Nov 1, 2022, 6:01 pm
Last edit by: RichardInSF
Please also see this outstanding thread in which KI-NRT has reviewed a number of luxury ryokan:
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2095029&referrerid=14479
And here's a link to the main thread discussing luxury hotels in Tokyo:
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1910955&referrerid=14479
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2095029&referrerid=14479
And here's a link to the main thread discussing luxury hotels in Tokyo:
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1910955&referrerid=14479
Luxury hotels of Japan (outside of Tokyo)
Jun 8, 2017, 12:32 am
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Kayotei, a ryokan in Ishikawa, was spectacular. And I say this even though I normally dislike anything resembling a guesthouse. The heavily wooded setting is so very lovely and the proprietors can arrange nature-oriented outings or day trips to Kanazawa.
Jun 8, 2017, 6:04 am
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That's two for Kayotei!
Jun 8, 2017, 7:58 am
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http://www.iwaso.com/english/
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Jun 8, 2017, 10:36 am
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Stayed at the Iwaso on Miyajima last year and enjoyed. Leans more towards historic than luxury. We stayed in the SHUKINTEI cottage built in 1928. Yes, it does have AC. Highlight was the young lady assigned to service our room and serve meals, a total delight.
http://www.iwaso.com/english/
http://www.iwaso.com/english/
Loved staying there
Jun 8, 2017, 4:39 pm
#440
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We are staying at Ryokusone in Kanazawa in two weeks. Shall report back!
Jun 8, 2017, 10:12 pm
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Beniyu looks like great choice. Seems minimalist and maybe a bit more westernized than your traditional Ryokan (IE: Gora Kadan or Shiraume). Also the food looks amazing on Instagram.
I've been doing a lot of research on super high-end properties within a short (1-2 hour train ride) of Tokyo, I've found a brand new hotel no one has mentioned.
Hiramatsu Atami - Is a luxury Auberge / Resort. Looks like it just opened late last year. The Japanese villas have both indoor and outdoor baths facing the ocean.
I've been doing a lot of research on super high-end properties within a short (1-2 hour train ride) of Tokyo, I've found a brand new hotel no one has mentioned.
Hiramatsu Atami - Is a luxury Auberge / Resort. Looks like it just opened late last year. The Japanese villas have both indoor and outdoor baths facing the ocean.
Jun 9, 2017, 9:28 pm
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Beniyu looks like great choice. Seems minimalist and maybe a bit more westernized than your traditional Ryokan (IE: Gora Kadan or Shiraume). Also the food looks amazing on Instagram.
I've been doing a lot of research on super high-end properties within a short (1-2 hour train ride) of Tokyo, I've found a brand new hotel no one has mentioned.
Hiramatsu Atami - Is a luxury Auberge / Resort. Looks like it just opened late last year. The Japanese villas have both indoor and outdoor baths facing the ocean.
I've been doing a lot of research on super high-end properties within a short (1-2 hour train ride) of Tokyo, I've found a brand new hotel no one has mentioned.
Hiramatsu Atami - Is a luxury Auberge / Resort. Looks like it just opened late last year. The Japanese villas have both indoor and outdoor baths facing the ocean.
Perhaps we can include along with Amanemu ( only 2 hours by car from Kyoto ) and RC Kyoto ; along with Aman Tokyo or MO
Jun 10, 2017, 7:05 pm
#443
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Beniyu looks like great choice. Seems minimalist and maybe a bit more westernized than your traditional Ryokan (IE: Gora Kadan or Shiraume). Also the food looks amazing on Instagram.
I've been doing a lot of research on super high-end properties within a short (1-2 hour train ride) of Tokyo, I've found a brand new hotel no one has mentioned.
Hiramatsu Atami - Is a luxury Auberge / Resort. Looks like it just opened late last year. The Japanese villas have both indoor and outdoor baths facing the ocean.
I've been doing a lot of research on super high-end properties within a short (1-2 hour train ride) of Tokyo, I've found a brand new hotel no one has mentioned.
Hiramatsu Atami - Is a luxury Auberge / Resort. Looks like it just opened late last year. The Japanese villas have both indoor and outdoor baths facing the ocean.
Leave next Friday for:
* RC Tokyo
* Ryokusone Kanazawa
* RC Kyoto
* IC Osaka.
Jun 10, 2017, 9:50 pm
#444
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All those choices look stellar. I had never seen Ryokusone before but it's proximity to Kanazawa has piqued my interest. Definitely report back as there's not that many English impressions of the place. Did you book via booking.com or the Japanese site?
Jun 11, 2017, 5:05 am
#445
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Booked via Booking.com. They actually wouldn't allow direct booking.
I shall definitely report back, with photos.
For clarity, the RC and IC were not via booking.com
I shall definitely report back, with photos.
For clarity, the RC and IC were not via booking.com
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Jun 11, 2017, 5:12 am
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I shan't be telling my SO that the reason for Ryokusone is to also travel on this 
https://denshadejapan.wordpress.com/tag/gran-class/
But I did seriously have a tough time choosing a Ryokan-like place.
https://denshadejapan.wordpress.com/tag/gran-class/
But I did seriously have a tough time choosing a Ryokan-like place.
Jun 11, 2017, 5:55 pm
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We just wrapped up an incredible stay at Hakone-Ginyu and would highly recommend it.
Jun 14, 2017, 6:59 pm
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Some have cautioned me to not stay in both Kyoto properties and also to choose between Kyoto and Osaka. So I'll be curious to hear what you think.
I'm also curious what you think of Kanazawa. It's the only location I'd consider adding to our itinerary.
Jun 14, 2017, 7:48 pm
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Looking forward to hearing your thoughts. We will be in Japan next May with stays at Prince Gallery Tokyo, Suiran Kyoto, RC Kyoto, and StR Osaka.
Some have cautioned me to not stay in both Kyoto properties and also to choose between Kyoto and Osaka. So I'll be curious to hear what you think.
I'm also curious what you think of Kanazawa. It's the only location I'd consider adding to our itinerary.
Some have cautioned me to not stay in both Kyoto properties and also to choose between Kyoto and Osaka. So I'll be curious to hear what you think.
I'm also curious what you think of Kanazawa. It's the only location I'd consider adding to our itinerary.
Kanazawa isn't so much off the beaten path anymore with the Shinkansen going there but the city is the center of Japanese lacquerware and gold leaf. Also home to one of the top 3 Japanese gardens in the country. I adore the city.
Jun 15, 2017, 3:39 am
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I'd much rather be in Kyoto than Osaka. Osaka is just another megacity metropolis but Kyoto has so many historical things to see.
Kanazawa isn't so much off the beaten path anymore with the Shinkansen going there but the city is the center of Japanese lacquerware and gold leaf. Also home to one of the top 3 Japanese gardens in the country. I adore the city.
Kanazawa isn't so much off the beaten path anymore with the Shinkansen going there but the city is the center of Japanese lacquerware and gold leaf. Also home to one of the top 3 Japanese gardens in the country. I adore the city.