heart's content in the large tatami-floored bath and the private bath that can be used without making a reservation. After the bath, relax with a free drink. For couples who want to make their trip even more special, we recommend staying in a "special room" with a natural onsen open-air bath in the room.
For dinner, you can enjoy a multi-course meal with a choice of three main dishes: Wagyu beef sukiyaki, Wagyu beef shabu-shabu, or seafood shabu-shabu. Enjoy a leisurely meal for two with a menu that changes with the seasons. In the morning, enjoy a healthy Japanese breakfast served in a box made from Hakone's traditional craft, "Yosegi." The restaurant's atmosphere, which is inspired by Yosegi craft, is also great.
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Hakone onsen Tsukino Yado Sara
Kanagawa /Hakone, Hakone Yumoto/Resort Hotel
- address
- 588-1 Yumoto, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
- access
- Take the Odakyu Romancecar from JR Shinjuku Station and get off at the final stop, Hakone-Yumoto Station, then walk for about 10 minutes.
"Yuyado Tokinoniwa" has an impressive exterior of Japanese architecture. This is ryokan with 64 rooms and an onsen spring bath, where adult couples can spend a quality time on their trip. It takes about 25 minutes by JR bus from Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Station to Kusatsu Bus Terminal. There is also a shuttle bus from Kusatsu Bus Terminal to the inn, so please make use of it.
The open-air baths in all rooms are fed by the "Yukawa no Yu" hot spring. The bedroom and living room are separate, providing a space for two people to relax. You can relax on the tatami space or enjoy Kusatsu's famous hot springs in the building or in your room. You can spend a fulfilling time without leaving the hotel.
Another great thing about Yuyado Tokinoniwa is that you can enjoy two different hot springs. The large public bath offers 23 different types of baths from two hot springs, Wata-no-yu and Yukawa-no-yu. In addition to the open-air bath, sauna, and bedrock bath, there are also three private baths that you can use without making a reservation. You can enjoy both your time alone and with your partner.
(Omitted) This is a Japanese inn that offers great value with private open-air baths, complimentary colorful yukata robes, free ice cream and drinks in the bath area, and midnight soba noodles.
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Kusatsu onsen Yuyado Tokinoniwa
Gunma /Kusatsu, Kusatsu onsen / ryokan
- address
- Gunma 464-214, Oaza-Kusatsu-Shirane, Kusatsu-machi, Agatsuma-gun
- access
- 25 minutes by bus from "Naganohara Kusatsuguchi Station" on the JR Agatsuma Line to "Kusatsu onsen Bus Terminal", then 5 minutes by shuttle bus.
Photo courtesy of: RISONARE Atami (https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonareatami/)
"Risonare Atami" is a resort hotel located on a hill about 20 minutes by shuttle bus from Atami Station. You can relax and heal your body in onsen while enjoying the sophisticated space and the magnificent view of Atami. From the rooms, baths, lounges, and restaurants, you can feel like you're at a resort while staying surrounded by a stylish atmosphere.
Photo courtesy of: RISONARE Atami (https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonareatami/)
The guest rooms, decorated in a pale blue color scheme, will make you feel as if you are in a European summer resort. All rooms also have an ocean view, so you can spend a romantic moment gazing at the vast ocean below. It's a wonderful location that will remind couples, and even married couples, of the feelings they had when they were newlyweds.
Photo courtesy of: RISONARE Atami (https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonareatami/)
On the top floor of the hotel, there is a replica beach called "Sorano Beach Books & Cafe." You can relax with tea, a drink, or a book while taking in the spectacular view of this mysterious beach that seems to float in the sky. It's a special place to spend a little different from your usual date.
Photo courtesy of: RISONARE Atami (https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/risonareatami/)
In the semi-open-air bath at the large public bath "Myojo-no-Yu," you can enjoy the sensation of floating on the water. We recommend you try to go there at sunrise.
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RISONARE Atami
Shizuoka /Atami/Resort Hotel
- address
- 2-13-1 Mizuguchicho, Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- access
- 20 minutes by shuttle bus from Atami Station
"Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori (Orix Hotels & Resorts)" is a hot onsen resort surrounded by nature. Enjoy a relaxing time on the water terrace with a spectacular view of Lake Ashi right in front of you. It takes about 60 minutes by Hakone Tozan Bus from Odawara Station. There is also a shuttle service that requires a reservation in advance, so please check. It is also about 35 minutes by car from Gotemba IC. There is also a free parking lot for guests. Couples who like to drive can rest assured.
