Let's take a couple to Yugawara onsen ♪ 9 recommended "ryokan with private baths" for total relaxation

Yugawara in Kanagawa, about an hour and a half by train from Tokyo, is recommended for couples who want to relax in nature and onsen. There are famous spots where you can enjoy seasonal flowers such as the Yugawara Plum Grove, the Camellia Line, and Hydrangea Village. The history of Yugawara onsen is long, and it even appears in the Manyoshu, which is said to have been compiled at the end of the Nara period! One interesting waka poem is "The hot springs that flow from the river in Toi, Ashigara, Yoni mo tayorani, Koro ga koto wa nakuni." There are various interpretations of this poem, but one theory is that it is a man singing about his love for a woman. It's quite romantic, isn't it?♡

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Yugawara was loved by many famous authors. It appears in masterpieces such as Natsume Soseki's "Light and Darkness" and Akutagawa Ryunosuke's "The Truck," so you might want to read their works before traveling there. You can also learn about the relationship of this area to literature at the "Little Mystery of Literature" in Manyo Park while strolling. The surrounding area is filled with nature, so just taking a walk with your boyfriend is sure to soothe you.

After enjoying sightseeing and gourmet food, check into a nice inn ♪ If you're traveling to Yugawara, you're missing out if you don't soak in onsen! However, some couples may find that regular onsen have separate baths for men and women, which can be a little lonely. For those people, this article will pick out "ryokan with private baths" where you can have the hot onsen all to yourself. There are everything from inns where you can use the private bath as much as you like to long-established ryokan with private baths overlooking the great outdoors. You can chat while soaking in famous historic hot springs, or watch the seasonal nature from the bath... it's sure to be a memorable trip ♡

Yugawara Manyoso, a 10-minute walk from JR Yugawara Station, offers a wide variety of baths. ryokan There are two types of private baths for couples: the Ishinoyu (pictured above), which is free of charge, and the Hinoki (hinoki) bath, which requires a separate fee. Both baths are free-flowing hot-spring water.

The Hinoki bath is also very tasteful. It is spacious, so you can stretch your legs out and relax to your heart's content.

It's easily accessible from the station, so you can take a walk around the area after checking in. You can also relax in your room before heading to the bath. In addition to the Japanese-style room shown in the photo, there are a variety of rooms available, including Western-style rooms with beds, Japanese-Western rooms, and luxurious special rooms.

meal change with the seasons and are packed with the flavors of the season. There is also a wide range of bespoke dishes available, including luxurious delicacies such as spiny lobster, turban shells, and abalone.

If you make a reservation, you can try your hand at pottery using an automatic potter's wheel. Why not make a memorable piece for him?

Okuyugawara onsen Seiranso, which has been in business for over 80 years, is an inn that still retains the good old Showa era atmosphere. Although there is an additional fee, you can enjoy the Yugawara hot springs without being disturbed by anyone in the "private family bath" in the new building. Relax and soothe your tired body by soaking in the onsen. It is about 8 minutes by car or 20 minutes by bus from JR Yugawara Station.

The inn is also proud of its "Senkyo Open Air Bath," where you can enjoy a view of the 38-meter "Hakuryuu Falls"!

The retro atmosphere of the room is also soothing. Sit together on the chairs by the window and enjoy a casual chat.

For meal, you can choose from a "gourmet Japanese buffet" where you can enjoy as much as you like of whatever you like, or a "seasonal kaiseki" or "gayaki kaiseki" to be enjoyed in your room, so you can choose according to both of your preferences♪ All of the dishes are made with carefully selected ingredients.

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About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Yugawara Station. Located at the foot of Satoyama, "Manyonosato Hakuunso" is a high-class onsen ryokan where you can enjoy a tranquil time to your heart's content. There is a "Suite Private Spa (private bath)" reminiscent of an Asian resort, where you can enjoy onsen in a spacious space. It is first come first served, so please make a reservation at the front desk when you arrive (*Free, 40 minutes)

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Why not spend some quiet and peaceful time just the two of you in the detached "Doppo" room, which has an open-air bath with natural hot onsen water? In this beautiful guest room, made with Japanese architecture that showcases the craftsmanship of artisans, you can feel the luxury of an adult couple.

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Enjoy a Japanese breakfast of freshly cooked rice cooked in a clay pot and nutritious ingredients from Yugawara at your leisure in Dining Senkei, where the morning sun shines in.

A 5-minute drive from JR Yugawara Station, onsen Megumi is a long-established ryokan that was founded in 1944 and exudes a certain Edo atmosphere. You can soak in the hot spring onsen that flows directly from the source. In addition to the large communal bath and open-air bath, there are two types of private baths and a foot bath. There is a fee for the private baths, but they are well worth it. If you want to feel the fresh air while bathing, choose the private open-air bath "Ginga," while couples who feel more comfortable indoors should choose the private bath "Suisei."

Once you arrive, you can relax and unwind from your travel fatigue, surrounded by the scent of rush grass. You can also enjoy the table tennis, karaoke, and mini library in the building. Spend your time however you like. The rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, so you can easily gather travel information.

meal available vary depending on the season. In winter, you can enjoy luxurious dishes such as red snapper, in spring, cherry shrimp, and abalone in summer. There are also plenty of special order dishes. The "marinated raw whitebait" and "rolled omelette" available at breakfast are also delicious.

