Onsen Urashima

7.4

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.4/10, based on 172 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Azumi Setoda	9.5/10	243
🥈 2nd	Ryokan Onomichi Nishiyama	9.5/10	102
🥉 3rd	Suminoe Ryokan	9.2/10	569
4th	Onomichi Hansei	9.3/10	137
5th	Kyukamura Ohkunoshima	9.1/10	393
6th	Tomonoura Shiomachi Hotel	9.1/10	55
7th	NIPPONIA HOTEL Takehara Saltworks Town	9.2/10	37
8th	Minshuku Kamagari	8.8/10	218
9th	Sekitei	9.1/10	29
10th	Miyahama Grand Hotel	8.7/10	112
11th	Seaside Katsuragahama-sō	8.3/10	76
12th	Hiroshima no Yado Aioi	8.3/10	54
13th	一棟貸ゲストハウス傾㐂屋 Kabukiya	8.3/10	7
14th	Ikawa Ryokan	8.1/10	324
15th	Keishokan Sazanamitei	8.1/10	99
16th	Itsukaichi First Villa Hiroshima	8.0/10	53
17th	Green Spa Tsutsuga	4.2/10	2
18th	Tenryu Ryokan	7.5/10	614
19th	Onsen Urashima Current ryokan	7.4/10	172
20th	Wholeearth Ryokan Hiroshima	7.3/10	340
21st	Hotel Kamogawaso	7.0/10	98
22nd	LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyahama Onsen	6.8/10	52
23rd	Kasuga Ryokan	7.0/10	196
24th	Tabist Setouchinoyado Takehara Seaside	6.5/10	130

Check-in from 4:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Countryside Escape Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Hot Spring Bath Sauna

Location

722-0215 Hiroshima, Onomichi, Minogocho Minari 2500, Japan

Staff 8,0/10

Facilities 7,0/10

Cleanliness 7,0/10

Comfort 7,0/10

Value for money 8,0/10

Location 6,0/10

Natural Hot SpringGuests have direct access to the attached natural hot spring bath facilities.

Yoro Onsen SettingSet in Onomichi's Yoro Onsen area, surrounded by greenery and a tucked-away atmosphere.

Easy By CarAbout 10 minutes by car from Onomichi Station and the Onomichi interchange.

Local Hidden StayFeels more like a local retreat than a tourist-heavy central Onomichi stay.

Simple Relaxing RoomsA practical ryokan choice for travelers prioritizing rest, baths, and quiet evenings.

Day-Trip Bath AppealKnown for hot spring use beyond overnight stays, suggesting a bath-focused local draw.

Recommended stay1 nightThe strongest driver is route logic and the attached hot-spring bath. Arrive mid-afternoon, soak, eat dinner, sleep early, take breakfast, then move on to central Onomichi, the ropeway area, or the Shimanami route the next day.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a simple 1-night onsen stay on the edge of Onomichi, or 2 nights only if you also want slow Onomichi sightseeing or Shimanami cycling.

Know before booking

Not central OnomichiThis is outside the old hillside port area, so classic Onomichi walks are not right outside the door.

Easy to overstayThe ryokan works best for one restful night; nearby sightseeing density around the property itself is limited.

Shared-bath styleVerified bath access centers on public hot-spring facilities, so private in-room onsen expectations would be risky.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

Simple on-site Japanese meals; exact venue name not clearly published.

Onomichi Roman Coffee Minari (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Popular local cafe for coffee, light meals, and desserts.

Restaurant Aux Herbes (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Casual French dining in the same Minari area.

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 Shin-Onomichi Station and take a short taxi ride to the ryokan, especially with luggage. If you are coming by conventional JR lines or planning time in central Onomichi, Onomichi Station is useful but usually requires a longer taxi or bus-plus-taxi transfer.

