[Tochigi] Couples want to go ♡ 8 recommended ryokan by area

Tochigi is easily accessible from Tokyo Station, taking about 2 to 2.5 hours by train or bus, and is recommended for weekend trips. There are many attractive areas, such as "Nikko", where the world heritage site "Nikko Toshogu Shrine" is located, "onsen", which was opened in the Edo period, and the highland resort "Nasu-Shiobara". It is rich in nature, so it is perfect for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and find healing! Why not invite your boyfriend on a relaxing trip to Tochigi?

When traveling, the place you stay is important! Especially if you're staying with your partner, you want to be particular about the inn. So this time, we'll introduce recommended ryokan for couples in each area of Tochigi. These are all inns perfect for a special trip with your partner, including inns where you can reserve a large open-air bath for private use and inns recommended for a stay in seclusion. Relax in the Japanese atmosphere and natural scenery and enjoy a relaxing and luxurious stay.

Fufu Nikko is located about 10 minutes by car from JR Nikko Station and Tobu Nikko Station. The hotel is surrounded by nature and is about a 15-minute walk from Nikko Toshogu Shrine. It is scheduled to open in 2020, so you can enjoy a beautiful and extraordinary experience.

There are 24 rooms in 6 types. The elegant interior and architecture will allow you to spend quality time with your partner. From the large windows, you can enjoy the lush greenery of Nikko to the fullest. It's also nice to chat with your partner while listening to the birds chirping!

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All rooms are equipped with private hot onsen. You can bathe at any time, so even if you get too excited talking to your boyfriend, you can relax and enjoy onsen. The large public bath also has a large open-air bath, which gives you a great sense of openness.

For dinner, you can enjoy a new style of kaiseki or teppanyaki cuisine that combines Japanese and Western cuisine at "Setchu" located inside the building. You can also enjoy afternoon tea and alcoholic drinks in the "Fufu Lounge" with its spacious sofas.

Okunoin Hotel Tokugawa is located in the inner sanctum of Nikko, about a 10-minute drive from JR Nikko Station and Tobu Nikko Station. Couples traveling by train can also enjoy the shuttle bus from Nikko Station or Nikko Toshogu Shrine. There is a vast Japanese garden, so you can spend a relaxing time with your partner away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

There are 22 guest rooms in total, including rooms with open-air baths and rooms with terraces. The most luxurious of these is the villa "Aqua." With a water theme, it comes with a private garden and an open-air bath. Why not enjoy a special stay-at-home trip in this spacious space?

For dinner, you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine including Nikko's specialty yuba (bean curd) and A5-rank "Tochigi Wagyu" shabu-shabu. You can meal in a private room in the dining restaurant located in the building, so couples can enjoy a calm and relaxing meal and conversation.

Upon arrival, a welcome drink is served. You can take a break in the open lounge while looking out at the garden. In addition to soft drinks, matcha and alcoholic drinks are also available.

Kinugawa Onsen Asaya Hotel Asaya has been in business for over 130 years and is the oldest inn in Kinugawa. It is about a 10-minute drive from JR onsen Station. The open-ceiling lobby is gorgeous, and the dreamlike world is sure to get you and your partner excited♪

There are various types of rooms, from Japanese-style rooms to Western-style rooms and rooms with open-air baths, with 17 types of rooms and a total of 192 rooms. You can relax in a high-quality, calm space. It's sure to be a lot of fun searching for the perfect room for the two of you from the many rooms available!

We highly recommend you try the "Floating Garden Open-Air Bath," located at the highest point in onsen. On clear nights, you can see a sky full of stars! It's sure to be an unforgettable memory.

For dinner, the restaurant ASAYA GARDEN on the 8th floor is very popular, offering a buffet with over 100 Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes. There are plenty of intriguing dishes on the menu, including freshly grilled steaks cooked right in front of you, freshly fried tempura, pasta and oven-baked pizza.

"Hana no Yado Matsuya" is about a 3-minute walk from Tobu Railway's "Kinugawa Koen Station." Paintings and dolls by Yumeji Takehisa are displayed throughout the building. You'll feel as if you've traveled back in time to the Taisho period and have a dreamy time.

There are 4 types of rooms, totaling 50. Some rooms even have an open-air bath. You can choose between a Japanese-style room and a Japanese-Western style room, and the Japanese-Western style rooms have beds, so couples who prefer to sleep in beds can rest assured. It would be fun to take a walk with him to the banks of the Kinugawa River.

The open-air bath along the mountain stream has a great view! Stretch your legs and enjoy the seasonal scenery and night view, and you'll be able to relax to your heart's content. There is also a large communal bath with a high ceiling and a private bath.

