This is definitely a traditional style inn, complete with traditional beds, very traditional bath, and a decent sized breakfast (which is decent if your usual breakfast isn't a Denny's grand slam size) . If you want a quiet place this is it. The directions are a little confusing to get there. Basically at Heian-Dori station exit via the elevator . Hang a right once you get off and it's straight ahead and you turn right at an alley just before the cosmetic store.

From U.S.A.
Aug. '10
Stayed at Ryokan Ichi-Fuji, Nagoya

Service was amazing and extremely helpful. We were very happy with the size of our room and the outlook onto the Japanese garden was very serene. Location is great - close to all onsen and right on the canal. We had a little trouble finding the guesthouse as we only had the name in English, but everyone we asked along the way was very helpful and friendly.

M.H.
From Sydney, Australia
Sept. '10
Stayed at Yamamotoya in Kinosaki Onsen, Hyogo Prefecture
http://www.kinosaki.com/en (English site launched in June 2010.)

The staff were very helpful when my internet didn't work. They offered me theirs and showed me an internet cafe up the road!

Lucy
From England
Aug. '10
Stayed at Yamatoya Honten, Namba Dotombori, Osaka

When we arrived, we were impressed with the front entrance. We were greeted by friendly staff in traditional dress. We felt very safe. We loved the snow monkeys and walking along the little street. It would be helpful to have staff who speak English, but it was ok. I wish I could speak more Japanese! The room was big and attractive. The view was good.

Shayne and Natasha
From Australia
Apr. '10
Stayed at Shibu Hotel, Shibu Onsen near Jigokudani Yaen Koen (Monkey Park), Nagano Prefecture

Bonapart Jan and Vrolyk Tamisie
From U.S.A.
Sept. '10
Stayed at Hotel New Wakasa Nara City