Ikaho Onsen’s 15 Best Ryokan for Couples - Will You Choose the Golden or Milky White Baths?

Ikaho onsen in Gunma is onsen area with two types of hot springs, ``Kogane no Yu'' and ``Shirogane no Yu.'' It flourishes around the stone steps, which have a total of 365 steps. It was once popular as a summer resort from the Meiji period to the early Showa period, and there are many long-established inns and retro shops in the area! It's fun just walking around with him.

If you travel to the Ikaho area, which is full of charm, you should stay overnight. If you stay overnight, you can enjoy visiting hot springs as much as you like, and you can also enjoy gourmet food and souvenirs. It's nice to spend some time alone in your room instead of walking around. In this article, we will introduce recommended ryokan divided into three types ryokan" ryokan with Kogane-no-Yu", "Ryokans with Shirogane-no-Yu", and "Ryokans with both Kogane-no-Yu and Shirogane-no-Yu". Please look for a special place to stay while consulting with him ♡

There are several ways to get to Ikaho onsen from Tokyo by public transportation. One way is to take a combination of Shinkansen and conventional lines to the nearest station, Shibukawa Station, and then transfer to a bus from there. Alternatively, you can also take the direct bus ``Joshu Yumeguri'' from Shinjuku Station. Now, let's check out the recommended accommodations.

First, we will introduce the onsen inns where you can bathe in the "Kogane no Yu". Kogane-no-Yu is a historical onsen that has been loved for a long time since it gushed out during the Manyo period. The dark brown color is due to the high iron content. Warm up from the core of your body and refresh yourself.

About a 3-minute walk from the Ikaho onsen bus stop, “Yokotekan” is a historic onsen inn founded in the Edo period. It features a solid and retro appearance. Why don't you enjoy the time travel feeling in a guest room that retains the atmosphere of the Taisho era, or spend some time alone in a private bath with free-flowing onsen?

The main building was built in 1920 (Taisho 9). Among them, all 14 rooms in the west wing are said to have been preserved as they were at that time. There is no toilet or washroom, but it is an elegant room where you can feel the "genuine Taisho romance" alone. Each one has a slightly different design, and each one is attractive. You can enjoy choosing your room.

The rooms in the east wing (pictured) have a completely different Japanese-modern atmosphere. The pillars, ceiling, shoji screens, transoms, etc. are used to preserve the atmosphere of the time, while the water area is fully equipped and comfortable. In addition, the guest rooms in the modern Japanese-style annex Tokiban-en are made of reinforced concrete, so it is recommended for those who are easily annoyed by noise around them!

You can enjoy "golden hot springs" flowing directly from the source at all of the bathhouses within the hotel. The public baths ``Gekko-no-Yu'' and ``Orizuru-no-Yu'' are open for men and women. Additionally, you can use three private family baths for free (advance reservation required)! Just the two of you can enjoy the famous hot springs.

For couples, we recommend a plan where you can enjoy "Gunma's Japanese cuisine" in your room♡ You can enjoy dishes that incorporate plenty of seasonal local ingredients. Please enjoy it slowly at the pace of two people without worrying about the eyes.

Kishon Ryokan is ryokan with a long history, founded in 1576. In the Taisho era romantic hall, exhibits of cultural figures related to the inn are displayed. The stone steps are just outside the entrance, making it a perfect base for exploring onsen town.

For couples who want to focus on the view, we recommend the 12-tatami Japanese-style room (corner room) facing Mt. Haruna and Mt. Akagi. From the window of the spacious room, you can see the majestic and beautiful mountain scenery. If you sit on a Showa retro chair and talk, the distance between the two of you will be shortened.

All onsen are flowing directly from the source. The detached open-air bath "Gonzaemon-no-Yu", which faithfully reproduces the color woodblock prints drawn in the Meiji period, is full of taste! A fragrant all-cypress bathtub. In addition, there is an open-air bath "Rokuzaemon no Yu" with a view of the mountains and a large indoor bath "Matazaemon no Yu".

There are also plenty of paid private onsen where two people can enjoy the "golden hot water". Each has different usage methods and fees, so please check beforehand.

