Kinugawa Onsen Hana no Yado Matsuya

8.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.1/10, based on 266 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Iizukatei	9.5/10	121
🥈 2nd	Nikko Senhime Monogatari	9.2/10	594
🥉 3rd	Yurara Marukyō, Kinugawa Onsen	9.2/10	216
4th	Hatago Nagomi	9.1/10	1,363
5th	Kinugawa Onsen Sanraku	9.1/10	313
6th	Honke Bankyu	9.2/10	120
7th	Shelter Garden Nikko	9.2/10	113
8th	Minshuku Fukufuji	9.4/10	47
9th	Shiunso	9.1/10	113
10th	Nikko Hoshino Yado	9.0/10	177
11th	Kinugawa Onsen Hotel	8.9/10	1,167
12th	Itamuro Onsen Daikokuya	9.1/10	79
13th	Hana to Hana	8.9/10	423
14th	Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel	8.8/10	1,983
15th	Hacho no Yu	8.8/10	548
16th	Kanaya Hotel Kinugawa	8.8/10	230
17th	Yumoto Itaya	8.8/10	213
18th	Hotel Seikoen	8.8/10	175
19th	Yunomori, Okunikko Yumoto Onsen	9.2/10	29
20th	Nikko Kanaya Hotel	8.7/10	1,109
21st	Hotel Harumoto	8.8/10	110
22nd	Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto	8.7/10	296
23rd	Nasu Onsen Sanraku	8.7/10	176
24th	Sansuikaku, auberge des hauts plateaux de Nasu	8.9/10	41
25th	Isamikan	8.7/10	112
26th	Chuzenji Pension	8.7/10	104
27th	Tsuganoki	8.7/10	96
28th	Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki	8.5/10	1,404
29th	Ashionoyado Kajika	8.6/10	80
30th	Nasu-Onsen Shinshun no Kago Hewitt Resort	8.7/10	33
31st	Hotel Shirakawa Yunokura	8.4/10	321
32nd	Oyado Ichifuji	8.4/10	98
33rd	Jizaiso	8.6/10	24
34th	TAOYA Nasu Shiobara	8.3/10	689
35th	Nasushiobara Masudaya	8.5/10	28
36th	Nikko Tokanso	8.3/10	159
37th	Nanpeidai Onsen Hotel	8.3/10	153
38th	Kouunsou	8.6/10	17
39th	Hotel Shikisai	8.2/10	1,833
40th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Kinugawa Kanko Hotel	8.2/10	516
41st	Sakahijiri Nikko	8.2/10	200
42nd	Kinugawa Park Hotels	8.2/10	187
43rd	Nasu Muku no Ne	8.9/10	6
44th	Issinkan	8.2/10	99
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Premier Shiobara	8.1/10	1,280
46th	KAMENOI HOTEL Okunikko	8.1/10	651
47th	Kinugawa Onsen Hana no Yado Matsuya Current ryokan	8.1/10	266
48th	Yama no Ie	8.1/10	111
49th	Tokiwa Ryokan	8.1/10	67
50th	森のうた Morinouta Forest Stay in Nikko	8.1/10	67
51st	Hotel Yunishigawa	8.0/10	1,188
52nd	Gensenkan	8.0/10	623
53rd	Pension Balmy	7.9/10	8
54th	YU-FURI Nasu-Takao Onsen Lodge	7.9/10	14
55th	Banshō Nasu-Shiobara	7.1/10	1
56th	Nasu Hoshi no Akari	7.9/10	110
57th	Hotel New Momiji	7.9/10	584
58th	Bettei Nakanoya	5.0/10	1
59th	Yutorelo Nasushiobara	7.8/10	1,814
60th	KAMENOI HOTEL Nikko Yunishigawa All-Inclusive Resort	7.5/10	372
61st	Hotel Kinu	7.1/10	25
62nd	Iwaiyado Jyuan Nikko Kawaji onsen	7.1/10	27
63rd	Hotel Manyotei	7.4/10	574
64th	Lake Side Nikko Hotel	7.3/10	258
65th	Kinugawa Royal Hotel	7.2/10	1,369
66th	Kinugawa Plaza Hotel	7.1/10	369
67th	Itoen Hotel New Sakura	7.0/10	1,329
68th	LiVEMAX RESORT Kinugawa	6.7/10	1,220
69th	Hotel New Ohruri	6.5/10	1,078
70th	Shiobara Onsen Hotel Ohruri	6.3/10	154
71st	kinugawaonsen Fukumatsu	6.3/10	1,102
72nd	Hotel Kosho	3.8/10	16
73rd	Wakaki Ryokan – Nasu Yumoto Onsen	4.3/10	58
74th	Itoen Hotel Shiobara	4.3/10	220
75th	LiVEMAX RESORT Kawaji	4.0/10	877
76th	Nasushiobara Ichimantei	3.3/10	210

