Yudono Totonoyu, Yokokawa Onsen

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Forest Surroundings Countryside Escape Valley Scenery Quiet Village Private Onsen Open-Air Bath

Location

413-0712 Shizuoka, Shimoda, 横川４８８, Japan

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Private Open-Air BathsRooms are known for private open-air onsen baths for flexible, intimate soaking.

Quiet Forest SettingA secluded wooded setting suits travelers seeking silence, birdsong, and a slower pace.

Mountain-River FeelThe property’s natural valley setting gives a scenic mountain-and-stream atmosphere.

Modern Clean DesignReviews repeatedly highlight the newer build, clean interiors, and simple contemporary style.

Good For CouplesPrivate baths and peaceful surroundings make it especially appealing for romantic stays.

Easy Car AccessFree parking supports a convenient stay for drivers exploring Shimoda and inland Izu.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsIts strongest stay-length driver is the private in-room hot spring setup in a rural setting. Arrive by mid-afternoon, settle into the bath and sauna, sleep early, then enjoy breakfast and one nearby Shimoda outing before moving on. A second night works only if you want a deliberately slow nature-and-onsen rhythm.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a quiet onsen retreat near Shimoda rather than a walkable sightseeing base; most travelers should keep it to one night, or two if they want a slow private-bath stay.

Know before booking

Rural accessIt sits in Yokokawa, inland from central Shimoda, so station-based travelers will spend time on transfers or taxis.

Thin walkabilityThis is not an onsen town street stay with easy café-hopping or evening strolling outside the property.

Easy to overstayTwo nights is enough for most itineraries unless your goal is repeated private baths, sauna time, and rest.

Cafe (on-site)

on-site

Saturday on-site cafe with retro light meals and sweets.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Meal area is indicated on property listings; food details are limited.

Wasabi Farm no Engawa Cafe (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Nearby rural cafe by a wasabi farm; useful for a casual stop.

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 by Izukyu Line at Rendaiji Station or Izukyu-Shimoda Station, then continue by taxi because the ryokan is in a rural valley and walking from stations is not practical. The nearby Yokokawa bus stop can help if timings line up, but service is better treated as a secondary option than the main arrival plan.

Inazusa Stationstation
3.0 kmabout 40 min walkabout 15–20 min by taxilimited local options; often easier by taxi
Useful as a closer small station on the Izukyu Line if your train timing works well, but onward transport is more limited.
Rendaiji Stationstation
3.5 kmabout 45 min walkabout 15–20 min by taxiabout 25–40 min by local bus and/or taxi, best checked locally
Usually the most practical nearby rail access point for a shorter taxi ride into Yokokawa.
Izukyu-Shimoda Stationstation
6.0 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by taxiabout 35–60 min by local bus and/or taxi, best checked locally
Best major rail hub for most visitors because it has broader arrivals, onward taxis, and bus connections than smaller local stations.
Yokokawabus
1.4 kmabout 20–25 min on local roadsabout 5 min
Nearest useful bus stop area for travelers already using local buses, though walking with luggage may feel inconvenient and a short taxi is more comfortable.
Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airportairport
65 kmabout 2.5–3.5 hr by car depending on trafficoften about 4.5–6 hr via rail/bus connections, best checked locally
Can work if flight options suit your itinerary, but it is not especially close and usually requires multiple onward transfers.
Haneda Airportairport
123 kmroughly 3.5–5 hr by car depending on trafficoften about 4–6 hr via Tokyo and the Izukyu Line, best checked locally
Often the most practical airport for many international travelers because flight choice is strong, even though the final overland journey to Shimoda is long.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Private hot spring in your roomThe main building rooms come with their own private bath, and some also include a barrel sauna and cold bath. That makes it especially appealing if you want to soak without sharing facilities with other guests.
Great for sauna loversThe Haru and Fuyu rooms include a barrel sauna, cold bath, sauna hat, and poncho. The detached villa goes even further with its own sauna house and outdoor cooldown setup.
Peaceful rural Shimoda settingThis is in Yokokawa, a satoyama area of Shimoda rather than near the busy beach strips. It suits travelers who want trees, mountain views, and a slower atmosphere.
Detached villa is unusually well equippedThe annex works almost like a private holiday house, with a living-dining room, kitchen, Japanese room, bedroom, semi-open-air bath, sauna, BBQ area, and even a reservable hot-spring pool. It is a strong pick for families or small groups wanting space and privacy.
Good base for mixing nature and sightseeingYou can combine a quiet inland stay with day trips to Shimoda attractions such as Perry Road, the aquarium, and beaches like Shirahama. It offers a more secluded sleep base while still keeping the coast within driving reach.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a classic ryokan dining experienceBreakfast is self-service and there is no clear sign of the usual elaborate kaiseki-style dinner experience many travelers expect from a ryokan. If food is the centerpiece of your stay, this may feel limited.
Remote location requires planningThe property is in inland Yokokawa rather than central Shimoda or right by the sea. It is better suited to guests with a car or those comfortable relying on taxis.
Very small-scale propertyWith only a handful of rooms, the stay feels intimate but also limited in shared facilities and on-site activity. Travelers wanting a larger resort atmosphere may find it too quiet.
Extra costs can add upSome features are not simply included across the board, especially in the annex where BBQ and pool use carry added fees. The value depends heavily on whether you will actually use those extras.
Hot spring may feel too warm for some guestsThe spring source is on the hotter side, so long soaks may not suit everyone, especially in warm weather. Guests sensitive to heat may prefer a property with more varied bath temperatures or larger communal bathing options.

Current position: out of 168 ryokans in Shizuoka.

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