Great atmosphere, very relaxing- particularly the bathing/recreation area with massage chairs and the traditional ambience that runs through whole building. Easy to find- guesthouse staff collected us within 10 minutes of telephoning and returned us to Takayama. Fantastically friendly staff!

DB and RO
From England
Oct. '09
Stayed at Hida-Gassho-en, Gifu Prefecture.

We had a fantastic stay at Oishiya and enjoyed relaxing in the beautiful Japanese-style room overlooking the ocean. The staff picked us up from the JR station and a drop-off service is also available. The staff were very helpful and the private-onsens are great as you can use them with your husband/wife and they were free to use! The food was delicious and we highly recommend this hotel and the breakfast/dinner package as few restaurants are nearby.

R. Watson
From Perth, Australia
Feb. '10
We stayed at Oishiya, Mie Prefecture

Nice little village, beautiful landscape. About Seifu-so there's nothing more to say than perfect!!! The food was delicious, the rooms and the building itself are authentically Japanese and really beautiful. The hot spring was relaxing..... but above all the family and staff were so warmhearted, friendly and helpful. I've never stayed in such a great accommodation before. Thank you so much for everything!!!

D
From Germany
Dec.'09
Stayed at Seifu-so, Yudanaka Onsen, Nagano.

Thank you for the nicest welcome I have had from a hotel. The atmosphere of the hotel is so relaxed and firendly. My room was always made so beautiful and was very clean. I felt safe in the hotel and found the location was excellent. It was very easy to find the hotel and everyone was very helpful. It was the perfect stay!

M.O.
From England
Nov. '09
Stayed at Yamatoya Honten, Namba Dotombori, Osaka

Yamanouchi Town is located in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, which is home to the Jigokudani Yaen Park that is inhabited with world-famous wild monkeys called "Snow Monkeys." Why not stay in this vast and popular sightseeing area, full of nature and the pleasant atmosphere of onsen (hot springs)? EBESA offers great value with tours that let you see, experience and fully enjoy the traditional activities in three main areas -- Shiga Kogen, Yudanaka Shibu Onsen-kyo and Kita Shiga Kogen.
In the northern Nagano dialect, "EBESA" originally meant "Let's go."
Visit http://www.info-yamanouchi.net/english/ebesa-tour/index.html EBESA web site.

Love the room! Big and roomy. Value for money too! The view of the misty hillside from the outdoor onsen during morning was simple breathtaking!! The reception staff and parking attendant were very friendly and helpful.

C
From Singapore
Dec. '09
Stayed at Ogawaya, Gero Onsen Gifu Prefecture

The New Wakasa Hotel was an excellent introduction to Japanese style living for Australian visitors. The traditional style rooms were very well equipped and extremely comfortable, especially the futons. A highlight of our stay was the meals- the Japanese food was beautifully presented on the table, each night was different and it was delicious. The staff were very friendly even helping with origami. The hotel is well located very close to all of Nara's attractions and transport. A most memorable experience - thank you.

T.J.
From Melbourne, Australia
Oct. '09
Stayed at Hotel New Wakasa Nara City

The staff could not be more friendly and attentive. It made our stay relaxing and comfortable. They strived to help if we had any questions even though we only speak English. The room was beautiful and the general feeling was peaceful with the bonus of soaking in the baths. We would most definitely recommend to anybody visiting Japan.

Peregrine
From England
Oct. '09
Stayed at Benten-no Yado Itsukushima, Miyajima, Hiroshima Prefecture.

We enjoyed a wonderful stay. The hotel staff are very friendly and the food was delicious. The hotel has a very Japanese character in a beautiful location. All facilities are very good also.

Greg Sawers
From New Zealand
Sept. '09
Stayed at Gyokushoen Arai, Izu Peninshula, Shizuoka Pref.

We enjoyed very much. We were very pleased to find a hostess who speak good English. She was so kind and helpful.

Yves and Viviane Hemmendinger
From France
Nov. '09
Stayed at Hida-Gassho-en, Gifu Prefecture.

Very helpful staff and nice rooms. Only thing that is mentionable is the 12 o'clock curfew. I highly recommend this ryokan to anyone!

Martin
From Sweden
Aug. '09
Stayed at Kaneyoshi Ryokan, Namba Dotombori, Osaka.

Perfect location. Authentic hotel and township. Loved walking the streets. People were very helpful and nice. Private dinner was fantastic. Onsens were beautiful and enjoyed the kimono. Monkey park was extraordinary. Staff were lovely, pleasant, accommodating and attentive. I will come again.

Nick Goward
From Sydney, Australia
Dec.'09
Stayed at Shibu Hotel, Shibu Onsen near Jigokudani Yaen Koen (Monkey Park), Nagano Prefecture

TEST Entry for EBESA, Snow Monkey

EBESA, tours for the real Japan experience in northern Nagano - Yamanouchi (Yudanaka, Shibu and Shiga Kogen)
http://www.info-yamanouchi.net/english/ebesa-tour/index.html

Nice hotel in the Hasuike area, staff were excellent and very polite and friendly. Private onsens were great as was the public outdoor onsen. Good food and free internet access. Only 30 seconds from the nearest bus stop to get to from Shiga Kogen and the rest of the ski areas. Recommended!

M.W.
From Australia
Dec. '09
Stayed at Hotel Shirakabaso, Shiga Kogen, Nagano

I had an excellent stay at this hotel. From the moment I stepped into the ryokan it felt very friendly and comfortable. The staff were the most helpful staff I have ever met even going so far as to pick us up from the station and take our luggage. Oishiya is easy to find as it is situated just a few hundred meters away from the sea front. The food is AMAZING! I have never eaten so much food that is that delicious and you don't have to lift a finger. I will recommend Oishiya to everyone in England.

Lee Daniel
From England
Dec. '09
We stayed at Oishiya, Mie Prefecture

Wonderful ryokan run by a warm and friendly family. The place was very clean and charming. Taking a dip in the onsen made me feel like I was in heaven. I highly recommend this place.

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From U.S.A.
Dec.'09
Stayed at Seifu-so, Yudanaka Onsen, Nagano.

The hotel is very well located right near all the atractions such as Shinsaibashi and Namba. My personal favourite is Dotonbori street. It pays to get lost in the area with lots of cultural goods to discover. Single room is small but is a good Japanese experience. Would highly recommend.

Kevin Ong
From Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Sept. '09
Stayed at Yamatoya Honten, Namba Dotombori, Osaka

We really enjoyed the hot baths. Very good service. Great food. More information about the area would be appreciated. Perhaps some English sign showing the direction to the hotel.

J.E.
From Stockholm, Sweden
Sept. '09
Stayed at Gyokushoen Arai, Izu Peninshula, Shizuoka Pref.

We really liked the roof terrace with the city views, both day and night. The Japanaese style beds are a fun change from our normal bed and they are very comfortable. The toilet was fun with all the options! We felt safe here and the hotel was easy to find and in a good location for all the things we wanted to see. The staff are very polite, helpful and attentive, happy to answer any questions we had. We really enjoyed our stay in Nara and the Nara-deer are so lovely. Free internet in the lobby was a very useful service. Thank you- we enjoyed our stay.

Emma & Andrew
From Warwick, UK
July '09
Stayed at Hotel New Wakasa Nara City

Nice atmosphere and excellent Japanes food. Onsen with massage chair was really relaxing. We felt very safe and secure. Staff is attentive, very good and fluent in English.

Igor
From Madrid, Spain
May '09
Stayed at Benten-no Yado Itsukushima, Miyajima, Hiroshima Prefecture.