Hirayama Ryokan

This is the most satisfying Ryokan I have ever stayed at. The hospitality was beyond anything I could have imagined. The owner, the proprietress, and all the staff were wonderful people, and their warmth truly touched my heart. The meals, centered on seafood, featured outstanding ingredients and careful preparation—I was completely satisfied. What deserves special mention is the owner’s 100% buckwheat handmade soba: its aroma and smoothness were exceptional. I live in a prefecture known as a soba mecca, but I have never had soba better than this. Even the breakfast vegetables were all pesticide-free and homegrown, made with real care. The Onsen water was a reddish cloudy spring that felt gentle on the skin and relieved my fatigue. The building has a dignified presence with a sense of history. In every way it was outstanding—an Accommodation that makes you want to return again soon.

If you love food and want to truly enjoy dining, this is the place for you!Every dish in the kaiseki course was delicious, with a great variety and very satisfying portions.The breakfast, the Onsen, and the warm hospitality from the proprietress and staff were all flawless.Even though we usually try a different Ryokan next time no matter how good it is, this is one we’d gladly return to whenever we visit Iki—an absolutely satisfying stay!