Sasai Hotel
Aerial sunset over park and clustered buildings near Sasai Hotel area, Hokkaidō Japan
Illuminated Sasai Hotel exterior at night under a starry sky in Hokkaidō with lit entrance and parking area
Searing sliced steak on hot iron griddle at Sasai Hotel in Hokkaidō
Sauce poured over plated seafood with broccoli garnish
Chopsticks holding tempura frying in bubbling oil at Sasai Hotel in Hokkaidō
Warm wooden-floor lobby corridor with decorative barrels, seating and traditional decor at Sasai Hotel in Hokkaidō, Japan
Close-up of water flowing into a wooden onsen bath inside Sasai Hotel, Hokkaido

Sasai Hotel

8.1
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.1/10, based on 75 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
Hot Spring Town Countryside Escape Hot Spring Bath Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath
Staff 8,1/10
Facilities 8,0/10
Cleanliness 8,1/10
Comfort 8,0/10
Value for money 8,0/10
Location 8,0/10

Ryokan highlights

A long-established Tokachigawa Onsen stay known for rare moor hot springs, varied baths, and solid buffet dining.

Rare Moor OnsenEnjoy Tokachigawa’s famous plant-based moor hot spring, prized for its smooth feel.
Varied Bath ChoicesLarge baths include indoor and open-air options, plus sauna and cypress bath.
Long-Established AtmosphereA well-known, long-running hotel that reflects classic Tokachigawa Onsen character.
Generous Buffet DiningDinner buffet features around 50 items, including live-cooked steak and tempura.
Easy From ObihiroAbout 20 minutes by car or 25 minutes by bus from central Obihiro.
Wide Room SelectionMany room types are available, including updated Japanese-style and twin options.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town setting is the main driver: arrive by mid-afternoon, use the moor onsen, eat dinner on-site, sleep early, then walk the small resort area or add one nearby Tokachigawa outing before moving on. A second night works only if you want a slower bath-focused stay or an easy Tokachi-area detour.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night onsen stop or relaxed 2-night break in Tokachigawa Onsen, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited town depthTokachigawa Onsen is compact, so many travelers run out of things to do after one full day.
Not a rail hubAccess is easiest via Obihiro Station plus bus or car, so station-hopping trips are less convenient.
Old-school styleThe hotel appears long-established and practical rather than intimate boutique luxury.

Food & drinks

Verified as Sasai Hotel in Tokachigawa Onsen, with a named buffet restaurant on-site and a couple of easy nearby casual options.

Restaurant Daichi (on-site)
on-site

Main on-site dining room for buffet breakfast and dinner.

  • Dinner buffetfoodJapanese, Western, and Chinese buffet.
  • Beef steakfoodCooked at the open kitchen.
  • TempurafoodFreshly fried items.
  • Breakfast buffetfoodAbout 30 Japanese and Western dishes.
  • French toastspecialtyHotel original breakfast favorite.
Ramen Dengaku (nearby)
nearbynear the ryokan

Popular ramen spot in the Sasai Hotel parking area.

  • Tokachi atsumenspecialtyHot dipping noodles, local favorite.
  • Spicy miso hot noodlesfoodRich miso broth with adjustable heat.
  • Shoyu atsumenfoodSoy-based hot noodle style.
  • ChashufoodPork topping for ramen.
Kokage Cafe (nearby)
nearbyabout 3 min by car

Cafe at Garden Spa Tokachigawa Onsen for light bites and sweets.

  • Soft servespecialtyPopular milk-based ice cream.
  • Camembert soft servespecialtyCheese-flavored soft serve option.
  • Iced teadrinkSimple cold tea.
  • Tokachi snacksfoodLight cafe bites with local ingredients.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Tokachigawa Onsen area east of central Obihiro, with JR Obihiro Station and Tokachi-Obihiro Airport as the main access hubs.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

Sasai Hotel is a long-running Tokachigawa Onsen stay that suits travelers who want a broad onsen setup, many room categories, and easy access from Obihiro. It is a better fit for guests who value classic hot-spring convenience over an intimate luxury ryokan atmosphere.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Rare moor hot spring bathsThe hotel’s biggest draw is Tokachigawa’s distinctive moor onsen, a rare amber-colored, skin-smoothing hot spring. It also offers multiple indoor and open-air baths plus saunas, so the bathing experience feels more substantial than a simple one-bath inn.
  • Good range of room stylesSasai Hotel has a notably wide spread of room types, from updated Japanese-style twins to larger tatami rooms and mixed Japanese-Western layouts. That makes it easier to match the stay to couples, families, or travelers who want beds instead of futons.
  • Dinner is more lively than formalIts signature dining style is a large northern buffet rather than a rigid kaiseki-only experience. The open kitchen with freshly prepared steak and tempura is appealing if you prefer variety and a more relaxed meal.
  • Easy base near ObihiroIt is convenient for travelers arriving through Obihiro, with bus access from JR Obihiro Station and manageable transfer times from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport. That makes it a practical hot-spring stop without needing deep rural logistics.
  • Big-hotel facilities can helpWith 99 rooms, parking for many cars, a shop, lounge space, and day-use bath operations, the property offers more infrastructure than a tiny ryokan. This can be reassuring for travelers who want a fuller-service stay in an established onsen hotel.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Less intimate ryokan feelThis is a sizeable onsen hotel rather than a highly personal, boutique ryokan. If you want a quiet, deeply traditional stay with individualized service, the scale may feel more impersonal.
  • No private reservable bathThe bath facilities are public, and the hotel does not present the rotenburo as private rental baths. That can be a drawback for couples, tattoo-conscious guests, or anyone who prefers bathing in privacy.
  • Buffet may not suit kaiseki seekersThe main food identity leans toward buffet dining with Japanese, Western, and Chinese options. Travelers hoping for a refined multi-course ryokan dinner as the centerpiece of the stay may find the style less special.
  • Some rooms are clearly more datedThe hotel mixes renovated categories with older-style room stock, so the experience can vary depending on what you book. Choosing a cheaper standard room may not deliver the same polished feel as the refreshed categories.
  • Short checkout and possible maintenance interruptionsCheckout is at 10:00, which is a little less relaxed than properties offering a later morning departure. The hotel has also posted full-building maintenance closures, so the atmosphere may occasionally feel more operational than secluded.

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