We recommend spending some time alone together in the "Casual Twin Room (with open-air bath)", "Lakeside Standard Room (with open-air bath)", or "Lakeside Japanese-Western Deluxe Room (with open-air bath)", which are located a little away from the common building where the lobby is located. All rooms are equipped with Hanaori's original beds, which are designed with comfort in mind. You can fully relieve your fatigue even while traveling. Relax in a spacious space.
*The bath in the room is not onsen.
Embracing the lush mountains of Hakone, Lake Ashi spreads out before you. At the "Four Seasons Outdoor Bath Tanayu Garden View," you can relax in the hot onsen and forget about the busyness of everyday life while feeling the tranquility of nature. Surrender yourself to the magnificent scenery that changes with the seasons.
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Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori (Orix Hotels & Resorts)
Kanagawa /Hakone, Moto-Hakone, Lake Ashi/ ryokan
- address
- 160 Motohakone Togendai, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun Kanagawa
- access
- About 2 minutes on foot from Togendai Station
Atami Yuyado Ichibanchi, located about a three-minute walk from Atami Station, is a recommended onsen onsen inn for couples who prefer to take the train. There are various types of rooms available, including Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, Japanese-style beds, open-air baths, and suites. Our recommendation is the "Premium Suite with Open-Air Bath" shown in the photo. This luxurious room comes with an open-air bath with natural hot spring water and a spacious private wooden terrace overlooking the courtyard. After the bath, you can relax and chat on the sofas on the wooden deck.
At this inn, you can enjoy two free-flowing hot springs from their own source. There are two types of private baths (fees apply), an open-air bath and an indoor bath, and the private baths are recommended for couples and married couples. The photo shows the private bath "Omiya no Yu." Cold drinks are also available in the bath area. You can spend a blissful time in onsen and at the bath area.
Dinner is a kaiseki dinner featuring Izu seafood served at the retro folk art-style meal restaurant Shihomi-chaya. The most popular dish is the famous "sea bream atami nimono" (sea bream stew). It is a good idea for two people to talk about the future together while enjoying this exquisite dish.
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onsen Yuyado Ichibanchi
Shizuoka /Atami/ ryokan
- address
- 1-2 Kasugacho, Atami City Shizuoka
- access
- A 2-minute walk from Atami Station through the Nakamise shopping street on the left front. [The parking lot cannot be used due to construction work from February 2021. ]
Tsuki no Akari is located in a location overlooking the sea of Atami. It is an inn for adults aged 18 and over who want to spend some quiet time away from the hustle and bustle. It is a luxurious and relaxing place, perfect for a special day with a loved one. It is located about 140 minutes from Tokyo Interchange and about 7 minutes by taxi from Ajiro Station.
There are only 15 rooms, all of which have their own private onsen bath. Some rooms have open-air baths and semi-open-air baths. If you choose a room with a beautiful ocean view, you can relax in an extraordinary space while gazing at the endless ocean. You can feel the joy of experiencing this luxurious situation alone with your special someone.
In the evening, fill your stomach with the monthly "Kuzushi Kaiseki" cuisine, made with seasonal Izu ingredients and local fish. The dishes may change depending on what is available, but on the other hand, it's fun to see what new dishes will be served. You can lose track of time and enjoy the local flavors at your own pace.
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Tsuki no Akari
Shizuoka /Atami/ ryokan
- address
- 627-1086 Ajiro, Atami City Shizuoka
- access
- 7 minutes by car from JR Ajiro Station. Please use a taxi.
Beachside Onsen Resort Yuumi is a place where you can relax and forget about the busyness of everyday life with the sea right in front of you. It is located in Minamiboso, about a 90-minute drive from Tokyo. This resort hotel offers a variety of private baths and rooms with open-air baths, making it a great place for couples to enjoy their privacy.
All rooms have ocean views, including rooms with open-air baths. You can choose from Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats or rooms with a large sofa to suit your style. Enjoy the beautiful view from the open-air bath in an ocean view room for two.
There are five private baths, including a jacuzzi. In the hotel's specialty open-air bath "Umi" (fee required), you can soak in the jacuzzi bath in an elegant mood while looking out at the panoramic ocean. The sky and ocean dyed red by the sunset... You can spend an incredibly happy time with your partner while listening to the sound of the waves. Please make a reservation for the private bath when you check in.
