[Ikaho onsen] If you're traveling with babies and children, here are 14 recommended hotels and ryokan / Gunma

Ikaho onsen is famous for its stone steps. The atmosphere is rich with travel atmosphere and the high-quality onsen are perfect for soothing your daily fatigue. On both sides of the stone steps, there are quoits and shooting gallery shops where families can have fun. After eating Ikaho's original onsen manju, it's nice to take a ropeway ride and get a panoramic view of Ikaho's townscape. There are plenty of playgrounds nearby, including the complex theme park "Toys, Dolls and Automobile Museum" and "Ikaho Green Ranch" where you can experience horse riding and butter making! Ikaho is a onsen resort that is easy to travel to with children.

However, being a onsen town, Ikaho has a large number of inns. It can take a surprisingly long time to find a hotel or ryokan where you can stay safely even with babies and children. So, this time we have selected child-friendly accommodations in Ikaho onsen, such as inns with welcome baby rooms, inns with baby food menus, hotels with kids' spaces, private baths, and rooms with open-air baths. Choose an inn that suits your child's growth, the purpose of your trip, and the number of people, and enjoy your trip.

Hotel Kogure is recommended for moms and dads who want to celebrate their anniversary with their children. You can choose from a wide range of room types, including chic and elegant Japanese-Western rooms, rooms with views of Ikaho, and rooms with open-air baths. If you have children, the spacious Japanese-style rooms are comfortable. They will pick you up at the Ikaho onsen bus stop.

The "Sansuitei Yasuragi" room with an open-air bath is a gorgeous room with a large open-air bath. It is also perfect for families who want to celebrate a couple's anniversary with their children. in-room dining is also available for up to four people. After the children go to bed, it is also nice for mom and dad to relax in the open-air bath together and express their gratitude to each other.

There is also a private observation bath, which is great for families with babies. Bath time is something we usually do when we are pressed for time. Being able to relax in an open-air bath with dad and child is like a dream. Baby baths and baby sofas are also available, so even small children can enjoy a comfortable stay.

For dinner, you can enjoy a sumptuous banquet meal made with an abundance of seasonal ingredients. There are also plenty of dishes for elementary school children and children's lunches for small children. Children's eyes will light up with delight at the colorful dishes.

"Mimatsukan" is recommended for both prenatal travel and travel with children. There are spacious rooms, including Japanese-Western style rooms with beds that are easy to stand up in during pregnancy, and Japanese-style rooms that are OK for babies to crawl in. It is about a 2-minute walk from the "Ikaho onsen" bus stop and about a 3-minute walk from the "Stone Steps Street", the symbol of Ikaho onsen, so you can easily enjoy a stroll through the stone steps.

The large public bath is a tatami bath with Ryukyu tatami mats laid out in a checkered pattern. It's non-slip and your feet won't get cold, so it's great for when your belly is big or your children are small. Baby soap, baby baths and other baby products are also available, so you can bathe with peace of mind. Having a sense of security helps you relax more both body and mind. Enjoy a relaxing time at Ikaho onsen with your children.

There is also a private bath that only families can use. It is an open-air observation bath, and you can see the wide sky and the Ikaho townscape. Even moms and dads who work hard every day will be able to relax and unwind from their daily fatigue by looking at the open view. If you would like to use it, please make a reservation at the front desk on the day of your stay.

For dinner, try the Joshu Washoku meal featuring Joshu Mochi Pork and Joshu Beef. Both mom and dad will be smiling as they enjoy the colorful dishes that make full use of seasonal flavors. The children's meals (for elementary school children) are very luxurious, containing plenty of local ingredients in addition to standard menu items such as fried shrimp and hamburger steaks. There is also a menu for toddlers. Bumbo chairs, baby bottle detergent, sponges, and other items are also available to rent. Since traveling with children tends to involve a lot of luggage, it's nice to be able to travel as lightly as possible.

