Hotel Tokaien

Although it was in a neighboring city, we stayed at Hotel Tokai-en upon my mother's request. The New York-style Christmas party, where guests participated in Onsen yukata, was absolutely fantastic! Beautiful illuminations, delicious food everywhere, live jazz performances, and even a surprise visit from Santa Claus wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! It became a wonderful memory for us as mother and daughter. In the evening, on the open deck on the 3rd floor, we enjoyed hot cocoa service while gazing at the lights of Atsumi Peninsula across the sea as the sun set. Roasting marshmallows over a wood-burning stove made them taste even better. The president of the hotel is very friendly and approachable. As this is a long-established hotel popular among locals, I have stayed here several times throughout my life—and I would love to stay again!

We stayed this time with 4 adults and 1 child.As soon as we entered the Room, we had a full view of the ocean—it was amazing. The Room was spacious, and there were yukata for children as well.The bath was also great.Dinner was a kaiseki meal, and breakfast was Japanese-style. I would have preferred a buffet, as I’m not good with rice in the morning.I wish there had been options to choose from.