M.M. and V.V.
From France
Aug. '09
Stayed at Gyokushoen Arai, Izu Peninshula, Shizuoka Pref.

It is a very good hotel, very clean and very nice staff. The public bath is wonderful. From the JR Station it's easy to go there by bus but it's quite a long distance to walk. It is a short walk to the city center and to the park with the temple. We felt very much at home and want to stay there again whenever we return to Nara.

Joe & Irene
From Austria
July '09
Stayed at Hotel New Wakasa Nara City

This was a wonderful, family run ryokan. It is not a party place, but was instead very peaceful and relaxing. There was private onsen that could be used by anyone at any time. The only downside was that the shower was not in the bathroom but outside with the onsen. Since we had a hot-tub every night then showered right after, this did not really pose a problem. Wonderful place! I would stay there again and highly recommend it to anyone going to Yudanaka.

k
From Canada
Aug.'09
Stayed at Seifu-so, Yudanaka Onsen, Nagano.

Food was delicious-best in Japan. We enjoyed a good hike and the monkey park. Very helpful manager, good maps and information on hiking trails.

Randy Martinez
From U.S.A.
Oct. '09
Stayed at Hotel Shirakabaso, Shiga Kogen, Nagano