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If you think it would be nice if the hotel you're staying at could provide baby food, try Hotel Matsumotoro. They provide baby food, sets for young children, and even meals for the first meal, so you can stay with less luggage. Another attraction is that you can enjoy both the Golden Hot Springs and the Silver Hot Springs. They also have an open-air observation bath with a panoramic view of Ikaho city, a large bath filled with pure gold oval coins, and a private bath for the whole family, making it perfect for families who love onsen. The large bath also has a baby bed, a baby bath, and baby body soap. It's about an 8-minute walk from the Miharashishita bus stop.

There are six types of guest rooms, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and Western-style rooms. Japanese-style rooms are nice, but if you sometimes want a Western-style room, how about a "barrier-free room" with an open-air bath? This room has a bed, a Japanese-style room, and a dining area, and is barrier-free with few steps, so children can walk around without worry. The spacious design makes it convenient for three-generation trips.

For dinner, you can choose from two options: the Matsumotoro Standard Kaiseki, which features local specialties such as Tsumagoi cabbage and soba noodles, or the Matsumotoro Upgrade Kaiseki, which focuses on Joshu beef. The menu uses carefully selected local ingredients such as the original brand of fish, "silk salmon," fresh vegetables from Gunma, and "grass-fed eggs" from free-range chickens. The food is so colorful that you'll have trouble deciding where to start ♡ It's also a good idea to take family photos in front of the food. If you would like to have dinner, don't forget to make a reservation with the hotel in advance.

There are plenty of menus for babies and children! There are baby food, sets for young children, and meals for the first meal of the year, and you can choose the softness of the porridge for baby food. It is divided into four detailed stages, such as 10 times the porridge, 7 times the porridge, 5 times the porridge, and soft rice, so you can choose according to your baby's development, such as the swallowing stage or the chewing stage. It's very easy because you don't have to prepare baby food. Moms and dads can go on a trip quickly without any worries.

Moriaki ryokan is a long-established ryokan founded in 1868. It is about a 5-minute walk from the Ikaho onsen bus stop and a 3-minute walk from the stone steps, and is an inn where you can enjoy golden hot spring water straight from the source. There are barrier-free rooms, so it is easy for small children, people with weak legs, and people in wheelchairs to stay.

If you are traveling with children and are busy taking care of them, we recommend a room with a semi-open-air bath or an open-air bath. You can relax in the bath in your room without having to go to the large public bath. There are also bouncers, toilet seats for infants, and other items for children, so you can stay with small children without worry.

This is the open-air bath "Ajo-no-Yu." It is spacious, and you can enjoy the relaxing comfort of an open-air bath while gazing at the mountains. If you want to enjoy onsen with the whole family, we recommend using a private bath (reservations required). It comes with a baby bath and a shower chair for infants, so even small children can bathe together. How about a great way to celebrate your child's onsen debut, or your first bath as a family?

For dinner, you can enjoy a multi-course meal made with local specialties and seasonal ingredients. The bespoke menu includes sumptuous dishes such as "Joshu beef," so you might have a hard time deciding what to eat. There are also children's meals that come with fried chicken, french fries, fruit, and more, so the whole family can enjoy dinner together.

If it's your baby's first trip, we recommend "Ikaho onsen ryokan Fukuzen"! There is a Japanese-style welcome baby room, so families with children can stay with peace of mind. The welcome baby room is a 10 tatami mat + 4.5 tatami mat room. The 4.5 tatami mat room can be used for breastfeeding and naps, so you can enjoy your stay without hesitation in the other room. There are also rooms with open-air baths. It is about a 3-minute walk from the bus stop "Miharashishita".

Nursing cushions, nap futons, Bumbo and bath chairs, baby baths, and other items are also available. These are all bulky and difficult to take with you on a trip, so it's great to be able to rent them at your accommodation. Babies are not yet able to regulate their body temperature, so the room temperature is also a concern. The Welcome Baby Room is fully equipped with baby-friendly air conditioning. It looks like both babies and the whole family will be able to stay comfortable.

