Hotel Taikan

8.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.1/10, based on 1,162 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Yūsen Shidate	9.2/10	110
🥈 2nd	Kashoen	9.1/10	372
🥉 3rd	Shikitei Morioka TsunagiOnsen	9.1/10	300
4th	koyado kaziya	9.3/10	35
5th	Hamabeno Ryouriyado Houraikan	9.1/10	52
6th	奥州平泉温泉旅館 itsumu	9.0/10	132
7th	Namari Onsen Kokoro No Toki Jusangatsu	8.9/10	112
8th	Jodogahama Park Hotel	8.8/10	591
9th	Appikogen Mori no Hotel	8.8/10	343
10th	Nagisatei Taroan	9.0/10	24
11th	Hotel Shion	8.8/10	264
12th	Kyukamura Iwate-Amiharionsen	8.8/10	171
13th	Iris Yu	8.7/10	327
14th	Shinseikan	8.7/10	70
15th	Fulsato	8.9/10	7
16th	Hotel Koyokan	8.6/10	1,334
17th	Hotel Shidotaira	8.6/10	570
18th	KAMENOI HOTEL Ichinoseki	8.6/10	429
19th	Yukaen	8.7/10	13
20th	Hotel Hanamaki	8.8/10	4
21st	Lodge Clubman	8.6/10	5
22nd	Aishinkan	8.5/10	13
23rd	Hachimantai Mountain Hotel & Spa	8.5/10	241
24th	Shizukatei	8.4/10	28
25th	Kamikura, Matsurube Onsen	8.4/10	41
26th	Yamaichi	8.2/10	12
27th	Shugyoku no Yu Yakushido Onsen	7.8/10	4
28th	Iyashinoyado Rodem	8.3/10	140
29th	Eboshiso	8.2/10	129
30th	Seiryukaku	8.1/10	141
31st	Hotel Taikan Current ryokan	8.1/10	1,162
32nd	Hotel Senshukaku	7.7/10	132
33rd	Onsen Minshuku Sakaeya	7.5/10	80
34th	Hotel Uguisu	7.3/10	135
35th	Dai Onsen Matsudaya Ryokan	7.0/10	120

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Lake Views Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath

Location

020-0055 Iwate, Morioka, Tunagi Yunodate 37-1, Japan

Staff 8,6/10

Facilities 7,9/10

Cleanliness 7,9/10

Comfort 7,8/10

Value for money 8,0/10

Location 8,1/10

Tsunagi Onsen SettingLocated in Morioka’s established Tsunagi Onsen area, convenient for a classic hot-spring stay.

Natural Hot SpringUses natural onsen water from its own source, a major draw for bath-focused travelers.

Big Bath FacilitiesKnown for especially spacious bathing areas, suited to guests who value roomy public baths.

Lake Area ViewsNear Lake Gosho, giving the stay a scenic waterside feel beyond central Morioka.

Morioka AccessReachable from JR Morioka Station by taxi or bus, useful without changing hotels.

Japanese-Western RoomsOffers both Japanese-style and Western-style rooms, helpful for mixed travel preferences.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and bathing are the strongest reasons to stay: arrive by afternoon, use the large baths before dinner, sleep at the lake-side onsen, then either depart after breakfast or add one day for Koiwai Farm or Morioka city.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-night onsen stay or a relaxed 2-night stop near Morioka, not as a dense sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited walkable areaTsunagi Onsen is quiet and spread out, so do not expect many shops, cafés, or evening streets nearby.

Transport planning mattersIt is reachable from Morioka, but still needs bus, taxi, car, or reserved shuttle timing.

Can feel oversizedThis is a large hotel-style ryokan, so travelers wanting intimate boutique atmosphere may be disappointed.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main meal venue for breakfast and dinner buffet.

Lounge (on-site)

on-site

Shared lounge area with light drinks and simple refreshments.

Hige (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Local yakiniku and Morioka reimen shop shown on the Tsunagi Onsen area map.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive via JR Morioka Station and continue by taxi, local bus, or the ryokan's shuttle if available and reserved in advance. If flying, use Hanamaki Airport and transfer onward to Morioka before heading to Tsunagi Onsen.

