Yunomori, Okunikko Yumoto Onsen

9.2

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.2/10, based on 29 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 Current ryokan	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	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 2:00 PM

Mountain Setting Forest Surroundings Hot Spring Town Lake Views National Park Private Onsen

Location

321-1662 Tochigi, Nikko, 湯元温泉, Japan

Staff 9,1/10

Facilities 9,4/10

Cleanliness 9,5/10

Comfort 9,3/10

Value for money 8,9/10

Location 9,0/10

Private Open-Air BathsAll rooms feature attached open-air baths with free-flowing natural hot spring water.

Oku-Nikko SeclusionSet in Yumoto Onsen, it offers a calm forest-side base away from central Nikko crowds.

Local Kaiseki FocusMeals highlight Tochigi Wagyu, Nikko yuba, and seasonal Japanese ingredients.

Flexible Room StylesJapanese-modern, Western-style, and Zen room types suit different travel preferences.

Relaxing Public BathBesides in-room baths, guests can also unwind in a larger communal onsen.

Nature-Rich AtmosphereMountain and forest surroundings create a tranquil, restorative Oku-Nikko escape.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town setting is the main driver: arrive by afternoon, soak before dinner, enjoy the in-room open-air bath at night, then use the next day for Lake Yunoko, Yudaki Falls, or Senjogahara before moving on.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a quiet 1–2 night onsen-and-nature stay in Oku-Nikko, not as a convenient base for wider Nikko sightseeing.

Know before booking

Remote From Core NikkoIt is in Yumoto Onsen high in Oku-Nikko, so Toshogu and central Nikko are far for repeated back-and-forth sightseeing.

Limited Evening OptionsYumoto Onsen is a small hot spring village, so nightlife and restaurant variety are limited outside the ryokan.

Cash CautionThe official site states credit cards are not accepted, so confirm payment terms before arrival.

Mori no Kura (on-site)

on-site

On-site Japanese creative course dining with local delicacies.

Nikko Yumoto Rest House (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Useful casual stop by Lake Yunoko for lunch, coffee, and simple meals.

Yumoto Itaya (nearby)

nearbyabout 250 m

Nearby inn dining known for seasonal Japanese cuisine.

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 Tobu-Nikko Station or JR Nikko Station and continue by Tobu bus to Yumoto Onsen, then walk about 5–10 minutes depending on luggage and road conditions. If arriving with bulky bags, in snow, or late in the day, a short local taxi transfer from the bus stop may be easier if available.

Tobu-Nikko Stationstation
19 kmabout 60–80 min depending on traffic and seasonabout 80–95 min by direct bus to Yumoto Onsen, plus a short walk
Usually the best rail gateway for visitors from Tokyo using Tobu Railway; transfer here to the Yumoto Onsen bus.
JR Nikko Stationstation
19 kmabout 60–80 min depending on traffic and seasonabout 80–95 min by bus to Yumoto Onsen, plus a short walk
Useful for travelers arriving by JR, especially via Utsunomiya; bus access onward to Yumoto Onsen is straightforward.
Utsunomiya Stationstation
51 kmabout 90–120 mintypically about 2–2.5 hours with JR transfer to Nikko and onward bus
A useful wider-area rail hub if you are arriving by Shinkansen; continue to JR Nikko before taking the bus up to Yumoto Onsen.
Yumoto Onsen Bus Stopbus
510 mabout 5–10 minabout 2–5 min by taxi if available
The key last-mile stop for the ryokan and usually the most useful arrival point for guests coming by public transport.
Chuzenji Onsen Bus Stopbus
9.9 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 minabout 30–45 min by bus to Yumoto Onsen
A practical intermediate transfer area in Okunikko if combining Lake Chuzenji sightseeing with a ryokan stay.
Nishi-Sando Bus Stopbus
17 kmabout 55–75 minabout 65–90 min total via onward bus toward Yumoto Onsen
Useful mainly for travelers stopping at the Nikko shrine area before continuing to Okunikko; not the primary arrival point for the ryokan.
Haneda Airportairport
144 kmabout 3.5–4.5 hours in favorable conditionsoften about 4–5.5 hours via Tokyo rail connections and Nikko bus transfer
Usually the most practical airport for many international visitors heading first to Tokyo and then onward to Nikko by rail.
Narita International Airportairport
144 kmabout 4–5 hours in favorable conditionsoften about 4.5–6 hours depending on rail or bus connections
Useful for international arrivals, but generally less convenient than Haneda for this ryokan unless your itinerary already fits Narita access.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Private open-air bath in every roomAll rooms come with their own outdoor bath fed directly by the hot spring source, which makes the stay feel far more intimate and relaxing than a standard ryokan.
Small-scale and peaceful atmosphereWith only 12 rooms, the property feels quiet and low-density, which is especially appealing for couples or travelers who want a calm retreat rather than a busy resort.
Strong sense of wood and mountain warmthThe inn emphasizes a warm wooden interior and a cozy design style that fits the forested Oku-Nikko setting well, giving the stay a distinctly restful character.
Good base for Oku-Nikko natureIt is in Yumoto Onsen, a tranquil hot spring area near Lake Yunoko and hiking zones in Nikko National Park, so it works well for travelers combining onsen time with walks and scenery.
Local-style meal focusThe cuisine highlights Tochigi Wagyu, Nikko yuba, seasonal ingredients, and dashi made with local water, which gives dinner a more regional identity than generic kaiseki.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Remote from central NikkoThe ryokan is deep in Oku-Nikko, so reaching it takes an extra bus ride from Nikko Station and is less convenient for travelers who want quick access to the shrine area or frequent sightseeing transfers.
Cashless travelers may struggleThe property states that credit cards are not accepted, which can be inconvenient if you prefer to pay on-site without carrying enough cash.
Limited room inventoryBecause it is a very small inn, the room types can sell out quickly and you may have fewer options if you are booking late or traveling as a larger group.
More retreat than full-service resortThe appeal here is quiet bathing and rest, not a long list of facilities, so travelers wanting entertainment, multiple dining venues, or extensive amenities may find it too understated.
Yumoto weather can shape the tripIts highland setting is part of the charm, but it also means colder conditions and a more weather-dependent experience, especially if your plan depends on walking around the area.

Current position: 19th out of 76 ryokans in Tochigi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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