Yunoshimakan
Yunoshimakan
Located on a hill and overlooking the famous Gero hot-spring area, Yunoshimakan, founded in 1931, offers large public indoor hot spring baths and open-air hot spring baths. Guests stay in Japanese-style rooms and can request massages for an extra cost. This traditional property is registered as a tangible cultural property and has been awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Japanese Yukata robes and toothbrush sets are provided for all guests, and some rooms come with a private hot-spring bath. Others share bathrooms, while all rooms come with a private toilet. Guests can relax at the traditional garden and enjoy night views of the city from the observatory. A billiard table and table tennis facilities are available for guests to spend their time. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner and a Japanese set-menu for breakfast. Meals are served at the guests’ rooms or at the dining room. JR Gero Train Station is a 15-minute walk away. Yunoshimakan Ryokan is a 45-minute train ride from JR Takayama Station and a 2-hour drive from Shirakawago.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Bar
Property highlights
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)
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Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
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Free Private Parking Available On Site
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Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
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United States“Very relaxing and magical place to stay. Very peaceful and the service is great!” 
Jeanette United States“It was like a dream. It was an absolutely beautiful experience. The food was amazing. The service stellar. The onsen was beyond expectation. I soaked under the stars in a rock grotto pool.”
Noel
Canada“I have no past experience of traditional Japanese cuisine and culture. It’s not easy to do a comparison. But I aim to see the architectural elements of this protected building which is why I chose it. The breakfast is scrumptious.”- Jcn
Indonesia“The room, breakfast, clean, culture, private onsen etc are mostly great as other reviewers said.” 
Alice United States“Love the atmosphere. Staffs were very nice and polite. Location is remote therefore is quiet, but there is shuttle bus to take you up and down the town and train station. Love the open air public onsen.”- Jerry United States“Staff were friendly and gracious, incredible stay.”
- Brooks United States“Our first ryokan experience and have to say it makes us excited to try more. Outdoor onsens have beautiful views. Excellent breakfast. The building itself is gorgeous and so much to do and explore!”
- Nisha
Thailand“The place is beautiful. The room is comfy and cozy. The staff also very helpful.” - David United States“The service provided by the staff was excellent! They were very thoughtful, kind and caring! The open air onsen has a spectacular view with the walk down to town just as great. The walk was next to a beautiful temple as well.”
Michelle Canada“Location and building and excellence hospitality , we enjoying the exploration tour of this historical building”
Area info
Amenities of YunoshimakanGreat facilities! Review score, 9
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Toilet
Outdoors
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Ping-pong
- Pool table
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Bar
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Shuttle service
- Daily housekeeping
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Wake-up service
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safe
General
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
- Chinese
House rulesYunoshimakan takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children over 3 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
Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
The ryokan operates a free shuttle bus service between the property and Gero Station. The bus schedule is set to match the departure and arrival times of the Hida limited express train at Gero Station.
Please fill in the Special Request box for the following:
Please notify what means of transportation you see will be using when arriving at the hotel.
In order to prepare special amenities for men and women, guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room.
If you have food allergies or other diet restrictions, please inform the property in advance. Cannot be accommodated on the day of check-in.
If dinner for children aged 2-5 is included when making a reservation, please note that children's dinner will be provided for children aged 2-5 years old. Children over 6 will be charged as adults.
Bathing tax (charged per person per night) is not included in the room rate. Please pay at the accommodations.
Please inform Yunoshimakan 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.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.
