15 of the Best Luxury Ryokan in Ikaho Onsen for Couples to Enjoy a Special and Relaxing Time at

Gunma Located in Shibukawa City, Ikaho onsen is one of the most famous hot springs Gunma along with Kusatsu onsen. It is famous for its stone steps built on a steep slope, and the ryokan and souvenir shops on both sides of the steps form a town onsen. The retro atmosphere will soothe your soul.

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The city of Ikaho, which has inherited a long history and tradition loved by many literary figures, has many romantic places with a retro atmosphere. Especially the famous stone steps are a spot that makes you want to walk hand in hand with two people. Even he who is shy should surely lend a hand. We also recommend renting colored yukata to create an extraordinary atmosphere!

I would like to introduce an ryokan in Ikaho that is perfect for such a romantic couple. There are many wonderful inns that are sure to make your day special!

Ryotei Kainorou is an inn with only eight guest rooms, based on the concept of "a true hideout for adults." The room wrapped in the gentle scent of wood is spacious and has a sense of openness. The Japanese-modern and quiet appearance is the perfect space for spending time alone.

At Kaichuro, check-in procedures are done in each room, so when you arrive, you can go straight to your room. The welcome drink, champagne, is served with elegant wasanbon, which is very elegant. You will be invited to the extraordinary in no time. Thinking about the special time just the two of us will start from now on, I'm sure you'll be thrilled♡

This is the semi-open-air bath of the Japanese suite. Let's enjoy Ikaho's famous hot springs while gazing at the greenery ♪ It's nice to be able to enjoy onsen alone!

"Kounkan" is an inn that is attractive for its attentive service. There are only 10 rooms where you can feel the goodness of Japanese culture. Some rooms are inspired by the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and there are also unique rooms where you can enjoy the elegant atmosphere of "The Tale of Genji." Let's choose a room that suits the atmosphere of the two of you ♪

meal are Japanese cuisine made with seasonal ingredients. The dishes are served in elaborately designed dishes, rich in color and vibrant to the brim. Enjoy the beautifully presented food as you meal leisurely. You're sure to be satisfied in both body and soul, and have a great time.

There is an open-air bath in the guest room, but it is not onsen, so if you want to enjoy Ikaho's famous hot springs, go to the large public bath. In fact, at Kounkan, you can enjoy free-flowing "Kogane-no-Yu", which has been the hot spring since its opening. There are only 8 houses where you can use this source, so be sure to go to the public bath!

Among ryokan that use the "Kogane-no-Yu" as its source since its opening, "Hotel Kogure" has the largest amount of hot water. There are many types of open-air baths, and the 1,300-tsubo bathhouse is a masterpiece!

In addition, "Hotel Kogure" has three private baths with a fine view. Let's spend a blissful time enjoying onsen together, just the two of us, while gazing at the mountains of Joshu. We especially recommend the "Urase no Yu" where you can relax after bathing in an 8 tatami mat Japanese-style room.

You can relax and unwind in this simple, modern Japanese room♡ Recommended for couples who want to spend a relaxing time together. There are also guest rooms with open-air baths.

“Yokotekan” is an inn where you can be healed by its old-fashioned appearance. Founded in the Edo period, the current main building is a registered national tangible cultural property. This inn is recommended for couples who want to spend a quiet time in peace while feeling the atmosphere of the Taisho era.

The west wing, where you can feel the romance of the Taisho era, has only 14 guest rooms, each with its own charm. It is a room where you can feel the warmth of the 100-year history of construction and the warmth of the cypress. Since the rooms from 1920 have been preserved, the toilets and wash basins are shared in the corridor (no bath/toilet / no air conditioning during the summer). Dare to experience this inconvenience and it will be a good memory. The east wing, which has been refurbished in a modern Japanese style, is equipped with a toilet, washbasin, and air conditioner.

onsen has two large baths with "Golden Hot Spring" water flowing directly from the source, as well as three private baths. The old-fashioned style of the baths is also appealing. Come and relax!

Loved by Roka Tokutomi, a great writer of the Meiji period, Chigira Jinsentei is an inn with a quiet and calm atmosphere. You can spend a relaxing time that seems to relieve your daily fatigue ♪

For couples, we recommend the room called “Tsuru no Ii” in the guest room building built in 2002. It has a semi-open-air bath, and the bath with the source "Kogane-no-Yu" is free-flowing, and it's also attractive that you can take a bath anytime you like ♡ You can overlook Mt.

