We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Ukiyoe Ryokan Osaka! Ozaki was the best host we’ve ever come across on our travels. Ozaki gave us some lovely gifts on our arrival, and took the time to do a photoshoot with our choice of kimonos and samurai warrior costumes that we chose from his collection. Ozaki’s wife kindly edited the photos for us, and provided us with the images as a gift. Our room had very comfortable beds and pillows, and was very peaceful, with not a sound heard from the rooms in other floors (there was a lift, so no problem getting heavy suitcases up to other floors). The room was spacious with separate seating area, kitchen, private laundry and bathroom, with separate WC. The washer/dryer came in particularly handy for us. Ozaki provided a good range of coffees, teas and soup bases. We spent a day in Nara, and Ozaki was able to give us a lot of suggestions of what to do and see there, as that is where he is from (I highly recommend a visit, it was a highlight of our trip, Todai-Ji was impressive, and the parks were beautiful, especially with the deer wandering around, but don’t carry anything in your hands or they’ll try to eat it, and we saw one lady get butted in the behind).

There wasn’t anything we didn’t like!

The owner was extremely helpful, even well before our arrival — for example, by giving us advice about nearby restaurants. He took the time to explain every aspect of the apartment, from the light switches to making tea. You get the full ryokan experience, with low beds and a traditional table. He even offered a photo session with samurai armor and kimono dressing. Two pieces of advice: - These are ryokan-style apartments, not a hotel. There’s nothing that distinguishes the building from a regular residential one, but the given address is correct. It's important to inform the owner of your arrival time in advance so he can be there to greet you. He is very responsive and flexible. - The nearby subway station is large. It’s wise to pay attention to the entrance number suggested by Google Maps; otherwise, you may spend quite some time getting to the right platform, especially if you're carrying luggage up and down stairs.

We travelled through Japan for a month as a family of 5 (2 adults, and 3 teenagers). This accommodation was a stand-out. Ozaki, our host, went above and beyond to help us feel welcome and comfortable. He welcomed us to the property and showed us how everything worked, was in contact with us regularly, provided local recommendations (which were fantastic) and made our visit to Osaka incredibly memorable (he also gave us recommendations for Nara, where he grew up!) It was also much more spacious than other accommodation we'd had in Japan. And it's also in such a great location, with easy access on foot and metro to many Osaka highlights. We loved it.

5-Star Ryokan Experience in Osaka – A Hidden Gem of Kindness and Comfort Staying at this ryokan in Osaka was one of the most heartwarming and memorable experiences of our entire trip to Japan. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed like family. The host went above and beyond in every way — helping us with local recommendations, and making sure we were always comfortable and cared for. The rooms were spotless and filled with that unique blend of traditional charm and subtle luxury: tatami mats, futons that felt like clouds, the costumes photo shooting was a memorable experience too. What truly made this stay unforgettable was the kindness of the host. Their genuine warmth, attentiveness, and effortless hospitality created a sense of peace and connection that is rare to find. It felt like more than just a place to sleep — it felt like a home away from home. If you’re looking for an authentic, serene, and truly heartfelt experience in Osaka, this ryokan is a treasure not to be missed. We left with full hearts and a deep gratitude for such a beautiful encounter.

Maybe the lack of a view but hey that’s downtown Osaka, can’t have all

The owner and staff really care about their customers and will do all that they can to make their stay a comfortable and stress-free one. If you have any questions or need help with restaurant reservations or recommendations, you can contact the owner, Ozaki, directly and he will help immediately. The room itself is different from other hotel rooms and is very much a traditional Japanese inn. The beds and pillows were comfortable and the room was very spacious. We also liked the separate living room with low table and tatami mats because it felt very local. The room is decorated with various Japanese items and art. The bathroom and shower were also clean. We especially liked how there was a washer/dryer combo as well as a small kitchen. Overall, this was a highlight of our trip because of the customer service and how it was different (in a good way) from your typical hotel. I world definitely stay here again while visiting Osaka!

