Fushio Onsen Fushiokaku

I had known about this accommodation for around 50 years, as I passed by it several times a year, but I had never stayed there before. This time, I decided to visit this onsen accommodation with close friends to enjoy a wild boar hot pot for the first time. Since I had known about it for so long, I imagined it to be a very old accommodation. Indeed, there were signs of age in many places, but rather than being unpleasant, it gave off a nostalgic Showa-era charm. There were also many renovated areas such as the rooms and dining spaces, so it didn’t feel entirely outdated. The meal (wild boar hot pot) was delicious; however, finishing everything was quite challenging for four middle-aged to elderly men. It might be just right for younger guests, but since most of the other guests seemed to be middle-aged or older as well, offering a plan with smaller portions at more reasonable prices could attract more repeat customers. In summer, the outdoor pool makes this place lively with families; however, the bathwater felt too hot for children. As this is an authentic and relaxing onsen accommodation located nearby,I would love to bring my family next time if there’s an even more affordable weekday plan available.Thank you to all the staff members for providing us with such an enjoyable experience!

Just 15 minutes by shuttle service from Hankyu Ikeda Station, this accommodation is located in a truly serene area surrounded by nature. The bath is very spacious, and the meals are excellent. Notably, the portions are surprisingly generous. I chose the Miyama Kaiseki (meat), and the amount of shabu-shabu meat was quite substantial. Additionally, one of the highlights here is that even the dessert at the end has a satisfying portion size, which significantly enhances overall satisfaction. The hospitality was outstanding—100 out of 100 points! The breakfast also offered a wide variety of options, and I particularly enjoyed trying the landlady's "beef tendon curry." As for the room, it was clean and included an open-air bath attached to it, which was very relaxing. The elevator may be old-fashioned but had a retro charm that made it enjoyable. This is definitely an accommodation I'd love to visit again! One minor issue: I noticed that some clips on hangers for pants were quite damaged—please fix those if possible. Thank you very much!