Aizu Higashiyama Onsen “Shosuke no Yado Takinoyu” since1880

8.7

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.7/10, based on 3,925 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	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 Current ryokan	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

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

Location

965-0814 Fukushima, Aizuwakamatsu, Higashiyamamachi Yumoto Takinoyu 108, Japan

Staff 8,8/10

Facilities 9,0/10

Cleanliness 8,7/10

Comfort 8,7/10

Value for money 8,3/10

Location 9,0/10

Waterfall-side bathsOpen-air and main baths overlook Fushimigataki, giving this ryokan a rare scenic soak.

Historic ryokan feelA long-established inn in Higashiyama Onsen with a distinctly traditional Aizu ambiance.

Aizu cultural nightsEvening performances and local entertainment add a memorable regional touch after dinner.

Good sightseeing baseConvenient for Aizuwakamatsu sights, with access from the station and expressway.

Japanese meal experienceJapanese-style dinners and regional dishes are a consistent draw for ryokan-seeking travelers.

Private bath optionsPrivate-use baths are available, useful for couples or guests wanting quieter soaking time.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and baths are the strongest draw here: arrive by mid-afternoon, use the waterfall-view baths, eat dinner on-site, sleep in, then sightsee Aizuwakamatsu the next day. A second night works if you want a slower castle-town visit with another bath cycle, but most travelers will run out of nearby must-see sights after that.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night onsen stay or a relaxed 2-night Aizuwakamatsu cultural stop, not as a long regional base.

Know before booking

Limited walk-out diningThis is an onsen-area stay, not a lively restaurant district, so dinner-included plans make more sense.

Not station-convenientYou will likely use taxi, bus, or arranged transport from Aizuwakamatsu Station rather than easy walk access.

Risk of over-stayingTwo nights is usually enough unless your plan is intentionally slow and bath-focused.

Kaikatei (on-site)

on-site

Main ryokan dining with private rooms, counter seats, and Aizu-style kaiseki.

Oharatei (on-site)

on-site

Tatami dining hall used for breakfast buffet and some evening meals.

Shikitei (on-site)

on-site

Smaller dining room; also serves Aizu ramen at night.

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 via Aizu-Wakamatsu Station and continue by taxi with luggage or by local/sightseeing bus toward Higashiyama Onsen. Fukushima Airport is the most practical airport connection for this area, usually via Koriyama and onward rail or bus to Aizu-Wakamatsu.

Aizu-Wakamatsu Stationstation
4.2 kmabout 55 min walkabout 15–20 min by taxiabout 20–35 min depending on bus service
Best main rail gateway for nearly all arrivals. Most practical last leg is taxi if carrying luggage; buses to Higashiyama Onsen are useful when timing matches.
Nishi-Wakamatsu Stationstation
4.4 kmabout 60 min walkabout 15–20 min by taxiusually less direct than from Aizu-Wakamatsu Station
Secondary rail option mainly for Aizu Railway users. Helpful if coming from the Aizu Line side, but onward access to the ryokan is usually less straightforward than from Aizu-Wakamatsu Station.
Ashinomaki-Onsen Stationstation
6.4 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–30 min by taxibest checked locally; transfers may be inconvenient
Relevant mostly for travelers already using the Aizu Railway. Not the usual gateway for this ryokan, but can work with a taxi transfer.
Higashiyama Onsen Iriguchi / Takinoyu-mae Bus Stopbus
50 mabout 1–5 min if stopping at the nearer hotel-side stopabout 3–5 min by taxibest checked locally
Potentially the most convenient bus stop for this ryokan if your service stops here. Good option for light luggage, but stop names and served routes should be confirmed locally.
Higashiyama Onsen Bus Stopbus
290 mabout 5–15 min depending on exact stop used and routeabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 20–35 min from Aizu-Wakamatsu Station area
Useful for travelers arriving by local or sightseeing bus into the onsen district. Final approach may still involve a short uphill or roadside walk, so taxi can be easier with large bags.
Fukushima Airportairport
50 kmroughly 1 hr 40 min to 2 hr by car in good conditionscommonly around 2.5–3.5 hr with transfer via Koriyama and onward rail or bus
Most useful airport for reaching Aizuwakamatsu from within Japan. Practical when flights and ground connections line up, but not a direct last-mile option.
Sendai Airportairport
112 kmroughly 2–3 hr by car depending on conditionsoften several hours via rail or highway bus connections to Aizu-Wakamatsu
Useful alternative airport when flight choices are better than Fukushima Airport. Usually a longer overall journey, but still viable for travelers heading into Aizu.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Waterfall-side onsen settingThis ryokan stands beside the Yukawa stream near Fushimi Falls, and the baths and lounge are designed to make the water and gorge scenery part of the stay. It feels much more atmospheric than a standard town hotel.
Strong bath varietyIt offers large public baths, open-air baths, and several private baths, which gives couples and privacy-focused travelers more flexibility than many traditional inns. The range of options is a real selling point here.
Memorable lounge and footbath spacesThe property includes a scenic view lounge and an indoor footbath area positioned to enjoy the river landscape. These extra relaxation spaces make downtime between meals and bathing more enjoyable.
Good fit for a fuller ryokan experienceBeyond the room itself, the inn adds touches like local sake service, a traditional atmosphere, and evening cultural ambience around its stage and illuminated outdoor areas. It suits travelers who want a stay with personality rather than just a place to sleep.
Wide room and dining choiceThe ryokan has many room categories and several dining styles, including some plans with private dining or in-room meals. That makes it easier to match the stay to different budgets and trip styles.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Parking is not the easiestThe front area is mainly for drop-off, and guest parking may be in affiliated lots nearby rather than directly at the entrance. This can be mildly inconvenient if you are arriving by car with heavy luggage.
Private baths require planningThe private baths are a major attraction, but they are reservation-based and can require early booking to secure the best slot. If you book late, you may not get the experience you were hoping for.
Some facilities may feel dated depending on room typeThis is a long-established ryokan, and not every room category will feel equally fresh or refined. Travelers expecting uniformly sleek, luxury-modern interiors may find some areas a bit old-fashioned.
Not ideal for travelers wanting ultra-simple logisticsA large ryokan with multiple facilities, dining areas, and bath options can feel less straightforward than a compact boutique inn. Guests who prefer a minimal, frictionless stay may find it a little busy.
Bath temperature can vary by season and bathBecause the inn uses multiple spring sources and different bath setups, water temperature may feel milder or hotter depending on the season and specific bath. If you are very particular about consistently hot onsen, this may be a small drawback.

Current position: 8th out of 43 ryokans in Fukushima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥉 3rd	mt. inn(マウントイン）	8.9/10	237
4th	Harumiya 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 Current ryokan	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