Gora Hanaougi Madoka no Mori

This is the first time I’ve stayed at such a wonderful Accommodation. From the kind thoughtfulness of the person who picked us up at the station, to being warmly welcomed by many staff members at the spacious entrance upon arrival, our excitement only grew. In this very quiet setting, we enjoyed pudding and drinks while looking out at the garden—and I was pleasantly surprised they even had beer.\nThe open-air bath in the Room was a little hot, but after adding a bit of cold water it was just right and felt amazing.\nWhat I looked forward to most was the food, and it was truly delicious. Everything was stylish, and we enjoyed every bite—simply saying “it was good” wouldn’t do it justice; everything was outstanding. The tuna sashimi in particular melted in my mouth and disappeared—it was unforgettable.\nThank you very much for taking such great care of us.

The price is on the higher side, but I felt it is a good Ryokan that provides service worthy of the cost. The in-house facilities are new and clean, and I was able to stay very comfortably. While there wasn’t a single standout dish, the meals were high quality overall and very satisfying. What I especially liked was the Onsen. The open-air bath with mountain views felt wonderfully spacious, offered great scenery, and had a sense of luxury that can only be enjoyed in this location. The hospitality was excellent, and with plenty of staff, service felt attentive throughout. There were also staff members who appeared to be from overseas, but they were considerate and provided polite service. Overall, I thought it was a very good Ryokan.