perfect stay for anyone who wants to experience a ryokan. it was well stocked with amenities, and they even provided a yukata to wear for the onsen! we liked that we could use the onsen privately for 30 minutes max. each time. the host was very warm and welcoming. i was really looking forward to seeing mt. fuji from our room but the weather did not permit unfortunately :( wish we could’ve stayed longer because the weather had cleared up the next day!!!

it was quite difficult to locate the property, especially since we arrived at night in the rain. more obvious signs by the main road would have been very helpful!

Quite possibly the best hotel stay I have ever had! The room is massive and comes with a traditional table and chairs, lovely armchairs to gaze at Mount Fuji, the comfiest futons, a traditional tea set, yukatas and so much more! The hostess was so warm and welcoming and made us feel right at home. The two onsens for free use were just incredible and a really perfect size. The view is phenomenal of course and the breakfast was divine, the mackerel especially. We are so pleased we chose to go for the breakfast, there were so many little dishes and a great choice of drinks too with everything helpfully explained to us. We left feeling so restored and rejuvenated after only one night. Highly highly recommend!

Nothing, it was perfect and the free pickup and drop-off from the train station made the rural location a breeze.

Wonderful ryokan with spectacular views of Mount Fuji. A peaceful place away from the crowds of Kawaguchiko. The ryokan is run by a really kind couple who really made me feel at home. My stay was the highlight of my Japan trip. It was perfect: the stunning views of Mount Fuji from my room (the first day I just sat on my chair and observed Mount Fuji in awe), the delicious Japanese breakfast, the two private onsen (one with jacuzzi!), the free pickup and drop-off service, bike rental and all that for a very economic price. Very high value, I’ll definitely come back!

Mountain view room: This renovated room was exceptional. I had all the tourist spots for photo taking ready to go, but the view was that good I didn’t bother. The bed was comfy, the mini kitchen and bathroom were immaculate and the bonus of having the yukata and kotatsu to use, gave a personal touch. I used one of two Onsen (private if you want-no extra), and it helped relax the muscles ready for the next day. The hosts were fantastic and take pride in what they offer. I had a car so journey-ing to other places was easy, but I did see some bus stops not far. They had plenty of people staying (I only saw their shoes) so it’s a great place for any amount of time to stay.

+ The host is very generous. He picked me up from the train station and dropped me off on the last day. As I went alone with medium size luggage, this is very helpful , instead of rushing through the public bus (which is mostly crowded with tourists) + Very good facilities - I rented a bike (only normal one is available) to travel around from the ryokan to Kawaguchiko and the view is very stunning. + Onsen , the room with Mt. Fuji view are spacious. Most of the time, it's quiet and the guests are respectful. There are a few restaurants nearby but Familymart is around 15 -20 mins walk (note uphill on the way back)

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Highly recommended! We stayed at this lovely Ryokan that is run by a lovely couple. Our room has ensuite bathroom and looks newly renovated, with a good view of Mount Fuji from our balcony on clear days. My photos don't represent the place well because of our mess, so sorry. You can do simple cooking with a induction stove, and a microwave/oven, fridge, and a sink. We drove, and its central location between Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka works for us. It is also near Forest Adventure Fuji. Most importantly, they have 2 X private Ryokan of differing sizes, which allowed us to have a soak as a family :)

Amano san and her husband were very welcoming. They picked us up from the train station and drop us off without any extra charge. The property was extremely clean and inviting. We used the onsen and it was a relaxing experience which we recommend (you are allowed to use it privately for up to 30 minutes). The dinner and breakfast were delicious and added to the experience. The ryokan was located a 30-minute walk from Oshino Hakkai, a whimsical little town worth a pit stop. The room was cosy and the futon beds were surprisingly comfortable. Our room had a view to mount Fuji (we were just unfortunate with the foggy weather which blocked the mount for part of our stay). All in all, this was one of the highlights of our trip!

There wasn’t much we didn’t like. The location is a bit hard to access (but since they provide a free ride this wasn’t really a problem). There was some wear and tear but it didn’t really bother us or impact our stay.

The hosts were lovely and helpful. I just climbed Fuji so my whole body was sore but I had the most comfortable sleep on my very first futon ever! Despite being fully-booked, it was very serene, I even got the whole onsen for myself; there are two types: Jacuzzi and bath-type onsen. As everyone has mentioned, the room has clear view to Mt Fuji, but in the bedroom itself there are lounge area where you can make your own ocha. They even have a binder of pamphlet/magazine/posters collection full of information on local touristy, cultural, activities, and culinary hotspots. The Japanese breakfast was also very delicious, and the host drives me to the station after check-out. Definitely recommending this place to everyone!

I wish I could stay longer but my schedule wouldn't let me.

The highlights of our stay were the meals, onsen, and value for money. We originally only requested breakfast, as the host, in their initial message, said that dinners were only available on the weekend. However, they were more than happy to make an exception and we got to enjoy dinner as well! Both meals were kaiseki-style, uniquely with a more homey quality compared to more upscale ryokans with juices, teas, coffes, and more on the side for no additional cost. Our hosts were very courteous and attentive to our needs. They took the time to explain all the features of our very spacious, tatami-style rooms, as well as all the dishes in our meals. The onsens were very relaxing and private to individual parties. Since we were the only guests that night, we were able to go multiple times and stay as long as wanted. Our rooms were spacious with tatami mats and a decent view of Mt. Fuji, which we unfortunately missed due to the weather. Overall, our per-person all-in cost was equivalent to what we would've paid for one night in a small hotel room in Tokyo - excellent value for money. Do not skip this place! It might be further away from downtown Kawaguchi-ko, but the hospitality, food, serenity, and value cannot be matched anywhere else in the area.

It is further away from downtown Kawaguchi-ko than most other ryokans, and will require a vehicle to get to. We drove, but the host does drive guests to and from Kawaguchi-ko Station, provided you give them a call.

The hosts were great, the food was great, the nature based area is great and is fairly close to a major attraction. This is a family Ryokan and that is what makes it so great. It's lived in and has history. It's retro in the best ways. And they speak English!

The location can be a bit problematic if you want to move around due to the fact that the main bus line near the location is only available twice a day other than that you're great.