Dishes that can be enjoyed with the eyes using local ingredients are attractive. If you are staying in the main building, you can have it in your room. You should be able to satisfy your stomach and heart with the special dishes that use seasonal ingredients.

"Hotel Matsumotoro" is attractive for its simple and spacious rooms, whether they are Western or Japanese. You can spend your time in a wonderful space where you can enjoy a special feeling, such as a room with an open-air onsen or a room that boasts a view of the mountains of Joshu.

In addition to the open-air bath with a spectacular view and the large public bath where Daikoku-sama is, there is also a private bath. The feature of this inn is that you can enjoy both Ikaho's two types of hot springs, "Kogane no Yu" and "Shirogane no onsen".

Breakfast is a buffet centered on Japanese food made with local vegetables. A variety of Gunma local dishes are also available. The gentle flavors of the homemade food will warm you up in the morning. The homey atmosphere will soothe you.

"Kokuya" is a long-established ryokan that was founded 100 years ago. It is close to the stone steps street, and you can enjoy various experiences around the inn, such as making udon noodles and painting kokeshi dolls. Another attractive feature is that there are various types of guest rooms to choose from, from traditional Japanese rooms to cute Japanese rooms with a modern atmosphere.

The town of Ikaho, which retains its retro atmosphere, is definitely something you'll want to stroll around in while wearing a yukata. There is a service where you can rent colored yukata, clogs, accessories, etc. for a fee (1100 yen).

Of course, onsen is "Kogane no Yu" flowing directly from the source. Soothe away the fatigue of your trip in the open-air bath with a view of Mt. Tanigawa and Mt. There are private open-air baths and rooms with open-air baths, so you can enjoy a relaxing onsen with him!

“Oyado Tamaki” is an inn that was reopened in 2014, so it is attractive that the facilities and equipment are very new. Although it is a pure Japanese-style ryokan, the rooms are functional and you can relax as if you were at home. Choose a room that suits both of you, such as a room with an open-air bath or a room with a great view.

Here you can enjoy two hot springs, "Golden Bath" and "Silver Bath." There are also large public baths, steam mist, saunas, bedrock baths, and private baths. There are two private baths: the free-flowing rock bath at "Golden Bath" and the open-air bath at "Silver Bath."

How about enjoying a leisurely chat in the elegant courtyard? It can also be surprisingly nice to just do nothing and enjoy some quiet time together. Sharing a relaxing time in a famous hot spring in a tranquil atmosphere inside the building is perhaps the ultimate luxury.

Wagokoro no Yado Omori is a hot spring ryokan that celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2019 and offers friendly onsen. Guest rooms with a bath with a view allow you to enjoy your bathing time in your room. You will be healed by the view of the mountains, and you will be able to relax from the bottom of your heart.

Dinner is a multi-course meal that uses plenty of local ingredients. Please enjoy dishes unique to this region, such as Gunma's branded meat and Gunma's specialty Okkirikomi Udon.

In the private open-air bath, you can soak in onsen while enjoying the scenery of the mountains and the cityscape of Ikaho. You can enjoy the local sake in the bathtub with the "Roten de Ippai Set", which is full of atmosphere.

Hibikino which has a vast site of about 15,000 tsubo, is an inn with a garden where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. There is a path where you can take a walk, and you can enjoy forest bathing. The guest rooms in the detached room have a special atmosphere and are a relaxing space with a Japanese taste. In a room with an open-air bath, immerse yourself in an extraordinary luxury and cherish your time with him.

In the private bath (charged), let's enjoy Ikaho's new source "Shirogane no Yu". On the corridor leading to onsen, you will be bathed in the refreshing breeze, and your anticipation for onsen will increase. There are two types, “Kunto” and “Kagiroi”, so please choose the type you like.

Dinner is the "Hibikino Shunsai Kaiseki" course, packed with seasonal ingredients. It is an on-parade of luxuriously selected ingredients, including vegetables grown by specially contracted farmers only in Hibikino, freshly caught eggs, locally produced beef and river fish. The menu changes every month, so you can enjoy different delicacies every time you visit.

Ikaho Shusuien is located on a hill overlooking the mountains of Joshu. The spacious guest room "Mori no Uta" has a 12-tatami mat bedroom and an 8-tatami mat Japanese-style room, so two people can relax together. Spending time with him while forgetting everyday life and feeling the great outdoors through the large windows is a blissful moment. Enjoy the luxury of doing nothing.