There is a "lounge" on the front floor that is reminiscent of a traditional coffee shop. A chic space with a Taisho romance. In addition, there are plenty of facilities for couples to have fun together, such as a ``reading room'' with a large collection of manga, and a ``table tennis hall'' that can be used at a reasonable price.

About 3 minutes on foot from Ikaho Bus Terminal, “Moriaki ryokan” was founded in 1868. The inn has a connection with the poet Ujo Noguchi, who wrote the lyrics for such songs as "Nanatsuko" and "Shabondama," and there is also a "Noguchi Ujo Corner" inside the hotel. Soothe away your fatigue by soaking in the relaxing open-air bath.

They come in a variety of sizes and designs, including reasonably priced Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western rooms with twin beds. There are also guest rooms with semi-open-air baths and barrier-free guest rooms.

onsen are fed directly from the source. The large open-air bath "Ujo-no-Yu" with a view of the mountains is especially popular. The large indoor bath, ``Jizo-no-Yu,'' is characterized by its quaint design made of stacked stones. It's also spacious. You can take a bath late at night or early in the morning, so feel free to soak in onsen as much as you like. There is also a private bath called Keyaki-no-Yu that looks up at the sacred tree, so couples who are interested should check it out.

For meal, enjoy carefully prepared Japanese cuisine and Kaiseki cuisine using luxurious local products. Please enjoy the seasonal ingredients with him. The menu varies depending on the season, purchasing status, and plan.

When you're feeling peckish, why not have a late-night snack at the snack corner, which is open from 8:00 p.m. to midnight? Maybe you can enjoy getting tipsy at the lounge "Ujo" which changes into a bar from 8pm to 11pm. It's a waste to sleep still...It responds to the feelings of couples like that.

About a 2-minute walk from the Ikaho Bus Terminal, "Ikaho onsen Kokuya" is ryokan decorated with cute handmade accessories. “Tsurushibina” in the lobby is a popular photo spot. If you are staying as a couple, how about choosing a room with an open-air bath where you can enjoy the golden hot spring water? There are 4 rooms of this type, each with a different bathtub. The photo is "Ki no Shizuku" with a ceramic bath, and there is a table and chairs next to the bath. Perfect for cooling down after bathing.

After enjoying the baths in your room, try soaking in the open-air large baths and open-air baths with a view. There is also a private open-air bath (fee required, reservation required) that is great for couples, so you can immerse yourself in the hot springs.

Female guests staying in a room with an open-air bath can rent a colored yukata for free. You can rent a colored yukata with your favorite color pattern from a number of colored yukatas. After changing into a cute outfit, go to "Ishidangai" ♪ Let's enjoy a date with him. You can also borrow clogs, baskets, lanterns, etc., so try to take a great photo.

About 15 minutes on foot from Ikaho Bus Terminal. Ikaho onsen Kounkan, which can be accessed by shuttle bus, is a cozy ryokan with only 10 rooms. It's a little far from the stone steps, so it's recommended for couples who want to forget the hustle and bustle and enjoy a quiet trip. Every room has an open-air bath and a cypress indoor bath, so you can spend a blissful bath time with him. Hana-no-ma (pictured) is a guest room with eye-catching autumn leaves painted on the wall. (* The hot water in the bath in the guest room is not onsen.)

At the public bath "Auru no Yu", you can fully enjoy the "golden hot water" of 100% natural onsen. When you see onsen, you might be surprised by the dark brown color of the water. In addition, there is a "spa" where you can receive treatments and massages for a fee, so you can thoroughly heal your fatigue.

Dinner is a seasonal kaiseki cuisine. The dishes are prepared using local ingredients such as Jyoshu beef, Jyoshu chicken, and Gunma-grown Koshihikari rice, and are sure to make for a luxurious meal date ♡

Next, we will introduce a onsen inn that draws "Shirogane no Yu". Shirogane-no-Yu is a relatively new onsen that was discovered in the Heisei period. The colorless and transparent hot water contains plenty of "metasilicic acid" which is said to be good for beauty. The secret to its popularity is its gentle skin.

