Nanpeidai Onsen Hotel

8.3

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.3/10, based on 153 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Iizukatei	9.5/10	121
🥈 2nd	Nikko Senhime Monogatari	9.2/10	594
🥉 3rd	Yurara Marukyō, Kinugawa Onsen	9.2/10	216
4th	Hatago Nagomi	9.1/10	1,363
5th	Kinugawa Onsen Sanraku	9.1/10	313
6th	Honke Bankyu	9.2/10	120
7th	Shelter Garden Nikko	9.2/10	113
8th	Minshuku Fukufuji	9.4/10	47
9th	Shiunso	9.1/10	113
10th	Nikko Hoshino Yado	9.0/10	177
11th	Kinugawa Onsen Hotel	8.9/10	1,167
12th	Itamuro Onsen Daikokuya	9.1/10	79
13th	Hana to Hana	8.9/10	423
14th	Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel	8.8/10	1,983
15th	Hacho no Yu	8.8/10	548
16th	Kanaya Hotel Kinugawa	8.8/10	230
17th	Yumoto Itaya	8.8/10	213
18th	Hotel Seikoen	8.8/10	175
19th	Yunomori, Okunikko Yumoto Onsen	9.2/10	29
20th	Nikko Kanaya Hotel	8.7/10	1,109
21st	Hotel Harumoto	8.8/10	110
22nd	Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto	8.7/10	296
23rd	Nasu Onsen Sanraku	8.7/10	176
24th	Sansuikaku, auberge des hauts plateaux de Nasu	8.9/10	41
25th	Isamikan	8.7/10	112
26th	Chuzenji Pension	8.7/10	104
27th	Tsuganoki	8.7/10	96
28th	Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki	8.5/10	1,404
29th	Ashionoyado Kajika	8.6/10	80
30th	Nasu-Onsen Shinshun no Kago Hewitt Resort	8.7/10	33
31st	Hotel Shirakawa Yunokura	8.4/10	321
32nd	Oyado Ichifuji	8.4/10	98
33rd	Jizaiso	8.6/10	24
34th	TAOYA Nasu Shiobara	8.3/10	689
35th	Nasushiobara Masudaya	8.5/10	28
36th	Nikko Tokanso	8.3/10	159
37th	Nanpeidai Onsen Hotel Current ryokan	8.3/10	153
38th	Kouunsou	8.6/10	17
39th	Hotel Shikisai	8.2/10	1,833
40th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Kinugawa Kanko Hotel	8.2/10	516
41st	Sakahijiri Nikko	8.2/10	200
42nd	Kinugawa Park Hotels	8.2/10	187
43rd	Nasu Muku no Ne	8.9/10	6
44th	Issinkan	8.2/10	99
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Premier Shiobara	8.1/10	1,280
46th	KAMENOI HOTEL Okunikko	8.1/10	651
47th	Kinugawa Onsen Hana no Yado Matsuya	8.1/10	266
48th	Yama no Ie	8.1/10	111
49th	Tokiwa Ryokan	8.1/10	67
50th	森のうた Morinouta Forest Stay in Nikko	8.1/10	67
51st	Hotel Yunishigawa	8.0/10	1,188
52nd	Gensenkan	8.0/10	623
53rd	Pension Balmy	7.9/10	8
54th	YU-FURI Nasu-Takao Onsen Lodge	7.9/10	14
55th	Banshō Nasu-Shiobara	7.1/10	1
56th	Nasu Hoshi no Akari	7.9/10	110
57th	Hotel New Momiji	7.9/10	584
58th	Bettei Nakanoya	5.0/10	1
59th	Yutorelo Nasushiobara	7.8/10	1,814
60th	KAMENOI HOTEL Nikko Yunishigawa All-Inclusive Resort	7.5/10	372
61st	Hotel Kinu	7.1/10	25
62nd	Iwaiyado Jyuan Nikko Kawaji onsen	7.1/10	27
63rd	Hotel Manyotei	7.4/10	574
64th	Lake Side Nikko Hotel	7.3/10	258
65th	Kinugawa Royal Hotel	7.2/10	1,369
66th	Kinugawa Plaza Hotel	7.1/10	369
67th	Itoen Hotel New Sakura	7.0/10	1,329
68th	LiVEMAX RESORT Kinugawa	6.7/10	1,220
69th	Hotel New Ohruri	6.5/10	1,078
70th	Shiobara Onsen Hotel Ohruri	6.3/10	154
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73rd	Wakaki Ryokan – Nasu Yumoto Onsen	4.3/10	58
74th	Itoen Hotel Shiobara	4.3/10	220
75th	LiVEMAX RESORT Kawaji	4.0/10	877
76th	Nasushiobara Ichimantei	3.3/10	210

