Located along Houshi River, Houshi Onsen Chojukan features a public hot spring bath, Japanese-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi and Japanese cuisine. A wooden building stemming from 100 years ago, the property breathes a historical atmosphere. Rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor and a low table with seating cushions. A seating area at floor-to-ceiling windows offers nature views, and guests sleep in traditional futon bedding. Yukata robes are provided, while toilets and bathing facilities are shared. A Japanese breakfast and dinner are served at the dining room. The Houshi Chojukan Onsen hotel is a 20-minute drive from arts and crafts village Takumi-no-Sato. Mount Tanigawa-dake can be visited a 1-hour drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

  • Hot spring bath


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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Monica
United States United States
Serene location nestled in the mountains. Very relaxing and perfect place to be for rejuvenation
Guy
Australia Australia
Cool atmosphere, great location. Felt like private retreat
Monica
United States United States
The property is beautiful and serene. One of my best stays in Japan.
Łyskawa
Poland Poland
I loved the building and the peacfull nature of this place. The baths were truly special, especially the open-aired one.
Norma
United States United States
The food was excellent, the onsens were perfect . Staff very professional and always available. Special thanks to Sudarshan who spoke perfect English and guided us through everything. We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to return someday.
Kenneth
United States United States
Visiting Hoshi Onsen Chojukan as an American was quite different from other experiences I had in Japan. Soaking in the baths twice a day was peaceful and beneficial. The meals served in the dining room were outstanding as well. Tattoos did not...
Prasert
Thailand Thailand
A very nice and long historical ryokan. Good rest and Onsen here. Staff are nice and friendly.
Christian
United States United States
Beautiful property, Onsen, and room. Friendly staff.
Haley
United States United States
I found this ryokan on a list of tattoo friendly onsens. There is some competing information out there, but I emailed the property directly and they said I could just cover my tattoos with a towel. Once there, I had no issues with my tattoos while...
Kevin
Japan Japan
Our fourth stay here and we are still absolutely smitten with this place. Comfortable rooms, wonderful staff, delicious food, and the best baths in the prefecture, all wrapped up in a cozy, creaky, glowing inn nestled deep in the woods.

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Amenities of Houshi Onsen Chojukan

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Hot spring bath
  • Breakfast

House rules

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From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

While this property offers stays longer than one month, Booking.com isn't offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who participate in this offering won't have any rights or interests as a tenant for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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