"Ikaho onsen Ikaho Shusuien" is a long-established inn that has been in business for over 50 years. A fun inn where a ceramic raccoon dog welcomes you. On the 1st floor, there is a café space with a Showa atmosphere, as well as a “yokocho”-like street lined with shops, general stores, and izakaya-style ramen shops. Enjoy walking around the building with him♪If you like the view, be sure to stop by the lounge on the 5th floor. During the day, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Joshu mountain range, and at night, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the romantic night view of the city lights.

For couples staying, we recommend the ``Room with a Spectacular View'' that overlooks the mountains! You can clearly see the picturesque Joshu Mountain Range. Please enjoy the magnificent and refreshing scenery as much as you like.

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On the walls of the spacious public bath "Kamitsuke no Yu", there is a tasteful painting with the motif of the Joshu mountain range. In addition, there are many attractive baths, such as an open-air bath surrounded by nature, and a modern large bath with beautiful stained glass "Ebira no Yu". You should also check out the mist sauna with a footbath where you can relax at a reasonable temperature.

In front of the entrance is a rickshaw-style convertible car called "Ikaho No. 1." Would you like to have him give you a ride during the day and tour around Ikaho town with him? This is actually a modified car with an engine. It seems that the hosts have put in the effort to create something that their guests can enjoy. It's a unique idea that lets you feel the atmosphere of a onsen town.

``Yokobi no Yado Shinki'' is built at an altitude of approximately 800 meters and boasts one of the best views in Ikaho onsen. You can see a panoramic view of the mountains from inside the building, and if you're lucky, you might even see a sea of clouds ♪ You can enjoy the spectacular view from everywhere, including the observation lounge and the observation bath on the top floor ♡

We recommend the Japanese-style rooms on the observation floors (6F, 5F, 4F). There is a wide veranda on the window side where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. It takes about 10 minutes on foot from the inn to the stone steps. Take a walk in the onsen town and enjoy gourmet food, relax in your room and enjoy the scenery... Let's spend a luxurious time together.

Of course, you can also enjoy a wonderful view of the mountains from the bathhouse. The photo shows the spacious public bath "Mayutama no Yu". You can fully enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. We also recommend the semi-open-air “Shiratama no Yu” where you can enjoy the refreshing breeze and panoramic view! It's a luxury to be able to enjoy both the scenery and onsen.

The kaiseki cuisine is full of attention to detail! It not only uses the bountiful seasonal produce of Joshu, but also includes dishes made with Gunma's famous products, such as silk and mulberry leaves.

If you are staying for a special occasion, we recommend booking the "Anniversary Plan." It comes with a whole cake decorated with fruit, making it the perfect surprise. It will be a special memory for the two of you. Please check with the hotel for more details.

` Mimatsukan'', which is about a 3-minute walk from Ishidangai, is a onsen inn full of Japanese style, with Japanese art sprinkled throughout the hotel. Although it is small, it is full of warmth. Guests are also happy to be able to rent out the spacious open-air bath with a view (first-come, first-served, fee applies).

For couples, the spacious standard Japanese-style room "Kodama no Ma" is recommended. There is a nostalgic atmosphere typical of a onsen inn. There are also guest rooms with windows that overlook the Joshu mountain range. By the way, up to 3 guests at "Kodama" can have meal in their room.

It also boasts a superb view bath where you can enjoy onsen springs while looking at the Joshu mountain range. The hot water (pictured) is also interesting. In addition, there is also an indoor bath "Zaan" with Ryukyu tatami mats, so be sure to check it out.

It's a onsen trip. Let's enjoy the standard table tennis with him after taking a bath! The table tennis table can be rented for a small fee. There is also a paid karaoke room in the hotel. Why don't you tell him how you feel with your favorite love song?

Don't miss the colorful menu that proactively incorporates the bounty of Joshu. The popular "Joshu Kakaazen" menu allows you to choose your main dish! The main dishes you can choose from include "Joshu beef sukiyaki," "Joshu beef steak," "Joshu beef or Joshu mochi pork shabu-shabu," and more. They all look delicious, so it's hard to choose. Please check with the hotel for more details.

