We had a relaxing stay at Yunoshimakan. It felt like an escape into the mountains, being perfectly situated just on the edge of town, but seemingly in its own world. Exploring this large traditional ryokan is an activity in itself. The outdoor onsen facilities were excellent. We could enjoy them even when it rained heavily, as they provided straw hats to serve as an umbrella of sorts. The kaiseki dinner and breakfast courses were thoroughly enjoyable. The dining hall provided nice views into the forest. The shuttle service to and from the train station was well appreciated. Will return again.

Stayed in March 2024

Not the fault of the hotel, but there was a very loud and annoying karaoke that echoed clearly up to the room from town at 10pm each night. It would have been nice to have been able to eat breakfast in the fresh air, or have a to-go option.

The building was beautiful, the surrounding forest and garden were beautiful, the views were stunning, and it was such a luxury to have our own onsen and access to the hotel baths as well. We were lucky to have good weather, and it was so comfortable to keep the large window open and have a fresh breeze through a screen whenever we liked. All the staff we met were friendly, welcoming, and eager to explain things even when we didn’t speak the same language. The vegetarian breakfast was delicious and filling, and the two mornings we were there they offered some variety.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing

Surrounded by nature, traditional, historic.

Stayed in April 2024

If you don't like a too old building and lacking of the facility. this is not the place for you. and also dining may not be up to expectations with the high price.

Depends on what you like about Onsen Hotel. It has a history with old-time vibe. The room is cozy. and the newer building also has an indoor bath. but old main building room has no indoor bath.

Stayed in April 2024

Not much. If I was to nitpick, I would mention the slightly aging carpets/decor.

Secluded location in the mountains, delicious food, and very friendly and attentive staff.

Stayed in April 2024

The JR line only goes out every 2 hours so if you miss it, you have a long wait at Nagoya Station.

The ryokan was huge and extremely spacious. Our private onsen in the room was so relaxing and exactly what i needed.

Stayed in April 2024

STUNNING. Right out of Spirited away, the onsens were beautiful we did the private onsens in the room as well as reserved one of the private ones downstairs. They were really wonderful. My husband did both of the public ones and said they were fully equipped and stunning. I did not see these as I do have tattoos. They did as if I could cover them so I think if you brought something to cover up (not bathing suits) you would be fine. They had a very convenient bus pick us up from the station and take us back. Dinner was huge and quite a stunning adventure as was breakfast?

Stayed in March 2024

The beautiful location in the woods (yet close to the city, 4~ mins). The spectacular labyrinth-like structure of the whole hotel that makes you want to explore it entirely (reminded us of The Shining hotel). They even have a gamified "quest" of collecting stamps in different parts of the building to make you visit memorable spots. The surprising victorian furniture of the Karaoke room and its very friendly employees, had a great night singing and drinking in there. The size of the room.

Stayed in March 2024

I guess the floor futon wasnt that comfortable to my back that's used to beds. But it was an experience.

Absolutely Stunning! From the building which is an old bath house from the 1930s! Which is also HUGE! Litterally i was lost a few times in it. And the natural landscape surrounding it. My room had a private bath which had a beautiful view as well it felt from a painting the dinner was top notch one of the best Ive ever had In japan beware tho it was a 14 course meal 🤣 I got full mid way. You need to starve yourself for days to be able to finish it. Lastly the Breakfast was average. I also liked that they have a shuttle from the station 👍

Stayed in April 2024

We liked everything. The room bath, the public baths, the foot bath, the staff, the garden, everything was perfect!! The room was very spacious, and the view… If you don’t book the dinner don’t worry, you will not be hungry as there is a small restaurant in the hotel with a few dishes (snacks) on the menu and it’s not as pricy as that fancy Japanese dinner (but it’s probably not as big either :D)

Stayed in March 2024

Going back in time

Stayed in March 2024

Our view was not as pictured. We could not see mountains only close by trees covering our view

Whole place was big and felt luxurious

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing! Loved it all!

This place is just so special. It was built in the 1930s and just has such a beautiful charm. From the moment you walk in you feel like you have stepped back in time. The building is older and rambling but it oozes charm and the staff are delightful. The food is amazing and each meal is such an adventure. All the staff were amazing but a special thank you to Meyu who was so wonderful and kind.

Stayed in March 2024

so cold in door，air conditioner doesn't working well

friendly staff

Stayed in March 2024

Excellent service. We had only breakfast here. The food served was not only a feast for the eyes but also for the palate.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Its history, and beautifully preserved elements such as the moonlight club, with its wonderful staff/bartenders

Stayed in March 2024

Absolutely wonderful. They treated us like special guests. The facility is really clean. The onsens are so nice and very hot. I felt so clean all the time. The breakfast/dinner package is worth it! Such great quality wagyu and dishes. A great overall experience.

Stayed in March 2024

I did get a bit lost in regards to the outdoors onsen, the sign posting was not clear and I couldnt take the map with me inside the onsen. While it was a steep walk there and back from the town, the view was gorgeous.

The room was big and clean. The friendliness of staff made me feel very welcome. I was able to get a massage and even though the person did not speak English, the print out sheet was easy to understand and we were able to communicate enough. The onsen was phenomenal.

Stayed in March 2024

none

Experience to remember

Stayed in February 2024

The check in process at the lobby was rather chaotic and messy, especially when the hotel shuttle bus brought in more than 20 people at a time.

The dinner was excellent. The Hida beef was fantastic. The private onsen in the hotel room was great. The Futon beds were comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel shuttle bus was convenient.

Stayed in February 2024

Breakfast - it didn't feel fresh, and I had diarrhea after it.

Train shuttle provided Room was nice Good service Lots of facilities Quiet location

Stayed in January 2024

The hotel is quite large and it can be hard to navigate your way from room to public bath. It took at least ten minutes from door to door. Service was good but, being such a large place, a but impersonal.

Yunoshimakan is an historic property on the hillside above Gero Onsen town. It's split into two main buildings and it seems that rooms vary. I enjoyed my room, with onsen bathtub inside the bathroom but it had a slight view of the hillside below. Food was served in the room and the staff serving me was lovely. I thought the special fruit liquor tasting set was a great accompaniment to my meal. The footbath on the property was a fun touch and the front gardens were beautiful with the changing leaves.

Stayed in November 2023

That we only stayed two nights :(

The private indoor hot spring was a great touch, but the open-air onsen was truly on another level. I want my wife to give birth there but the baby probably wouldn't like that, and neither would the newborn

Stayed in February 2024

I have absolutely no complains.

The stations is relatively far form the hotel, but they offer a transfer for free, at several times a day. The hotel is awesome, the view is beautiful from all facilites and the room. The public onsen DOES accept people with tattoos, is very clean, theres an inside and outside option, with space to take a shower before, and includes shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, fece toner and lotion, hair drier... All the employees are very polite and helpful, and all the processes, like serving the diner in the room and disposing the traditional beds are done by traditional Japanese protocol.

Stayed in January 2024