Hida Takayama's Inner Sanctuary Yatsusankan

It’s worth traveling to Hida-Furukawa just to stay at this Accommodation. The building, constructed in the Meiji era, has been tastefully modernized while preserving its dignity and charm, making it a very comfortable place to spend time. The mountain-village cuisine—centered on Hida beef and river fish—is rustic yet refined, and feels like something you can only experience here. The staff’s hospitality is also excellent. The only drawback is that the entrance can be hard to find when walking from the station at night; I ended up standing helplessly in front of the old entrance, knocking with no response. When I tried to call, my phone showed a confusing “ENECHANGE EV charging station” label (apparently because there is an EV charging spot on-site), which added to the confusion. A brief note explaining this would be helpful.

Everything was excellent. I felt the true essence of a long-established Ryokan. It seems to have undergone renovations, but they have managed to modernize it without losing its original charm. The furnishings, casually placed around, are irreplaceable treasures that exude history. The open-air bath was a luxurious experience, especially enjoying snow-viewing sake alone amidst the snow from the previous day. The food was impeccable, and I deeply appreciate the hospitality of the proprietress. Although it's a bit far from Osaka, I would love to visit again.