Aizuwakamatsu: Surrender yourself to a luxurious stay. 9 luxury hotels and ryokan recommended for couples

Aizuwakamatsu is a tourist destination that represents Fukushima. It is famous for the red-tiled castle ``Tsuruga Castle'', the spiral-shaped building ``Sazaedo'', and the local toy ``Akabeko'' that protects against epidemics. Gourmet gourmet dishes such as ``Wappa Meshi'', which is steamed Aizu rice, ``Sauce Katsudon'', which is pork cutlet dipped in sweet sauce, and ``Aizu Yamashio Ramen'', which uses salt harvested from Mt. Bandai. There are many things to do, so you can have a highly satisfying trip.

Aizuwakamatsu has many onsen, some of the famous ones being ``Higashiyama onsen'', ``Ashinomaki onsen'', and ``Yunokami onsen''. If you're going on a special trip as a couple, you'll want to stay in a rich place and make it an unforgettable trip. Therefore, this time we will introduce in detail luxury hotels and ryokan by area where you can enjoy a luxurious stay. Choose according to your travel plans and spend the best time with him.

Speaking of onsen in Aizuwakamatsu City, there is Higashiyama onsen. It is said to have been discovered about 1300 years ago. You can visit Haguroyama Yukami Shrine, which you have to climb 1,225 steps to worship, and Aizu Samurai Residence, which is a reproduction of a samurai mansion. Enjoy the singing and dancing of Higashiyama Geisha.

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Aizu Higashiyama onsen Mukaitaki is about 15 minutes by taxi from Aizuwakamatsu Station. ryokan has a wooden structure that stands out among the onsen town, and has been designated as a registered tangible cultural property of the country. You can feel the history of this onsen as a hot spring for the Aizu feudal retainers from the polished hallways and designs throughout. In the winter, there are days when "Yukimi Candlelight" is held, creating a very romantic atmosphere ♡ There is no doubt that you will feel calm at this good old Japanese ryokan.

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There are 24 guest rooms in total. All rooms are designated as cultural properties and have unique features such as views of the courtyard or river. Especially recommended for couples is ``Hanare no Ma''. The room is so luxurious that in the Taisho era, the Imperial Household Agency designated it as a palace where the imperial family would stay, and from the corridor that surrounds the room, you can see the garden that changes its appearance in each season. The private bath, with its white tiles and high ceiling, is also attractive. Why not enjoy an elegant stay as if you were a lord?

For dinner, we offer a variety of Aizu's local dishes, with a focus on local production and consumption. ``Kozuyu'' with many ingredients floating in scallop soup stock, ``Carp Tataki'' with its plump texture and addictive sweetness, and ``Carp Amani'', which is said to be the pinnacle of carp cuisine. We recommend the junmai sake ``Bishu Kakou'', which is available only at the inn, to accompany your meal. Both breakfast and dinner are in-room dining, so you can enjoy each dish to your heart's content at your own pace. I want to come again with this person! That thought should overflow.

``Aizu Higashiyama onsen Harataki'' is an inn based on the concept of ``scenery unique to that day'' and ``delicious food unique to that day.'' It takes about 20 minutes by taxi from Aizuwakamatsu Station, and a shuttle service is available from the nearest bus stop. We have our own hot spring source, which is rare for Higashiyama onsen, and the open-air bath and private observation bath are 100% sourced directly from the source. There are four types of private baths with different tastes, including wooden bathtubs and ceramic bathtubs. Refresh your mind and body while looking at the trees in front of you♪

There are 65 rooms in total. You can choose according to your budget and purpose, such as a standard Japanese-style room with a view of the valley, a comfortable Japanese-Western room, or a reasonably priced Japanese-style room on the town side. If you are traveling as a couple, why not stay in a room with a bath with a view? While enjoying the sights and sounds of the valley, you can forget about time and soak in onsen with your boyfriend for as long as you like. Let's keep your body and mind warm.

Dinner is served in the inn's unique style where you can enjoy both ``homemade meals'' and ``half buffet.'' ``Otamame-ryori'' refers to hospitality dishes using seasonal ingredients, such as ``appetizers,'' ``sashimi,'' and ``hotpot dishes.'' At the ``Half Buffet,'' you can enjoy local cuisine, Koshihikari rice from Aizu, desserts, and more to your heart's content. From spring to fall, ``Kawadoko'' is held, where you can enjoy a special kaiseki meal featuring Wagyu beef sirloin and Aizu chicken while cooling off with the sound of a babbling stream. The extraordinary feeling will bring both of you to the peak of your mood!

Irori no Yado Ashina is approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Aizuwakamatsu Station. Time passes slowly inside the inn, which was built in 1945. You can enjoy indoor baths and open-air baths fed by natural hot springs, and if you make a reservation, you can even see the Higashiyama Geisha up close. This is an irresistible inn for retro-loving couples.

