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Kinugawa Onsen Hotel

鬼怒川温泉ホテル

A family onsen hotel above the Kinugawa gorge

★ 4.5TrustYou 90/100 · 54 reviews|Nikko
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ABOUT

About this ryokan

♨️A family onsen hotel above the Kinugawa gorge

Tochigi · Kinugawa Onsen Hotel

A gorge-side inn of the Kanaya Hotel group
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A gorge-side inn of the Kanaya Hotel group

  • 🏯Part of the Kanaya Hotel group founded in 1931, with roots in Nikko Kanaya Hotel, often called the origin of Japan's hotel culture.
  • 🤝Its concept, "Yuitabi", is about trips that connect guests, staff and the local community.
  • 🏞️Three wings — Natsukashi-kan, Yuraku-kan and Yunomachi-kan — line the Kinugawa gorge.
Alkaline simple spring and two large baths
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Alkaline simple spring and two large baths

  • ♨️Kinugawa Onsen has flowed for over 300 years since the Edo period and was once reserved for feudal lords and monks returning from Nikko pilgrimages.
  • 🪵The wooden bath "Keikoku-no-yu" overlooks the gorge, with five baths including an open-air rock bath, a half-body bath and a germanium bath, plus a sauna.
  • 🪨The stone bath "Yuri" uses natural stones and has an open-air bath where you hear the river. The water is a skin-friendly alkaline simple spring.
Private open-air baths "Touki" and "Kihada"
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Private open-air baths "Touki" and "Kihada"

  • 🛁Both "Touki" with ceramic tubs and the wood-toned "Kihada" have an indoor bath and an open-air bath.
  • ⏱️For staying guests only: 45 minutes for 3,300 yen, reservation required.
  • ♿"Kihada" is step-free up to the changing room, making it easier for guests with limited mobility.
All non-smoking rooms for every travel style
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All non-smoking rooms for every travel style

  • 🛏️Options include the Yuraku-kan Western rooms opened in 2022 and 31.6㎡ Yunomachi-kan Japanese-Western rooms with river-view terraces.
  • 👨‍👩‍👧Natsukashi-kan Japanese rooms all face the gorge at 46.6㎡ (12 tatami mats plus a window nook), and there is also a 28-mat large room.
  • 👶Baby Rooms and Kiddy Rooms stocked with baby supplies earned the "Welcome Baby" certification. All rooms are non-smoking (including e-cigarettes) with free Wi-Fi.
Stone-oven dining "Rakuen" buffet
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Stone-oven dining "Rakuen" buffet

  • 🍕Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes plus desserts, cooked fresh in an open kitchen.
  • 🥛Local Tochigi ingredients such as Senbonmatsu Farm milk, Tochigi shamo chicken and Tochigi wagyu.
  • 🕖Dinner 18:00–21:00, breakfast 7:00–9:00.
Private-room dining "Yuiza"
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Private-room dining "Yuiza"

  • 🍲Kaiseki centered on a seasonal hot pot, served in private rooms.
  • 🍶Local wine and sake are available, including a sake tasting set.
  • 🕖Dinner 18:00–21:00, ideal for a relaxed meal.
Facilities for the whole family
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Facilities for the whole family

  • 🔥Lobby lounge "Dan" with a fireplace offers free drinks 15:00–22:00 and 6:00–10:00.
  • 🏓Onsen table tennis, a retro game center, a karaoke party room and a play room for little ones.
  • 🎨Nature craft workshop (stone painting, candle making and more), the "Hanakagura" shop and a relaxation salon.
Access & parking
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Access & parking

  • 🚃The nearest station is Tobu Kinugawa-Onsen, reachable without transfers from Asakusa or Kita-Senju on the Spacia Kinu limited express.
  • 🚌From bus stop 5, the Nikko Kotsu Dial Bus takes about 5–7 minutes (300 yen for adults); a taxi takes about 5 minutes (around 1,000 yen); walking takes 20–30 minutes.
  • 🅿️Free parking, with staff moving your car to the dedicated lot. The hotel does not run a shuttle.
Private open-air baths "Touki" and "Kihada"
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Private open-air baths "Touki" and "Kihada"

  • 🛁Both "Touki" with ceramic tubs and the wood-toned "Kihada" have an indoor bath and an open-air bath.
  • ⏱️For staying guests only: 45 minutes for 3,300 yen, reservation required.
  • ♿"Kihada" is step-free up to the changing room, making it easier for guests with limited mobility.
All non-smoking rooms for every travel style
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All non-smoking rooms for every travel style

  • 🛏️Options include the Yuraku-kan Western rooms opened in 2022 and 31.6㎡ Yunomachi-kan Japanese-Western rooms with river-view terraces.
  • 👨‍👩‍👧Natsukashi-kan Japanese rooms all face the gorge at 46.6㎡ (12 tatami mats plus a window nook), and there is also a 28-mat large room.
  • 👶Baby Rooms and Kiddy Rooms stocked with baby supplies earned the "Welcome Baby" certification. All rooms are non-smoking (including e-cigarettes) with free Wi-Fi.

With gorge-view baths, private open-air baths, a buffet and dedicated baby and kiddy rooms, this large onsen hotel suits multi-generation family trips. There is no station shuttle, so take the bus or a taxi, and tattoos must be covered to use the large baths.

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Property Location Located in Nikko, Kinugawa Onsen Hotel is a 2-minute drive from Kinugawa Hot Springs Fureai Bridge and 6 minutes from Tobu World Square. This 4-star ryokan is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Edo Wonderland and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Toshogu. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 162 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet acces…Read more ↓

Property Location Located in Nikko, Kinugawa Onsen Hotel is a 2-minute drive from Kinugawa Hot Springs Fureai Bridge and 6 minutes from Tobu World Square. This 4-star ryokan is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Edo Wonderland and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Toshogu. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 162 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers. Amenities Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as hot springs. Additional features at this ryokan include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Dining At Kinugawa Onsen Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

* This description is the property's own text, in English.

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ACCESS

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FACILITIES

Facilities & Services

  • Bar
  • Parking lot
  • Laundry service
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • SPA
  • Restaurant
  • High speed internet access in the room

POLICY

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Mandatory fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: · A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply. We have included all charges provided to us b…Read more ↓

Mandatory fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: · A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Other information · Reservations are required for private bath/onsen. Reservations can be made by contacting the ryokan prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. · The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file. · Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities. Check-in Instructions · Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy · Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges · Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed · Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility · This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Special Check-in Instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

* These policies are the property's own text, in English; the cancellation policy shown at booking takes precedence.

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FAQ

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What are the check-in and check-out times at Kinugawa Onsen Hotel?
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
What onsen and bath facilities are available?
Guests can use: SPA.
Where is Kinugawa Onsen Hotel located?
It is in Nikko. Address: 545 Kinugawaonsentaki.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Free-cancellation deadlines vary by rate plan and are shown with each room. Cancelling before the deadline gives a full refund.

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90/100

54 reviews

Check-in / Check-out

Check-in

15:00

15:00 ~ 18:00

Check-out

10:00

Until 10:00

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