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Countryside Escape Garden Setting Riverside Location Valley Scenery Hot Spring Town Hot Spring Bath

Location

324-0618 Tochigi, Ogawa, Koguchi 1342, Japan

Staff 8,4/10

Facilities 8,5/10

Cleanliness 8,2/10

Comfort 8,1/10

Value for money 8,0/10

Location 7,7/10

Scenic Open-Air BathOpen-air baths look out over the Naka River and surrounding mountain scenery.

Skin-Softening OnsenThe hot spring is especially known locally as a soothing, beauty-style bath.

Quiet Hilltop SettingSet on elevated ground, it feels peaceful and removed from urban bustle.

Traditional Ryokan RoomsJapanese-style rooms with tatami create a classic, relaxed ryokan atmosphere.

Local Seasonal MealsMeals emphasize seasonal courses and regional ingredients from the Tochigi area.

Family-Friendly StayFacilities and review patterns suggest an easy fit for family trips.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen and access drive the stay length here: arrive by mid-afternoon, use the baths, eat dinner on-site, sleep quietly, enjoy breakfast, then add a second night only if you want a relaxed local driving day around Nakagawa and nearby sights.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night onsen countryside stop in Bato Onsenkyo, with 2 nights only if you will drive to nearby museums, temples, or family sights.

Know before booking

Limited rail convenienceNearest rail access is Ujiie Station, then about 45 minutes by car or the single reserved shuttle.

Do not over-base hereThe immediate area supports a short rural stay, not a long regional base for major Tochigi sightseeing.

Low walkable densityThis is not a town-center ryokan with many shops, restaurants, or nightlife within easy walking range.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

Main meal venue for seasonal Japanese set dinners and breakfast buffet.

Hamu (nearby)

nearby3 min drive

Nearby ham-focused restaurant useful for casual regional meals.

Kouzushi Sohonten (nearby)

nearby10 min drive

Established nearby sushi option for seafood and light evening dining.

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, the simplest approach is to arrive by JR train at Ujiie Station, Karasuyama Station, or Nishi-Nasuno Station and complete the last segment by local bus or taxi. If flying, Fukushima Airport is the most practical nearby airport, but a rail-based approach is usually easier once you are already in the Kanto region.

