Yufuin Onsen Higashi Shouan

I chose this room because I really wanted to see the view of Mount Yufu from the window. Although the weather was great that day, the high humidity caused a thick white fog, and I couldn't enjoy the view at all. Since it's nature, there's nothing that can be done about it, but it was very disappointing. However, the room was very quiet. The bath had plenty of towels prepared, and I enjoyed the Onsen. The meals were also delicious, and the staff were polite and very kind, making my stay comfortable. I hope to visit again someday to see the view. Thank you very much!

It was a very pleasant accommodation with a great atmosphere. Starting with an alcoholic welcome drink, the room had a traditional Japanese-style design, creating a wonderful ambiance. The dining area featured large windows offering views of Mount Yufu and the tranquil Yufu landscape. The meals included meat, seafood, and vegetables prepared in various ways, allowing us to enjoy them at our leisure. Additionally, free drinks including alcohol were available during meals, so there was no need to order paid beverages for satisfaction. At night, the front desk counter transforms into a self-service free drink corner with alcohol options as well—perfect for those who enjoy drinking. Breakfast offered plenty of side dishes that paired well with rice; one bowl was certainly not enough! Of course, refills were allowed without hesitation. You could also opt to switch from white rice to medicinal porridge if preferred. The bath in the room was designed to give an open-air feel despite being indoors and had perfect temperature and water flow settings.What stood out most was the exceptional service provided by one of the staff members during our meal—a calm and attentive individual of Asian descent who made our family feel truly relaxed.On the downside, there were some minor issues: construction work next door affected the view from our room slightly negatively; also, we encountered a centipede near the entrance just before bedtime which startled us all—but considering it’s surrounded by nature, such occurrences are understandable.Overall though, my family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here—it’s an accommodation I would highly recommend!