Hotel Heian

6.6

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 6.6/10, based on 21 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kawaguchiko Lakeside Hotel	9.7/10	1,017
🥈 2nd	Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Konanso	9.4/10	4,042
🥉 3rd	Rakuyu	9.4/10	1,243
4th	Rokumeikan Hills	9.6/10	56
5th	Togawaso	9.3/10	654
6th	Teiensaryo Yamanakako	9.3/10	335
7th	Beautiful Japanese Garden Kagetsu	9.3/10	246
8th	Temple Lodging Shukubo Kakurinbo	9.2/10	1,063
9th	Mt Fuji View and Private Sauna Ryokan Shizuku しずく	9.2/10	1,010
10th	Komaya Ryokan	9.3/10	130
11th	Taiheikan	9.2/10	481
12th	Fuji Onsenji Yumedono	9.1/10	2,529
13th	Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Asafuji	9.1/10	2,503
14th	Kasuitei Ooya	9.0/10	1,562
15th	Shoji Lake Hotel	9.0/10	1,062
16th	Tokiwa Hotel	9.1/10	97
17th	Yamadaya Hotel	9.0/10	504
18th	Fuji View Hotel	8.9/10	11,512
19th	Rakusuien	10.0/10	9
20th	Wakamizusou	8.9/10	1,311
21st	Village Sun Lake Kawaguchiko	9.0/10	83
22nd	Oike Hotel	8.8/10	1,745
23rd	Hotel Koryu	8.8/10	1,016
24th	Maruei	8.9/10	69
25th	Ashiwada Hotel	8.8/10	335
26th	Pension Marieペンションマリエ	8.8/10	311
27th	Kounso	8.8/10	79
28th	Lakeland Hotel Mizunosato	8.7/10	2,322
29th	SAKURA inn 白米	9.1/10	11
30th	Glamping Village Fuji Kawaguchiko	8.8/10	28
31st	Ichifujiso	8.6/10	595
32nd	Akaishi Ryokan	8.5/10	712
33rd	Hakkaisan Konohanakan	8.9/10	5
34th	Fukuichi	8.5/10	104
35th	Wan Wan Paradise Premier Yamanakako	8.5/10	84
36th	Haku Fuji Yamanakako	10.0/10	1
37th	Shiki-no-Yado Fujisan	8.4/10	5,240
38th	Wan Wan Paradise Yatsugatake	8.2/10	10
39th	Lake Yamanakako Shuzansou	8.2/10	45
40th	Asia Hotel FUJISAN	8.1/10	24
41st	Ryokan Fuji Heights	7.7/10	7
42nd	Hanamizuki	7.3/10	4
43rd	The Gran Resort Princess Fujikawaguchiko	8.2/10	903
44th	Maruyaso	8.1/10	162
45th	Hanasuishou	8.1/10	205
46th	Hotel Hatta	8.1/10	315
47th	Isawa Tokiwa Hotel	8.1/10	718
48th	Yamanaka Lake Ryozan	8.1/10	1,198
49th	Mt Fuji Hanayagi no Sho Keizan	8.1/10	1,716
50th	YATSUGATAKE KOGEN RESORT	8.0/10	112
51st	Yanagiya	8.0/10	141
52nd	KAMENOI HOTEL Fuji	7.8/10	35
53rd	Meitei no Yado Hotel Koshien	8.0/10	638
54th	Yamagisi Ryokan	8.0/10	649
55th	Kikori	7.9/10	122
56th	Hotel Kimiyoshi	7.8/10	131
57th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Hotel Shinko	7.8/10	145
58th	Fujimien	7.1/10	21
59th	Minshuku Kobayashi	7.4/10	63
60th	Kasugai View Hotel	7.6/10	452
61st	Hotel Sekitei	7.6/10	870
62nd	Hotel Hana Isawa	7.4/10	100
63rd	Yasuragi no Bettei Shikitei	7.2/10	46
64th	Hotel Heian Current ryokan	6.6/10	21
65th	Isawa View Hotel	7.4/10	250
66th	Sakura no Yakata Hotel	7.1/10	68
67th	Hotel Kaminoyu Onsen	6.8/10	400
68th	Lake Oshino	4.2/10	13

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

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

Location

406-0024 Yamanashi, Fuefuki, Isawacho Kawanakajima 538, Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 5,4/10

Cleanliness 5,9/10

Comfort 6,3/10

Value for money 6,7/10

Location 7,6/10

Isawa Onsen BaseSet in Fuefuki's Isawa Onsen area, convenient for a classic hot-spring stay.

Walkable Station AccessAbout a 15-minute walk from Isawa-Onsen Station for straightforward rail arrivals.

Hot Spring BathsLarge communal baths and an open-air bath support a proper onsen experience.

Tatami Room StayJapanese-style tatami rooms make the stay feel more traditional than a standard hotel.

Wine Country NearbyConvenient for visiting nearby Yamanashi wineries around the Isawa area.

Easy ParkingFree parking adds practical value for guests exploring Yamanashi by car.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town access is the main stay-length driver: arrive by mid-afternoon, use the baths before dinner, sleep in tatami rooms, enjoy breakfast, then continue to wineries, fruit spots, Kofu sights, or onward rail travel. A second night works only if you want a slower bath-and-wine pace around Isawa and Katsunuma rather than dense sightseeing.

Trip-planning verdict: A practical 1-night, optionally 2-night Isawa Onsen stay for travelers who want a traditional tatami ryokan with large communal baths, local-style dinner, and easy access to Yamanashi wine and fruit-country stops rather than a remote luxury retreat.

Know before booking

Not a luxury hideawayChoose it for a solid onsen ryokan stay, not for premium private-bath luxury or highly secluded scenery.

