Minamisanriku Hotel Kanyo

I have stayed here several times, but this was my first visit in winter. We were lucky with the weather and enjoyed the beautiful ocean view from the open-air bath. Every meal was high quality yet comfortingly down-to-earth, and everything felt just right—it's one of my favorite places. We will definitely be back.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our autumn trip to Minamisanriku, largely thanks to the exceptional experience at Minamisanriku Hotel Kanyo.From the moment we checked in, we were warmly greeted with smiles, and it was impressive to see all the staff working happily and cheerfully throughout the accommodation. Attention to detail was evident everywhere.Dinner exceeded our expectations with its delicious seafood. The grilled abalone, assorted sashimi platter, and seafood kamameshi were all incredibly tasty. The portions were just right, making for a highly satisfying meal. The breakfast buffet was well-organized with thoughtful flow lines, allowing us to enjoy a relaxed meal even in a spacious venue. The breakfast offerings were also very satisfying.The highlight of our stay was watching the sunrise from the open-air bath. Seeing the mountain ridges turn orange as the sun rose while soaking in the bath was an unparalleled experience—a breathtaking view that felt almost otherworldly. The quality of the hot spring water was excellent as well, earning high praise from my wife too. In addition, enjoying an ice-cold draft beer after an evening soak added another layer of delight.This stay turned out to be an experience beyond what we had imagined. We left for home discussing how certain we are about returning again someday.Thank you so much for everything! Please continue preserving what makes Minamisanriku Hotel Kanyo so special!