We didn't have an en-suite, which I didn't expect for a Ryokan, so that was not an expectation, but just something I would prefer. it was our first experience of a Ryokan. The share wash basin is out in the open so no privacy at all.

Location was the best feature, being next to the lake and offering a good view of Mt Fuji from the rooftop.

Stayed in April 2024

The location was perfect for seeing Mount Fuji, we enjoyed experiencing the traditional tatami mat rooms, and the freshly cooked traditional Japanese breakfast was delicious!

Stayed in March 2024

This is a traditional, simple ryokan, located along the lake, about 25 minutes walk from the station. They offer transport to the station the morning you leave but not pick up. The walk, however it's absolutely gorgeous if you don't have much luggage. We stayed in the Japanese style room with tatami and had a perfect wiew of mt Fuji from our window. The toilet was located outside the room but it was close and very clean. The Japanese breakfast in the morning was scrumptious. And, though we didn't have dinner included, there are a few restaurants nearby and facilities to worm up food and eat it in the room.

Stayed in March 2024

Shared toilet and wash area was in the middle of the building so quite public…if the guests have manners then it’s not an big deal

Basic rooms as expected from A ryokan - big, comfy and clean rooms and facilities with a great onsen on site. Staff was welcoming on arrival and departure, supplied Yukatas in the rooms. Weather was foggy so didn’t get to see the view. Excellent organic Japanese breakfast

Stayed in April 2024

Nice

Stayed in March 2024

Nil

Clean, and ideal location, friendly owner

Stayed in March 2024

Great view of the lake and fuji from the terrace. My room also had a nice view of Fuji. About 15 mins or so by bus from the main station. You can take the red sightseeing bus, and get off a few stops in, short walk from there to the Ryokan.

Stayed in March 2024

Very close to the Kawaguchiko Lake Bridge, convenience spot to see the fireworks. Close to a sightseeing bus stop. On the roof terrace there is a great view to see the Fuji Mountain.

Stayed in February 2024

Should have a clear instruction on how to pass any note to the owner (e.g. my message leave on the main dining hall's door -- about I would come back later for the next day's breakfast because of sunrise viewing in the park -- was not read by the owner/kitchen in time because the staff only use the side door to the dining hall, not the main door, so not seeing the note, and resulting a lukewarm dish for my breakfast on that day).

Stayed in December 2023

Beautiful location, very friendly staff (although they didn't speak English) and great facilities. The onsen is HOT. It's amazing! Free coffee and tea as well. The location is about 5 minutes from the fireworks show in winter, perfect. There also is a free shuttle bus service to the station, but you could also easily walk it.

Stayed in February 2024

I stayed on the 2nd floor. In the morning you could hear a lot of footsteps from walking across the wooden floor. Staffs can't communicate much in English.

- Rooftop view that you can see Fuji mount so clear. - morning breakfast that is so good. - service from the family of the owner

Stayed in January 2024

You have to walk outside your room to use the toilet, otherwise, it is a great ryokan experience.

The breakfast was good, with the price we pay, we got a lot of variety, typical Japanese breakfast. Very impressed by the little plates they used for each dish. Our favourite is the omelette dish, after you consumed the food, the reflection of the Mt. Fuji dramatically appeared in the plate. Service was excellent, appreciated the kindness and thoughtfulness of the owner, he did everything by himself. The dining area was spacious and we always meet different international travellers in the breakfast room, a lot of interesting conversations. Good onsen, and you can see Mt. Fuji on the toproof if weather permits. It is the Japanese style tatami, an unique experience.

Stayed in November 2023

It was a bit cold in the common areas.

The breakfast was amazing. Also the location, with sight to mount Fuji and the lake, was great. The staff were very kind.

Stayed in December 2023

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room with beautiful lake view, delicious breakfast

Stayed in November 2023

NIL

Great location is just Infront of Lake Kawaguchi. Small Ryokan with very nice Mt Fuji view from rooftop. Great breakfast traditional Japanese set provided by friendly owner. and have free tea pack and coffee in front of the desk as well. Our room is triple room, there was share toilet and hot springs, all facilities is well prepared for us all the time. Hot spring with share bathroom at ground floor, very clean and they hot spring is really nice! enjoyable. Strongly recommended for families with kids, they will really enjoy and experience the difference between Hotel and Ryokan.

Stayed in November 2023

Old facility.

The terrace has a great view of Fuji mountain! Staff are kind and nice but not good at english. They offer a drop-off to the station when check out,and that was very helpful.

Stayed in November 2023

There was no bus to town since Taxi in Japan was very expensive.

The location was an excellent for viewing the Mount Fuji. The owner was really nice even though he did not understand much English; but, we communicated through Booking message center what we need.

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing in particular

Tranquil and have a good view of both Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. Pick up provided at check-in time, but have to call them. The staff only speak Japanese.

Stayed in October 2023

Staff are quite friendly and helped us to send our luggage to our next hotel. The breakfast has a lot of variety and quite nice. The whole fish with bone is a bit challenging for people who never had fish with bone before but it’s manageable. Futon is a bit difficult for people who doesn’t like very hard bed, but the room is clean and nice. In the roof we can see very good Mt Fuji view. From the window we have the lake view as well, which is really awesome. It’s about 30 mins walk from KAWAGUCHIKO station. They have shuttle as well, which is quite useful. Onset is quite nice. A bit difficult to get used to share the bathroom though. So I recommend to go at 10:00pm ish then probably don’t have to share it with other people.

Stayed in October 2023

The room was quite drafty in October and the heater took quite a while to warm up the room. The staff spoke very little English and we had minimal interaction with them but they seemed pleasant. Sheets on the comforters had stains but I'm sure they would have changed them if we had asked.

You can't beat the view of Mt Fuji from the rooftop terrace! The onsen was a peaceful way to start the day and you can use it as a family. The traditional Japanese breakfast was varied, with lots of delicious food.

Stayed in October 2023

This Ryokan was comfortable to stay at. PSA to those not aware, the showers are communal.

Stayed in September 2023

Not the best connection to public transport and a little far away from the train station (20min walk)

Exceptional breakfast and view from the rooftop. Room was nice but not the coziest - it could use a lamp for indirect lighting. Super nice host, would recommend.

Stayed in September 2023

That you had to make you’re own bed up

The view of Fuji was amazing

Stayed in October 2023

Walked from station and it was very hot.

Big size room and delicious vegetarian breakfast

Stayed in September 2023