Wonderful traditional Japanese hotel with a fantastic onsen (hot bath). Our rate included very tradional Japanese breakfast and dinner, an amazing experience. We wore typical Japanese robes while in hotel, a nice touch ! Very clean and tasteful decoration. Our room was transformed in evening from a sitting room to sleeping room by the staff. Close to trainstation and a few restaurants nearby. Within 1 mile is the city center with beautiful old style narrow streets and many restaurants and more. The famous snow monkeys are about 3-4 miles away. We walked, it took us 1 hours or so. There are 2 ways to hike there, either side of river. Refreshing and a wonderful hike. The staff drove us to train station when leaving, for free of course and tips are not accepted as is typical in Japan.

All was perfect.

We enjoyed our full stay! It was our first Ryokan experience and let's say we did not know what to expect. The staffs dedication was incredible. They were aiming to make the stay perfect. They also provided vegetarian options for my partner for the keiseki dinners. We highly recommcend staying there. Also the surrounding is beautiful and very quite. And let's not forget the onsen.

The vegetarian option included a lot of mushrooms. For us that was no problem. However, keep that in mind, I also think that you could have indicated that and they would accomodate you.

The whole experience was magical and it was if someone ordered the snowfall while my Filipina wife was on the balcony. We were blown away with the architecture of the reception hall and tea area. The room was larger than I thought and really warm to keep the cold out. Dinner/Supper was amazing as we were served by traditional Japanese ladies which put the edge on other Onsen Hotels we stayed at. The food was delicious and we added a lovely bottle of red wine which finished it off beautifully. They have a great shop selling local Japanese treats and the outside Onsen was an experience never to forget. I can see why the Snow Monkies enjoy it so much on the cold days.

Everything was great.

This ryokan was a lot bigger than we expected - more of a regular hotel, but with tatami mat floors in the rooms. We ate in a large banquet room with the other guests and the food was delicious. We didn't go to the public onsens, but we did book the private onsen which was wonderful. Definitely book that ahead. The staff don't speak much English, but they're very sweet about trying to help you. It's also very convenient to the Snow Monkey park.

I would say that if you're looking for a small, romantic boutique kind of ryokan, this probably isn't the place for you.

Great proximity to Yudanaka Station. Lovely personal touches such as an illustrated breakfast menu & matcha served upon arrival. The Momoyama bath is not to be missed & the staff is very kind with language disparity.

Really nice and friendly staff. Nice and clean rooms. Generous breakfasts and dinners with daily changing menues - the wagyu meat was especially good! Private spa with finnish sauna, steam bath, onsen water, cold bath, outside area and even a massage seat and included drinks was bookable for a small fee. Free coffee and tea available in the lounge (tea also in the room). Convenient shuttle service to the train station.

Steam bath in the private bath seemed not so clean and did not smell fresh. Dining times allowed latest breakfast at 0830 and latest dinner start at 1930, which at least for the breakfast was for us a bit early but not really a problem.

A true ryokan experience with an exceptional food service. This heritage building is well-kept, dignified, and an absolute delight. There was no need to leave the building to have a satisfying bath—indoor or outdoor. I loved the private bath, and the overall tradition of the ryokan. The staff was so accommodating of our late check-in, took care to deliver our luggage to the station while we go to the Snow Monkey Park, and were attentive to our needs.

Not much. I didn’t like that a feature in the ladies’ outdoor bath is closed. Other than that, every aspect of this stay was smooth and pleasant.

Comfortable rooms, excellent meals throughout our stay. There is a welcoming and comfortable coffee lounge open throughout the day. The hotel shuttle brought us to and fro Yudanaka Station without delays. The Snow Monkey Park is a nice one hour walk away by foot through quiet village roads. Otherwise, transport is provided by the hotel shuttle to the bus station for a 15 min ride to the park entrance. The staff were very helpful. The town of Obuse is a short train ride away to enjoy the Hokusai Museum.

nil

We greatly enjoyed our stay in Yorozuya. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, staying in a traditional Ryokan. The hot spring baths were amazing, the staff was incredibly hospitable and friendly, everything was clean and the rooms were set up in traditional style with tatami mats. One of the highlights is definitely the food: this was AMAZING, with spectacular dishes all beautifully presented and with wonderful flavours and tastes. We greatly enjoyed our stay here and would not hesitate to come back again if we ever visit Japan again in the future: Yorozuya is highly recommended and was the highlight of our trip to Japan!

N/A

The authenticity and commitment from all staff to give the best possible Japanese experience to us was incredible. Slept on futons. The onsen(s) were outstanding and the complete lack of reaction from staff when a category 5 earthquake interrupted dinner was impressive. The staff bent over backwards to help us with forwarding luggage (when the deadline had gone.

The front view did not look promising! No sign in English so wasn’t sure we were in the right place.