There are also colorful yukatas available, so please try them on. It's also nice to take photos with your boyfriend and explore the hotel. There is also a library and a souvenir shop. For dinner, we have a colorful "Japanese Kaiseki" dinner. Enjoy a leisurely meal with your boyfriend♪

onsen Sanraku is about a 10-minute walk from Tobu Railway's Kinugawa Koen Station. All rooms are over 74 square meters in size, so you can relax and unwind. The Japanese-style drawstring bag containing the amenities is popular and can be taken home as a souvenir!

The open-air bath overlooking the Kinugawa River is made of cypress, so you can relax and unwind while surrounded by a pleasant fragrance. There is a shampoo bar stocked with popular brands, as well as a premium cosmetics corner with overseas brands. Take this opportunity to try out shampoos and cosmetics that interest you.

Dinner is a creative seasonal dish made with an abundance of seasonal ingredients. It is visually appealing and a meal can be enjoyed with all five senses. A variety of alcoholic drinks are available, including sake tasting sets and wine, making it perfect for couples who love alcohol.

Sanraku" has a lot of great services. You can even experience a rickshaw ride for free (*Offerings are irregular). Riding together with your boyfriend will be a special memory. Other services include rental of electrically power assisted bicycles, welcome drink of green powdered tea, and beverage service at the "Kiraku" rest area.

"Nanaeyae Inn of Silence and Heart" is about a 5-minute walk from Tobu Railway's "Kinugawa Koen Station." The inn offers a panoramic view of the valley, so beautiful that the founder was so moved by the view that he wanted "many people to see this view." Once you pass through the noren, take a break in the spacious lobby lounge.

There are 7 types of rooms, totaling 35. The view of the Kinugawa River from the rooms on the top floor is amazing. There are also rooms with indoor and outdoor onsen baths. Recommended for couples who want to enjoy onsen whenever they want.

The large public bath and the open-air bath are separated by a glass front, so you can enjoy a beautiful view from anywhere. From the open-air bath, you can see the Kinugawa Valley right in front of you, and it feels like you're floating in the air! Why not try to relax thoroughly in the great outdoors?

Dinner is a Japanese-style banquet meal made with local ingredients. You can enjoy shabu-shabu made with "Tochigi Yume Pork," "yuba-maki salad" made with Nikko's famous yuba, and "mountain vegetable rice casserole." You can also add special dishes such as "Tochigi Wagyu steak" and "salted grilled sweetfish."

Yunohanaso is located right next to the bus stop "Yunohanaso-mae." Since it's close to the bus stop, you don't have to worry even if you have a lot of luggage. You can drink tea and coffee in the lobby. Sit back on the sofa and relax after your travels.

There are a total of 12 guest rooms, each with its own unique charm. For couples traveling on a special day, we recommend the detached room with an open-air bath. It has a large terrace and a stone open-air bath, and the atmosphere is outstanding. You can enjoy a luxurious stay just for the two of you without worrying about other people.

All of onsen at Yunohanaso are 100% natural. You can see the view of the Houki River from the open-air bath, and it can be reserved for private use from check-in until midnight. This is a luxury that is only possible at an inn with a limited number of guest rooms. Two people can have the large bath all to themselves.

For dinner, you can choose from a variety of dishes, including a monthly kaiseki course meal, or the chef's carefully selected plans such as "local chicken sukiyaki," "crab sukiyaki/crab chirinabe," and "Nikko Kogen beef shabu-shabu." The dishes are carefully prepared to be as pleasing to the eye as they are to the eye, and are sure to satisfy both your heart and your stomach!

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"Hanare no Yado Kanon" is an inn with all rooms detached, located along a clear stream. It is located about a one-minute walk from the bus stop "Miyajima". The lounge has a free drink corner and is a relaxing space. You can also enjoy roasting marshmallows by the crackling fireplace.

All 10 rooms in 4 types come with an open-air bath, a private garden, and a massage chair. There are also maisonette-type and special rooms. You can forget about the busyness of everyday life and enjoy a moment just for the two of you. I hope you will spend a relaxing time listening to the sounds of nature.

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meal are served in a private dining room. You can enjoy original cuisine made with carefully selected fresh fish delivered directly from various places and A5 rank Tochigi Wagyu beef. Since it is a private room, you can enjoy meal with your boyfriend without worrying about the people around you.

The anniversary plan includes a bottle of wine (red, white, or rose) at dinner, a flower basket, or a whole cake. Couples who don't like wine can change to non-alcoholic wine or just one drink. It's sure to be an unforgettable anniversary trip!

Each Tochigi Prefecture has its own charms, including world heritage sites, historic onsen, and vast natural scenery. You can forget about the busyness of everyday life and truly relax with your partner by staying at a high-quality inn surrounded by nature. Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious time together on an unforgettable couple's trip ♡