Ryokan Takahan
949-6101 Niigata, Yuzawa, Yuzawa 923 , Japan –
Takahan 3 stars
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David
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Winokada
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Khwanta
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Shih-chang
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Ginop
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Nayelli
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Zim
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Guy
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Yasunari Kawabata wrote his famous novel, Snow Country, in the Japanese rooms at Takahan. Offering hot-spring baths, Thai massages and karaoke, the ryokan is 5 minutes from Gala Yuzawa Train Station on the free shuttle.
Tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon beds create a traditional atmosphere in the rooms at Takahan Ryokan. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, and the attached bathroom comes with a bathtub.
Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort and Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort are both about a 5-minute walk away. Yuzawa Kogen Ropeway is about a 5-minute drive, and JR Echigo Yuzawa Station is 0.9 miles away. On-site parking is free.
Guests can enjoy the hot sauna or unwind in the massage chair at the relaxation room. Coin-operated laundry machines are provided, and the lobby has free Wi-Fi.
A Japanese breakfast and traditional multi-course kaiseki dinner are served at the dining room.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What is a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature public baths, multi-course dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travellers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation in therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the major differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is simply a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just an accommodation place to sleep. In Japan, many travellers journey long distances solely for the purpose of relaxing in a hot spring bath and feasting on a traditional multi-course dinner – thus making staying at a ryokan an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon beds, instead of Western beds and carpeting. In addition, you remove your shoes at the entrance of the accommodation, or before you enter the room. Modern ryokan may serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while a more traditional ryokan serves in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms may come with a private bathroom, while others will only have a shared public bathroom.
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- What is a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodied in beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Each of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multi-course Japanese dinner is prepared in such a way that highlights the unique textures, colours, and flavours of the featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Served most commonly at special restaurants and ryokan, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-sized appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What is a yukata?
- Yukata is a casual summer kimono typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans offer guests yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it is common to see guests strolling through the neighbourhood in their yukata. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for relaxing and sleeping in.
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- How to wear a yukata
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a shirt. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is levelled at your ankle. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What is a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally ‘hot spring’) is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- Bathing procedures and etiquette
- At a public bath – onsen or not – guests are expected to shed all their clothes in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you must not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among the youth of Japan, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you may still be refused admission to public baths and swimming pools. Small tattoos may be covered up using waterproof plasters, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Yuzawa! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
This property is also rated for the best value in Yuzawa! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.
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Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast info
Buffet
Good coffee!
Free private parking available on-site
Ski-to-door
Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Property surroundings
– Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!Closest landmarks *
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Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort2.2 miles
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Kagura Ski Resort7.2 miles
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Tanigawadake9.6 miles
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Hoshi Onsen Chojukan14.2 miles
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Takaragawa Onsen15.3 miles
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Urasa Station16.7 miles
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Kashozan Ryugein Miroku-ji Temple19.8 miles
Restaurants and markets *
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保よし Restaurant0.6 miles
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のぐちハーツ Supermarket0.9 miles
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水屋 Cafe/bar0.9 miles
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雪あかり Market4.7 miles
Natural beauty *
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ＧＡＬＡ湯沢スキー場 Ski lift0.5 miles
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魚野川 River1.9 miles
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大源太湖 Lake6.8 miles
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飯士山 Mountain8.1 miles
What travellers love about this location
“Location is great. The shuttle is available. Large room Japanese onsen and yukata traditional dress is perfect. Staffs are nice and helpful. ”
Thailand“Onsen. Buffet breakfast. Ambience. View. Staff. Location. Price.”
Australia“Interesting building, with a fascinating history, good size well laid out rooms, very helpful staff, good breakfast, very good location ”
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Facilities of Takahan Great facilities! Review score, 9.1
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Parking
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Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
- Wine glasses
- Children's high chair
- Cleaning products
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Washing Machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bedroom
- cribs
- Dressing Room
Bathroom
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Slippers
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush
- Toilet paper
- Linen
- Bath or Shower
- Shared Toilet
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- DVD Player
- Telephone
- TV
- Fax
Room Amenities
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Non-feather pillow
- Adapter
- Socket near the bed
- Yukata
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Accessibility
- Accessible by lift
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoors
- Garden
Wellness facilities
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Public Bath
- Hot spring bath
- Massage Additional charge
- Sauna
General
- Fan
- Iron
- Shuttle service
- Trash cans
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Shuttle service (free)
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Gift shop
- Safety deposit box
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Newspapers
- Safety Deposit Box
Food & Drink
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
Activities
- Movie nights
- Temporary art galleries
- Bikes available (free)
- Library
- Karaoke Additional charge
- Table tennis
- Skiing Off-site
View
- Mountain view
Ski
- Ski-to-door access
- Ski pass vendor
- Ski school Additional charge
- Ski storage
Reception services
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
- Books, DVDs, music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry Additional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 05:00
Children and beds
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 6 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
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Can use an extra bed
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¥2,200 per person, per night |
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Takahan accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
To use the free shuttle, call upon arriving at Gala Yuzaka Train Station. A free return transfer can be reserved at the front desk.
Please note that guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Please inform Takahan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
