Shiosai Kirara Shokichi

The attendant who took care of us was refreshingly sincere, and we could truly feel their strong spirit of hospitality—it was very comfortable. Thank you very much. This was our first time staying in a Room with an open-air bath, and it was amazing to be able to see the sunrise from the bath. Everything was thoughtfully arranged with great attention to detail, and next time we’d like to relax and enjoy a Multiple Night Stay. We were looking forward to the oyster dishes, and every dish exceeded our expectations—we enjoyed them thoroughly. We were worried because oysters are scarce this year, but we were able to have plenty and were very satisfied. We also went to the oyster okonomiyaki restaurant that the attendant recommended. It was crowded, but it was well worth the wait. We’ll definitely stay again!

This was our return visit less than six months after last September!Even at New Year’s, our family of five can’t always all get together—but when someone says, “Let’s go to Shokichi!” everyone shows up.Because the Ryokan is so comfortable, we always arrive right after check-in time. The view from the Room is wonderful, and then we relax in the Onsen. In the lobby, we enjoy sake and snacks, and the conversation really flows.The dishes are served at just the right pace, and everything tastes amazing—we kept saying “So good!” with every bite.As an aside: first we visited Ako Marine Science Museum (admission 200 yen), then did the free salt-making experience. We sprinkled that salt on an Onsen egg made using the Ryokan’s equipment—perfect with the sake mentioned earlier! The eggs are also sold at the Ryokan.Thanks to all the staff, we were able to spend our time there feeling truly warm and relaxed. We’re very grateful!But there is one thing I regret after coming to Shokichi: I wish we’d discovered it sooner! (Am I Hiroshi Abe or what!)