Name: Takaragawa Onsen Ousenkaku
Address: 379-1721 Gunma, Minakami, Fujiwara 1899, Japan, Fujiwara 1899, Gunma, 379-1721, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $131 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.3

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Takaragawa Onsen Ousenkaku

379-1721 Gunma, Minakami, Fujiwara 1899, Japan –

*9.0* Takaragawa Onsen: only 1 minute away! (200 feet by foot)

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- Amazing dinner and breakfast (very typical, buffet, so you can try all different type of food) - Unique experience in Yukata - Traditional room with tatami and futon - Beautiful Onsen inside the nature - Very good shuttle from Jomo Kogen station (ask them when you book to be picked up)

Loredana, Italy

The buffet was delicious, with great variety dishes to try!! The perfect moment to go to the pools is at night. It`s just wonderfull. It makes you feel a true japanese experience, from the yukata to the dorms. The mixed pools it's a great idea to go with friends and couple.

Gonzalo, Spain

Onsen was an amazing experience. I would go back in a heart beat

Esther, Ireland

Located in a remote valley, getting there is still easy with the shuttle service of the onsen. The outdoor pools are beautiful, and despite the bit outdated facilities of the onsen, this is a perfect opportunity to get a sense of Japanese bath culture. Rooms are great!

Ágnes, Hungary

A beautiful place. The onsen on the side of the river is really wonderful, and especially at night the scene looks magical. Staff are pleasant and friendly. For dinner I opted for the Kaiseki style multi-course dinner which was good. If you do not like fish you may not enjoy it. I have had better, but I think the price/value ratio was good here. Rooms are basic, but very clean and comfortable for a night. The baths themselves are well maintained, and clean. Logistics: book the complimentary shuttle bus, transfer was pleasant and driver was very friendly.

Andrew, Switzerland

The property meet you at the train station which is a 40 minute drive away, it is set in beautiful countryside. The staff are very accommodating, although most of them don’t speak much English - they do try though. The outside onsen facilities are stunning and so relaxing. This is what makes it worth the money. Food quite good. Women are given something to wear in the mixed onsen. Rooms are spacious, staff come in to make the bed while you’re making dinner.

Andrea, Spain

Great onsen, great location in the mountains, real culture dip in the Japanese lifestyle

Baukis, Belgium

Food was very authentic to Japan. Buffet dinner very good with a lot of choices. Drive from train station was long but beautiful. Hotel provided a free shuttle but be careful to arrive at correct time to be picked up.

Bonita, United States of America

A fascinating experience. The ryokan stays right on the river gorge - you literally hear the fierce waves battering through the stones all night through. The onsens are outdoors and are spectacular, hidden between the stones, statues and all sorts of greenery. The dinner takes no prisoners - there are so many diverse, meticulously prepared Japanese delicacies (from sashimi and tempura to curry, pickles, hot pot) that after it you will probably have to roll yourself back to the futon in your room. The best way to reach Takaragawa Onsen is to take the Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo station towards Jomo-Kogen (1h). The Takaragawa staff arrange free shuttle two times a day from the Jomo-Kogen station, their bus takes 45 min, you need to tell them in advance so they can plan numbers. A once in a lifetime adventure.

Paolo, United Kingdom

The open air onsen is great! Although there are some areas we were not happy with, the onsen made the hotel worth to stay.

Chuyi, Singapore

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One of our top picks in Minakami.Boasting hot spring baths in a spectacular outdoor setting by Takaragawa River, Japanese-style hotel Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku is a 10-minute drive from Hodaigi Ski Resort. It offers free Wi-Fi at the lobby and a free station transfer.

Rooms feature a serene Japanese interior with a tatami (woven-straw) floor, a TV and shoji sliding screens, which open to a relaxing seating area. Guests sleep in comfortable futon bedding, while amenities include yukata robes, a washstand and an attached toilet. Bathroom facilities are shared.

Guests can relax in an indoor or outdoor public hot spring bath, unwind with a massage or browse the souvenir shop. Hotel Osenkaku Takaragawa provides a free shuttle once a day to/from Jomo-Kogen Station, a 50-minute drive away, and JR Minakami Station, a 35-minute drive away.

A Japanese or Western breakfast is served in the dining room every morning. A kaiseki multi-course dinner or a Japanese and Western buffet dinner is served. Kaiseki multi-course meals and buffet dinners are offered in the dining room.

The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Hodaigi Ski Resort and Minakami Kogen Fujiwara Ski Resort. Okutone Snow Park is a 25-minute drive and Sudagai Dam is a 15-minute drive away.

This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more

What's a ryokan?

A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse 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 travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?

Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
What's a kaiseki meal?

Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
What's a yukata?

A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
How should I wear a yukata?