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

Mountain Setting Valley Scenery Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Reservable Bath

Location

321-2521 Tochigi, Nikko, Fujiwara 19, Japan

Staff 8,3/10

Facilities 8,1/10

Cleanliness 8,2/10

Comfort 8,0/10

Value for money 7,9/10

Location 8,3/10

Kinugawa Gorge SettingSet along the gorge in Kinugawa Onsen, with a calmer natural setting.

River-View Open-Air BathsRock-built rotenburo look out toward the Kinugawa River for scenic soaking.

All Rooms Face NatureGuest rooms are positioned to enjoy natural Kinugawa views from large windows.

Private Bath OptionA reservable private bath suits couples, friends, and families with small children.

Seasonal Kaiseki MealsDinner focuses on seasonal ingredients, with Tochigi produce and kaiseki-style courses.

Easy Train AccessReachable from Tokyo in about two hours, with access via Kinugawa-Koen Station.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and onsen are the strongest reasons to stay here: arrive mid-afternoon, use the baths before dinner, sleep in the gorge-side setting, enjoy breakfast, then either depart or add one nearby Kinugawa sightseeing day.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or relaxed 2-night onsen stay in Kinugawa, especially if you want baths, dinner, and easy access to nearby leisure attractions rather than central Nikko temple-focused touring.

Know before booking

Not central NikkoThis is in Kinugawa Onsen, not the shrine-and-temple area around Tobu Nikko, so temple-heavy sightseeing adds extra transit.

Easy to overstayWithout plans for Edo Wonderland, Tobu World Square, or a slow onsen break, more than two nights can feel thin.

Winter driving cautionRoad conditions can be snowy from late December to late March, so winter self-drive plans need proper tires or chains.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main meal venue for seasonal kaiseki and breakfast.

Lounge (on-site)

on-site

Relaxed lounge for coffee or tea after a stroll.

Wasai Studio (nearby)

nearbynear Kinugawa Onsen area

Useful nearby lunch stop with local yuba dishes.

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 by rail at Kinugawa-Onsen Station and continue by local train, taxi, or area bus depending on luggage and arrival time. If you want the shortest final approach, Kinugawa-Koen Station is the closest station and is often the easiest on foot if luggage is light.

