Inn Noshiyu where we stayed is separate from the main ryokan, which is Oyado Noshiyu. It's a small 4 room mini hotel. Room 203 (twin beds) is the largest and best, with an excellent shower (small, but very good). Room 202 does not have its own shower, but that's OK because you can shower in the small private onsen just below. Inn Noshiyu is much newer than Oyado Noshiyu, presumably a recent addition to the property, and we chose it in part because of availability, and in part because as much as we love Japan, sleeping on futons and tatami does not agree with us. Inn Noshiyu has beds, and the beds were very good. All the accessories we needed were present, and high quality. The main ryokan itself (Oyado Noshiyu) is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen, and although we weren't able/allowed to go into the main building to look around, we were still able to use the private onsen which are separate, but part of the main ryokan, and they are excellent and stress-free to use. The location is excellent, 3 minutes walk from the Kurokawa Onsen "main drag". The staff were very nice, accommodated our requests, and some spoke very good english. If you imagine a traditional high-end onsen like in the movies, Oyado Noshiyu is that. Inn Noshiyu is more modern, and not as traditional in look and feel, but still an excellent stay. Recommended to all, but if you can sleep on futons, consider doing Oyado Noshiyu.

At least in room 202 and 203 they have skylights in the ceiling, but no way to cover them. So every morning we were annoyed to be awakened very early by bright sun shining in our eyes. Considering how everything else was so carefully organized, this seems like an oversight. It really should be addressed. One thing we didn't realize about staying in Kurokawa Onsen (which was lovely, by the way) is that it's almost impossible to get breakfast or dinner outside your ryokan. Only one place stays open late, and they turned us away as they were full. So make sure you have meal arrangements with your ryokan, or be prepared to buy things at the very nearby combini and make your own meal.

Beautiful little house, but is part of a bigger hotel across the street so you can use the 5 private onsen and open-air bath there. Close to the center of the village where the shops and other hot springs are located. Staff was very courteous and friendly.

Wifi was spotty and slow. I stayed 2 nights and breakfast was always the same every day, some variations would be nice. This inn also doesn't have an option for dinner, but there are only 2 places in the village that open after 6 pm and they take turns closing so unless you have a car to go to another town, your option for dinner is non-existent. It would be nice if they provide a dinner option, even a simple one or a bento/packed option.

This ryokan or inn exceeded my expectations. I arrived around 12nn and asked if I can leave my luggage so that I can explore the area. They agreed to it. By the time I came back, they gave me all information that I needed about the hotel (ex. Location of the hot springs, time of breakfast, etc.). When I arrive in my room, my luggage is already there. My room was pretty big for Japanese standard. The bed was pretty comfortable. The inn looks modern yet traditional if that makes sense. I was able to visit the main hotel, Oyado Noshiyu, which is a more luxurious place. I'm glad that I can use their amenities even though I am staying at Inn Noshiyu. Because of that, I think the price for the place is really worth it especially since I'm staying alone. If I had someone with me, I'll probably choose Oyado Noshiyu since they had both Breakfast and Dinner. Even though this place only offered breakfast, it was delicious and healthy (aside from the pastries but I won't complain about that lol). The quantity is really big and I didn't get to finish it. As for the amenities, There were at least 3 private onsens to choose from (Oyado Noshiyu). I wasn't able to use the private onsen at my hotel because I really wanted to try the other hotel's private onsens. I was only able to use 2 private onsens. It seems like people often opted for the private onsens so when I used the public onsen, no one was there. I was happy to use it alone. It was really pretty! Using the public onsen at night is such a different vibe compared to the morning. I like it better at night.

The breakfast had too many egg like dishes. It was good but not that good. Aside from that, I loved breakfast! I hope they offer an option to serve dinner though. One more thing. I wasn't sure where I can wash my hair because the onsens (whether private or public) doesn't really have a wash area. There was no shampoo or body wash too. It's even stated in their guide. I wish they had at least one shower area to do this because I can't live without washing my hair. I had to use an onsen of a different hotel to wash my hair and body.