Yugawara onsen "Fukiya" is a relaxing ryokan where you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot onsen. It is located about 3 km from JR Yugawara Station, in an area with ups and downs. It takes about 8 minutes to get there, so we recommend taking a taxi. The private open-air bath on the rooftop and the comfortable Japanese space will help you relax.

This is the private open-air bath on the third floor. It is a spacious bath made of cypress wood. The greenery of the Yugawara mountains is soothing to the eyes, and you can feel the tension in your body melt away. At night, you can enjoy the romantic onsen while gazing at the stars ♡ (Reservation required)

There are eight types of Japanese-style rooms where you can spend a quiet time together with your partner. The A-type room, built in the sukiya style, is a spacious room of 74㎡ (approximately 31 tatami mats) and comes with an indoor cypress bath. You can enjoy onsen without any worries in your room.

A Japanese breakfast where the flavor permeates every corner of your body. All ingredients, including rice, tofu, miso, and seaweed, are carefully selected! Enjoy a luxurious breakfast filled with subtle hospitality.

Surrounded by the mountains of Yugawara, Oyado Zuiyo is a place where you can relax and unwind. It is about 25 minutes by bus and on foot from JR Yugawara Station. There is also a free shuttle bus available with a reservation. You can relax in one of the 38 unique guest rooms. Enjoy a relaxing time for just the two of you in the open atmosphere of the "Private Bath for Futari Shizu" where you can soothe your fatigue (reservation required, fee required, 50 minutes).

The "Rooms & Bedroom with Open-Air Baths" are two luxurious rooms with a jet bath and a cypress-wood indoor bath! The open-air bath uses water from the hotel's own hot spring source, so you can enjoy onsen in your room.

Start your morning off full of energy with some delicious hospitality. Enjoy a locally produced breakfast using seasonal ingredients. Enjoy a nutritious meal at the dining room "Yamahoshi" with its lovely modern Japanese interior. Recharge your energy with your partner!

About 10 minutes by bus from JR Yugawara Station, "Kawasekiya Isuzu Hotel" is recommended for adult couples to relax away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is a onsen ryokan with a very calm atmosphere. Five special rooms and VIP rooms have cypress baths. Enjoy a special trip for two, relaxing in a Japanese atmosphere.

There are three open-air open-air baths with free-flowing onsen where you can enjoy the scenery at your leisure. Please reserve a time at the front desk when you check in. Depending on the plan, you can reserve the bath for free, so be sure to check it out. The spring quality is "calcium-sodium sulfate onsen," which is said to relieve neuralgia and muscle pain. Soak in the bath just the two of you and gaze at the beautiful rural mountain scenery that changes with the seasons. It's sure to be a wonderful memory.

The luxurious special rooms "Kashi no Ma" and "Kusunoma" and the VIP room "Kangetsu" have beautiful names. In these Japanese-style rooms that embody Japanese beauty, the greenery of the trees reflects gently upon the eyes. Stretch out your limbs in the spaciousness and let yourself be seduced by the relaxation of a high-quality holiday.

When you wake up refreshed, it's nice to have a light Japanese meal. Recharge your energy with carefully prepared Japanese food and start your day off right. You can relax in a private room!

Yugawara Fuga opened in June 2021. The former Iwasaki family villa has been turned into a onsen ryokan that combines modern and classic styles. It is about a 10-minute taxi ride from JR Yugawara Station, and shuttle service is available with an advance reservation. The private open-air bath, which will give you a luxurious feeling, can be used for 45 minutes at a time. (Reservation required, fee applies)

A gorgeous "suite room with an onsen-air hot spring bath." The 95㎡ room is simply gorgeous! Spend a trip with your partner and enjoy yourself to the fullest. In order to enjoy an extraordinary experience, there are no TVs in any of the rooms. It's perfect for adult couples.

Enjoy a light Japanese breakfast while gazing at the garden. The modern monochrome tableware is very stylish! The aroma of the rice freshly cooked in the clay pot will whet your appetite.

A free service that allows you to freely choose the color and pattern of your yukata. Choose your favorite color yukata from the retro patterns that evoke the romance of the Taisho era. Your boyfriend will fall in love with you all over again when he sees you in a cute yukata.

Okuyugawara ryokan onsen Kamanta is a long-established inn founded in 1939. It is a purely Japanese-style ryokan has been visited by writers such as Kobayashi Hideo and Mizukami Tsutomu. If you stay overnight, you can experience the atmosphere of those days. The photo shows a private bath that you can use anytime if it is available, without making a reservation. To access the inn, take a 20-minute bus ride from JR Yugawara Station and get off at the Okuyugawara stop. From there, it is about a 2-minute walk to the inn.

All rooms have their own indoor onsen baths. It's perfect for couples who want to spend a holiday fully immersed in onsen. Although it is a historic inn, the entire building is equipped with Wi-Fi, which is a plus point!

The evening meal, made with local seasonal ingredients, is freshly prepared and served warm. You can enjoy it in your room, at your own pace, without worrying about the people around you.

After your bath, why not take a stroll around the vast grounds surrounded by nature and the tasteful building? The 16,000m2 grounds are filled with the beauty of nature in all four seasons, and Agechizawa flows in the back of the garden. Refresh yourself by soaking up plenty of negative ions.

Yugawara, which is easily accessible from Tokyo, has a wide variety of inns with private baths where you can have the hot springs all to yourself. There are a variety of types, from long-established ryokan with private baths overlooking the great outdoors to onsen where you can use the private onsen as much as you like. We hope you find an inn that is perfect for a sleepover date.