匠之宿深山櫻庵 Takumi No Yado Miyama Ouan

「The breakfast was copious and tasty - Japanese - and the restaurant, all in wood and nicely-appointed. Views onto greenery and mountains from both the restaurant and the bedrooms (significantly from the huge, private 'onsen-like' bath in the bedroom) were lush. Nothing but peaceful, natural scenery, which was relaxing. The rooms have separate living rooms and bedrooms and are nicely designed, leaning towards minimalism but not spartan. There is a lot of attention to detail everywhere in the hotel. It has many sitting areas and appreciated extras like complimentary coffee in yet another area with a view, complimentary milk near the public 'onsen', and free noodles late in the evening in the lobby area. Prior to Covid, in 2019, we had enjoyed a shuttle bus to Kamikochi, also complimentary. This year we took a bus from Hirayu Bus Station, a few minutes' walk away. Other pluses: private outside baths and good quality yukatas for loan.」

「It’s our second time staying at this ryokan. First was in winter in 2017 and this time in summer. We like the hida beef package and private onsen right in our own room. The location is really great as you can see the alps from this place.」

「Excellent services」

「They have two private bath, one needs to book the other does not; and one public open-air bath. The public one is the best in the hotel onsens I have been to in Japan.」