The meals are original Japanese meals made with ingredients from Gunma. Children's lunches are also available for small children. There is even a "first meal celebration meal" for babies. Why not invite your grandparents to stay at Fukuzen for the first meal on the 100th day after birth? Make a reservation on the official website. You'll make unforgettable and precious memories.

You might also be interested in the food that mom and dad will be eating. You can enjoy a carefully prepared Japanese meal using seasonal ingredients from Gunma. The main dish is Gunma brand pork shabu-shabu, a dish that the inn is proud of, with a soft and flavorful taste. There is also a wide selection of bespoke dishes, such as the "Joushu beef steak," which is characterized by its firm redness and refreshing taste, and rice bowl dishes (weekdays only) such as pork shogayaki rice bowl. Depending on the number of people, you can also in-room dining. Enjoy delicious food with the whole family.

Hotel Kimura, where you can enjoy one of the largest tatami baths in northern Kanto, is located about a 10-minute walk from the Ikaho onsen bus stop. The non-slip and safe tatami baths make bathing comfortable for both adults and children. There are also partitions between the washing areas, so you can wash your body slowly without worrying about being seen by others. There are also various types of private baths, such as large private baths that can accommodate about 7-8 people and chic private baths. You're sure to find a private bath that suits your taste. Be sure to check out the website. The source is a silver-white hot spring that feels good on the skin.

The majority of the guest rooms are Japanese-style. There are a variety of options, including rooms with open-air baths and rooms with great views. The Japanese-style rooms are filled with a Japanese atmosphere and have great views, with some offering a panoramic view of the Tanigawadake mountain range right in front of you. The spacious Japanese-style rooms are designed to be comfortable for babies who are still crawling. Dress your child in a yukata and take a commemorative photo of the whole family in yukata♪

There are also ``rooms with open-air baths'' that give you a sense of openness, and ``rooms with design baths'' where you can take a bath without worrying about the weather or temperature. Both are Japanese-style rooms, so they're perfect for families traveling with children. The design bath is not onsen bath, so even babies and people with sensitive skin can bathe safely.

Dinner is a line-up of seasonal dishes made with the bounty of Ikaho. All the dishes are so delicious you'll fall in love with them, such as grilled abalone and Joshu beef. Of course, there is also a children's menu, with a variety of options, including rice for infants and udon for children, and children's lunches. Disposable aprons are provided, so you don't have to worry about getting your clothes or yukata dirty. It's a very satisfying trip with lots of smiles and full bellies for moms and dads and children.

Hotel Tenbo is located on a site of about 1000 tsubo and is equipped with 10 types of baths, including the Shirogane no Yu bath shown in the photo, as well as private baths and foot baths. It is an irresistible hotel for families who love onsen. The highlight is the huge rock bath, which uses about 600 tons of Sanbashiki stone, a natural monument. You can enjoy a sense of the extraordinary in the rustic atmosphere. It is also easily accessible, about a 5-minute walk from the Miharashita bus stop.

There are various types of rooms, including Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and rooms with open-air baths. If you are traveling with children, there are rooms with open-air baths where you can take a relaxing bath in your room. A room with an open-air bath exclusively for the family will be a special memory that will remain in your child's memory ♡

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The hotel also has a family bath and a private open-air bath. Have the spacious bath all to yourself! The family bath "Kakaa Tenka" has an indoor bath and an open-air bath, and is also equipped with a baby bath and baby chair. You can take a relaxing bath with your baby.

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Dinner options include kaiseki cuisine in a private room, a buffet in the restaurant on the top floor, a buffet at the dining area "Shunnobo", and banquet cuisine in a private venue. All of these options allow you to fully enjoy the seasonal flavors of Joshu, so you are sure to be very satisfied. For banquet cuisine, a children's lunch is provided for elementary school children and infants. Dessert is also included, so you can enjoy your meal with excitement until the very end.

