Ryokan Tanaka — Hotel in Takayama

We tried to book this lesser known hotel in the area and guess what, we were glad we did got the opportunity to stay in this lovely hotel. The staff was kind and sincere even though they tried their best to speak converse with us in english. The room we stayed in was those like ryokan kind with a toilet in it. Shower area are shared among other guests which is linked to a shared indoor and outdoor onsen areas as well. They have a private onsen as well which you do not need to book, just need to lock the door outside to inform people that you're using it.The best part of this experience is that we opted for dinner and breakfast and we were just blown away especially the dinner course menu. They provided like 10 different type of dishes for you to taste which includes the iconic hida beef as well!Everything for one night is so affordable around SGD $200+ which is...

😊: This is the first onsen accommodation I stayed in, so I have no previous experience, but I thought it was great. The staff was very attentive and made a considerable effort to ensure seamless communication between us, as I only speak some Japanese. The ryokan is only a 5-minute walk from the bus station. The room was a good size and had a big window next to the seating area. The futon was very comfortable and the staff put it in and out for the guest's convenience. Breakfast was good and varied. On top of the usual male/female separated onsen baths, there was also a private rotenburo on the first floor.. 😢: One evening the hot spring water in the onsen was too hot to bathe in, so I had to wait until the following morning to use it. Still, that gave me a chance to try the free public onsen by Hirayu...

Our stay at Ryokan Tanaka in Hirayu Onsen was simply fantastic! The host was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to make our experience unforgettable.

The local cuisine was absolutely amazing, showcasing the best of Japanese flavors and culture. We loved immersing ourselves in the traditional atmosphere and soaking in the onsen.

The futon beds provided a comfortable night's sleep, ensuring we woke up refreshed and ready for each day's adventures.

Overall, we had a remarkable time at Ryokan Tanaka and would definitely return. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an authentic and enjoyable...