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Houshi Onsen Chojukan

★★★★ Nagai 650, Minakami, JP

9.4 guest rating· 158 reviews

About this hotel

Historical Charm

Experience the historical charm of Houshi Onsen Chojukan, a wooden building with a 100-year-old legacy along the scenic Houshi River. Immerse yourself in the traditional Japanese atmosphere with tatami rooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, and futon bedding.

Relaxing Hot Spring Bath

Indulge in the rejuvenating public hot spring bath at the property, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Slip into a cozy yukata robe provided for your comfort and enjoy the shared bathing facilities.

Culinary Delights

Savor authentic Japanese cuisine with delicious breakfast and dinner served in the dining room. Delight your taste buds with traditional flavors and local ingredients, completing your cultural experience at Houshi Chojukan Onsen.

Book your stay now to create unforgettable memories at Houshi Onsen Chojukan!

Rooms & rates

Single Room with Toilet

Sleeps 1 · Twin bed

Deluxe Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4 · 21 m² · 4× Futon Mat

  • Seating Area
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle

Standard Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex

Sleeps 4 · 17 m² · 4× Futon Mat

  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle

Economy Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · 2× Futon Mat

  • Seating Area
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle

Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 3 · 13 m² · 3× Futon Mat

  • Seating Area
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Hot spring bath
  • Free Parking
  • Private parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms

Location

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Nagai 650, Minakami, JP

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.4158 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Beautiful location+ Exceptional onsenFood could improveLimited wifi connectivity
Cleanliness9.0
Service9.9
Location10.0
Room Quality9.4
Amenities9.5
Value for Money8.9

Guest review

10.0

Außergewöhnlicher Onsen, in einem historischen Holzgebäude, es gibt drei verschiedene Bäder, eines besser ubd schöner als das andere.

Kleiner organisatorischer Verbrsserungsvorschlag: ab 7h in der Früh sind die beiden Bäder, in denen man sich davor und danach waschen kann (2 von 3, im dritten gibt es keine Waschmöglichkeit, ebensowenig in den Gästezimmern), nur für Frauen zugänglich, das könnte man etwas gemischter organisieren.

Markus · AT · 2026-05-31

Wunderschöner Ort mit einzigartiger Atmosphäre

10.0

Wunderschöner Ort in der Natur, einzigartige Athmosphäre, wunderschöner Bau. Enrspannung und Ruhe pur.

Simon · CH · 2026-05-30

An unforgettable stay in a beautiful historic ryokan, made special by the atmosphere

8.0

“Historic building with both pros and cons: beautiful rooms, a lovely onsen, and a quiet atmosphere, though the ceilings are very low (be careful if you're height is above average!). Overall, the experience was amazing. Bathing in the old onsen was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Better communication from the staff would improve the experience, especially regarding explanations of the breakfast and dinner dishes, as well as the onsen rules. For example, the main onsen does not have showers, even though guests are expected to wash before entering. It was a bit inconvenient to shower in the other onsen and then return to the main one, and apparently many guests entered without showering first.

Marco · IT · 2026-05-28

Magnifique Ryokan dans un très bel environnement. Très satisfaite

10.0
Sandrine · FR · 2026-05-23

Good to know

Because of the property's age, guests might see some insects in the building.

Please note that there is no bus from JR Jomo-Kogen Train Station after 16:00.

Please inform the property in advance if you have any food allergies or dietary needs.

Please note that ATM/cash machine is not available at the property. The nearest cash machine is located 4.3 mi away from the property.

Please inform the property in advance in case you are accompanied by children.Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.