All seven guest rooms are pure Japanese-style rooms with a relaxing atmosphere. The Butterfly Room, which has been recently renovated, is the largest room with two rooms, approximately 10 tatami mats and 15 tatami mats. In the winter, there is a kotatsu, so the two of you can enjoy some cozy time together. I think we'll be able to have deep conversations that we wouldn't normally have and learn more about each other ♡

meal are the inn's signature cuisine. "Natural rock fish (Iwana)", "Aizu chicken", etc. are carefully grilled in one grill provided for each group, and you can enjoy the best dishes packed with flavor ♡ The simple seasoning allows you to enjoy the ingredients. The quality stands out. Main dishes include the ``Duck Shabu Course,'' ``Jidori Chicken Course,'' ``Aizu Beef Steak Course,'' and ``Aizu Beef Grilled Shabu Course.'' We also have sake and wine that go well with the dishes. When you see his face eating so deliciously, you can't help but smile.

"Aizu Higashiyama Onsen onsen Matsushimakaku", which is about 15 minutes by taxi from "Aizuwakamatsu Station", is a special guest room wing of the main building "Shosuke no Yado Taki no Yu". Of course, you can also use the facilities in the main building. All 10 rooms have an open-air bath or a bath with a view, so you can enjoy an open bath. Each suite is designed and designed based on a theme such as "moon," "stone," or "light." The Japanese atmosphere and Western functionality are a perfect match, allowing you to enjoy a rich stay while remaining natural without straining your shoulders. Enjoy the ultimate relaxing experience.

``Hana no Ma'' is where you can enjoy the most luxurious scenery at an inn. Everything is spacious, from the room itself to the washroom area and balcony. The bathtub is also a large, custom-sized Shigaraki ware. You can sit on the sofa and listen to the murmuring of the river, enjoy an evening drink at the table, or warm up in onsen. This room is perfect for spending a special day such as an anniversary, as it is a room that can accommodate any way you want to spend your time.

The theme of the cuisine is a fusion of local cuisine and kaiseki cuisine while preserving traditional cooking methods. ``Aizu horse meat'' is made using the highest quality marbled meat, which is only about 1.5 kg per horse. "Aizu Jidori" is characterized by its deep and rich flavor. The freshly made rice cakes made with Aizu rice that can be eaten for breakfast are also delicious! It's rich in color and looks great in photos, so take lots of pictures and make more memories♪

``Higashiyama onsen Shosuke no Yado Taki no Yu'' is the main building of ``Aizu onsen Onsen Hanare Matsushimakaku''. This inn takes pride in the fact that you can enjoy views of mountain streams and forests from every corner, including the lounge, room, and bath. There is a Noh stage across the river, which is lit up and has projection mapping events at night. At ``Kakakase Footbath'' and ``Kakakase Terrace,'' you can cool off with barley tea or beer after taking a bath. Recommended for couples who want to enjoy the beautiful scenery as one.

You can choose a room that suits your budget, purpose, and preference, from the relatively reasonable ``Yumemitei'' to the ``Shosuke Romantei'' designed by a famous architect. Couples who love views should definitely stay at Musouan. The Noh stage, the bamboo grove, the forest, the mountain stream, the waterfall, and all the spectacular scenery can be enjoyed by the two of you. If you listen to the chirping of birds and soak in the scenery that shows the changing seasons, you will naturally become closer to him.

Don't miss the charming bath at the inn. There is a large public bath and an open-air bath where you can watch the waterfall flowing in front of you while soaking in a bath made of high-quality stones and cypress. There are a total of 6 private baths, including ``Izayoi no Yu'' where you can enjoy a landscape that looks like a landscape painting, ``Genso no Yu'' which is right next to the river, and ``Hoshizora no Yu'' where you can be surrounded by a sky full of stars. You can't help but want to get into it all. The many breathtaking views that will wash your heart will fill you with fond feelings.

Aizu Higashiyama onsen Konjakutei is an inn located along a mountain stream, about 20 minutes by taxi from Aizuwakamatsu Station. Because we have our own hot spring source, you can enjoy plenty of fresh hot spring water. The crystals of Yunohana, which is a onsen, are also blooming. It is also said to be a ``healing hot spring,'' a ``beautiful skin hot spring,'' and a ``good sleep hot spring.'' It's a sister hotel to Aizu Higashiyama onsen Harataki, and you can also use the baths and facilities there, so you'll feel like you've stayed at two inns in one day.

There are 25 rooms in total. Both Japanese and Western room types are available. Anyway, I want to spend a long time with the two of us! For those who like this, we recommend the ``Rooms with a View Bath'' or ``Rooms with an Open-Air Bath'' where you can enjoy onsen flowing directly from the source in your room. ``Rooms with observation baths'' are not affected by the weather, and ``Rooms with open-air baths'' allow you to soak in the refreshing outside air. The time to cool down while looking at the garden after taking a bath is a happy moment ♡

The seasonal ingredients selected by the head chef are served to guests as an authentic Japanese kaiseki set that you can enjoy with your eyes, feel the aroma, and taste with your tongue. Since the menu is decided based on the ingredients that arrive that day, the menu is enjoyed until you sit down. "Steamed matsutake mushrooms in clay pots" and "Clams bowls" are delicious that gradually spread throughout the body. Breakfast is made with ingredients from the mountains and sea and Koshihikari from Aizu, which will make you feel energized. Enjoy a special meal with him that special one just for that day.