Karasuyama Stationstation
13 kmabout 20–30 min by taxiabout 30–45 min by local bus, service frequency best checked locally
Useful local rail gateway on the JR Karasuyama Line, especially if you prefer a smaller regional approach with bus connections toward Nakagawa.
Ujiie Stationstation
19 kmabout 40–55 min by taxiabout 50–70 min by bus or combined local transport, best checked locally
Often one of the most practical JR access stations because it sits on the main Utsunomiya Line and gives a straightforward onward road transfer to the ryokan.
Nishi-Nasuno Stationstation
20 kmabout 45–60 min by taxiabout 60–90 min by bus or combined local transport, best checked locally
A useful option for travelers coming from the Tohoku Shinkansen area or northern Tochigi, though the final leg is longer than from closer regional stations.
Roadside Station Bato (Michi-no-Eki Bato) Bus Stopbus
3.6 kmabout 50 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxiabout 15–25 min by local bus, service frequency best checked locally
Helpful as a recognizable local bus stop and transfer point in Nakagawa; practical for the last stretch if you are already using community bus services.
Nakagawa Town Hall area bus stopbus
4.1 kmabout 55 min walkabout 10–20 min by taxiabout 20–35 min by local bus, best checked locally
Useful local transfer point because community buses from Karasuyama are known to serve the town hall area; convenient if coordinating a short taxi ride onward.
Fukushima Airportairport
58 kmabout 1 hr 15 min to 1 hr 40 min by carusually slower and may require multiple transfers; best checked locally
The most useful airport option for this ryokan if you prefer a regional arrival, especially for a rental-car approach.
Ibaraki Airportairport
69 kmabout 1 hr 30 min to 2 hr by cargenerally indirect and best checked locally
A secondary airport choice that can work well if you are renting a car; less convenient than rail for many travelers without a vehicle.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Panoramic rooftop open-air bathThe standout experience here is the rooftop rotenburo, where you can soak while looking out toward the Naka River and the surrounding Nasu and Nikko mountain scenery. That gives the stay a real sense of open countryside rather than a closed-in town hotel feel.
Silky Bato Onsen waterThe hotel is known for Bato Onsen's thick, smooth water, often associated with a 'beauty bath' feel. If your priority is the quality and texture of the hot spring itself, this is one of the ryokan's strongest selling points.
Good choice for trying local specialtiesMeals are a major part of the appeal, with local dishes that can include Tochigi kogen beef and other regional specialties. This makes the stay feel tied to the area instead of offering a generic banquet-only experience.
More room variety than many small ryokanThe property offers Japanese-style, Japanese-Western, and twin rooms, so it works for different travel styles and comfort levels. That flexibility is useful if one guest wants a tatami stay while another prefers beds.
Convenient if you are driving in rural TochigiWith free parking and a countryside setting, it is an easy base for travelers exploring this quieter part of Tochigi by car. It suits road-trip travelers better than many train-dependent ryokan options.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Remote for rail-first travelersThis is in Nakagawa's Bato Onsen area, not in a major sightseeing hub, so access is less convenient if you rely heavily on trains. It works best when you treat the ryokan itself as the destination.
Limited wow-factor beyond the bathsThe biggest draw is the onsen and regional meal experience, while the wider facilities are fairly traditional and modest. Travelers expecting a highly designed luxury retreat may find it less special outside bath time.
Old-school atmosphere may feel datedThis ryokan leans toward a classic regional hotel style rather than a sleek modern boutique aesthetic. Some guests may enjoy the nostalgic feel, but others may read it as aging rather than charming.
Less ideal for couples wanting private bathingThe bath setup centers on shared public baths and open-air baths rather than a clearly standout private onsen concept. If private in-room or reservable family baths are essential, this may not be the best fit.
Quiet area with fewer nearby distractionsThe rural setting is peaceful, but it also means less immediate nightlife, fewer walkable attractions, and a slower pace once you arrive. Travelers who like to step out for shopping or evening wandering may feel constrained.

Current position: 37th out of 76 ryokans in Tochigi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
32nd	Oyado Ichifuji	8.4/10	98
33rd	Jizaiso	8.6/10	24
34th	TAOYA Nasu Shiobara	8.3/10	689
35th	Nasushiobara Masudaya	8.5/10	28
36th	Nikko Tokanso	8.3/10	159
37th	Nanpeidai Onsen Hotel Current ryokan	8.3/10	153
38th	Kouunsou	8.6/10	17
39th	Hotel Shikisai	8.2/10	1,833
40th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Kinugawa Kanko Hotel	8.2/10	516
41st	Sakahijiri Nikko	8.2/10	200
42nd	Kinugawa Park Hotels	8.2/10	187