Hotel Kimiyoshi
Twin beds with bedside lamps, TV and balcony in Hotel Kimiyoshi room, Yamanashi, Chūbu
Balcony onsen bath with glass railing overlooking city and distant mountains at Hotel Kimiyoshi, Yamanashi
Large wooden dining hall with rows of tables and chairs at Hotel Kimiyoshi in Yamanashi Chūbu
Compact guest room with bed, TV, small fridge, seating area and balcony overlooking city and distant mountains
Spacious entrance with arched roof and bamboo trees at Hotel Kimiyoshi in Yamanashi, Chūbu region
Carpeted ryokan corridor with wooden display cabinet, decorative vases and framed artwork at Hotel Kimiyoshi in Yamanashi
Twin beds with bedside lamps and seating area at Hotel Kimiyoshi in Yamanashi, Chubu

Hotel Kimiyoshi

7.8
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.8/10, based on 131 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 / Check-out until 10:00 AM
Hot Spring Town Mountain Setting Countryside Escape Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath
Staff 8,0/10
Facilities 8,0/10
Cleanliness 8,0/10
Comfort 7,5/10
Value for money 7,5/10
Location 7,6/10

Ryokan highlights

An Isawa Onsen ryokan-style hotel known for dual-source hot springs and broad mountain-area scenery.

Dual-source onsenRare baths fed by both Isawa and Kasugai hot spring sources.
Isawa Onsen staySet in Fuefuki's established hot spring district for a classic onsen base.
Scenic mountain outlooksThe property highlights views toward Mt. Fuji and the Southern Alps.
Traditional ryokan feelA Japanese-style stay suited to travelers wanting a more classic atmosphere.
Relaxed bath timeHot spring bathing is a core draw for unwinding after local sightseeing.
Good Yamanashi baseConvenient for exploring Fuefuki, wine-country sights, and nearby onsen areas.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining is the strongest stay-length driver here: arrive mid-afternoon, use the public bath and open-air bath, have the included dinner, sleep in, then take breakfast before moving on. A second night only makes sense if you want a slow Isawa Onsen stay plus a winery, fruit-area, or nearby scenic drive.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night onsen stay or a relaxed 2-night Yamanashi stop if you have a car and want baths, dinner, and nearby fruit-wine sightseeing rather than dense urban action.

Know before booking

Not station-centricThere is station pickup, but the property is not a dense station-area base for constant train-based sightseeing.
Do not assume private onsenThe hotel verifies public bath and open-air bath, but not reservable private baths.
Room bath caveatSome rooms have open-air baths, but the in-room bath water is heated water rather than hot-spring water.
Area can feel quietIsawa Onsen works better for soaking and resting than for packed walkable nightlife or nonstop attractions.

Food & drinks

Isawa Onsen Hotel Kimiyoshi appears to offer on-site buffet meals with all-you-can-drink alcohol and local Yamanashi wine, plus several walkable dining options nearby.

Buffet Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Main in-house meal venue for dinner buffet and breakfast buffet.

  • Dinner buffetfoodJapanese and mixed buffet dishes.
  • Breakfast buffetfoodAbout 50 morning items.
  • Yamanashi winedrinkLocal wine served with meals.
  • All-you-can-drink alcoholdrinkBeer, sake and shochu.
  • Soft drinksdrinkCoffee and juice at breakfast.
Restaurant (on-site)
on-site

General in-house dinner setting; meal service is also noted in restaurant space.

  • Seasonal local cuisinefoodUses fresh local ingredients.
  • Kappo-style dinnerspecialtyRyokan cooking roots are emphasized.
  • Kinmedai simmeredfoodOptional extra seafood dish.
  • Butter-grilled abalonefoodOptional premium add-on.
Koshu Hoto Hyakuma (nearby)
nearby5-8 min walk

Well-known nearby spot for Yamanashi noodle specialties.

  • Hoto noodlesfoodLocal flat noodles in hearty broth.
  • Koshu-style dishesspecialtyRegional Yamanashi flavors.
  • Local sakedrinkGood match with regional food.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Isawa Onsen area of Fuefuki, with Isawa-Onsen Station as the most practical rail gateway and taxi access usually easier than walking with luggage.

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 Hotel Kimiyoshi in Isawa Onsen, Fuefuki, Yamanashi, operating as an Itoen Hotels property. It suits travelers who want a value-focused onsen stay with some classic resort-hotel features, but it is less ideal if you want a highly intimate or luxury ryokan atmosphere.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Real Isawa onsen bathsThe property has both a large public bath and an open-air bath using alkaline simple hot spring water, which is a strong fit if soaking is a main reason for your trip.
  • Some rooms have private open-air bathsIt offers a limited number of Japanese-style rooms with private open-air baths, giving couples or privacy-focused guests a more special stay than a standard room.
  • Easy station accessIt is only about 5 minutes from Isawa-Onsen Station by shuttle bus, which makes arrival much easier if you are not driving around Yamanashi.
  • Good for relaxed group tripsBesides the baths, the hotel has free karaoke, free table tennis, a game corner, and a garden area, so families and casual groups have more to do on-site in the evening.
  • Room variety is usefulYou can choose between standard Japanese rooms, larger detached Japanese rooms, twin Western rooms, and bath-equipped rooms, which makes it easier to match different travel styles and budgets.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not a small boutique ryokanWith around 40 rooms and a classic multi-building hot spring hotel layout, the experience is more like a practical onsen resort hotel than an intimate high-end ryokan.
  • Private bath rooms are limitedOnly a small number of rooms include a private open-air bath, so booking late may leave you with a much more standard stay.
  • In-room open-air baths are not hot spring fedThe private open-air bath rooms are attractive, but the bath water in those rooms is heated water rather than natural onsen water.
  • Tattoo restrictions applyGuests with tattoos are not allowed to use the public baths, which can be a major drawback if onsen access is one of your priorities.
  • Less appealing if you want walkable sightseeingThe main draw here is staying at the hotel and enjoying Isawa Onsen, not being in the middle of a dense historic town packed with shops and sights right outside the door.

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