Appikogen Mori no Hotel

8.8

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.8/10, based on 343 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Yūsen Shidate	9.2/10	110
🥈 2nd	Kashoen	9.1/10	372
🥉 3rd	Shikitei Morioka TsunagiOnsen	9.1/10	300
4th	koyado kaziya	9.3/10	35
5th	Hamabeno Ryouriyado Houraikan	9.1/10	52
6th	奥州平泉温泉旅館 itsumu	9.0/10	132
7th	Namari Onsen Kokoro No Toki Jusangatsu	8.9/10	112
8th	Jodogahama Park Hotel	8.8/10	591
9th	Appikogen Mori no Hotel Current ryokan	8.8/10	343
10th	Nagisatei Taroan	9.0/10	24
11th	Hotel Shion	8.8/10	264
12th	Kyukamura Iwate-Amiharionsen	8.8/10	171
13th	Iris Yu	8.7/10	327
14th	Shinseikan	8.7/10	70
15th	Fulsato	8.9/10	7
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20th	Hotel Hanamaki	8.8/10	4
21st	Lodge Clubman	8.6/10	5
22nd	Aishinkan	8.5/10	13
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26th	Yamaichi	8.2/10	12
27th	Shugyoku no Yu Yakushido Onsen	7.8/10	4
28th	Iyashinoyado Rodem	8.3/10	140
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30th	Seiryukaku	8.1/10	141
31st	Hotel Taikan	8.1/10	1,162
32nd	Hotel Senshukaku	7.7/10	132
33rd	Onsen Minshuku Sakaeya	7.5/10	80
34th	Hotel Uguisu	7.3/10	135
35th	Dai Onsen Matsudaya Ryokan	7.0/10	120

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Forest Surroundings Countryside Escape Hot Spring Town Hot Spring Bath Public Onsen Open-Air Bath

Location

028-7306 Iwate, Hachimantai, Appi kogen605-30, Japan

Staff 8,9/10

Facilities 8,8/10

Cleanliness 8,9/10

Comfort 8,7/10

Value for money 8,6/10

Location 8,7/10

Near Appi SlopesClose to Appi Kogen ski area, making winter access especially convenient.

Forestside SettingSurrounded by nature, giving the stay a quieter and more restful atmosphere.

Hot Spring BathsOn-site onsen bathing is a key draw after skiing or cold-weather sightseeing.

Local Beef DiningMeals prominently feature Maesawa beef, a memorable regional highlight.

Family-Friendly RoomsJapanese-western rooms with flexible bedding work well for families and mixed-age groups.

Calm Rustic StyleBlends Japanese warmth with hotel comfort for an easygoing resort stay.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsSki access and the hotel’s strongest draw are the silky hot spring baths and dinner, so one night works for arrival, onsen, dinner, breakfast, and departure; two nights suits a full ski day or a summer highland outing without running out of nearby options.

Trip-planning verdict: Good for a quiet Appi Kogen ski or nature stay focused on baths and dinner, but weak as a broad sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited area baseOutside Appi activities, the immediate area is quiet and can feel sparse for longer non-ski stays.

Not highly walkableYou will likely rely on hotel or resort shuttles, a car, or station transfers rather than easy town walking.

Room variation mattersSome Japanese-style rooms use shared bathroom facilities, so check room type carefully before booking.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

Main in-house dining room for breakfast, dinner courses, and restaurant drinks.

Restaurant Annex (on-site)

on-site

Useful second listing for the same meal venue, highlighting breakfast buffet-style items and add-ons.

Restaurant Course Dining (on-site)

on-site

Dinner-focused view of the hotel's meal service with beef mains and optional extras.

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 rail travelers, arrive at Morioka Station by Shinkansen, continue to Appi-Kogen Station, then take a taxi or seasonal/local resort transfer for the final leg. For air arrivals, Iwate Hanamaki Airport is usually the most practical airport, with onward transfer via Morioka or direct seasonal resort transport when available.