Kinugawa-Koen Stationstation
240 mFujiwara 19, Nikko, Tochigi, Japanabout 2-5 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxi
Best nearby station for a short final approach; practical if you are traveling light, but a taxi may still be easier with large luggage or in bad weather.
Shin-Fujiwara Stationstation
1.3 kmFujiwara, Nikko, Tochigi, Japanbest checked locallyabout 5-10 min by taxiabout 2-5 min by local train to Kinugawa-Koen Station
Useful mainly as a local transfer station on the Kinugawa area rail network rather than as a primary tourist arrival point.
Kinugawa-Onsen Stationstation
2.3 kmKinugawa Onsen Ohara 1390, Nikko, Tochigi, Japannot ideal on foot for most travelersabout 5-10 min by taxiabout 10-20 min by local train, bus, or hotel-area transport depending on timing
Main arrival station for limited express and regional rail access; the most useful transfer point if coming from Tokyo or other major cities.
Asakusa Stationstation
126 kmHanakawado 1-chome, Taito, Tokyo, Japanabout 1.9 h by carabout 2-3 hr by direct or limited express rail to the Kinugawa area, then a short local transfer
A very practical Tokyo departure point because Tobu services connect directly toward Kinugawa-Onsen, reducing transfers for many travelers.
Tokyo Stationstation
129 kmMarunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japanabout 2 h by caroften about 2.5-3.5 hr overall with rail transfers
Useful for travelers arriving by Shinkansen or long-distance rail, but it usually involves more transfers than starting from the Tobu side of Tokyo.
Kinugawa-Onsen Station Dial Bus / hotel-area bus boarding pointbus
2.3 kmAround Kinugawa-Onsen Station, Nikko, Tochigi, Japanabout 30 min walkabout 6–11 min by taxivaries; often about 10-20 min to hotels in the resort area
Useful if you prefer not to walk from the station and want a luggage-friendly last-mile option into the Kinugawa Onsen hotel area; service patterns should be checked locally.
Fukushima Airportairport
76 kmSukagawa, Fukushima, Japanbest checked locallyusually less straightforward than via Tokyo and best checked locally
Possible but generally a secondary choice; include only if your itinerary already uses Fukushima-area transport links.
Narita International Airportairport
134 kmNarita, Chiba, Japangenerally not recommended all the way by taxioften about 3.5-4.5 hr overall via Tokyo rail connections
Useful for international arrivals, but the trip is typically longer and more transfer-heavy than from Haneda.
Tokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport)airport
144 kmOta, Tokyo, Japangenerally not recommended all the way by taxioften about 3-4 hr overall via Tokyo rail connections
Usually the most practical airport for reaching Kinugawa if flying into Tokyo, especially for domestic arrivals and many international connections.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Riverside setting with a calmer moodThe ryokan sits along the Kinugawa gorge, giving many rooms and common areas a natural river-and-mountain outlook. It feels more secluded and restful than properties right by the busiest station area.
Some rooms include open-air bathsCertain room types come with private open-air baths facing the Kinugawa scenery, which is a strong upgrade for couples or travelers wanting a more intimate onsen stay. This adds privacy without losing the ryokan atmosphere.
Distinct Taisho-romantic characterThe property leans into a Taisho-era aesthetic with Takehisa Yumeji artwork and a nostalgic interior style. If you like ryokans with personality instead of anonymous modern decor, this one stands out.
Traditional stay with proper dinner-and-breakfast appealMeals focus on seasonal Japanese cuisine and local Tochigi drinks, which strengthens the classic ryokan experience. It is especially appealing if you want your stay to feel culinary, not just functional.
Good fit for small groups or familiesThe room mix includes larger tatami rooms and Japanese-Western rooms with twin beds plus tatami space. That makes it easier to choose between a more traditional setup and a more practical sleeping arrangement.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not the easiest walk with luggageIt is closer in feel to the quieter Kinugawa Koen side, and reaching it can be less convenient than staying right near the main station hub. Travelers with heavy bags may find arrival and departure a bit cumbersome.
Old-school style may feel datedIts nostalgic atmosphere is part of the charm, but some guests may read that same character as aging rather than refined. If you want crisp contemporary design, this ryokan is unlikely to be the best match.
Less suited to nightlife or walkable diningThe setting is peaceful, but that also means fewer immediate distractions around you compared with more central onsen town stays. Guests who want to stroll out late for lots of shops and dining may find it too quiet.
Room quality can vary by categoryThe experience depends heavily on which room type you book, especially if river views or a private bath matter to you. Choosing a basic room may deliver a much less memorable stay than the higher categories.
Traditional ryokan rhythm is not for everyoneThis is the kind of place that works best if you want to slow down, soak, dine, and spend time inside the property. Travelers looking for a highly flexible hotel-style stay may find the experience too structured.

Current position: 47th out of 76 ryokans in Tochigi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
42nd	Kinugawa Park Hotels	8.2/10	187
43rd	Nasu Muku no Ne	8.9/10	6
44th	Issinkan	8.2/10	99
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Premier Shiobara	8.1/10	1,280
46th	KAMENOI HOTEL Okunikko	8.1/10	651
47th	Kinugawa Onsen Hana no Yado Matsuya Current ryokan	8.1/10	266
48th	Yama no Ie	8.1/10	111
49th	Tokiwa Ryokan	8.1/10	67
50th	森のうた Morinouta Forest Stay in Nikko	8.1/10	67
51st	Hotel Yunishigawa	8.0/10	1,188
52nd	Gensenkan	8.0/10	623