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30/07/2024

週末の釧路のイベント"霧フェス"で、釧路川渡し船（遊覧）の漕ぎ手として参加。ぎこちないながらも、なんとか無事にお客様を運ぶことができました！

16/07/2024

Have you ever seen wild monkeys?
For Japanese people, especially those living in rural areas like me, encountering monkeys is a common occurrence.

Have you ever seen wild monkeys? For Japanese people, especially those living in rural areas like me, encountering monkeys is a common occurrence. However, globally, wild monkeys are only found in Central and South America, Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and Japan. Therefore, seeing wild monkeys is....

16/07/2024

Kyudo! 弓道！

Kyudo! As my main purpose to come to Japan was to practice Kyudo (the way of the bow), I was very happy to find this unique Ryokan. The owner holds the 6th Dan, and the Ryokan does not only have a hot spring to enjoy, but very unique a dojo (bow and arrow shooting range) … Review of Uotoshi Ryokan...

11/06/2024

It's still summer, but it's about time to start thinking about winter trips. Enjoy the snow in Japan!

For Japanese people living on Honshu and the northern islands, snow is a very familiar seasonal feature.However, there are many overseas visitors who have never seen snow before, and even a light dusting of snowflakes makes them very happy, saying “I've seen snow for the first time!

06/05/2024

Awesome traditional experience!

Awesome traditional experience The facilities were clean and beautiful (tatami floors) also they lend you yukatas to wear inside but you can also take them out if you want. The meals were delicious, we tried both breakfasts and the plentiful dinner. The personal was very attentive and helpful, alway...

29/04/2024

Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan is pleased to announce today that it has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards Best of the Best for 2024, ranking No.11 Ryokan in Japan. The highest level of Tripadvisor’s awards, the Best of the Best winners are among the top 1% of listings...

14/04/2024

Review of Fuji Hakone Guest House(Kanagawa)
Thank you for a memorable experience!

Thank you for a memorable experience! The outside spring bath and their custumer service, care and engagement were top! Thank you for a memorable experience! I had one of the best experiences in my life. The host was super friendly, they helped me organise my day, and recommended places to eat. The....

23/02/2024

Review of Mokkoan Hotel(Tokyo)

Our week exploring Tokyo! A home-from-home in the Tokyo suburbs. Ito San and Chieko were fantastic hosts who made us feel extremely welcome in their 300-year old family house. They couldn’t do enough to help us and help us make the most of our stay. We even had a sake evening with them and other ....

11/02/2024

Review of Hotel Fukudaya (Tokyo)

Cozy I had to write an exam in Tokyo at Temple University (Japan campus). I specifically looked for a hotel that was conveniently located for me to take the exam early in the morning. I picked Hotel Fukudaya for the convenience but was wow’d overall. The people working at the reception were all ve...

11/02/2024

Matsubaya Ryokan - Kyoto
Traditional Japanese ryokan very close to Higashi-Honganji temple

Matsubaya-Ryokan Traditional Japanese ryokan very close to Higashi-Honganji temple We are welcoming many tourists from foreign countries all over the world and Japanese citizens from our diverse prefectures. When you stay at the Matsubaya Ryokan you will enjoy traditional Japanese culture by sleepin...

28/01/2024

Our group has four inns (ryokan) in Hokuriku.
These ryokans are located outside the Noto Peninsula (Kanazawa City and Takaoka City), so they were not damaged by the earthquake and are operating as usual.

A very large earthquake occurred on the Noto Peninsula (Ishikawa pref., Hokuriku area) on New Year’s Day in 2024. Our group has four inns (ryokan) in Hokuriku. These ryokans are located outside the Noto Peninsula (Kanazawa City and Takaoka City), so they were not damaged by the earthquake and are ...

13/01/2024

Review of Ryokan Sansuiso (Tokyo)
Best Place to Stay in Toyko!
We have stayed here at least seven times over the past 16 years, and this is still a gem!