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Beachside Onsen Resort Umi
Chiba / Kyonan, Minamiboso / Resort Hotel
- address
- Chiba 442 Motona, Kyonan-cho, Awa-gun
- access
- About 20 minutes on foot from JR Hota Station
Gourmet Ryokan Hamanoyu Izu Inatori onsen, is located about a 5-minute taxi ride from Izukyu Inatori Station. As its name suggests, this inn is known for its hearty meals. It is recommended for couples who want to enjoy food in addition to onsen. There are 16 baths on the rooftop floor. In addition to the open-air baths with spectacular views, there are also several private baths (some of which are available for a fee) that can be enjoyed by two people. The sky terrace and spa, El Dange, shown in the photo, is a luxurious private open-air bath. Enjoy a romantic time gazing at the star-filled sky.
There are plenty of rooms with ocean views and open-air baths. The photo shows the stylish "Room with Open-Air Bath B-TYPE" with an Asian-style atmosphere. The spacious 94 square meter room comes with an open-air bath with natural onsen, allowing you to relax. In addition to the spectacular ocean view, you can also enjoy different views at different times of the day, such as the starry sky and sunrise, for two.
For dinner, enjoy a hearty meal of seafood. The menu includes the restaurant's signature braised golden-eyed snapper, local fish sashimi, and sake-steamed abalone, making it an irresistible choice for seafood lovers. Both dinner and breakfast are generally served in in-room dining. The delicious seafood dishes are sure to spark conversation.
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Izu onsen Gourmet Ryokan Hamanoyu
Shizuoka /Higashiizu, Inatori, Izu/ ryokan
- address
- 1017 Inatori, Higashiizu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
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- Get off at Izu Inatori Station on the Izukyu Line / 150 minutes from Tomei Atsugi IC (via Odawara Atsugi Road) · 120 minutes from Tomei Numazu IC (via National Route 414)
onsen Onsen is a onsen resort about 120 minutes by train from Tokyo, visited by more than 2 million tourists a year. Kinugawa Onsen Asaya Hotel is a onsen hotel where you can enjoy a higher-class stay. It is located about 8 minutes by shuttle bus from onsen Station. Relax in a variety of hot onsen, including the open-air garden bath, large bath, and private bath. You can spend an extraordinary time at this long-established inn with a history of 130 years.
Based on the concept of a good old Japanese onsen ryokan, "Hachibankan" offers rooms with open-air baths. These rooms provide privacy for the two of you to enjoy a relaxing time together. There are also rooms with "view baths" and "panoramic baths," and you can find the room you like from a wide variety of Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western style rooms. It's nice to be able to relax in the bath without worrying about the eyes of others.
After relaxing in onsen in your room, why not enjoy meal at the Japanese-style dining restaurant "Wasai Kobo" or the private restaurant "Nikko"? There are courses such as the "Ogi Course", "Tsuzumi Course" and "Yuzaka Course", where you can enjoy banquet cuisine made with seasonal ingredients to your heart's content. If you're a couple who wants to eat a variety of your favorite foods, you can fill your stomachs up at the "Buffet Restaurant ASAYA GARDEN", which has an all-you-can-eat menu with about 100 types of Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes.
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Kinugawa Onsen Asaya Hotel
Tochigi / Kinugawa, onsen / ryokan
- address
- Tochigi Kinugawa, Nikko onsen waterfall813
- access
- Approximately 8 minutes by dial bus from onsen Onsen Station / Approximately 25 minutes by car from Nikko Utsunomiya Road "Imaichi IC"
"Wado Onsen" is one of the oldest onsen among the Seven Hot Springs of Chichibu. Located in this historic onsen town, "Yuno Yado Wado" is an inn where you can enjoy a leisurely bath while admiring the scenery of the Satoyama countryside throughout the four seasons. It is about a 45-minute drive from Hanazono IC and a 15-minute walk from Wado Kurodani Station. If you call after arriving at Wado Kurodani Station, they will come to pick you up, so it's easy to use even if you're traveling by train. The guest rooms have a relaxing Japanese atmosphere.
There are two large public baths with open-air baths: "Hiogi" surrounded by the scent of cypress, and the rock bath "Iwagyou." At "Hiogi," you can take a break in the oldest hot spring in Chichibu while watching the scenery change with the seasons. Some rooms also have open-air baths. The bath water in the guest rooms is not onsen water, but you can add onsen base made based on the inn's onsen ingredient analysis table to create an artificial hot onsen.
For adult couples who want to relax in onsen, there is also a private bath called "Gumi" that can be used for 50 minutes, as well as a private rock bath. Please contact the front desk after checking in to make a reservation. There is an additional fee, but you can enjoy the luxury of being in onsen and rock baths just for the two of you.
