Kashiwaya Ryokan

8.6

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.6/10, based on 77 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	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 Current 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 Forest Surroundings Quiet Village Hot Spring Town Hot Spring Bath

Location

962-0621 Fukushima, Tenei, Yumoto Shimofutamata 22-6, Japan

Staff 8,6/10

Facilities 8,4/10

Cleanliness 8,2/10

Comfort 8,3/10

Value for money 8,4/10

Location 7,8/10

Rare Source-Fed BathIts rock bath is noted for hot spring water emerging beneath your feet.

24-Hour OnsenHot spring baths are available around the clock for flexible, relaxed soaking.

Riverside Open-Air BathOutdoor baths reached along the Futamata River add a scenic bathing experience.

Seasonal Fukushima CuisineThe inn is specifically praised for meals featuring Fukushima’s seasonal ingredients.

Historic Onsen SettingSet in Tenei’s nostalgic Yumoto hot spring district with classic rural ryokan atmosphere.

Good Base for Ouchi-jukuConvenient for travelers exploring Ouchi-juku and the wider southern Fukushima countryside.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen and scenery are the strongest reasons to stay: arrive mid-afternoon, soak before dinner, enjoy the local meal, sleep early, bathe again after breakfast, and leave; add a second night only if you want a slower pace with a short drive to Ouchi-juku or To-no-Hetsuri.

Trip-planning verdict: A secluded riverside onsen ryokan in Futamata Onsen, best used for a quiet 1-night reset or a calm 2-night nature-and-onsen break, not as a convenient sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Remote accessPublic transport is limited and arrival timing matters, so this is awkward with tight rail-based itineraries or late check-in plans.

Thin local areaThe immediate surroundings are quiet and sparse, so travelers wanting shops, cafés, or lots of walkable sights may overstay.

Car helps a lotNearby sightseeing is realistic mainly by car; without one, this works better as a stay-in ryokan night than an exploration base.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main meal venue for both dinner and breakfast with table seating.

Kaiseki Dinner (on-site)

on-site

Ryokan dinner centered on local produce and Fukushima specialties.

Sake Selection (on-site)

on-site

Meal drinks featuring local Fukushima labels and some wine.

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 The most practical rail arrival is usually Shin-Shirakawa Station for the reserved Yuttari-Yakon bus or a direct taxi with luggage. Yunokami-Onsen Station is also useful if the ryokan pickup is available, but travelers should confirm transfer arrangements in advance.

Yunokami-Onsen Stationstation
11 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–30 min by carbest checked locally; ryokan pickup is often the practical option
Most useful nearby scenic rail station on the Aizu Railway side; a good choice if the ryokan pickup or a taxi is arranged in advance.
Shin-Shirakawa Stationstation
22 kmabout 55–70 min by carabout 60–90 min depending on reserved bus or local transfer conditions
Best overall rail hub for many travelers because it is on the Tohoku Shinkansen and is linked with the reserved Yuttari-Yakon bus; also practical for a taxi if arriving with luggage.
Shirakawa Stationstation
23 kmabout 60–75 min by carcan be useful for regional bus access, but usually less convenient than Shin-Shirakawa
Useful mainly for travelers already on local JR lines; for most visitors, Shin-Shirakawa is the easier transfer point.
Futamata Onsen Bus Stopbus
160 mabout 3–10 min depending on exact drop-off point and luggageabout 3–5 min by taxiserved by limited local or reservation-based services; best checked locally
Closest bus access for the ryokan area; useful if you have confirmed the bus in advance, but service is limited so do not rely on spontaneous connections.
Iwase-Yumoto Onsen Bus Stopbus
2.3 kmabout 30 min walkabout 10–15 min by carabout 10–20 min onward by local connection or taxi, best checked locally
Helpful as an intermediate onsen-area stop on local access routes; practical if combining bus and short taxi transfer.
Fukushima Airportairport
39 kmabout 70–90 min by carusually slower and involves rail or bus transfers; best checked locally
Useful mainly for domestic arrivals into Fukushima Prefecture; a rental car or arranged ground transfer is usually the simplest onward option.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Rare spring-fed rock bathIts signature bath is unusually special because hot spring water bubbles up from beneath the bath floor itself. That gives the bathing experience a fresher, more distinctive feel than a standard filled tub.
Five different natural hot springsThis ryokan is built around five separate spring sources and five baths, which makes the onsen experience feel varied rather than repetitive. If you choose this property, the baths are clearly the main attraction.
Deep mountain atmosphereThe setting in Futamata Onsen feels secluded, quiet, and surrounded by nature, which suits travelers looking for a true hidden-onsen mood. Seasonal scenery adds a lot, especially greenery, autumn colors, and snow views.
Strong regional food focusMeals highlight Fukushima ingredients rather than generic ryokan fare, including options centered on Fukushima beef and other local specialties. That makes dinner part of the destination, not just a formality.
Small-scale, personal stayWith a limited number of rooms, the inn feels intimate and calm instead of busy or anonymous. This size usually works well for travelers who value quiet over resort-style energy.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Access is not very easyReaching the ryokan is relatively time-consuming, especially without a car, and transport often requires planning ahead. It fits remote-escape travelers better than people wanting simple station-to-hotel convenience.
Facilities are modestThis is more of a traditional hidden hot-spring inn than a fully equipped modern hotel, so amenity levels are not the main draw. Travelers expecting upscale extras or extensive facilities may find it limited.
Outdoor bath availability can varyThe ryokan has had periods of outdoor-bath disruption and renovation, so not every bath feature is guaranteed at all times. If rotenburo access is essential to your stay, this is worth double-checking before booking.
Hot spring water may feel very hotSome guests find the water noticeably hot, which can be wonderful for onsen enthusiasts but less comfortable for travelers who prefer gentler soaking temperatures. It may not be the easiest introduction for first-time bathers.
Nature comes with inconveniencesBecause of the rural mountain setting, occasional insects and other rustic inconveniences can be part of the experience. Travelers who are very sensitive to this may prefer a more controlled urban or luxury ryokan environment.

Current position: 21st out of 43 ryokans in Fukushima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current 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