About a one-minute walk from Ikaho Bus Terminal. "Wagokoro no Yado Omori" is ryokan you can feel the hospitality of the hostess from the flowers displayed throughout the building. I also like how the building is kept clean and everyone is encouraged to come barefoot. There are Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western style rooms, and there are also rooms with panoramic baths that are perfect for couples.

The bath in the "twin with observation bath" has an unusual shape. I would like to enjoy a hot spring bath, just the two of us, surrounded by the warmth of the trees. When you open the windows, the scenery of Joshu spreads out and your travel spirit is tickled. (*The bath in the room is not onsen)

In the hotel, there is also an open-air bath where men and women can use the "Shirogin-no-Yu" alternately, and an open-air bath "Nagomi" (pictured) that requires a fee and reservations. You can see the same scenery here as well. If you make a reservation in advance, you can also enjoy the “open-air set” where you can enjoy local sake while soaking in onsen. How about a tipsy onsen trip?

"Ikaho onsen ryokan", about 3 minutes by shuttle bus from Ikaho Bus Terminal, is a little-known inn away from the hustle and bustle. There are rooms with open-air baths where you can soak in the "Shirogane-no-Yu", stylish suites, and other special rooms, making it a perfect base for a date. The photo is "Tsuki", a guest room with an open-air bath. The moon-shaped wall decorations and Japanese-style lighting are stylish. Enjoy conversation while relaxing on the relaxing Ryukyu tatami mats♪

There are four types of guest rooms with open-air baths that couples will love. Each room has a different bathtub, and the "Moon" bath in the photo is crescent-shaped. The cologne design is very cute. It's a luxury that two people can occupy Ikaho onsen "Shirogane no Yu".

There is also an open-air bath with a view overlooking Mt. Akagi and the Tanigawa mountain range. Away from the hustle and bustle, you can come across a wonderful view. If you want to enjoy onsen alone, go to the paid private bath. You can soak in onsen while feeling the clear air.

Located about a 10-minute walk from Ikaho Bus Terminal, Ikaho onsen Hibikino is an inn where you can enjoy both the Golden Hot Springs and the Silver Hot Springs. The gardens and walking paths spread across a site of about 59,000m2 are also attractive. You can enjoy a holiday where you can soak in onsen and then take a walk while watching the nature change with the seasons. Another attractive feature is the plan where you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine made with carefully selected ingredients such as Joshu beef and vegetables purchased from local farmers. Of the wide variety of rooms, the "detached house" with an open-air bath where you can soak in the "silver hot springs" is recommended for couples. The photo shows a detached house named "Hoshun-an."

*The annex is currently under renovation, starting January 9, 2024.

The "Yuraku Suite" is a two-room suite. You can relax in the spaciously furnished living and dining room and the tatami-mat bedroom. There is also a DVD player, so you can spend time watching movies with your partner.

In the open-air bath in the hotel, you can soak in the "Kogane-no-Yu", which flows directly from the source, and in the indoor bath, you can soak in the "Shirogane-no-Yu". Enjoy the difference between the two sources. In addition to onsen, there is also a karaoke room, a bar, and meal where you can enjoy a late-night snack, so you can be completely satisfied just by staying in the hotel.

Ikaho onsen Fukuichi, about a 10-minute walk from the Miharashita bus stop, is a long-established restaurant that boasts over 430 years of history. It's located at the top of the stone stairway, so the view is outstanding! It's also a perfect base for walking. We have a variety of rooms, including a top-floor concept Japanese room with a panoramic view, a garden open-air bath, and a garden terrace, so please discuss it with your boyfriend and decide where to stay. The "Japanese modern room" in the photo is a room facing the mountain with a great view.

There are two large public baths in the hotel where men and women are alternated. In front of the open-air bath, the scenery of the four seasons spreads out, giving you an outstanding sense of openness. I want to take care of my fatigue while feeling close to nature. In addition, there is a private bath for a fee, so check it out if you are interested.

