Minakami Hotel Juraku
Traditional tatami room with low table, zabuton cushions and twin beds overlooking garden at Minakami Hotel Juraku, Gunma
Double-sink vanity with large mirror and tiled shower room at Minakami Hotel Juraku in Gunma
Indoor onsen bath with stone edging and windows overlooking a riverside forest at Minakami Hotel Juraku, Gunma
Warm wood-furnished lounge with armchairs and low tables overlooking verdant forest through wide windows at Minakami Hotel Juraku Gunma
Traditional tatami room with low table, floor cushions, shoji screens and garden view at Minakami Hotel Juraku, Gunma
Nighttime wooden deck and illuminated garden beside glass facade with mountain silhouette, Minakami Hotel Juraku, Gunma
Smiling chef slicing ingredients at ryokan kitchen counter, Minakami Hotel Juraku, Gunma, Kantō, Japan

Minakami Hotel Juraku

8.3
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.3/10, based on 32 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM
Riverside Location Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath
Staff 8,8/10
Facilities 8,4/10
Cleanliness 8,1/10
Comfort 8,0/10
Value for money 7,8/10
Location 7,6/10

Ryokan highlights

A large riverside onsen hotel in Minakami with varied rooms, scenic baths, and strong meal appeal.

Riverside SettingSet by the river in Minakami Onsen, with a scenic atmosphere near town.
Open-Air OnsenLarge natural hot spring baths include open-air soaking after hiking, skiing, or sightseeing.
Flexible Room TypesOffers Japanese-style, hybrid tatami-bed, and Western twin rooms for different travelers.
Popular Buffet DiningThe buffet is a standout, featuring freshly prepared seasonal dishes in a lively setting.
Easy Station AccessReachable by short bus ride or around a 10-minute walk from Minakami Station.
Good Family FitLarge-scale facilities, varied rooms, and on-site entertainment suit family stays well.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town setting is the clearest driver: arrive mid-afternoon, bathe before dinner, sleep by the river, enjoy breakfast, then add one extra day only for nearby outdoor activities or a relaxed town-and-gorge pace.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-2 night Minakami onsen and nature stop with easy station access, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited urban energyThis is Minakami Onsen, not a city base. Evenings are quiet and sightseeing density is moderate rather than packed.
May feel too hotel-likeIt is a large ryokan-style resort, so travelers wanting intimate boutique seclusion may prefer a smaller inn.
Do not over-base hereBeyond onsen, river scenery, and outdoor activities, many major sights require driving or seasonal planning.

Food & drinks

Verified at 665 Yubara, this ryokan centers dining around its on-site buffet venue, with easy walkable local alternatives nearby.

KAWATONE (on-site)
on-site

Main in-house buffet dining for breakfast and dinner.

  • Seasonal buffetfoodFreshly prepared all-you-can-eat dishes.
  • Roast beeffoodCarved to order at dinner.
  • Stone-oven pizzafoodHot pizza from the open kitchen.
  • Local sakedrinkRegional sake among free-flow drinks.
  • Breakfast breadfoodWarm bread and simple morning items.
Cafe Restaurant Asima (nearby)
nearbyabout 7 min walk

Popular local cafe-restaurant known for hearty curry dishes.

  • Baked curryfoodHouse-spiced curry, a local favorite.
  • Cafe drinksdrinkCoffee and casual cafe beverages.
  • Light mealsfoodSimple cafe-style lunch plates.
Ichirikizushi (nearby)
nearbynear Minakami Station

Long-running sushi restaurant for classic Japanese seafood meals.

  • SushifoodEdo-style sushi selection.
  • SashimifoodFresh sliced seafood.
  • TempurafoodCrisp fried seafood and vegetables.
  • Hot potspecialtyJapanese nabe-style meal option.

Access, transport and nearby sights

A well-located Minakami onsen hotel that is easiest to reach from JR Minakami Station, with Jomo-Kogen Station as the main Shinkansen gateway.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

This is a large onsen hotel in Minakami Onsen, Gunma, suited to travelers who want easy access, varied room types, and a more active resort-style stay than a quiet boutique ryokan. It is a strong pick for convenience and facilities, but less ideal if you want intimate traditional charm or guaranteed bath access during maintenance periods.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Easy access without a carIt is about a 10-minute walk from Minakami Station and also offers a free shuttle, which makes arrival much easier for train travelers.
  • Good fit for different travel stylesThe hotel offers Japanese-style, Japanese-Western, and Western rooms, so it works well for couples, families, and guests who do not want to sleep on futons only.
  • Large onsen setupThis is not a tiny inn: it has large communal baths, open-air baths, a sauna, and hot spring facilities designed for a fuller bath experience.
  • Buffet dining with live freshnessIts KAWATONE dining buffet focuses on freshly prepared dishes rather than a fixed kaiseki dinner, which is appealing if you like choice and a more relaxed meal style.
  • Convenient base for Minakami activitiesIts riverside Minakami location makes it practical for combining onsen time with local sightseeing and outdoor activities around the area.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Less intimate than a classic ryokanWith over 100 rooms and a large-hotel layout, the atmosphere is more resort-like than personal, so it may feel less special if you want a quiet small-scale ryokan stay.
  • Not ideal for private bath seekersThe bath facilities are mainly communal, and there is no reserved private bath option listed, which can matter for couples or guests who prefer more privacy.
  • Meals are buffet-style, not traditional kaisekiIf you are specifically looking for a refined multi-course ryokan dinner served in a slower, more ceremonial style, this property may feel too casual.
  • Some rooms may feel more practical than luxuriousBecause the hotel offers a broad mix of room categories, the experience can vary, and not every room will deliver the exclusive feel some travelers expect from an upscale onsen stay.
  • Bath maintenance can affect the experienceThere is scheduled maintenance for one of the large baths during part of 2026, so guests staying in that period may not get the full onsen experience they expected.

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Current position: 53rd out of 79 ryokans in Gunma.

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