Shunsai no Yado Iwayu

It is said to be the smallest inn in Misasa Onsen, but it was a quaint and calming traditional ryokan. I appreciated that the futons were set up as beds, but since movement is via stairs with some steps here and there, it might be a bit challenging for those older than us. The aging of the facility is undeniable, but it has been renovated, and the cleaning was thorough, allowing for a pleasant stay. There was an accident during the meal, but the food was incredibly delicious. The moon-viewing soup, eel with grated yam, and sashimi particularly suited my taste. Above all, the quality of the hot spring water is something worth noting. I have stayed at most of the inns in Misasa Onsen, but the quality of the water here was so excellent that you can definitely tell the difference even among the same Misasa waters. My wife mentioned that the water in the women's bath was a bit hot, so she didn't soak for long, but even so, she said, "It's different from the Misasa waters I've experienced before."

I had dinner. Each dish was served in a slightly smaller portion, just the right size to fit in the mouth. There were so many dishes that I was completely full. On the ceramic plate, we grilled beef, pork, chicken, and vegetables. We tried various dishes, and each seasoning was very delicious. The salt-grilled sweetfish was tender and very tasty.