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Yu no Yado Yakushi no Yu Wado
Saitama / Chichibu/ ryokan
- address
- Saitama 813 Kurotani, Chichibu City
- access
- ●By car ⇒ About 70 minutes from Nerima IC (about 30 minutes from Kanetsu Expressway "Hanazono IC") ●By train ⇒ Free pick-up service available from Chichibu Railway "Wado Kurotani Station"
About an 8-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Station. "ryokan onsen Shinjuku" is ryokan you can enjoy hot onsen while in the heart of the city. Once you step through the noren curtains, you'll find a modern Japanese space that will make you forget you're in the city. Nearby is Shinjuku Gyoen, an urban oasis, so it's great to take a stroll together and feel the change of seasons.
On the top floor there is a large public bath with an open-air bath. The open-air bath uses hot onsen from the source in Hakone, and you can enjoy alkaline simple onsen that is said to be good for the skin. The view of Shinjuku cityscape and night view from the 18th floor is spectacular.
After onsen, you can relax in your room for a couple. The rooms have a simple design, and there are compact rooms available for two people to stay comfortably. Some rooms offer a beautiful view of Shinjuku, so you can relax while taking in the enchanting scenery.
You can experience the feeling of staying at a onsen ryokan in Shinjuku.
The whole place is full of Japanese charm, and I could feel the attention to detail in even the smallest details.
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ONSEN onsen ryokan SHINJUKU
Tokyo /Shinjuku/ ryokan
- address
- 5-3-18 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-Tokyo
- access
- About 8 minutes on foot from Exit C7 of Shinjuku Sanchome Station, about 7 minutes on foot from Exit 3 of Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station, about 20 minutes on foot from the East Exit of Shinjuku Station
"Fugaku Gunjo, a hotel overlooking the World Heritage site of Mt. Fuji" is located in Toi onsen, about 160 minutes by car from Tokyo. With a panoramic view of Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay, this luxurious hotel has suite rooms with onsen baths in every room. It's perfect for couples who want to relax in the great outdoors. There are only eight rooms, each with a different atmosphere. The carefully selected furniture, collected from all over the world, will lift your spirits.
The open-air bath in the guest room is made of natural granite and cypress. It is large enough for two people to stretch out their legs and relax in. The spring quality is a strong sodium chloride salt spring. The indoor bath is also a spacious jet bath, giving you a feeling of being out of the ordinary. The drinks in the refrigerator are free, so it's a good idea to toast together after the bath.
Dinner is a creative kaiseki dinner. The dishes are a fusion of Japanese and French cuisine and are beautiful to look at. Shizuoka You can taste luxurious Izu ingredients such as steaks of "Ashitaka" beef from and a menu using Ise lobsters from Nishi-Izu. Since it is meal in a private room, you can spend an elegant dinner time together.
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World heritage Mt. Syukufidake Fugaku Gunjo
Shizuoka /Izu/ ryokan
- address
- 2461-1 Yagisawa Shizuoka
- access
- From Shuzenji Station, take the Tokai Bus (bound for Toi/Matsuzaki) for about 50 minutes and get off at Okubo.
Oku-Nikko Hotel Shikisai is a hotel surrounded by nature in Nikko National Park. It is located in the Oku-Nikko area, and you can use the free shuttle bus from Nikko Station. Lake Chuzenji is located very close to the hotel. From the guest room windows you can enjoy the seasonal nature, making it perfect for couples who want to spend some quiet time bathing in the forest.
Our proud large public bath offers a panoramic view of nature from the large windows covering the entire wall! During the autumn foliage season, you can enjoy the view of the vibrant autumn leaves while bathing in onsen. After spending some time relaxing together, it's nice to relax together in the view lounge "Komorebi". You can relax in the space with a fireplace and books.
There are two types of open-air baths, one of which is a covered type that you can bathe in regardless of the weather. The water is a natural sulfur spring that is said to have a strong sterilizing effect and is also expected to have a whitening effect. You can also enjoy the unique scent and the color of the water that changes from emerald green to milky white.
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Okunikko Hotel Shikisai
Tochigi /Nikko/Resort Hotel
- address
- Tochigi 2485 Nakamiya Shrine, Nikko-shi
- access
- Take the Tobu bus from JR Nikko Station or Tobu Nikko Station to the Oku-Nikko Hotel Shikisai bus stop (about 45 minutes) and walk for about 15 minutes. Approx. 25 minutes from the Kiyotaki IC on the Nikko Utsunomiya Expressway.