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There is a "kids room" on the first floor. It is equipped with a slide, building blocks, picture books, and other things, so even small children can have plenty of fun. There is also a games corner and an outdoor pool (only available in summer). Having a playground inside the hotel means you can stay with peace of mind even when the weather is bad.

If it's your baby's first time onsen, we recommend Ryokan ryokan, where you can choose a room with an open-air bath. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes on foot from the bus stops "Ikaho onsen" and "Ikaho Stone Steps Street", but if you contact them when you arrive, they will come to pick you up, so you can rest assured. The special room with an open-air bath is a spacious room with an open-air bath and a Japanese-style room of 10 tatami mats and 8 tatami mats. They also have yukatas and jinbei for elementary school students, so your child will be excited to transform♪ It's spacious enough that after you put your child to bed, you can have a relaxing drink with dad in the other room♡

On the top floor, there is a large public bath called "Tsubaki-no-Yu" (pictured) with an open-air bath. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the Haruna and Akagi mountains while soaking in onsen. There are also four private baths where you can enjoy some private time. "Yumemino-Yu" has a large bathtub and a changing room, so it is safe even if you have small children. One of the great things about private hot onsen is that children can play in the water a little without bothering other users. Please take your time and soothe your fatigue.

You can choose from three dinner plans. There is the "Joshu Beef Steak Menu Plan" where you can taste marbled beef, and the "Fresh Plan" which uses plenty of Joshu beef. Children from 3 years old to the early elementary school years can enjoy a children's plate with fried chicken and tempura as the main dish. It even comes with a seasonal dessert. They do not offer baby food, but if you inquire in advance they can prepare porridge and other dishes for you.

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Breakfast is a Japanese meal using seasonal ingredients such as grilled fish, tofu, and mushroom soup. The inn is proud of its bacon and eggs made with bacon and eggs from Gunma. It will give you energy in the morning! If you make a reservation from the official website, you can change your breakfast to in-room dining (boxed lunch).

If you and your child want to relax in a spacious room, make a reservation at Oyado Tamaki. It's conveniently located just a minute's walk from the Ishidan-gai bus stop. This traditional Japanese inn has a calming atmosphere with tatami corridors throughout, so you can truly relax. There is also a beauty salon, so you can let dad and the child play while mom indulges in a little luxury time.

Besides Japanese-style rooms, there are also rooms with open-air baths, rooms with cypress panoramic baths, rooms with indoor baths, and family rooms that can accommodate up to 12 people. If you are traveling with children, we recommend rooms with open-air baths or indoor baths that can be completed in the room. Since you don't have to leave the room, you can enjoy a leisurely stay without having to worry about anyone.

If you want to enjoy both the "Golden Bath" and "Silver Bath" from Ikaho's two abundant hot springs, head to the large public bath "Hashibami Bath." You can spend a luxurious time bathing while looking out at the Tanigawa mountain range. There is also a private rock bath where you can enjoy the "Golden Bath" directly from the source. The authentic rock bath is full of an extraordinary feeling that will excite both children and adults ♡ It's a great way to create unforgettable memories just for the family.

If you have children, it's nice to be able to meal in your room. For up to four people, you can change to in-room dining (for a fee) in the North Wing guest rooms and rooms with open-air baths, "Enju," "Yuzuriha," and "Asunaro." Children's lunches are available for children aged 3 to 6, and meals similar to the adult menu are available for children aged 1 to 6.

"Hibikino" is a relaxing inn where you can enjoy the rich nature and natural onsen. There are many fun facilities such as forest bathing on the approximately 59,000m2 site, karaoke rooms, and table tennis, making it perfect for families. It is about a 10-minute walk from the bus stop "Miharashita", but we may be able to pick you up after 2:30 pm, so please check with the inn.

​We recommend the detached rooms such as "Hoshun-an," which has three Japanese-style rooms of 12 tatami mats, 6 tatami mats, and 8 tatami mats. It has an open-air bath, so you can easily bathe without having to move. You can enjoy it with your children. The floor is heated, so your feet will be warm even in the cold winter. Since it is a detached room, you can relax without having to worry about those around you.