Inn Noshiyu is the no frills affiliate of the more conventional ryokan — Oyado Noshiyu. I’d say it’s a modern take on what a ryokan is, not intimidating but still as welcoming and comfortable. They don’t serve dinner option so be sure to plan ahead. Breakfast is at 2,500yen. Pricey? I’m not sure , similar breakfast in the city can be at least 1,500. They have just few rooms, maybe avoid room 101 if you’re particular with noise or being across the kitchen. But trust me the space is well designed. Inn noshiyu has its own private bath that you share with every other rooms, you take turns in using. But Oyado Noshiyu is always an option and you can access their open air baths.

No dinner option?

This was one of the most magical places we have ever stayed. This Inn was extremely clean, stylish, modern, quiet,and in a good location in the small town, with great service staff and access to 7 onsens in a beautiful garden setting with a historical feel. Kurokawa is off the beaten path for westerners but so worth it, and Noshiyu Inn seemed like one of THE top choices in town. It exceeded our expectations and we were pretty amazed by it.

Be sure and be very clear about your meal choices and plans. We thought breakfast was included and apparently we hadn't signed up for it (restaurants are very limited in Kurokawa), but they kindly accommodated us for two mornings.

Sister accomodation of Oyado Noshiyu. More budget friendly than other accomodation in the town. Breakfast is an additional charge and was great, personal chefs cook fresh each day. You are able to use the outdoor spa facilities of the onsen across the road, in addition to having a private bath in the accomodation building itself. Service was friendly and the staff met us as we drove in and explained to us all the details when we arrived.

We booked the large room with a bathroom upstairs, so if you have large heavy luggage be mindful you will need to carry them up a steep windy flight of stairs. May not be wheelchair accessible.

Kurokawa Onsen is super picturesque and Noshiyu fits in perfectly. It's a quaint, more homely effort from its big brother over the road. That said, you have access to all the onsens at the actual hotel and they're beautiful and relaxing (two public baths and five private baths). Room is big and rustic. Has a separate kitchenette area (with microwave). Downstairs common area is peaceful and has space for eating and working (if needs be).

Food is a bit of a challenge if you haven't opted for dinner/breakfast at the hotel. There's not much open in the town after about 5pm. We did locate a local store in the end and there's space to heat food in the room.

Inn NOSHIYU is very tastefully constructed from natural timbers and is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens. It is an easy walking distance from all the specialty shops in this lovely little traditional town. The staff were very helpful and collected us from the bus stop. The highlight of this property is the variety of hot spring baths you can enjoy and many of them are private so you can have them all to yourself without needing a reservation. The outdoor bath at night was amazing under the autumn foliage with the steam floating above the hot water. It was like a dream. The breakfast was delicious with very generous portions. I think this is the best Hotel to stay at in Kurokawa onsen

Be prepared - All the restaurants and shops in town shut at 6pm so eat early and spend your evening enjoying the hot spring baths

the breakfast was amazing great service at the breakfast the inn is really beautiful and has all the facilities you need the room is very nice and everything you need is provided

when I arrived I went inside and nobody noticed me they also didn't respond to a message I sent earlier in the day. so I didn't want to message again and I waited. I waited 30 minutes and somehow the check-in was in another building. but they didn't explain that anywhere in the information. Overall that was annoying since I felt abandoned and wasted 30 minutes The internet is not good because it is an unsecured network. This made some issues with my MacBook Pro. They should use a network with password like normal. Because I paid 3x more for this inn than other stays in Japan, I was annoyed with these two issues. But the staff were nice and the quality was high.

Everything, but most of all the quality of the staff who greeted me and explained everything.

The city itself was disappointing. The pass for 3 onsens is a tourist trap. I spent my day walking to try to find an open onsen, but 2 were closed, another one was apparently full. The first one where I managed to go was worse than any cheap sento I've been before. The second one was ok. I didn't even have time to find a third one. Thank God, Inn Noshiyu had the best Onsen and my experience there saved my day.