Shōgetsu, source Kinomiya à Atami

7.2
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.2/10, based on 137 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 Old Town Sea Views Hot Spring Bath
Staff 8,2/10
Facilities 6,9/10
Cleanliness 7,5/10
Comfort 7,2/10
Value for money 7,1/10
Location 7,8/10

Ryokan highlights

Small Atami hot-spring ryokan near Kinomiya Station and Kinomiya Shrine, focused on easy access and natural onsen.

Kinomiya Station WalkAbout five minutes on foot from Kinomiya Station, making arrivals simple.
Shrine-Area OnsenNatural hot spring water is drawn from the Kinomiya Shrine area.
Near Kinomiya ShrineA convenient base for visiting Kinomiya Shrine and its spiritual atmosphere.
Central Atami BaseWell placed for exploring central Atami while staying off the busiest beachfront strip.
Relaxed Small StayIntimate scale suits travelers who prefer a quieter, low-key ryokan feel.
Good Walkable AreaWalkable surroundings help guests reach local sights, shops, and the beach area.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town setting is the main driver: arrive for baths and shrine area walking, stay through dinnerless evening and simple breakfast, then explore central Atami or depart onward.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used for a simple 1-night or relaxed 2-night Atami onsen stop near Kinomiya Shrine, not as a long regional base.

Know before booking

Many stairsThe retro building has no elevator and steep stairs, so mobility-limited travelers should avoid it.
Simple serviceThis is not a full luxury ryokan; some stays are room-only and futon setup is self-service.
Sloped accessIt sits on Atami hillside streets, so station walks with heavy luggage can feel harder than the map suggests.

Food & drinks

This small Atami ryokan matches the Kamijukucho address and mainly offers a simple on-site self-service breakfast, with useful cafés and sushi nearby around Kinomiya.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Ryokan meal space for free self-service light breakfast.

  • ToastfoodSimple morning toast.
  • Boiled eggfoodClassic light breakfast item.
  • BananafoodEasy grab-and-go fruit.
  • CoffeedrinkHot self-service coffee.
  • JuicedrinkBasic breakfast drink.
Atami Purin Kinomiya Station (nearby)
nearby5 min walk

Station café for pudding sweets and takeaway drinks.

  • Atami puddingspecialtySignature local pudding.
  • Drinkable puddingdrinkSweet pudding drink.
  • Pudding soft servespecialtySoft serve with pudding flavor.
Sushikan Atami (nearby)
nearbynear Kinomiya Station

Nearby sushi restaurant useful for seafood-focused meals.

  • SushifoodAssorted sushi pieces.
  • SashimifoodFresh sliced seafood.
  • Local seafoodspecialtyAtami area seafood dishes.
  • SakedrinkGood match with sushi.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in central Atami on a hillside near Kinomiya Shrine, with Kinomiya Station as the most convenient rail access and Atami Station as the main regional gateway.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

A good fit for travelers who want a simple, old-school Atami stay with a distinctive hot spring source and easy access to Kinomiya Shrine. It is less suitable if you want full ryokan service, modern luxury, or barrier-free comfort.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Rare spring tied to KinomiyaThe inn is known for using a natural hot spring drawn from the Kinomiya area near Kinomiya Shrine, which gives the stay a more place-specific feel than a generic Atami bath.
  • Great base for Kinomiya ShrineIt is only a short walk from Kinomiya Station and very close to Kinomiya Shrine, so it works especially well for travelers who want quiet sightseeing away from Atami Station crowds.
  • Old Atami atmosphereThis property leans into a retro Showa-era mood rather than a polished resort style, which can feel charming and memorable if you like nostalgic Japanese inns.
  • Good value for a hot spring stayThe inn presents itself as a more affordable onsen option in Atami, with simple facilities and self-service elements helping keep the stay relatively budget-friendly.
  • Some rooms get sea and fireworks appealCertain rooms and the rooftop area can offer open views toward the sea, and this can be especially attractive on Atami fireworks event days.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Lots of stairsThe building does not have an elevator, and the stairs are described as steep, so it may be uncomfortable for guests with heavy luggage, mobility limits, or small children.
  • More self-service than classic ryokanThis is not the kind of ryokan with full in-room pampering; some practical parts of the stay, such as futon setup, are handled by guests themselves.
  • Not a luxury propertyThe inn openly positions itself as simple rather than upscale, so travelers expecting high-end design, elaborate kaiseki, or premium resort facilities may feel underwhelmed.
  • Shared-bath style may not suit everyoneThe bathing setup is oriented around communal hot spring use, which may be less comfortable for guests who strongly prefer private in-room bathing.
  • Hilly location can feel inconvenientIts setting on Atami's slopes near Kinomiya adds charm, but the uphill and downhill walking may be tiring if you plan frequent trips with luggage or late-night returns.

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