Of course, there is a large public bath in the building. You can enjoy the "Silver Bath" in the indoor bath and the "Golden Bath" in the open-air bath. The large and diverse baths are sure to get your children excited. The open-air bath is surrounded by natural forest, so you can let the power of nature and onsen soothe you to the core.

meal are kaiseki cuisine, made with seasonal ingredients and handmade cooking. The dishes, which incorporate delicious ingredients such as vegetables and eggs from specially contracted farmers, local river fish and beef, are exquisite! The children's menu includes homemade dishes such as hamburger steaks and corn soup. These also use mainly local ingredients, so the whole family can enjoy the local flavors.

Ikaho onsen Washokoro no Yado Omori is proud of its heartwarming hospitality. It is about a one-minute walk from the Ikaho onsen bus stop, and is close to the stone steps and the ropeway, making it a convenient location for sightseeing. The highlight of the inn is the rooftop garden open-air bath, where you can enjoy the view from an altitude of about 800m. They also sell an "open-air drink set" where you can enjoy local sake in the open-air bath or private bath. How about having a drink in onsen while dad watches the kids?

There are various types of guest rooms, including special Japanese-style rooms with cypress baths, rooms with panoramic baths, and Japanese-Western style rooms. There are also plenty of baby items, such as bedwetting mats and Bumbo. It's nice to see the thoughtfulness of the many ideas that have been put into making the whole family comfortable.

If you are traveling with children, the plan with private dining for dinner is the best. You can enjoy Gunma's famous specialties such as "Joshu beef" and "Joshu mochi pork" at your own pace with your family. There is a boiler for babies, so you can make milk quickly. It is recommended to bring baby food. There is also a children's menu, so it is fun.

Start your day with breakfast. Enjoy nutritious dishes such as carefully selected eggs, seasonal steamed vegetables, and grilled fish. Please choose from two types of rice: white rice or millet rice porridge. If you eat a meal that is good for your body, your stomach will warm up and you will be energized. After eating well, let's go sightseeing in Ikaho with the whole family ♪

If you come to the historic Ikaho onsen, you'll want to stay at a long-established inn and relax. For families like you, we recommend "Ikaho onsen Fukuichi." This hot onsen inn has been in business for over 440 years. If you contact us when you arrive at the bus stop "Ikaho Stone Steps," they will come to pick you up. The Sky Cafe & Library "Rue" on the 19th floor has picture books and comics, so you can relax and read while looking out at the mountain views.

There are various types of guest rooms, such as Western-style rooms, Japanese-Western style rooms, and rooms with gardens, but if you are traveling with small children or babies, the Japanese-style room is recommended. There are few steps and Ryukyu tatami mats are laid out, so even crawling babies and toddlers won't have to worry about missing their feet. Mom and Dad can relax and enjoy the great nature of Ikaho from the large windows.

You can enjoy two baths: the "Golden Bath," known since ancient times as the "Bath of Fertility" for women, and the "Silver Bath," known for its recuperation and health benefits. Leave your children with dad for a while and soothe your daily fatigue in the open-air bath. There are also private baths, so you can enjoy onsen with just your family.

You can also use the private meal room for meal. In a private room, you can concentrate on your meal without worrying about your children. You can enjoy kaiseki cuisine made with carefully selected ingredients such as fresh vegetables from Gunma and "Joshu Mochi Pork". Children will be smiling in front of the children's dishes.

"Ikaho onsen Yorokobi no Yado Shinki" is an inn located about a 2-minute walk from the "Ikaho onsen" bus stop. When you arrive, the kids will be fascinated by the goldfish in the lobby! You can enjoy the spectacular view from the observation lounge on the 6th floor, get absorbed in table tennis, and have a fun time with your family.

All guest rooms have tatami mats, so it's easy to accommodate babies for naps. Rooms on the upper floors have great views, and you'll be impressed by the spectacular views of the mountains that are hard to see in the city. Yukata robes and slippers for children are also provided, so you can take photos of them in a different outfit than usual.