Best Place to Stay in Toyko! We have stayed here at least seven times over the past 16 years, and this is still a gem! Only a 5 minute walk to Gotanda JR Station, very inexpensive, very knowledgeable/ friendly/helpful owner and staff, this is “our home away from home” in Tokyo. The rooms are cle...

12/01/2024

Review of Sakura Ryokan (Tokyo),
Best hotel in our japanese experience

Best hotel in our japanese experience The owner is a saint, he is literally the nicest person on the planet. In this hotel for a very low price you have everything: comfortable rooms in which to sleep in the traditional way, as well as a small but complete breakfast, obviously exceptionally low pric...

12/01/2024

Review of Ryokan Asakusa Shigetsu (Tokyo),
Authentic Japanese stay, large family-style room, reasonably priced, great location.

Authentic Japanese stay! Authentic Japanese stay, large family-style room, reasonably priced, great location Authenticity of Japanese style rooms with bamboo mats and floor beds. Ability to fit 4 adults in one large room at a reasonable price. Authentic Japanese-style breakfast was very good. Privat...

12/01/2024

06/01/2024

置身於散發出昭時代懷舊氛圍的群馬縣四萬溫泉柏屋旅館，盡享三座包租露天浴池與當地時令食材的美味饗宴。

06/01/2024

Review of Turtle Inn Nikko

Nice, cozy Inn The host was very welcoming, and to our surprise, the shared bath area was actually an onsen style which I’m delighted with! A simple inn with all the necessary amenities, very convenient and flexible. Would love to stay there again when I’m back in Nikko! – Quoted from TripAdvi...

01/01/2024

2024年の初日の出☀️
戸倉上山田温泉の上の荒砥城から。
改めてあけましておめでとうございます♪
First sunrise of 2024, from Arato-Jo, the mountaintop fortress above our onsen town Togura Kamiyamada.

今朝は住民と宿泊者は90名が集まりました。自分とTakashi Matsuzakiとはやし よしかつが甘酒振る舞いしました。旅館組合長のKazumasa Kodairaが格好良い万歳をしました。誰か法螺貝も吹きました。2024年は賑やかなスタート♪

01/01/2024

They were part of a tour led by Mr. Mark Edward Harris of Japan Winter Adventure, and they came to take pictures of Japan's nature and culture. They came to take pictures of the snow monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey Park, but they are also interested in Japanese archery, so they take pictures of archery demonstration and practices.

01/01/2024

01/01/2024

01/01/2024

明けましておめでとうございます。

2023年は柏屋旅館はじめ、柏屋カフェ・シマテラスなど柏屋グローバルグループを応援くださり、ありがとうございまいた。
本年も、お越しくださる皆さまがより快適に楽しくお過ごしいただけるよう、スタッフ一同力を合わせ創意工夫を重ねてまいります。
引き続き、どうぞよろしくお願いします。
https://www.kashiwaya.org/mlm/202401/20240101.htm

29/12/2023

Japan is well known for its relaxing and quiet onsen resort destinations.
Meaning “hot spring,” onsen are a popular way to experience Japanese culture and to relax and rejuvenate.
This article will introduce the top ten best onsen destinations in Japan.

The Top 10 Best Onsen Destinations in Japan Onsen Twitter Facebook Pocket Pinterest LinkedIn February 7, 2023 Japan is well known for its relaxing and quiet onsen resort destinations. Meaning “hot spring,” onsen are a popular way to experience Japanese culture and to relax and rejuvenate. This a...

26/12/2023

Season’s Greetings from Shima Onsen Kashiwaya Ryokan Kashiwaya RyokanStaff members Twitter Facebook Pocket Pinterest LinkedIn December 26, 2023 Kashiwaya Staff Members Thank you very much for supporting us at the Kashiwaya Ryokan in Shima Onsen again this year(2023). Since the lifting of entry res...