If you are traveling to celebrate an anniversary or birthday, choose the "Private Bath Plan" where you can have the bath all to yourself. A colorful yukata rental is also included for the woman, so you can enjoy a walk around the stone steps. It will be a memorable experience for the two of you. Check with the hotel for details.

About a 5-minute walk from the Ikaho Bus Terminal, Hotel Tenbo is ryokan that boasts an area of about 1,000 tsubo. Enveloped in the forest, there are large public baths for men and women, each with 9 baths. Why don't you experience as if you were in a onsen theme park by soaking in a wide variety of baths such as rock baths, lying baths, and cascading baths? There are many types of rooms, and among them, the "Room with an open-air bath" where you can soak in "Shirogane no Yu" is recommended for couples. The bed is made by Simmons and comes with a pillow.

If you stay in a room with an open-air bath, you can enjoy onsen without worrying about time. Enjoy a romantic bath time while enjoying the refreshing air of the forest in front of you during the day and the starry sky at night.

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In the bath in the large public bath, pictured here, you can soak in the "Golden Bath" which is directly fed from the source. There are also many other interesting baths, such as the "Jar-In-Girl Bath" with its three ceramic baths lined up, and the cave-like "Hide-and-Seek Bath." The baths in the men's and women's baths are different, so it's fun to spend some time talking about baths you never knew existed after bathing♪ There are also three private baths that require a reservation (fee required) where you can soak in the "Silver Bath," so you can enjoy a bath just for the two of you. After bathing, you can play in the "Game Corner" or try your hand at table tennis... Enjoy your time however you like♡

About 15 minutes by car from Shibukawa Station. “Ikaho onsen Oyado Tamaki”, which stands near the entrance of the stone steps, is perfect for couples who want to enjoy a higher-grade stay. There are plenty of elegant rooms where you can immerse yourself in a resort atmosphere. The photo is "Hanazuki", a guest room with an open-air bath where you can soak in "Shirogane no Yu". It has a mix of Japanese and Western tastes, and the high ceiling makes it feel open. You can spend a luxurious time in a 65㎡ room with a 15㎡ terrace.

There are also rooms with observation baths that allow you to enjoy the view from the top floor. Enjoy a private bath for two in an open-air bath with a great view, then cool down on the terrace... it's a dream come true. There is also a large public bath in the building where you can bathe in both the "Golden Bath" and the "Silver Bath," so be sure to enjoy a bath there as well.

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If you want to be alone for the entire time while bathing, try the ``Koharubiyori'' private rock bath for a fee. You can enjoy 100% pure-flowing "golden hot water" without worrying about anyone watching. In addition, there is a bedrock bath, sauna, and beauty salon on site, making it perfect for couples who are feeling tired.

Hotel Matsumotoro, located about a 3-minute walk from the Miharashita bus stop, is an inn with a full range of facilities for couples to enjoy. There is also a karaoke room and a cozy lounge. The rooms range from cost-effective Japanese-style rooms to luxurious suites that can be used for a variety of occasions. The spacious suite rooms also come with an open-air bath and dining room, making it feel like you're living together as a couple.

In the large public bath, you can enjoy a hot bath unique to this place. In the open-air bath with a spectacular view, you can soak in both “Kogane no Yu” and “Shirogane no Yu”. There are also many other unique baths, such as the Kissho-no-Yu, which has pure gold oval gold coins embedded in the floor, and the Daikoku-no-Yu, which has a statue of Daikoku-sama. There are also two paid private baths, so you can warm yourself up with just the two of you.

There are two private baths where you can enjoy onsen without any worries. The bathtub of "Kigokoro no Yu" is shaped like a bucket and is the perfect size for two people to bathe in. It is available except from midnight to 5:00 in the morning, and reservations must be made at the front desk on the day.

Ikaho onsen is a place full of charm as a hot spring resort, with two types of hot springs, "Kogane no Yu" and "onsen no Yu", the historical stone steps, and the superb view of the Joshu mountain range. Access from Tokyo is also good, so you can have a lot of fun even in 2 days and 1 night. Take onsen, go for a walk in a yukata, take in the scenery of the mountains... just relax with him as you please.