Kappo Ryokan Hiromitei

The hot spring water was clear and colorless, and it kept me warm for a long time after bathing. There was a wide range of shampoos and conditioners from well-known brands in the bathhouse, including some I hadn't heard of before. Coffee was available with unlimited refills, and we even took a cup to go when we left. We were very satisfied overall, and we'd come back if the service for dogs improves. We chose this place because it was the only option where we could stay with our dog. Dinner was lavish, just what you'd expect from a traditional Japanese inn, and delicious, with unlimited refills. Breakfast was especially good, full of tasty Japanese dishes that made us want more. The guest room lost a star because there were no pet sheets in the dog's cage, so we had to take our dog outside to relieve itself. It was a natural area nearby, so that was okay, but with all the recent bear sightings, it felt a bit worrying. I also wonder what we'd do on a rainy day. The location lost a star because of the parking lot. It wasn't paved, and we ended up in a muddy spot from the rain the day before, so mud splashed everywhere.

We stayed in July 2025 and January 2026, and were happy with the hot springs, room, meals, and service. Meals are normally served in the room, which made it easy to relax. Dinner was especially full of Iwate ingredients: matsutake mushroom dobinmushi, abalone, and Iwate beef steak, with flavors I haven't found elsewhere. Even the sashimi garnish was a lovely detail. The seaweed, which apparently comes from Iwate Prefecture, said to have the country's top share, had a slightly salty taste and was delicious. The staff's local accent was another highlight for me. Breakfast felt a little plain next to such a lavish dinner. I think they could cut back on some dinner dishes and ingredients and put more focus on breakfast.

The food kept arriving even after I'd taken the photo, and everything at both meals was delicious. There was a great selection at breakfast and dinner, so I was very happy with the meals. I could stay with my dog, and even had a hot spring included, for around 30,000 yen. Such a good deal, and an inn I'd happily stay at again. The building has an old-fashioned, relaxing feel, and the staff were so friendly that the whole stay was pleasant. I let my dog outside with permission.

We stayed in two rooms, one for my partner, his family, and me, and another for our dog. Our family room was lovely, with an open-air bath and nice hot water. The dog-friendly room was clean and pleasant, and our dog stayed by our side while we had dinner in the room. The restaurant, true to its name, served a very elaborate and delicious meal, so much that we couldn't finish it all. The large public bath was clean and the spring water felt good. Everyone on staff was kind and warm. We'd definitely like to visit again (*^^*).