A small nitpick would be that the washer and dryer can take about 1.5 hours each for a load. Not a big deal for us since we would do a load either really morning or late at night, but something to keep in mind.

10/10. This wonderful Ryokan was the best place we stayed in Japan and easily one of the best places we have stayed in our life. Osaka Ukiyoe Ryokan felt like a home away from home and the owners (Ozaki and his family) made us feel like family. The rooms are charming and thoughtful and have everything one could want. We stayed in the Mt. Fuji room and thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to sleep on tatami mats. We also enjoyed the rare chance to try on samurai and traditional wedding attire (Irouchikake). The place is centrally located and very close to the train station and many eateries. We loved the neighborhood bakery (Utsubo Bakery Panena) so much we went twice! Although the inn is near the highway, it’s located on a quiet street. It’s very easy to get around the city from the inn. As mentioned above, Ozaki made us feel like family. During the trip, my husband got sick. Upon hearing, Ozaki went to the pharmacy and got him medicine without us asking. It was truly above and beyond and we were touched by his kindness. This place is one of the finest examples of Japanese hospitality and kindness and we wholeheartedly recommend Osaka Ukiyoe Ryokan!

Having to leave. We loved this place, no complaints!

The room was massive, in Japanese terms. It had an exceptional amount of amenities, that were unexpected. This included a washer/dryer combination machine, that in 170 minutes, while we are out touring, our clothes were fully washed. That was a huge surprise and benefit. There is a mini fridge, they provided two 2 liter water bottles, for our use over a two nights day. Plus the water is safe to drink from the tap. There is an elevator, it is small like most elevators here in Japan, but it was sufficient to get all of our luggage up in one trip. we stayed on the fourth floor, which was a beautiful looking room. This exceeded my expectations. I would definitely come back again. The host was very engaging, and provided a list of different things that can be done as well as restaurant recommendations. The hotel is located three minutes from a major metro station (Hommachi), which is very convenient to the Expo. It is also walking distance from their very fancy shopping area. It is a couple of stops away from Namba which is a very neat open food market area (Fukutarou for onokomiyaki). It’s probably a 45 minute walk to the castle, or a 15 minute train ride.

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My husband and I were a little apprehensive regarding staying at a Ryokan for the first time. We could not have imagined a more awesome experience! We were greeted by Ozaki (the owner) who was such a kind humble man. Even though we’ll arrive late in the evening he Proudly showed us through apartment and even greeted us with small gifts. The apartment was very comfy,immaculate with beautiful,traditional Japanese decor and all the conveniences that one would need to enjoy their stay.The location was central and metro right around the corner. Ozaki made our stay even more special by arranging a photo shoot in which we wore samurai and kimono garments from his private collection. The experience we had staying at Osaka Ukiyoe Ryokan was truly one of our favorite Japanese stays. We highly recommend staying there.

There was really nothing we did not like aboutthe stay. As I said, the apartment was immaculate, beautifully detailed with Japanese decor, safe and a pleasure to stay

A family party of 3(with our adult daughter). Our daughter visited Osaka 20 months ago. We all agree to service from his heart and will go extra thousand miles for his guest. 2. home away from home. 3. Ozaki San helped us reserve a restaurant in our list(usually a long waiting list) . We arrived in Japan during golden week & Expo in Osaka We stayed at world luxury hotels before, every service will have add on. He is full of local knowledge of Osaka and Nara- you will not be disappointed. I booked this place based on reviews, and feeling 110%. happy with this accommodation.

weather, on our last day it was raining, good job he took us to short cut to avoid to getting too wet

Host was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. He treated us like his friends/family and would go out of his way to make us feel comfortable. We came with a 8 month old baby and he welcomed us with little thoughtful gifts ( for us and the baby) to make our stay comfortable and memorable. We were unfortunately slightly sick when we arrived in Osaka and he made us feel very safe and offered us help. Beautiful Japanese style and spacious room with detailed and thoughtful amenities. Immaculately clean. Very close to subway and only two stops away from the bustly Namba station. Many convenient stores nearby. Washing machine combined with a dryer was so useful!

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