Originally Posted by KI-NRT

We loved Shogetsu - the food was spectacular and the views of the valley from the room (and Daiyokujo public bath) are incredible. But no, it's not quite as atmospheric as, say, Wanosato (although Wanosato gets mixed reviews here and elsewhere, for what it's worth.)

If you're going to be visiting Eiheiji (I highly recommend it) when in Fukui, there's Kanshukuen Eshikoto, which opened in November, 2024. It has just 8 rooms and offers unique French-Japanese cuisine, if that suits your fancy.

Closer to Fukui City is Awara Onsen Kofu Yuden Beniya, which has been around for a while but was heavily renovated in 2021. It's a traditional-type ryokan but it's pretty airy and fresh due to the update.