First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. 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 level at your ankles. 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.
What's 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.
What's standard bathing etiquette?

At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing 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 should not put towels in the water.
Why are tattoos not allowed?

While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Minakami! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Start of dialog content Room Size 140 ft² Rooms come with tatami-mat flooring (woven straw), shoji sliding screens and traditional futon bedding. A seating area and Yukata robes are included in each room. Room Facilities: • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Heating • Electric kettle • River view Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content Room Size 107 ft² Rooms come with tatami-mat flooring (woven straw), shoji sliding screens and traditional futon bedding. A seating area and Yukata robes are included in each room. Room Facilities: • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Heating • Shared toilet • Electric kettle • River view Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content Room Size 142 ft² This quadruple corner room located in the main building features a river view, has an electric kettle, seating area and air conditioning. Room Facilities: • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Sitting area • Toilet • Heating • Electric kettle • River view Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Takaragawa Onsen
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Tanbara Ski Park
5.1 miles
Kawaba Resort
6.4 miles
Kashozan Ryugein Miroku-ji Temple
6.7 miles
Tanigawadake
7.5 miles
Jomo Kogen Station
11.4 miles
Den-en Plaza Kawaba
11.6 miles
Iwappara Ski Area
12.9 miles
Hoshi Onsen Chojukan
14 miles
Lockheart Castle
15.2 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Amazing location and views. The traditional tatami matted rooms were a big plus. The onsens on-site and attached were a huge plus. Amazing dinner and very good breakfast. Staff where very helpful and respectful. This is truly a gem, though I will admit we're a bit biased now that we got engaged at this hotel. It will always be in our hearts.”

Matthew

United States of America

“The location is amazing! The site is nestled between hills with the river babbling through the property and alongside many of the onsens. The staff were attentive and did their best to answer any questions we had about the dinner that was provided. Everything we needed was provided and the living spaces were very cozy!”

Erinn

United States of America

“We loved the staff and onsens. The scenery was so beautiful and the onsens were perfect. The staff were both funny and friendly with us, and made us feel very at home and comfortable. Food was delicious and the staff that brought in the food and set up the futons made small talk with us and definitely added to the great experience we had.”

Matthew

United States of America

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Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

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Pets are not allowed.

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The Fine Print

To use the hotel's daily free shuttle, please make a reservation at the time of booking. Please note that departure times may vary depending on the season. Please contact the property for further details.
- From Joetsu Shinkansen Jomo-Kogen Station to the hotel: 13:00 and 15:00
- From JR Joetsu Line Minakami Station to the hotel: 15:00
- From the hotel to JR Minakami Station and Jomo-Kogen Station: 09:40 (09:30 from December to March)

Please note that there are no dining options near the hotel.

Guests without a dinner plan: To have dinner at the hotel, please make a reservation at least a day in advance. The hotel's contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.

Dinner is served between 18:00 and 20:00.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

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Reviewed: August 15, 2018

Loredana
Italy
7.5

“Great experience but could really improve”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room with Private Bathroom and Toilet - East Building River View
- • Stayed 1 night
눉- Staff should explain what guests were doing and all traditions. For example, it would be nice if they explain how to wear a Yukata and why, how to cook meat at dinner (each table had a fireplace to cook own meal, plus buffet), or the aim of the Onsen for Japanese people. - Very old room, especially bathroom. - Onsen is nice for nature but in same place was careless and seems abandoned
눇- Amazing dinner and breakfast (very typical, buffet, so you can try all different type of food) - Unique experience in Yukata - Traditional room with tatami and futon - Beautiful Onsen inside the nature - Very good shuttle from Jomo Kogen station (ask them when you book to be picked up)

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 15, 2018

Gonzalo
Spain
9.6

“A true Japanese experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
눉An advice to new travelers. Beware with the horseflys during the day at the pools
눇The buffet was delicious, with great variety dishes to try!! The perfect moment to go to the pools is at night. It`s just wonderfull. It makes you feel a true japanese experience, from the yukata to the dorms. The mixed pools it's a great idea to go with friends and couple.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 11, 2018

Alex
Japan
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉My husband and I have been here many times but in the last two years we have noticed a big decline in cleanliness and the quality of the food and rooms. It’s starting to look shabby. And the food is not what it use to be. This time too the outside pools were not hot.
눇As always the location of this place is amazing.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 10, 2018

Esther
Ireland
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room with Private Bathroom and Toilet - East Building River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉In room shower facilities were a little dated but didn’t take from the over all experience of the stay.
눇Onsen was an amazing experience. I would go back in a heart beat

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: July 24, 2018

Ágnes
Hungary
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Economy Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
눇Located in a remote valley, getting there is still easy with the shuttle service of the onsen. The outdoor pools are beautiful, and despite the bit outdated facilities of the onsen, this is a perfect opportunity to get a sense of Japanese bath culture. Rooms are great!