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There are two hot onsen, Kamitsuke-no-Yu and Ehigasa-no-Yu, and the baths for men and women switch depending on the time of day, so you can enjoy both baths. Kamitsuke-no-Yu has an indoor bath decorated with tile murals of the mountains of Joshu, and an open-air bath with a soothing forest greenery. Ehigasa-no-Yu has a modern space with beautiful stained glass and a steam mist sauna that looks sure to soothe both body and mind. Both onsen are so comfortable that you'll likely find yourself soaking for a long time.

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Inside the hotel, there is a side street-style lobby front with lanterns hanging on the stone pavement. There are exciting shops such as general stores, candy stores, snack bars and izakayas. I'm sure that he who likes drinking will enjoy it too♪ You can rent a yukata for women only, so why not take a walk around the alley in a festive mood?

"Hotel Tenbo" is a large resort hotel that boasts onsen. The hotel has multiple meal, an outdoor pool (only in summer), and a footbath, so it's perfect for two people who want to enjoy a hotel stay. "Room with an open-air bath in the forest" is a space where you can relax with your boyfriend while being soothed by the view from the window ♡ Let's enjoy the time alone without worrying about the clock.

The rooms with open-air baths in the woods use "Shirogane no Yu", so you can spend a luxurious bathing time while staying in your room. Bathe in the natural breeze and soak in the hot water while watching the scenery of the four seasons. At the large public bath, you can enjoy a variety of baths that use two hot spring sources, "Shirogane no Yu" and "Kogane no Yu"♪The rock bath that uses 600 tons of natural treasure "Sanba stone" is also impressive! Please take plenty of time and enjoy the hot springs.

During your stay, be sure to explore the various facilities within the building. There are plenty of ways to relax and unwind, such as playing games or playing table tennis, soaking your feet in a foot bath while looking at the garden, or getting a massage in the esthetic room! There are so many experiences you'll feel like you don't have enough time!

“Fukuichi” is a onsen ryokan with a history of over 430 years. If you want to feel special, how about a room with a terrace garden? You can wear the setta sandals provided on the deck and admire the beautifully manicured garden. If you breathe in the air of Ikaho, you will feel the excitement of your trip.

At the spa, you can experience "thalassotherapy" and "aroma treatment" using the blessings of the sea. There is a space where two people can be treated at the same time, so you can enjoy relaxing time together.

The large public baths "Fukunoyu" and "Ichinoyu", which alternate between men and women, allow you to enjoy both Kogane-no-Yu and Shirogane-no-Yu. If you soak in the open-air bath while feeling the wind of Ikaho, you will feel liberated and happy♡ In the private ion bath "Fuwari" (charged), you can enjoy 100% free-flowing golden hot water with just the two of you. ♪

Kishon Ryokan is a onsen ryokan that has been around for a long time. Among them, the guest room "Kishigon Suite" is attractive because of the attention to detail in the furnishings. Even your stylish boyfriend will surely be satisfied. Why don't you spend your time?

You can enjoy the source "Kogane-no-Yu" in the free-flowing onsen. The abundance of hot spring flowers will make you feel the quality of the hot springs♪For the private bath (charged), choose from the indoor bath with a view or the separate open-air bath and make a reservation. Please occupy the luxurious onsen for two people ♡

For dinner, you can enjoy luxurious dishes such as Akagi beef steak and abalone steak. The menu made with seasonal ingredients will make your heart dance ♪ Enjoy the fresh vegetables and brand beef from Gunma, and your memories of your trip to Ikaho will be more colorful ♡

Ichikawa Bekkan Seikanso is located on a hill, and the view from the guest rooms is attractive! In particular, the special observation rooms on the top floor offer a view of the mountains of Joshu through large windows. You will surely be overwhelmed by the powerful panorama. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the scenery of nature with him ♡

A free private open-air bath that you can enter as many times as you like without a reservation if it is available. There are actually 3 locations! It's fun to take a different bath on the day and the next morning. It seems that the soft texture of onsen will lead to beautiful skin ♡

There is a field of about 15,000 tsubo (49,000 m2) on the premises, where you can spend a refreshing time surrounded by greenery. There are refreshing forest walking paths, terraces, and a golf driving range that will make you want to take a deep breath, so active couples can enjoy themselves to the fullest. Enjoy the Ikaho air while listening to the birds chirping.

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We've overcome many things to get to where we are today, so I'd like to make this journey a journey where we can appreciate each other. Of course, let's enjoy the luxurious atmosphere of the inn along with Ikaho's famous hot springs. Spending time alone without being disturbed by anyone is the most important "luxury".