Ryokan Takahan
949-6101 Niigata, Yuzawa, Yuzawa 923 , Japan – Great location - show map
The staff was very nice and accommodating especially for picking us up from and to the train station.
Hong KongThe staff are so helpful. They went out of their way to send and pick us to Gala Ski resorts even though it’s not their job to do so.. hot spring is great too.
Hong KongInteresting building, with a fascinating history, good size well laid out rooms, very helpful staff, good breakfast, very good location
United KingdomExcellent from the minute we walked in the door. So friendly and welcoming.
AustraliaFriendly staff, convenient for skiing. Traditional Japanese experience.
Hong Kongexcellent , professional , helpful and friendly staff.
ThailandLocation is great. The shuttle is available. Large room Japanese onsen and yukata traditional dress is perfect. Staffs are nice and helpful.
ThailandMost famous and historical hot spring ryokan(Japanese hotel) in this area. Nobel prize owner Kawabata Yasunari(川端康成/かわばたやすなり）did his famous Snow Country(Yukiguri) in this hotel. Hotel hosts some events to introduce their culture to visitors. It was pounding Japanese rice cake (mochi) the night we stayed. Surprising delicious, one of the best fillings I have ever had. First floor (2nd floor for visitors) has a spacious library. They play free movie every night too.
TaiwanOnsen. Buffet breakfast. Ambience. View. Staff. Location. Price.
AustraliaThey are very nice people and it’s perfect place to relax and enjoy onsen
Mexico
Takahan
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Jessica
Hong Kong
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Chen
Hong Kong
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David
United Kingdom
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Melanie
Australia
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Johndhk
Hong Kong
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Winokada
Thailand
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Khwanta
Thailand
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Shih-chang
Taiwan
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Ginop
Australia
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Nayelli
Mexico
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.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast info
Buffet
Free private parking available on-site
Ski-to-door
Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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See what guests loved the most:
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Jessica
Hong Kong“The staff was very nice and accommodating especially for picking us up from and to the train station.”
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Chen
Hong Kong
“The staff are so helpful. They went out of their way to send and pick us to Gala Ski resorts even though it’s not their job to do so.. hot spring is great too.”
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David
United Kingdom“Interesting building, with a fascinating history, good size well laid out rooms, very helpful staff, good breakfast, very good location ”
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Melanie
Australia“Excellent from the minute we walked in the door. So friendly and welcoming.”
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Johndhk
Hong Kong
“Friendly staff, convenient for skiing. Traditional Japanese experience.”
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Winokada
Thailand“excellent , professional , helpful and friendly staff.”
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Khwanta
Thailand
“Location is great. The shuttle is available. Large room Japanese onsen and yukata traditional dress is perfect. Staffs are nice and helpful. ”
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Shih-chang
Taiwan“Most famous and historical hot spring ryokan(Japanese hotel) in this area. Nobel prize owner Kawabata Yasunari(川端康成/かわばたやすなり）did his famous Snow Country(Yukiguri) in this hotel. Hotel hosts some events to introduce their culture to visitors. It was pounding Japanese rice cake (mochi) the night we stayed. Surprising delicious, one of the best fillings I have ever had. First floor (2nd floor for visitors) has a spacious library. They play free movie every night too.” Read more
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Ginop
Australia
“Onsen. Buffet breakfast. Ambience. View. Staff. Location. Price.”
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Nayelli
Mexico“They are very nice people and it’s perfect place to relax and enjoy onsen ”
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Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort0.2 miles
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Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort2.2 miles
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Iwappara Ski Resort2.4 miles
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Maiko Snow Resort2.8 miles
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Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort6 miles
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Kagura Ski Resort7.2 miles
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Tanigawadake9.6 miles
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Naeba Ski Resort10.7 miles
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Restaurant 保よし0.6 miles
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Cafe/bar 水屋0.9 miles
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River 魚野川1.9 miles
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Lake 大源太湖6.8 miles
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Mountain 飯士山8.1 miles
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ＧＡＬＡ湯沢スキー場0.5 miles
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Train Echigo-Yuzawa Station0.9 miles
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Facilities of Takahan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2
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Parking
- Street parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
- Children's high chair
- Cleaning products
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bedroom
- Linen
- Dressing room
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Shared toilet
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- DVD player
- Fax
- Telephone
- TV
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoors
- Garden
General
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Shuttle service (free)
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Gift shop
- Lift
- Heating
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Newspapers
- Air conditioning
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
- Massage chair
- Full body massage Additional charge
- Public Bath
- Hot spring bath
- Bikes available (free)
- Sauna
- Library
- Karaoke Additional charge
- Table tennis
- Massage Additional charge
- Skiing Off-site
- Sauna
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
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel
Sustainable initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel:
- Bicycle rental
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
Child policies
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.
Cot and extra bed policies
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Extra bed upon request
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¥2,200 per person, per night |
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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.
The fine print
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.
FAQs about Takahan
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Yes, Takahan is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Takahan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Massage
- Skiing
- Library
- Table tennis
- Karaoke
- Public Bath
- Bikes available (free)
- Movie nights
- Hot spring bath
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Temporary art galleries
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The prices at Takahan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Takahan include:
- Family
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Check-in at Takahan is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Takahan (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private parking
- Street parking
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Guests staying at Takahan can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Takahan by:
- Bus 2h
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Takahan is 1.4 miles from the centre of Yuzawa.
