Kaigetsu

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

Just 984 feet from Toba Station, Japanese-style inn Kaigetsu features comfortable rooms. The hotel offers public baths, a restaurant and free wi-fi in public areas. Rooms at Kaigetsu feature tatami-mat flooring and Western-style bedding. They have a private bathroom and a seating area with an LCD TV, a mini-bar and a tea maker. Guests at the traditional-style hotel can leisurely soak in a spacious public bath, or book tours or activities like hiking and canoeing. The library stocks a wide selection of books. The restaurant at Kaigetsu serves authentic multi-course Japanese meals with seasonal dishes, featuring local specialties like seafood or beef. Meals require a reservation beforehand. Kaigetsu is only a 3-minute walk away from Mikimoto Pearl Island, and a 6-minute walk from Toba Aquarium.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Asian

  • Free private parking

  • Public Bath

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Ayana
United States United States
“The women who run this inn are amazing! They remind me a lot of my grandmother. Very hospitable and kind.”
Timothy
United States United States
“Amazing location—close to everything. Very kind staff—gave us onigiri on the day we left. Amazing traditional Japanese breakfast—very filling. Fun to use the onsen.”
Loren
United States United States
“The traditional Japanese breakfast was nothing extraordinary, but it was good and satisfying. Every morning, Okami-san gave us onigiri to take with us for lunch, which was a very thoughtful gesture and one of the most memorable parts of our...”
Veronique
United States United States
“The host, Kiku and her mother were very nice. They went out of their way to re assure us during the typhoon and gave us breakfast and lunch when we left.”
Michelle
United States United States
“The ryokan staff were very friendly and helpful. It has a very traditional Japanese ryokan feel and is a family-run small business. The hotel is convenient to the JR/Nankai Toba stations.”
Pornsak
United States United States
“This is a small family run hotel. We are greeted by both the mom and daughter who.help us with everything from getting luggages to.our room to making all good recommendations for local activities. The hotel is also within walking distance of the...”
アリーナ
Russia Russia
“It felt like a home visit, rather than a hotel. The people working there are sincere, caring and open, and their warmth softens you, blankets you from any pain inside and shelters you from your troubles.”
Cemile
United States United States
“A couple of lovely ladies are running this hotel. We felt as if we were staying with family. There was Good breakfast, they even gave us delicious onigiri for lunch. Comfy rooms, basic set up but has everything you need. Close to pearl museum and...”
Peter
Japan Japan
“The location of Kaigetsu is the best. Nothing better thank to wake up to see the beautiful waterfront view. Food was good and the Okami san was lovely and very kind.”
Roland
United States United States
“The owner is extremely nice. The home-style breakfast she prepared for me was excellent.”

Managed by Kiku Ezaki

Company review score: 9.5Based on 625 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Kaigetsu – A Small Inn with a Long Story Kaigetsu is a small family-run inn with a history dating back to 1887. I am the fifth-generation hostess, continuing what my family started many years ago. Before opening the inn, our family worked in the shipbuilding industry, which was once an important part of this coastal community. The building today is simple and made of concrete, not a historic traditional structure. However, the spirit of the inn has continued through the generations. What has remained the same is the warm atmosphere and the connection with the local community. Many guests say that staying here feels less like a hotel and more like visiting a Japanese home. In addition to running the inn, we also organize eco-tours that introduce the nature and culture of the Ise-Shima area. Guests can visit small fishing villages, learn about the traditions of the Ama women divers, and experience the culture connected to Ise Grand Shrine. Kaigetsu is not a luxury hotel, but a place where travelers can experience the warmth of everyday life in Japan.

Property info

Kaigetsu – A Warm, Local Japanese Stay Kaigetsu is a small and cozy Japanese inn loved by travelers from around the world who want to experience local culture and nature in a relaxed atmosphere. Rather than formal hotel-style service, we offer a simple, friendly stay that feels more like visiting a Japanese home. Many guests enjoy the calm environment and the chance to experience everyday life in Japan. The heart of Kaigetsu is the hostess, my mother, who warmly welcomes guests and creates the unique atmosphere of the inn. When guests depart, she prepares homemade rice balls as a small farewell gift for their journey — a tradition that many travelers remember fondly. Please note that the building has four floors and no elevator, so guests will need to use the stairs. Staff will gladly help if you have luggage. If you enjoy authentic local experiences, meeting people, and staying somewhere with character, Kaigetsu may be the perfect place for your trip.

Neighborhood info

Next to Kaigetsu, there is a local experience tour "Kaito Yumin Culb". From spring to autumn, we recommend a kayaking tour to a small deserted island where Ama (a traditional fishing method with a history of 3000 years in Japan. Woman diver) is hidden. And I also recommend fishing trips with local fishermen. You can also order dinner with fish caught at Kaigetsu. (Please order a regular dinner. If you can catch it, you can cook the fish with it. You have always been able to catch it, but if you can't, you can have dinner.) There are many recommended guided tours for each season. A casual experience where you crawl on the surface of Toba Sawara (Spanish mackerel) yourself and make Tataki, a type of sashimi. One-Bite Fest Toba, a tour to visit the town's craftsmen while walking around the town. Explore Fisheries Island in Japan is a tour that goes to Toshi Island, where fishing is the most active in Toba, leaving the townscape of a society that is not a car, and where special customs continue in addition to Ama. Ama Village Tour going to meet Ama Please make a reservation in advance.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
囲炉裏の間（予約のみ）
  • Cuisine
    Japanese

Amenities of Kaigetsu

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
¥6,600 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no cribs available at this property.

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Extra long futon bedding is available at the hotel. Guests who require 2-yard long bedding, please note this in the comment box during booking, or contact the hotel with the details in the booking confirmation.

The hotel is a four-floor building and guest rooms are from the 2nd to the 4th floors. Please note there is no elevator.

Please inform Kaigetsu of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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 accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

License number: 62-9701-0036

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