Tokurakamiyamada Onsen Yu No Yado Fukujuso

The hot spring was warm enough to stay in for a long time, and while the open-air bath was small, I preferred the indoor bath’s water quality and didn’t use it. There was also a one-person sauna, and the shower pressure was good. The path to the baths goes through the garden, though, so it was cold in the morning. I stayed in early November and chose the Kuroge Wagyu beef shabu-shabu plan I’d been curious about. Someone greeted me outside as soon as I arrived, which was a nice welcome. The meat was tender, portions were just right, and all the side dishes were delicious. My husband and I finished everything and were very satisfied. We ate in a private room with a TV. The inn was well maintained, everyone was friendly, and I’d definitely stay again.

I go to hot springs in different places, and I use this one once a year. The water flows straight from the source, and the building is quiet. Even in the middle of winter, it doesn’t feel cold inside, so it’s comfortable to stay here.

I stayed on September 21st. The inn is in a residential area rather than a proper hot spring town. My room was about 8 tatami mats, a comfortable size for two, and fairly clean, with a shower room and washlet toilet. The large public bath had sulfur-smelling water that I liked. It felt a little slimy, as if it might be beneficial, and the next morning it had turned a mysterious emerald green. The water in both the indoor and open-air baths was generally warm, which was a bit disappointing. The small sauna was nice. Breakfast was generous for the price, so I was satisfied. I only ordered one thing. In the morning, the shower room wouldn’t give me hot water, even though it had worked the day before. I don’t know if it was broken or if they were being stingy, but I wish they’d make sure hot water was always available.

Dinner service was poorly timed. I’d finished all my side dishes before the rice arrived, and I had to ask for it myself. That was disappointing, and I wish they’d provided a menu. The spring water itself was excellent, with a slimy feel that left my skin very smooth.