Wan Wan Paradise Premier Shiobara

8.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.1/10, based on 1,280 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 Current ryokan	8.1/10	1,280
46th	KAMENOI HOTEL Okunikko	8.1/10	651
47th	Kinugawa Onsen Hana no Yado Matsuya	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

Riverside Location Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath

Location

329-2921 Tochigi, Nasushiobara, Shiobara 1256, Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 8,0/10

Cleanliness 8,0/10

Comfort 8,0/10

Value for money 8,0/10

Location 8,0/10

Dog-Friendly StayA dedicated dog-friendly ryokan brand, designed for travelers staying with their pets.

Shiobara Onsen BathsHot spring bathing is a core draw, with indoor and open-air onsen options.

Mountain Nature SettingSet in the Shiobara area, surrounded by seasonal mountain scenery and calm atmosphere.

Seasonal Local DiningMeals emphasize seasonal cuisine, adding a clear regional travel experience.

Station Shuttle AccessPickup bus access from Nasushiobara Station helps guests without a car.

Relaxed Resort FeelThe setting suits quiet onsen stays with a more relaxed, getaway-style atmosphere.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town rhythm is the main driver here: arrive mid-afternoon, use the baths, have kaiseki dinner, sleep in, breakfast buffet, then add a town walk or bridge/footbath stop if staying a second night.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or relaxed 2-night dog-friendly onsen stay in Shiobara Onsen, not as a major sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Car helps a lotThe hotel is about 20 minutes by car from Nishinasuno-Shiobara IC, so it is easier with a car than as a rail-heavy stop.

Limited long-stay densityShiobara has some nearby sights, but this area usually supports 1-2 nights better than a long regional base.

Dog-focused positioningThis property is especially designed for travelers with dogs, so non-pet travelers wanting a classic ryokan atmosphere may prefer elsewhere.

Restaurant Seseragi (on-site)

on-site

Main dining room for western-style kaiseki and buffet breakfast.

Senbonmatsu Farm Restaurant (nearby)

nearbyabout 20 min drive

Dog-friendly ranch restaurant with casual meals and terrace seating.

Bonfire (nearby)

nearbyabout 30 min drive

Glamping cafe and BBQ spot where guests can dine with dogs.

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 at JR Nasushiobara Station by Shinkansen, then continue by bus toward Shiobara Onsen and finish by local bus stop or taxi. If carrying luggage or traveling with pets, a taxi from the Shiobara Onsen bus area or from a major JR station is often the easiest final step.

Nishi-Nasuno Stationstation
15 kmabout 25–35 min by car or taxiabout 40–60 min by bus, depending on service pattern
Useful alternate JR access point on the conventional line and a practical bus departure point for Shiobara Onsen. Often convenient if you are not using the Shinkansen.
Nasushiobara Stationstation
19 kmabout 35–45 min by car or taxiabout 50–70 min by bus, depending on connections
Best main rail gateway for long-distance travelers, especially from Tokyo via Tohoku Shinkansen. Most visitors should route through here first, then continue by bus or taxi into Shiobara Onsen.
Nanatsuiwa Suspension Bridge Bus Stopbus
280 mabout 5–10 min on footabout 2–5 min by taxibest checked locally
Potentially one of the closest practical local stops for the property area. Useful if you prefer a short walk and are traveling light.
Shiobara Onsen Bus Terminalbus
1.1 kmabout 10–20 min on foot depending on baggage and exact routeabout 5–10 min by taxilocal arrival point within the onsen area
Most useful local bus hub for the final approach into Shiobara Onsen. Good transfer point if you want a short taxi ride to the ryokan.
Fukushima Airportairport
61 kmabout 75–100 min by car, depending on conditionsusually slower and may require multiple transfers
Reasonable regional airport option for domestic access in northern Kanto/Tohoku, but usually less convenient than arriving by rail from Tokyo. Best if flight schedules suit your trip.
Haneda Airportairport
158 kmnot usually recommended directly by roadcommonly several hours via Tokyo rail transfer and Shinkansen
Good choice for international and many domestic arrivals because it connects efficiently into Tokyo rail networks. Usually best paired with train travel onward to Nasushiobara Station.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Excellent for traveling with dogsThis property is clearly built around dog-friendly stays rather than merely allowing pets. That makes the experience much smoother if your trip is centered on bringing your dog along.
Hot spring stay in a quiet Shiobara settingThe ryokan sits in the Shiobara Onsen area, giving you the atmosphere of a proper onsen getaway instead of a generic roadside hotel. It suits travelers looking for a calmer, nature-linked base.
Convenient for nearby sightseeingYou are well placed for spots such as Yuppo no Sato, Kotarogafuchi, and Mikaeri Waterfall. That makes it easy to combine baths, short scenic outings, and relaxed local exploration.
Local touches in the foodThe dining emphasizes regional ingredients and Tochigi-area flavors, which gives meals more character than a standard buffet-only experience. It adds a stronger sense of place to the stay.
Practical stay for driversFree parking and a location suited to arriving by car make it convenient for road-trippers exploring Nasushiobara and the wider resort area. It works especially well if you plan to move between nature spots.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Best suited to dog ownersIf you are not traveling with a dog, part of the hotel's appeal may feel wasted on you. Some travelers may also prefer a more neutral atmosphere rather than a pet-focused one.
Not the most central walk-everywhere baseAlthough it is close to some attractions, this is not the kind of stay where a lively restaurant-and-shop district is right outside the door. Travelers wanting a busier onsen town core may find it quiet.
Room count is relatively limitedWith a modest number of rooms, popular dates can feel competitive and options may narrow faster. That can matter if you want a very specific room type or are booking late.
Style may feel more practical than luxuriousThis stay is more about comfort, baths, and dog-friendly function than ultra-refined ryokan elegance. Travelers expecting a highly exclusive or design-led experience may find it simpler than hoped.
Access is easier by car than by rail aloneFor many travelers, getting here is more straightforward as part of a driving itinerary. If you prefer seamless train-based travel with minimal transfers, the journey may feel less convenient.

Current position: 45th out of 76 ryokans in Tochigi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	8.1/10	1,280
46th	KAMENOI HOTEL Okunikko	8.1/10	651
47th	Kinugawa Onsen Hana no Yado Matsuya	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