Izu onsen Inatoriso is a hotel with a spectacular view located about 160 minutes by car from Tokyo. All guest rooms have an ocean view. What's more, you can enjoy the ocean view from everywhere in the hotel, including the large communal bath, open-air bath, and meal area. Some rooms have an open-air bath with free-flowing onsen spring water, so you can enjoy onsen for two while watching the ocean view change depending on the time of day.
Another great point is the number of baths available in the building. The large observation bath boasts an open-air bath with a spectacular view, where you can fully enjoy Inatori onsen while feeling as if you are one with the sea. The bath building "Yukkura" has an indoor bath and a rock bath, so you can enjoy bathing in different baths. If you are enjoying it with your partner, we recommend the private open-air bath. The private open-air baths on the mountain side as well as the ocean side have a relaxing atmosphere and are wonderful.
Dinner is made with plenty of seafood, including the specialty red snapper. Enjoy the seasonal flavors of Izu with a menu that has been carefully crafted one by one. For a special day for two, try a luxurious dish such as spiny lobster sashimi or abalone sashimi.
You can also add optional dishes.
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Inatoriso an inn with a superb view of the ocean
Shizuoka /Higashiizu, Inatori, Izu/ ryokan
- address
- 1531 Inatori, Higashiizu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
- access
- About 5 minutes by shuttle bus from Izu Inatori Station, about 15 minutes on foot
For couples who want to spend an adult holiday at a relaxing onsen ryokan, we recommend the Japanese resort "Tanigawa onsen Bettei Senjuan Senjuan," where you can receive heartfelt hospitality. All rooms are equipped with open-air baths with natural hot spring water overlooking the famous peak "Tanigawadake," which is counted among the 100 most famous mountains in Japan, so you can enjoy onsen while looking out at the magnificent view. The hotel is located about 10 minutes from Minakami Station by shuttle bus (reservation required).
There are 18 rooms in total, and seven types of rooms, all with an open-air bath with natural hot spring water. In a quiet location surrounded by mountains, you can forget about your daily life and spend some time just for the two of you. In addition, the hotel offers high-quality spaces where you can relax both body and mind, such as the large public baths "Ichinokura" and "Sennokura", the open-air baths "Suzumushi-no-Yu" and "Hotaru-no-Yu", and a sauna.
There is a reading room in the back of the garden that spreads out in front of the lobby. It's nice to enjoy reading slowly with your lover in a quiet space surrounded by trees. In addition, there is an area where you can enjoy the mountain stream of the valley in the garden, so you can spend a relaxing time in the great outdoors.
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Bettei Senjuan
Gunma /Minakami/ ryokan
- address
- Gunma 614, Tanigawa, Minakami-cho, Tone-gun
- access
- 25 minutes by bus from Jomokogen Station on the Shinkansen / 8 minutes by car from Minakami Station on the Joetsu Line / 10 minutes from Minakami IC on the Kanetsu Expressway
Fufu Nikko is a small luxury resort surrounded by a sacred atmosphere, located next to the Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park. It is about a 10-minute taxi ride from Nikko Station, or a 120-minute drive from Tokyo. You can also walk to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a registered World Heritage Site, so you can enjoy sightseeing at the same time. Once inside, you'll find yourself in an extraordinary space, with its high-ceilinged wooden architecture and classical music.
Each room has its own unique atmosphere, and all come with their own hot spring onsen. You can enjoy a serene view of nature from the guest room windows. All rooms are over 56 square meters, so two people can relax comfortably.
The guest rooms are equipped with indoor stone baths. The "Fufu Luxury Premium Suite" is a luxurious room equipped with an open-air stone bath and an indoor cypress bath, or an open-air cypress bath and an indoor stone bath. The "Fufu Nikko no Yu" hot spring water is a soft alkaline simple hot onsen from the hotel's own source. In addition to the baths in the guest rooms, you can enjoy onsen in the large public bath while listening to the sound of the babbling river.
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Fufu Nikko
Tochigi /Nikko/ ryokan
- address
- Tochigi 1573-8 Honmachi, Nikko-shi
- access
- About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Nikko Station or Tobu Nikko Station
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We introduced hotels and ryokan recommended for couples and couples on a onsen trip. There are so many unique and attractive inns, so it's fun to choose where to stay! All of the inns are within easy reach of the Kanto area, so you can go on a onsen date with the two of you this weekend.