Wanosato
Wanosato
Michelin key awarded. Awarded by TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice in 2015, Wanosato offers luxurious Japanese-style ryokan stay in a 160-year-old quaint Gassho-zukuri thatched-roof house, nestled in the tranquil woods. It features a bedrock and a cypress public hot spring bath, where guests can unwind with mountain views. The property is a 20-minute complimentary shuttle ride from JR Takayama Station. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and lobby area. Fitted with a relaxing ambiance, tatami (woven-straw) flooring and futon bedding, each room comes with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The private bathroom has a bathtub, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms are nonsmoking rooms and feature a view of the nearby river. Wanosato Ryokan offers a garden and free on-site parking. The free pick-up service from the Takayama Station requires a reservation at least 1 day in advance. A Japanese breakfast and dinner feature a variety of beautifully presented dishes, prepared from seasonal produce. Meals are served at the dining area. The ryokan is a 70-mintue drive to Shirakawago Village, while Takayama's Old Town and its morning market is a 25-minute drive away. Takayama expressway exit is a 20-minute drive from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Hot spring bath
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Property highlights
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Asian
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Chase
United States“This was the perfect retreat for my wife and I on our honeymoon, I really couldn’t say enough good things about the staff and the ambiance and the history here. We stayed in the Garyu house which was a private villa in the traditional Japanese...” 
Patricia United States“The onsen was so relaxing and perfect after many days of exploring Japan. The staff are very hospitable, and the food was delicious. Beautiful room views.”
Hoangoanh United States“The staff, accommodations, and food were excellent. It felt so comfortable while also delivering a high-end luxury experience at the same time.”
Steven United States“This was our first stay in a ryokan, and it was a great first experience. The staff was attentive, the food was incredible, and the view from our room was stunning. This was one of our favorite stays during our trip to Japan.”
Kara United States“Beautiful, relaxing, rustic, antique traditional style inn.”
Michel United States“It was a highlight of our family’s two week tour of Japan. It was so full of surprises of peacefulness, with dinners and breakfasts served privately, with courtesy and creativity. One of our servers seemed friendly enough to participate in...”- Joan United States“The setting is gorgeous, the meals are superb. The building is old but authentic. It was the perfect place for quiet regeneration in a very active trip. Futons comfortable and the natural rock onsen was beautiful, comfortable and invigorating.”
- Isabel
United Kingdom“Most magical place. Never stayed anywhere like it with such an incredible view of the river. Felt like a dream. Food and service were remarkable” - Daniel United States“Everything was top tier, from the view, room layout/presentation, the dinner, and the brunch. The private onsen scheduling was nice and convenient. There were also nice little surprises like refreshments awaiting us for check in and even a cute...”
- Melanie United States“Wanosato is an absolutely beautiful Ryokan. The food, the Onsen, and the property are just stunning.”
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Property info
Language Spoken
JapaneseArea info
Amenities of WanosatoGreat facilities! Review score, 9.5
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Hot spring bath
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- River view
- View
Outdoors
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Clothes rack
Living Area
- Sitting area
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Shuttle service
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
Spa
- Public Bath
- Hot spring bath
Languages Spoken
- Japanese
House rulesWanosato takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children over 7 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there are no restaurants within a walking distance around the property, and meals cannot be added to bookings on site. To use the property's free shuttle, please make a reservation by 7 day in advance. The shuttle will depart from JR Takayama Station at the following times: 14:20 ,15:20, 16:20. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. Please note that the property will do its best to accommodate your requests, but smoking preferences cannot be guaranteed. The property will neutralize smoking smells, using a deodorizer spray. Guests with food allergies or other dietary restrictions should inform the property at least 3 days in advance. Vegetarian meals are not available. Guests staying with children must notify the property in advance. Children's meals will be provided accordingly.
Please inform Wanosato 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.
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.
Guests must check in by 18:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