This is the observation bath on the top floor. The view from an altitude of about 800m will take your breath away. The sunrise view is also amazing, so you can ask dad to look after the kids and enjoy it alone in the early morning♪ If you're not sure about bringing small children to the large public bath, you can enjoy bath time with your family in a private bath.

For dinner, we serve the unusual "Silk Kaiseki" course, which uses edible silk and mulberry leaves that have been processed into a powder. Depending on the season and course, you can enjoy a variety of Gunma-style ingredients, such as Joshu beef sukiyaki and mochi pork shabu-shabu. There is a children's lunch for small children, and kaiseki cuisine arranged to please children, such as fried shrimp, for elementary school students, so the whole family will be very satisfied.

Ikaho Grand Hotel is where you can bathe in the Golden Hot Springs. It is located about a one-minute walk from the Miharashita bus stop. This hotel has plenty of facilities for you to enjoy, such as a games corner, a table tennis room, and a karaoke room, so you can have a great time with the whole family. Most of the guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms, which are safe for babies. There are also spacious rooms, so even large groups or three generations of parents and children can relax and unwind.

This is the hotel's large public bath. You can enjoy the luxurious flowing waters of Ikaho's hot spring, the Golden Hot Springs. Guests staying at the hotel can also use the attached day-use onsen facility, the Golden Hot Springs Hall, so it's fun to try out the mixed springs in the open-air bath and compare the different waters.

Inside the building, there is also a "Retro Game Corner" where you can try out old-fashioned games such as Space Invaders. It seems like something the whole family can enjoy together. There is also a game corner with the latest game consoles, so choose what you like. In the "Golden Bathhouse" attached to the hotel, there is a "Manga Plaza" where the walls are lined with manga. It is as well-equipped as a manga cafe, so children will not get bored♪

For dinner, enjoy a Japanese-Western fusion buffet with about 50 different dishes. The menu changes depending on the season, but you can enjoy your favorite dishes from a wide selection of sushi, sashimi, meat dishes, and more for the whole family to enjoy. There is also a wide selection of desserts, so you might end up overeating.

When traveling with children for the first time, you may be wondering, "What should I bring?" Here, we will introduce some convenient and not bulky items to bring when traveling with children, other than basic items such as clothing. As your children get used to traveling, some items may become unnecessary or you may find substitutes for them when you are there, so it's fun to watch them grow up like that.

Be sure to take your health insurance card and medicine book with you. Infants and small children may suddenly become ill in a different environment than usual. Also, check in advance for emergency services near your accommodation so that you can respond without panicking in any situation. We recommend registering them on your smartphone's favorites page so that you can find them quickly. It is also a good idea to know about drugstores and baby goods stores near your accommodation so that you can buy more diapers and baby food, or distract your baby with some small toys.

Wet tissues are a great everyday item to have with you. They are great for wiping up spilled juice during meal, and also when you want to wash your hands. There are many situations when you'll need them while traveling, so bring plenty of them. If you have both a large one with a lid and a small one that fits in a pouch, it's convenient to take them with you when you're traveling and sightseeing, meal, or when you need to carry minimal luggage.

Food storage bags with zippers, such as Ziploc bags, are highly versatile. Not only can you store half-eaten snacks in them, but you can also carry a change of clothes for your child! You can safely store wet items such as beach sandals and swimsuits in them without worrying about leaks. They can be divided into small portions for different purposes, such as baby toys to play with in your hand, medicine, sunscreen, etc., and they are transparent so you can see them at a glance even in your bag! They are great.

If you feel a little tired and want to go on a onsen trip and be healed, how about going to Ikaho onsen? There are inns that welcome babies and children, as well as lodging facilities that provide baby food and amenities for kids, so you can start your onsen trip with peace of mind. There are plenty of onsen, Gunma's gastronomy, and sightseeing, so moms and dads can enjoy themselves and refresh themselves.