Ashinomaki Onsen Station is approximately 25 minutes by train from onsen Station. This station is also famous for having a cat serving as the stationmaster. Nearby is Ashinomaki onsen. It is said that the hot springs first opened over 1,000 years ago. It is difficult to visit because it is deep in the mountains and receives a lot of snow, especially in the winter, so it is also known as a ``phantom onsen.'' It is onsen with a beautiful view of the Okawa River with its clear water and the mountains rising on both sides.

``Aizu Ashinomaki onsen Okawaso'' offers a free shuttle service from ``Aizuwakamatsu Station'' and Aizu Ashinomaki Onsen Okawaso.'' The facility is fully equipped with facilities such as ``Shikibutai Tanada,'' a terraced bath with a valley flowing in front of you, an ``Aerial Open-air Bath,'' which can also be used as a private bath, ``saunas'' for men and women, and a tea lounge. Masu. There are many exciting events for two people, such as a shamisen performance held on the floating stage, which is a typical sight at the inn!

There are 10 room types in total. All rooms face the Okawa River, and you can enjoy the magnificent view of the valley from all the windows. The ``Western-style room'' has luxurious, fluffy carpets and beds, the ``Yoitaitei special room'' is filled with the warmth of paulownia wood, and the ``Kihin room (Japanese-style room)'' is the most luxurious room. Surrounded by carefully selected furniture, you are sure to spend a rich and elegant time as an adult. Just relaxing in your room will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Dinner is a special kaiseki dish using seasonal ingredients that you can only taste if you come to Aizu. There is also a service where a sake master will suggest Japan sake that goes well with each dish. Not only is the food delicious and the colors gorgeous, but the place where you can taste the food itself is also very specialized. meal The place "Mimi Soushin KAWADOKO" is a semi-private room surrounded by the warmth of wood and the warmth of light. Outside, the scenery of sunset and the world of silver and white spread, and you should try the experience of cooking with your five senses.

The "Main Building Marumine" inside the "Aizu Ashinomaki onsen Marumine Kanko Hotel" is a long-established ryokan located along a mountain stream. It is about 10 minutes by free shuttle bus from "Ashinomaki onsen Station". Its greatest attraction is the abundant amount of hot water that gushes forth. The "Mountain Stream View Bath" is a very long bathtub from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of the valley from a glass window that is about 30 meters long. The open-air baths are different for men and women, with the men's bath made of natural stone and the women's bath with a setsubun theme. It would be interesting to talk about the difference in atmosphere after the bath!

All 65 rooms are pure Japanese style and are approximately 12 tatami mats in size. You can feel the Japanese atmosphere in the alcove, lighting, etc., so you can naturally feel calm. If you sit on the chairs on the wide veranda, you can enjoy the view of Ashinomaki's mountains or valley for two. There is also a unit bath, so there is no need to worry even if you suddenly become unwell and cannot use the public bath.

For dinner, you can enjoy a kaiseki meal that starts with seasonal appetizers and ends with fresh fruit. Or you can enjoy a buffet-style meal with a wide variety of dishes, including seafood from Sanriku and local cuisine from each prefecture in Tohoku. If you're on a double trip with your best friend couple, you can't help but have a great time gushing over food and drinks ♪

Ouchi-juku is famous for its thatched roof post town. The rows of houses with thatched roofs make you feel like you've traveled back in time to the Edo period! It's also a popular destination for couples. Yunokami Onsen is located close to Ouchi-onsen. After having a great time at Ouchi-juku, let's soothe your tiredness at night at onsen full of beneficial effects.

"onsen" is located about 5 minutes by free shuttle from "Yunokami Onsen Station". When you arrive at your accommodation, first take a breather with some matcha tea. Surrounded by the valley and nature, the private open-air bath and large communal bath are filled with negative ions, all of which are fed directly from the source ♡ As a ``celebratory inn'', we have a wide range of services to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, so you can surprise your boyfriend. It's good to plan.

There are only 12 rooms, and they are reminiscent of a hideaway. All rooms have a onsen bath with natural hot spring water. Some rooms are special, and you can use both an open-air bath and an indoor bath. You don't want to leave your room, but you want to enjoy a bath with a different atmosphere! This will make your slightly selfish wish come true. The rooms are spacious, with a total of about 30 tatami mats, so you can enjoy an early viewing party for souvenirs you bought.

The dishes using local seasonal ingredients carefully selected by the chef include local dishes, resulting in a dish that can be called "Aizu Kaiseki" ♡ Starting with "Herring Sansho-zuke/Tofu Miso-zuke", we also have the brand Kuroge Wagyu beef "Fukushima beef" There are many dishes that go well with Japanese sake, such as shabu-shabu. No matter how many times you visit, you'll discover new deliciousness, so it's perfect for two people to stay here regularly.

This time we introduced luxury hotels and ryokan recommended for couples traveling to Aizu. All of our inns are full of charm, and you'll be sure to have a satisfying stay no matter where you stay. Please use this as a reference when choosing a place to stay.