Izumiso

7.4
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.4/10, based on 20 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
Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Hot Spring Bath Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath Private Onsen
Staff 8,2/10
Facilities 7,4/10
Cleanliness 7,4/10
Comfort 7,3/10
Value for money 7,1/10
Location 6,6/10

Ryokan highlights

A traditional Asama Onsen ryokan in Matsumoto with open-air baths, seasonal meals, and easy castle access.

Asama Onsen BaseSet in Matsumoto's Asama Onsen district, convenient for a hot-spring town stay.
Open-Air Hot SpringFeatures natural hot-spring baths, including open-air bathing for a classic onsen experience.
Private Bath RoomsSome popular special rooms include their own private open-air baths.
Seasonal Shinshu MealsCreative kaiseki-style meals highlight seasonal Shinshu ingredients and changing monthly menus.
Taisho-Era CharmTraditional atmosphere with quiet, retro character suited to a classic ryokan stay.
Near Matsumoto CastleMatsumoto Castle is reachable in a short drive from the ryokan.

Food & drinks

This Izumiso in Asama Onsen appears to offer seasonal kaiseki meals on-site, with several easy nearby local dining options in the onsen area.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Ryokan dining for seasonal kaiseki and breakfast.

  • Seasonal kaiseki dinnerfoodMulti-course meal that changes monthly.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodTraditional morning set.
  • Shinshu salmonfoodOften noted as a breakfast main.
  • CoffeedrinkLobby coffee after meals.
Marui (nearby)
nearbynear the ryokan

Well-known local tofu restaurant by Hot Plaza Asama.

  • Tofu lunchfoodDay-changing tofu set meal.
  • Dengaku tofufoodRoasted tofu with miso glaze.
  • Tokkuri mushifoodSteamed tofu in a ceramic vessel.
  • Yuba dishesspecialtyTofu skin specialties.
Tsukemono Kissa (nearby)
nearbyshort walk

Casual cafe for pickles, tea, and simple local bites.

  • Oshinko-mochi setfoodRice cake with pickles and tea.
  • Onsen manju setfoodSweet bun with pickles and tea.
  • Shinshu sobafoodLocal buckwheat noodles.
  • Ujicha teadrinkRoasted green tea.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Asama Onsen district east of central Matsumoto, with Matsumoto Station as the main rail gateway and local bus or taxi as the final approach.

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Should you choose this ryokan?

A good fit for travelers who want a traditional ryokan stay in Asama Onsen with varied room types and a classic hot-spring atmosphere. It is less ideal if you want a highly modern luxury stay or to be right in central Matsumoto.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Authentic Asama Onsen settingThis ryokan is in the established Asama Onsen area of Matsumoto, giving the stay a real hot-spring town feel rather than a generic city hotel experience.
  • Good variety of room categoriesThe property offers several distinct room types, including standard Japanese rooms, upgraded view rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and special rooms with private open-air baths.
  • Private bath rooms for couplesSome special rooms include their own open-air onsen bath, which is a strong advantage if you want more privacy than a shared public bath can offer.
  • Traditional ryokan style with viewsRooms are positioned to capture Matsumoto castle-town scenery or mountain views, which adds more character than a purely functional overnight stop.
  • Strong focus on kaiseki diningThe inn highlights multi-course meals centered on Shinshu ingredients, so guests looking for a classic ryokan dinner-and-breakfast experience may find it especially appealing.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not in downtown MatsumotoAlthough convenient for Asama Onsen, it is not right next to Matsumoto Station or the castle area, so city sightseeing is less effortless on foot.
  • Style may feel old-schoolTravelers wanting sleek contemporary design may find the atmosphere more traditional than polished-modern.
  • Best rooms may cost noticeably moreThe most appealing experience appears tied to upgraded view rooms or private-bath special rooms, so the standout stay may require a higher budget.
  • Shared bath experience is not for everyoneIf you book a standard room without a private bath, you may need to rely on communal onsen facilities, which some international travelers find less comfortable.
  • More about quiet relaxation than nightlifeThis is better suited to soaking, meals, and a calm evening in the onsen district than to travelers seeking late-night dining, bars, or an energetic urban scene.

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