Shin-Onomichi Stationstation
2.2 km9381-4 Kuriharacho, Onomichi, Hiroshima 722-0022, Japanabout 30 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxiabout 15–25 min by local bus or taxi, best checked locally
Best overall arrival point for most visitors because it is the nearby Shinkansen station; taxi transfer is usually the simplest option with luggage.
Higashi-Onomichi Stationstation
3.9 kmHigashi-Onomichi, Onomichi, Hiroshima, Japanabout 50 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxiabout 20–35 min depending on local connections
Useful if arriving on the JR Sanyo Main Line from Fukuyama or western Okayama side; generally more practical by taxi than on foot.
Onomichi Stationstation
4.9 km1-1 Higashigoshocho, Onomichi, Hiroshima 722-0036, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–25 min by taxiabout 25–40 min by bus or combined local transfer, best checked locally
Best if you also want the waterfront, ferries, or central Onomichi sightseeing, but it is less direct to the ryokan than Shin-Onomichi Station.
Fukuyama Stationstation
16 km30 Sannomarucho, Fukuyama, Hiroshima 720-0066, Japanabout 35–50 min by taxi or carabout 45–70 min via JR transfer toward Onomichi area, plus local transfer
A strong backup regional hub with frequent Shinkansen and conventional rail services; useful if train timings to Shin-Onomichi are inconvenient.
Onomichi Station Bus Terminalbus
4.9 kmIn front of JR Onomichi Station, Higashigoshocho, Onomichi, Hiroshima, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–25 min by taxi to the ryokanlocal bus links available toward inland Onomichi areas, best checked locally
Helpful for travelers using regional buses or combining rail and bus travel, though a final taxi may still be the easiest step to the ryokan.
Hiroshima Airportairport
26 kmMihara, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japanabout 45–60 min by car or taxi in normal conditionsoften about 70–100 min using airport bus and rail or taxi connections, best checked locally
Usually the most useful airport for this ryokan; best for domestic arrivals and some international links, with onward ground transfer required because the airport has no rail station.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Real onsen focusThe property is built around its natural hot-spring bath, so it offers a more authentic soak-driven stay than a standard business hotel. That makes it especially appealing after a long sightseeing day or a cycling trip.
Good base for driving travelersIt has free parking with a relatively generous capacity, which is a real advantage in Onomichi if you are moving by car. You can also reach the expressway interchange and key road connections fairly easily.
Convenient for mixed-purpose staysIts location works well not only for sightseeing but also for business, sports events, or longer stays around the Onomichi area. This makes it more flexible than a ryokan aimed only at leisure couples.
More affordable ryokan feelThis place tends to sit in a more accessible price range than many full-scale luxury ryokan, while still giving you tatami-style accommodation and an onsen element. It is a solid option if you want the ryokan experience without a premium splurge.
Useful access to local highlightsYou can still reach central Onomichi sights by car in a short time, so it works as a calmer sleeping base outside the busiest tourist core. That balance can be attractive if you want evenings to feel quieter.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not in the atmospheric old townIf your dream stay is in the heart of Onomichi's historic slopes, temple walks, and waterfront charm, this location may feel too removed. The setting is more practical than romantic.
Car is much more convenientAlthough access is possible, the property is clearly easier for guests with a car than for those relying only on trains and walking. Travelers without a vehicle may find transfers less seamless.
Check-in window is fairly narrowLate arrivals can be inconvenient because check-in is not especially flexible. If you are planning a long travel day or evening sightseeing, this may add pressure.
Less of a luxury ryokan experienceThis is not the kind of polished high-end ryokan where architecture, kaiseki, and exclusive service are the main draw. Travelers expecting a special-occasion splurge may find it too simple.
Better for a functional stay than a destination stayThe strongest appeal is the bath and practical base, rather than an exceptional setting or once-in-a-lifetime ambiance. If the accommodation itself is meant to be the centerpiece of your trip, there are more distinctive options.

Current position: 19th out of 24 ryokans in Hiroshima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
14th	Ikawa Ryokan	8.1/10	324
15th	Keishokan Sazanamitei	8.1/10	99
16th	Itsukaichi First Villa Hiroshima	8.0/10	53
17th	Green Spa Tsutsuga	4.2/10	2
18th	Tenryu Ryokan	7.5/10	614
19th	Onsen Urashima Current ryokan	7.4/10	172
20th	Wholeearth Ryokan Hiroshima	7.3/10	340
21st	Hotel Kamogawaso	7.0/10	98
22nd	LiVEMAX RESORT Aki Miyahama Onsen	6.8/10	52
23rd	Kasuga Ryokan	7.0/10	196
24th	Tabist Setouchinoyado Takehara Seaside	6.5/10	130