Shizukuishi Stationstation
4.4 kmabout 60 min walkabout 15–25 min by car or taxipublic transport connections are less straightforward than via Morioka
A nearby JR station geographically, but usually less convenient than Morioka Station unless your itinerary already passes through the Shizukuishi side.
Morioka Stationstation
10 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by car or taxiabout 30–40 min by local bus, depending on stop and service
Best overall rail arrival point, especially for Shinkansen travelers; usually the most practical transfer hub for taxi, bus, or hotel shuttle.
Tsunagi Onsen Bus Stopbus
220 mabout 5–10 min on foot for many nearby inns, but exact approach to this ryokan is best checked locallyabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 30–35 min from Morioka Station by bus
Useful for travelers arriving by local bus from Morioka Station; practical if traveling light, but a short taxi may be easier with luggage.
Morioka Tsunagi Onsen Byoin Mae Bus Stopbus
380 mabout 5–10 min, route may varyabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 30–40 min from central Morioka by bus
Potentially one of the closest local bus stops to the ryokan area; useful if you want to minimize walking after a bus ride.
Morioka Bus Centerbus
12 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by car or taxiabout 35–45 min by local bus to the Tsunagi Onsen area
Helpful secondary bus hub in central Morioka, especially if you are already staying downtown or connecting from highway or airport buses.
Iwate Hanamaki Airportairport
29 kmabout 45–60 min by car, traffic and weather permittingtypically easiest via airport bus or other transfer to Morioka, then onward to the ryokan
Most useful airport for this ryokan; generally the best choice for domestic air access before transferring through Morioka.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Outstanding hot spring bathsThe property is known for its 100% free-flowing natural hot spring water and a very large public bath area, plus open-air bathing. This is a strong pick if the bath experience is your top priority.
Easy from Morioka StationIt is relatively convenient for an onsen stay, about 20–25 minutes by car from Morioka Station, with bus access and a reserved free shuttle option. That makes it easier to combine with city sightseeing or a Shinkansen trip.
Larger-scale facilities than many ryokanBecause it is one of the bigger properties in Tsunagi Onsen, it offers a broader range of room types and more hotel-like convenience than a tiny traditional inn. This can work especially well for families, groups, or travelers who prefer space over intimacy.
Some rooms have scenic lake-side appealCertain Japanese-style rooms are positioned to look out toward Lake Gosho and distant Mt. Iwate, giving the stay a more open and relaxing atmosphere. That setting adds value if you want quiet scenery without being far from Morioka.
Useful extras for a casual stayThe stay is designed to feel easy rather than formal, with buffet dining, drink options, Wi-Fi, and a premium lounge or special annex on some plans. It suits travelers who want an uncomplicated onsen break with practical perks.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

More hotel than intimate ryokanThis is a large-scale onsen hotel, so it may not deliver the quiet, deeply personal service style people expect from a small luxury ryokan. If you want a highly handcrafted traditional experience, it may feel too big.
Buffet dining may feel less specialMeals are served buffet-style rather than as a refined kaiseki dinner in your room or a private dining setting. That is convenient, but it can feel less memorable for travelers seeking a classic ryokan food experience.
Some areas may feel datedWith a property of this scale and history, parts of the building and standard room stock may feel more functional than polished depending on the category booked. Travelers expecting a consistently modern boutique finish should choose carefully.
Not ideal for travelers without planningThe free shuttle requires advance reservation, and the property is not right next to Morioka Station. If you want completely effortless walkable access, the location can feel less convenient than staying in the city center.
Less suited to pet owners or ultra-flexible staysPets are not allowed, and standard checkout is relatively early compared with some slower-paced luxury ryokan stays. That can slightly reduce flexibility for travelers who want a very relaxed departure day.

Current position: 31st out of 35 ryokans in Iwate.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
26th	Yamaichi	8.2/10	12
27th	Shugyoku no Yu Yakushido Onsen	7.8/10	4
28th	Iyashinoyado Rodem	8.3/10	140
29th	Eboshiso	8.2/10	129
30th	Seiryukaku	8.1/10	141
31st	Hotel Taikan Current ryokan	8.1/10	1,162
32nd	Hotel Senshukaku	7.7/10	132
33rd	Onsen Minshuku Sakaeya	7.5/10	80
34th	Hotel Uguisu	7.3/10	135
35th	Dai Onsen Matsudaya Ryokan	7.0/10	120