Harumiya Ryokan

8.9

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.9/10, based on 193 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Seifutei	9.1/10	203
🥈 2nd	Ookawaso	8.9/10	791
🥉 3rd	mt. inn(マウントイン）	8.9/10	237
4th	Harumiya Ryokan Current ryokan	8.9/10	193
5th	Kutsurogijyuku Shintaki	9.0/10	65
6th	Sansuiso Tsuchiyu Spa	8.9/10	105
7th	Iizaka Onsen Surikamitei Ohtori	8.8/10	227
8th	Aizu Higashiyama Onsen “Shosuke no Yado Takinoyu” since1880	8.7/10	3,925
9th	Kutsurogijuku Chiyotaki	8.7/10	900
10th	Kounkaku	8.8/10	65
11th	Harataki	8.6/10	1,239
12th	Tagoto	8.6/10	555
13th	Ryokan Tamagoyu	8.6/10	483
14th	Azumakan	8.6/10	312
15th	Yoshikawaya	8.8/10	42
16th	Konjakutei	8.6/10	189
17th	Marumine Kanko Hotel	8.5/10	2,582
18th	Kagetsu Highland Hotel, Takayu Onsen	8.5/10	1,081
19th	Eirakukan	8.5/10	793
20th	Spa Resort Hawaiians Monolith Tower	8.5/10	690
21st	Kashiwaya Ryokan	8.6/10	77
22nd	Moritaya	8.8/10	28
23rd	Hanakanzashi	8.6/10	47
24th	Irorinoyado Ashina	8.5/10	41
25th	Yamagataya	8.5/10	35
26th	Kyukamura Ura-Bandai	8.2/10	75
27th	New Ogiya	8.1/10	190
28th	Premium Suites “Hanare Matsushimakaku” Produced by Shousuke no Yado Takinoyu	8.0/10	73
29th	Spa Resort Hawaiians Hotel Hawaiians	7.9/10	1,291
30th	Onsenya Hirosuke Ryokan	7.5/10	7
31st	Shinobu Onsen Seishū	5.0/10	1
32nd	Shikibu no Yakata Izutsuya	6.8/10	3
33rd	Spa Resort Hawaiians VIR Port	7.8/10	74
34th	Ashinomaki Prince Hotel	7.8/10	250
35th	Isamiya, auberge du voyage et de la découverte	5.0/10	2
36th	Higashiyama Park Hotel Shinfugetsu	7.7/10	267
37th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Aizu	7.7/10	437
38th	Yutoriro Bandai Atami	7.6/10	312
39th	Villa Inawashiro	7.4/10	87
40th	Lake Side Hotel Minatoya	7.1/10	37
41st	Itoen Hotel Iizakakanouya	7.1/10	70
42nd	Aizu Higashiyama Onsen “Tsuki no Akari” self-service INN	6.5/10	56
43rd	Mori no RyoTei Mount Bandai	4.4/10	174

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Riverside Location Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town Private Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath

Location

960-2157 Fukushima, Fukushima, Tsuchiyuonsenmachi Suginoshita 72 , Japan

Staff 9,1/10

Facilities 8,8/10

Cleanliness 9,0/10

Comfort 8,8/10

Value for money 8,6/10

Location 8,5/10

Private Open-Air BathsMultiple reservable open-air baths make soaking feel quiet, personal, and easy for couples.

Natural Hot Spring WaterAll baths use natural Tsuchiyu Onsen water, a core draw for onsen-focused stays.

Rooms With BathsSome rooms include semi-open-air bath setups for extra privacy and flexibility.

Handmade Local CuisineThe inn highlights homemade regional dishes, adding a distinctly local dining experience.

Traditional Onsen AtmosphereSmall-scale setting and classic ryokan style suit travelers seeking a more authentic stay.

Tsuchiyu Onsen BaseWell placed for enjoying Fukushima City's Tsuchiyu Onsen area and hot spring town ambience.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsPrivate-bath relaxation is the strongest reason to stay here: arrive mid-afternoon, settle into baths before dinner, sleep early, enjoy breakfast, then walk the compact onsen town or add one nearby nature stop before moving on.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1–2 night onsen retreat in Tsuchiyu Onsen near Fukushima City, especially for travelers prioritizing private baths, quiet mountain atmosphere, and ryokan dining over dense sightseeing.

Know before booking

Thin sightseeing baseTsuchiyu Onsen supports a short scenic stay, but the immediate area is limited for multi-day urban-style sightseeing.

Bus transfer neededMost rail travelers still need a bus or taxi from Fukushima Station, so luggage-light planning works better.

Entrance can be confusingThe inn notes that the route to its parking and entrance is hard to understand in advance.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Ryokan meals served in-room for small parties or in a private dining room.

Menya Sasaki (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Casual ramen shop in the Tsuchiyu Onsen area.

Gensenyuan Moriyama (nearby)

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Cafe and sweets stop known for onsen eggs and pudding.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive at JR Fukushima Station, then continue by scheduled bus to Tsuchiyu Onsen or take a taxi if carrying luggage. Fukushima Airport can work, but it is usually less direct than reaching Fukushima Station first.