Appi-Kogen Stationstation
1.3 kmNot ideal on foot with luggage; roughly 25–35 min walking may be possible depending on route and season.About 5–10 min by taxi.About 10–20 min by local or seasonal resort transfer, if operating.
This is the nearest useful train station and the key last-mile rail access point; taxi is usually the easiest final transfer, especially in snow season.
Morioka Stationstation
36 kmAbout 55–80 min by car in typical conditions.About 1.5–2.5 hours total via JR train to Appi-Kogen plus onward taxi or bus.
Best major rail hub for most visitors coming by Shinkansen from Tokyo or elsewhere; easiest place to transfer to local rail or resort-bound bus services.
Appi Kogen Ski Resort Bus/Resort Area Stopbus
740 mAbout 10–20 min on foot depending on exact stop used and weather.About 3–8 min by taxi.Very short final transfer when resort shuttle or area bus is available.
Useful if you are arriving on a resort bus from Morioka or a seasonal shuttle; confirm the exact stop locally because Appi area bus patterns can vary by season.
Appi-Kogen Resort Transfer Stop at Appi-Kogen Stationbus
1.3 kmabout 15 min walkAbout 5–10 min by taxi from the ryokan after arrival at the station area.Usually the main interchange for station-to-resort shuttle movement; timing is best checked locally.
Helpful for travelers planning to use a station shuttle instead of a taxi; especially relevant in winter, but service details may vary.
Iwate Hanamaki Airportairport
65 kmRoughly 1 hr 30 min to 2 hr by car, depending on road and weather conditions.Often around 2.5–4 hours via airport bus or rail connection through Morioka, or shorter with seasonal direct resort transport when available.
Usually the most practical airport for Appi Kogen access; best paired with a Morioka transfer unless a seasonal direct airport-resort bus is running.
Aomori Airportairport
85 kmOften around 2–3 hours by car in good conditions.Generally a longer and less direct option; often best checked locally based on season and connections.
Can be a workable alternate airport for some itineraries, but it is usually less straightforward than Iwate Hanamaki Airport.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Silky onsen with a real retreat feelThis property is especially appealing for its hot spring baths, including indoor and open-air options, with silky water that many guests describe as a highlight of the stay. The forested setting adds to the calm, restorative atmosphere after skiing or a day outdoors.
Excellent base for Appi ski tripsIt is very close to Appi Kogen Ski Resort, and the hotel offers convenient shuttle support to the station and ski area. That makes it practical for snow travelers who want easier logistics without staying in a large slope-side complex.
Dinner is part of the experienceGuests consistently praise the Japanese dinners and breakfasts, and the hotel emphasizes local ingredients in its morning meal. This suits travelers who want a more memorable, ryokan-style food experience rather than just a place to sleep.
Warm, personal serviceReviews repeatedly point to friendly, attentive staff and a welcoming atmosphere from a smaller property. It tends to feel more intimate and human than a busy resort hotel.
Useful bath extras for a relaxed stayBeyond the main baths, the hotel has sauna facilities and a free private open-air bath option, which adds value for couples or guests wanting quieter bathing time. These features make the wellness side of the stay stronger than at many simple ski lodgings.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Quiet location can feel isolatedThe peaceful woodland setting is attractive, but it also means the area can feel remote, especially outside the winter ski season. Travelers wanting walkable shops, nightlife, or a busier village atmosphere may find it too subdued.
Limited flexibility for special dietsThe hotel can only accommodate some allergy requests, and it explicitly notes that certain ingredient-wide restrictions are difficult to handle. If food needs are strict, this may be a stressful choice.
Not ideal for lunch or in-room diningLunch is not provided, and room service is limited to drinks rather than full meals. Guests who want all-day hotel dining convenience may find the setup restrictive.
Some facilities are simple rather than fully resort-likeThis is a charming smaller hotel, but it does not offer the breadth of services you might expect from a major resort property. Travelers seeking lots of on-site entertainment or extensive amenities may prefer a larger hotel.
Bath access may vary by season or operationsThe hotel has posted notices about temporary suspensions affecting some bath facilities, so the full hot spring experience may not always be available exactly as expected. If the baths are your main reason for booking, that uncertainty matters.

Current position: 9th out of 35 ryokans in Iwate.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
4th	koyado kaziya	9.3/10	35
5th	Hamabeno Ryouriyado Houraikan	9.1/10	52
6th	奥州平泉温泉旅館 itsumu	9.0/10	132
7th	Namari Onsen Kokoro No Toki Jusangatsu	8.9/10	112
8th	Jodogahama Park Hotel	8.8/10	591
9th	Appikogen Mori no Hotel Current ryokan	8.8/10	343
10th	Nagisatei Taroan	9.0/10	24
11th	Hotel Shion	8.8/10	264
12th	Kyukamura Iwate-Amiharionsen	8.8/10	171
13th	Iris Yu	8.7/10	327
14th	Shinseikan	8.7/10	70