Excellent experience at a traditional ryokan! I gave 4/5 stars for location because there are no particular views (it's right in the middle of the town), but the other features more than compensate for this. All the staff we met were very courteous and professional. Meals were traditional and introduced us to many interesting dishes. Onsens were small but since this hotel only has eight room, they are never crowded. Also the onsens are open through the night which I especially appreciated.
Quiet onsen town. Hotel offers free pick up and drop off service but need to call them in advance to arrange.
Hotel room is big and quiet. Room has mountain and river view. Lovely natural spring onsen. One of the best onsens we have had in Japan.
It's a Showa-era building, so it was nice to have a Showa-style presentation.
Cleaning was also done properly. The hot springs are quite large, have a slight sulfur smell, and the temperature is just right, not too hot.
The food was very delicious.
I would like to come again.