Limited walkable depthThe surrounding onsen district supports a short stay well, but many travelers will run out of nearby sights after 1-2 nights.

Station walk mattersIt is about 15 minutes from Isawa-Onsen Station, so rainy-day or heavy-luggage arrivals may feel inconvenient unless using pickup or taxi.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Ryokan meal venue for Japanese breakfast and dinner.

Bar (on-site)

on-site

Small on-site bar for evening drinks.

Suehiro Sushi (nearby)

nearbyabout 500 m

Nearby local sushi spot in Kawanakajima.

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 JR Isawa-Onsen Station and take a short taxi ride with luggage to the ryokan. For long-distance arrivals from outside Yamanashi, Kofu Station is the main regional transfer hub, while Matsumoto Airport is only a secondary airport option if its flights suit your itinerary.

Isawa-Onsen Stationstation
1.5 kmIsawa Matsumoto, Fuefuki, Yamanashi, Japanabout 30–40 min on foot, not ideal with luggageabout 8–12 min by taxi or carabout 10–20 min depending on local bus or taxi availability
Best overall rail access point for the ryokan. A taxi from the station is usually the most practical final leg, especially with bags or in bad weather.
Yamanashishi Stationstation
5.4 kmKamikanogawa, Yamanashi, Yamanashi, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–20 min by car or taxibest checked locally
Secondary nearby JR station that can be useful for some local itineraries, though Isawa-Onsen Station is generally more practical for most ryokan guests.
Kofu Stationstation
7.0 kmMarunouchi, Kofu, Yamanashi, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–30 min by car or taxiabout 25–40 min via JR train to Isawa-Onsen plus final transfer
Useful regional transfer hub if you are arriving from a wider range of rail services or changing trains in Yamanashi. Usually not the final stop for the ryokan itself.
Isawa-Onsen Station Bus Areabus
1.5 kmNear Isawa-Onsen Station, Fuefuki, Yamanashi, Japanabout 30–40 min on foot to the ryokan, usually not preferred with luggageabout 8–12 min by taxilocal bus times vary; best checked locally
Useful if you are already traveling by local bus in the Isawa area, but for most visitors the bus area mainly serves as a connection point near the station rather than the easiest final approach.
Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
95 kmShibuya, Tokyo, Japanabout 1.5 h by carabout 2–3 hours overall depending on bus service and final transfer in Yamanashi
Useful for travelers coming from Tokyo who prefer highway bus travel to Yamanashi rather than rail. Final access to the ryokan will still usually require a station-area transfer or taxi.
Matsumoto Airportairport
86 kmMatsumoto, Nagano, Japanabout 1.5–2 hours by car depending on conditionsusually a multi-step rail or bus journey; best checked locally
A realistic secondary airport only if its limited flight schedule matches your plans. Not the default airport choice for most international visitors heading to this ryokan.
Haneda Airportairport
103 kmOta, Tokyo, Japanroughly 2–3 hours or more by car depending on trafficcommonly around 2.5–4 hours with rail transfers toward Yamanashi
Most useful major airport for many domestic and international travelers because onward rail access toward Yamanashi is usually straightforward. Better suited than small regional airports for most visitors.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

24-hour onsen accessThe hot spring baths are available around the clock, which is especially convenient if you arrive late or like soaking early in the morning. That flexibility is a real advantage for a laid-back onsen trip.
Convenient station transferThe ryokan offers a free shuttle from Isawa-Onsen Station during the afternoon arrival window, making check-in easier without relying entirely on taxis. The station is also close enough for a short ride or walk.
Traditional rooms with some refreshed optionsMost stays focus on Japanese-style tatami rooms, and some renovated modern-Japanese rooms give couples a more updated feel. This makes the property more attractive than a purely dated budget ryokan.
Good base for wine-country sightseeingThe location in Isawa Onsen works well for exploring Fuefuki and nearby Yamanashi wineries, so it suits travelers mixing hot springs with local food and wine stops. It is a practical base rather than an isolated retreat.
Classic ryokan meal experienceDinner plans highlight kaiseki-style dining and local flavors such as wagyu and regional dishes, which adds more character than a simple overnight stay. It is a good fit if you want a traditional meal-and-onsen rhythm.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a luxury ryokanThis is a fairly straightforward onsen property, so travelers expecting a high-end boutique atmosphere or polished luxury detailing may find it too simple. The appeal is practical comfort more than exclusivity.
Facilities look fairly limitedThe stay is centered on rooms, baths, and meals, without the broader resort-style amenities some larger onsen hotels offer. If you want multiple lounges, spa features, or extensive entertainment, it may feel basic.
Design may feel unevenWhile some rooms appear refreshed, other parts of the property can come across as older in style. Travelers who are sensitive to dated interiors may notice that the experience is not uniformly modernized.
Private bath seekers may be disappointedThe property is known for shared large baths and open-air bathing, but not for standout private bath options. Couples wanting a more intimate in-room or reservable bath experience may prefer another ryokan.
Pickup window is narrowThe free station shuttle is useful, but it operates only in a limited afternoon time slot. If your arrival falls outside that window, the access advantage becomes less convenient.

Current position: 64th out of 68 ryokans in Yamanashi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
59th	Minshuku Kobayashi	7.4/10	63
60th	Kasugai View Hotel	7.6/10	452
61st	Hotel Sekitei	7.6/10	870
62nd	Hotel Hana Isawa	7.4/10	100
63rd	Yasuragi no Bettei Shikitei	7.2/10	46
64th	Hotel Heian Current ryokan	6.6/10	21
65th	Isawa View Hotel	7.4/10	250
66th	Sakura no Yakata Hotel	7.1/10	68
67th	Hotel Kaminoyu Onsen	6.8/10	400
68th	Lake Oshino	4.2/10	13