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 23, 2018

Andrew
Switzerland

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Japanese-Style Room with Private Bathroom and Toilet - East Building River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇A beautiful place. The onsen on the side of the river is really wonderful, and especially at night the scene looks magical. Staff are pleasant and friendly. For dinner I opted for the Kaiseki style multi-course dinner which was good. If you do not like fish you may not enjoy it. I have had better, but I think the price/value ratio was good here. Rooms are basic, but very clean and comfortable for a night. The baths themselves are well maintained, and clean. Logistics: book the complimentary shuttle bus, transfer was pleasant and driver was very friendly.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 20, 2018

Andrea
Spain

1 helpful vote
8.3

“Stunning outside onsen”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The rooms are a little tatty but the “rustic” look is in part the charm of the property. But don’t expect a luxury accommodation. Some find the tatami mat too hard for sleeping, but was worth trying it.
눇The property meet you at the train station which is a 40 minute drive away, it is set in beautiful countryside. The staff are very accommodating, although most of them don’t speak much English - they do try though. The outside onsen facilities are stunning and so relaxing. This is what makes it worth the money. Food quite good. Women are given something to wear in the mixed onsen. Rooms are spacious, staff come in to make the bed while you’re making dinner.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 18, 2018

Anonymous
Thailand
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Superior Room with Private Bathroom and Toilet - East Building River View
- • Stayed 1 night
눇outdoor onsen is really great. Nice & good view.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 14, 2018

Baukis
Belgium

2 helpful votes
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Economy Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Ryokan style room was very nice but matress was really thin so you had the feeling of lying on the real floor, not really comfortable what made the experience quit expensive
눇Great onsen, great location in the mountains, real culture dip in the Japanese lifestyle

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 10, 2018

Bonita
United States of America
6.3

“Wouldn't return, but would try the experience again in a different location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Room Selected at Check-In - River View
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Fairly expensive for the amenities provided. Rooms were large, but the layout of the building was very confusing. Public bath was outside in a hot spring and would have been difficult to access if one was elderly or handicapped.
눇Food was very authentic to Japan. Buffet dinner very good with a lot of choices. Drive from train station was long but beautiful. Hotel provided a free shuttle but be careful to arrive at correct time to be picked up.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 8, 2018

Paolo
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
10

“Fabulous experience with a spectacular onsen and delicious food”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇A fascinating experience. The ryokan stays right on the river gorge - you literally hear the fierce waves battering through the stones all night through. The onsens are outdoors and are spectacular, hidden between the stones, statues and all sorts of greenery. The dinner takes no prisoners - there are so many diverse, meticulously prepared Japanese delicacies (from sashimi and tempura to curry, pickles, hot pot) that after it you will probably have to roll yourself back to the futon in your room. The best way to reach Takaragawa Onsen is to take the Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo station towards Jomo-Kogen (1h). The Takaragawa staff arrange free shuttle two times a day from the Jomo-Kogen station, their bus takes 45 min, you need to tell them in advance so they can plan numbers. A once in a lifetime adventure.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: June 21, 2018

Chuyi
Singapore

3 helpful votes
7.1

“Love the onsen”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
눉The staffs are not as friendly as those from other hotels. The facilities are quite old, it was really noisy when we heard someone talking when we were sleeping. During dinner time, it seems that all foreigners' tables are near the door of the restaurant and the local guests sit at inner part of the restaurant. Not sure whether they arranged the guests' tables according to room price or nationality.
눇The open air onsen is great! Although there are some areas we were not happy with, the onsen made the hotel worth to stay.

Stayed in June 2018
Reviewed: June 21, 2018

Shana
United Kingdom
Age group: 25 – 34
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Japanese-Style Economy Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Mould on hallway ceiling Stains on walls Tape on bedroom ceiling The food from the buffet tasted very meh. Everything looks good though
눇Good experience Great onsen Good and friendly staff English speaking staff Buffet dinner and breakfast - lots of variety

Stayed in June 2018
Reviewed: June 10, 2018

Valeria
United Kingdom
9.6

“Excellent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Japanese-Style Economy Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉No everything was very cleaned
눇 location, food, staff, my room was in front of the river.

Stayed in June 2018
Reviewed: June 6, 2018

Dewi
Indonesia
9.6

“Superb nature surrounding and the onsen is wonderful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Japanese-Style Superior Room with Private Bathroom and Toilet - East Building River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The bath room and not enough English words beside Japanese
눇The nature is so beautiful and the food is excellent, I definetely come back again and again in another season of time🙏👍

Stayed in June 2018

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