In search of Japan’s best Onsen Ryokan — Yamagata the Takinami 山形座 瀧波 (Akayu, Yamagata)
Access: 9/10
Setting/surrounding area: 6/10 (small town)
Activities: 6/10 (sightseeing)
Rooms: 6/10
Onsen: 8/10 (2 Private outdoor onsen)
Other facilities: 5/10 (restaurant, shop)
Food: 9/10
Wine/sake list: 6/10
Service: 10/10
Foreigner friendliness:... More
In search of Japan’s best Onsen Ryokan — Yamagata the Takinami 山形座 瀧波 (Akayu, Yamagata)
Access: 9/10
Setting/surrounding area: 6/10 (small town)
Activities: 6/10 (sightseeing)
Rooms: 6/10
Onsen: 8/10 (2 Private outdoor onsen)
Other facilities: 5/10 (restaurant, shop)
Food: 9/10
Wine/sake list: 6/10
Service: 10/10
Foreigner friendliness: 10/10 (English speaking staff, English menu)
Overall: 75/100
Pros: easy access from Tokyo; newly renovated traditional house; private outdoor onsen in beautiful garden; great dinner service either at the counter or in private room
Cons: rooms are on smaller side, only outdoor shower available which may not be very pleasant in winter; limited wine selection
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