Susukinohara Ichinoyu
Traditional tatami room with twin futon bedding, shoji screens, wooden lattice partition and low dining area Susukinohara Ichinoyu Kanagawa
Woven basket and folded robe beside tiled onsen bath at Susukinohara Ichinoyu in Kanagawa
Indoor onsen bath room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking garden at Susukinohara Ichinoyu Kanagawa
Partitioned dining area with wooden tables and orange chairs at Susukinohara Ichinoyu, Kanagawa
Tatami room with low table and futon area at Susukinohara Ichinoyu in Kanagawa, Kantō, Japan
Wooden slatted facade and entrance of Susukinohara Ichinoyu with greenery and forested backdrop in Kanagawa Kanto
Tatami room with futon bedding and shoji screens at Susukinohara Ichinoyu in Kanagawa

Susukinohara Ichinoyu

9.0
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.0/10, based on 628 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM
Forest Surroundings Countryside Escape Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Autumn Scenery Private Onsen
Staff 9,1/10
Facilities 9,2/10
Cleanliness 9,3/10
Comfort 9,2/10
Value for money 8,7/10
Location 8,4/10

Ryokan highlights

A Sengokuhara onsen ryokan beside Hakone’s famous pampas grass fields, known for private open-air baths in every room.

All Rooms With OnsenEvery guest room includes its own open-air hot spring bath for private soaking.
Next to Susuki FieldsSet beside Sengokuhara’s famous pampas grass area, especially popular in autumn.
Dual Spring BathsPublic baths use two different spring types, adding variety beyond the rooms.
Easy Bus AccessJust about a one-minute walk from the nearest Sengokuhara area bus stop.
Forest Bath AtmosphereOpen-air bathing and surroundings lean calm, green, and quietly restorative.
Good Hakone ValuePrivate-bath rooms and two-meal stays stand out for solid value in Hakone.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and bath access are the strongest drivers here: arrive mid-afternoon, use the in-room open-air bath before dinner, sleep early, enjoy breakfast, then pair checkout with Sengokuhara sights or continue onward through Hakone. A second night works if you want a slower museum-and-onsen rhythm without changing hotels.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used for a 1–2 night Hakone onsen break in Sengokuhara, especially if you want a private bath room and easy access to the pampas grass area rather than a station-centered base.

Know before booking

Bus-based accessThis is not a rail-side ryokan. Most travelers reach it by bus from Hakone-Yumoto, so luggage-heavy arrivals feel slower.
Not a long-stay baseThe immediate area is calm and low-density at night. Staying too long can feel repetitive if you want varied dining or evening activity.
Seasonal scenery biasIts strongest location advantage is being next to the famous pampas grass area, which matters most in the right season.

Food & drinks

Verified Sengokuhara ryokan with on-site restaurant dining for breakfast and dinner, plus a few useful nearby meal stops.

Restaurant (on-site)
on-site

Main building dining room for Japanese breakfast and dinner.

  • Kaiseki-style dinnerfoodTraditional multi-course Japanese dinner.
  • Sashimi setfoodFresh sliced seafood option.
  • Sukiyaki dinnerfoodHotpot-style beef set.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodMorning set with grilled fish.
Annex Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Annex restaurant serving set meals for overnight guests.

  • Japanese set dinnerfoodSeasonal set meal for guests.
  • Local-ingredient cuisinespecialtyCreative Japanese cooking.
  • Vegetarian request mealspecialtyAvailable with advance notice.
  • Japanese breakfast setfoodTraditional morning meal.
Sento Chaya (nearby)
nearbyabout 5 min walk from Sengoku Annai-sho bus stop

Nearby soba spot in Sengokuhara for a simple local meal.

  • Soba noodlesfoodHouse specialty with clean texture.
  • UdonfoodJapanese wheat noodles.
  • Japanese teadrinkTypical meal companion.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in Hakone's Sengokuhara area and is most practically reached by bus from Hakone-Yumoto or by road from major gateways such as Odawara and Haneda.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

A strong pick for travelers who want a private open-air bath stay in Hakone without going fully luxury. It suits couples and quiet onsen-focused trips best, but the Sengokuhara location and limited flexibility may not fit every itinerary.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Private open-air bath in every roomThis ryokan is especially appealing if you want onsen time without sharing, since every guest room comes with its own open-air bath. It makes the stay feel far more personal and relaxed than a standard mid-range Hakone hotel.
  • Excellent for Susukinohara walksIt is very well placed for the famous Sengokuhara pampas grass area, making it a great base if that landscape is one of your reasons for visiting Hakone. The setting feels quieter and more scenic than staying near busier station zones.
  • Useful mix of room bath and public bathYou get both the privacy of an in-room bath and access to a larger shared bath with a forest-facing outdoor section. That gives you more variety than ryokans that only offer one bathing style.
  • Dinner-and-onsen stay works well hereThis property is a practical choice for travelers who want a classic one-night Hakone rhythm of check-in, soak, dinner, another soak, then breakfast. Guests often highlight the meals as a satisfying part of the overall stay.
  • Better value than many private-bath ryokansIn Hakone, rooms with private open-air baths often jump sharply in price, but this property is usually positioned as a more accessible option. It can be a smart compromise if you want the experience without paying top-tier luxury rates.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not ideal if you want easy rail accessThe ryokan is in Sengokuhara rather than near Hakone-Yumoto or Gora, so getting there usually involves a bus transfer. That can feel inconvenient with luggage or during crowded travel periods.
  • Area can feel isolated at nightThis location suits a stay-in ryokan experience, but it is less convenient if you like wandering to multiple shops, bars, or restaurants after check-in. If you skip the meal plan, nearby dining flexibility is more limited than in central Hakone areas.
  • Public bath access depends on buildingThe main public bath is in the main building, while the annex does not have its own bath area. Depending on your room placement, that may make shared-bath use slightly less seamless than expected.
  • More practical than luxuriousEven with private baths, the experience is generally better described as comfortable value rather than refined high-end ryokan indulgence. Travelers expecting elaborate kaiseki, deeply personalized service, or a premium boutique atmosphere may find it less special.
  • Some rooms may feel compact for longer staysThis works very well for a one-night onsen stop, but it may feel less spacious if you want to linger in the room for multiple days. The comfort level is strongest when your priority is bathing and resting rather than a large in-room living experience.

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