Fukushima Stationstation
14 kmSakaemachi, Fukushima, Fukushima Prefecture, Japanabout 30–40 min by car or taxiabout 40–50 min by bus to the Tsuchiyu Onsen area, then a short final walk
Best main rail gateway for most visitors, including Shinkansen arrivals from Tokyo and regional transfers.
Koriyama Stationstation
32 kmHiuchida, Ekimae, Koriyama, Fukushima Prefecture, Japanabout 55–75 min by car, traffic permittingtypically reach Fukushima Station first, then continue by bus or taxi
Secondary rail hub mainly useful when approaching via Fukushima Airport or some regional rail itineraries; less convenient than Fukushima Station for the final approach.
Tsuchiyu Onsen Bus Stopbus
200 mTsuchiyu Onsenmachi, Fukushima, Fukushima Prefecture, Japanabout 5–10 min on foot, depending on luggage and slopeabout 2–5 min by taxidirect bus stop for the onsen area
Most useful bus arrival point for travelers using public transport from Fukushima Station; practical if packing light.
Tsuchiyu Onsen Tourist Information Center Bus Areabus
240 m22-1 Aza-Shitanomachi, Tsuchiyu Onsenmachi, Fukushima, Fukushima Prefecture, Japanabout 5–10 min on footabout 2–5 min by taxiserved by buses for the Tsuchiyu Onsen district
Useful orientation point in the onsen town if you want local guidance before the short walk or taxi ride to the ryokan.
Fukushima Airportairport
52 kmKitasugama, Tamakawa, Ishikawa District, Fukushima Prefecture, Japanabout 80–100 min by car, depending on conditionsusually via airport bus to Koriyama Station, then rail to Fukushima Station, then bus or taxi onward
Useful only for travelers already flying into Fukushima; usually more cumbersome than arriving by rail via Fukushima Station.
Sendai Airportairport
73 kmShimomasuda, Natori, Miyagi Prefecture, Japanabout 90–120 min by car, depending on trafficairport rail to Sendai Station, Shinkansen to Fukushima Station, then bus or taxi onward
A practical airport option because onward rail links are strong; often more useful than Fukushima Airport for domestic and international connections.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Private baths without the usual booking stressThe ryokan offers multiple private baths, including open-air options, that guests can use when available without advance reservation. That makes it especially appealing for couples or travelers who prefer a more secluded onsen experience.
Many rooms include their own hot spring bathSeveral room types come with private open-air or semi-open-air baths fed by natural hot spring water. This is a strong advantage if you want to soak at your own pace without leaving your room.
Intimate scale with only 10 roomsWith just 10 rooms, the property feels quieter and less crowded than larger resort-style ryokans. Reviews also suggest guests often appreciate the calm atmosphere and limited contact with other parties.
Local Fukushima cuisine feels distinctiveMeals focus on handmade Japanese cooking using local ingredients, with regional touches such as Aizu horse sashimi and seasonal mountain vegetables. This gives the stay a stronger sense of place than a more standardized kaiseki menu.
Good fit for a scenic, slow stayThe setting by the stream and mountain scenery adds to the retreat-like mood, especially from bath areas and some guest rooms. It is well suited to travelers who want to stay in and enjoy the ryokan rather than rush through sightseeing.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Access is not especially convenient by public transportReaching the ryokan from JR Fukushima Station takes about 45 minutes by bus, so it is less convenient if you are carrying luggage or trying to keep transit simple. Travelers without a car may find arrival and departure a bit cumbersome.
Some rooms may feel exposed to neighboring construction impactThe ryokan has noted that rebuilding work at an adjacent inn affected certain Sakura building rooms and nearby bath areas, with possible noise during daytime hours. Even if the main work period has passed, this is a detail cautious travelers may want to confirm before booking.
Not ideal if you want lots of facilitiesThis is a compact traditional inn, not a large resort with lounges, spa programs, entertainment, or extensive public spaces. Guests looking for a broader hotel-style amenity set may find the experience intentionally minimal.
Bath style may not suit everyoneThe ryokan strongly emphasizes private bathing and in-room baths rather than a big communal onsen complex. If you specifically want expansive gender-separated public baths with multiple pools and sauna-style variety, this may feel limited.
Traditional meal style may be too specific for picky eatersThe food leans into regional Japanese cooking and seasonal ingredients rather than broad international choice. Travelers with narrow preferences or strong aversions to items like horse meat or mountain vegetables may enjoy the setting more than the dining.

Current position: 4th out of 43 ryokans in Fukushima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Seifutei	9.1/10	203
🥈 2nd	Ookawaso	8.9/10	791
🥉 3rd	mt. inn(マウントイン）	8.9/10	237
4th	Harumiya Ryokan Current ryokan	8.9/10	193
5th	Kutsurogijyuku Shintaki	9.0/10	65
6th	Sansuiso Tsuchiyu Spa	8.9/10	105
7th	Iizaka Onsen Surikamitei Ohtori	8.8/10	227
8th	Aizu Higashiyama Onsen “Shosuke no Yado Takinoyu” since1880	8.7/10	3,925
9th	Kutsurogijuku Chiyotaki	8.7/10	900
10th	Kounkaku	8.8/10	65
11th	Harataki	8.6/10	1,239