Hatago Nagomi

9.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.1/10, based on 1,363 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Iizukatei	9.5/10	121
🥈 2nd	Nikko Senhime Monogatari	9.2/10	594
🥉 3rd	Yurara Marukyō, Kinugawa Onsen	9.2/10	216
4th	Hatago Nagomi Current ryokan	9.1/10	1,363
5th	Kinugawa Onsen Sanraku	9.1/10	313
6th	Honke Bankyu	9.2/10	120
7th	Shelter Garden Nikko	9.2/10	113
8th	Minshuku Fukufuji	9.4/10	47
9th	Shiunso	9.1/10	113
10th	Nikko Hoshino Yado	9.0/10	177
11th	Kinugawa Onsen Hotel	8.9/10	1,167
12th	Itamuro Onsen Daikokuya	9.1/10	79
13th	Hana to Hana	8.9/10	423
14th	Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel	8.8/10	1,983
15th	Hacho no Yu	8.8/10	548
16th	Kanaya Hotel Kinugawa	8.8/10	230
17th	Yumoto Itaya	8.8/10	213
18th	Hotel Seikoen	8.8/10	175
19th	Yunomori, Okunikko Yumoto Onsen	9.2/10	29
20th	Nikko Kanaya Hotel	8.7/10	1,109
21st	Hotel Harumoto	8.8/10	110
22nd	Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto	8.7/10	296
23rd	Nasu Onsen Sanraku	8.7/10	176
24th	Sansuikaku, auberge des hauts plateaux de Nasu	8.9/10	41
25th	Isamikan	8.7/10	112
26th	Chuzenji Pension	8.7/10	104
27th	Tsuganoki	8.7/10	96
28th	Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki	8.5/10	1,404
29th	Ashionoyado Kajika	8.6/10	80
30th	Nasu-Onsen Shinshun no Kago Hewitt Resort	8.7/10	33
31st	Hotel Shirakawa Yunokura	8.4/10	321
32nd	Oyado Ichifuji	8.4/10	98
33rd	Jizaiso	8.6/10	24
34th	TAOYA Nasu Shiobara	8.3/10	689
35th	Nasushiobara Masudaya	8.5/10	28
36th	Nikko Tokanso	8.3/10	159
37th	Nanpeidai Onsen Hotel	8.3/10	153
38th	Kouunsou	8.6/10	17
39th	Hotel Shikisai	8.2/10	1,833
40th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Kinugawa Kanko Hotel	8.2/10	516
41st	Sakahijiri Nikko	8.2/10	200
42nd	Kinugawa Park Hotels	8.2/10	187
43rd	Nasu Muku no Ne	8.9/10	6
44th	Issinkan	8.2/10	99
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Premier Shiobara	8.1/10	1,280
46th	KAMENOI HOTEL Okunikko	8.1/10	651
47th	Kinugawa Onsen Hana no Yado Matsuya	8.1/10	266
48th	Yama no Ie	8.1/10	111
49th	Tokiwa Ryokan	8.1/10	67
50th	森のうた Morinouta Forest Stay in Nikko	8.1/10	67
51st	Hotel Yunishigawa	8.0/10	1,188
52nd	Gensenkan	8.0/10	623
53rd	Pension Balmy	7.9/10	8
54th	YU-FURI Nasu-Takao Onsen Lodge	7.9/10	14
55th	Banshō Nasu-Shiobara	7.1/10	1
56th	Nasu Hoshi no Akari	7.9/10	110
57th	Hotel New Momiji	7.9/10	584
58th	Bettei Nakanoya	5.0/10	1
59th	Yutorelo Nasushiobara	7.8/10	1,814
60th	KAMENOI HOTEL Nikko Yunishigawa All-Inclusive Resort	7.5/10	372
61st	Hotel Kinu	7.1/10	25
62nd	Iwaiyado Jyuan Nikko Kawaji onsen	7.1/10	27
63rd	Hotel Manyotei	7.4/10	574
64th	Lake Side Nikko Hotel	7.3/10	258
65th	Kinugawa Royal Hotel	7.2/10	1,369
66th	Kinugawa Plaza Hotel	7.1/10	369
67th	Itoen Hotel New Sakura	7.0/10	1,329
68th	LiVEMAX RESORT Kinugawa	6.7/10	1,220
69th	Hotel New Ohruri	6.5/10	1,078
70th	Shiobara Onsen Hotel Ohruri	6.3/10	154
71st	kinugawaonsen Fukumatsu	6.3/10	1,102
72nd	Hotel Kosho	3.8/10	16
73rd	Wakaki Ryokan – Nasu Yumoto Onsen	4.3/10	58
74th	Itoen Hotel Shiobara	4.3/10	220
75th	LiVEMAX RESORT Kawaji	4.0/10	877
76th	Nasushiobara Ichimantei	3.3/10	210

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Lake Views Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town National Park Public Onsen Hot Spring Bath

Location

321-1661 Tochigi, Nikko, Chugushi 2478-4, Japan

Staff 9,7/10

Facilities 8,7/10

Cleanliness 9,2/10

Comfort 9,2/10

Value for money 8,8/10

Location 9,4/10

Lakefront SettingRight by Lake Chuzenji, giving the stay a scenic waterfront atmosphere.

Onsen ExperienceKnown for its hot spring baths, a key draw after Nikko sightseeing.

Near Chuzenji StopsConveniently close to local bus stops for reaching sights around Chuzenji.

Walkable AttractionsLake Chuzenji and nearby local sightseeing spots are reachable on foot.

Relaxed Traditional StayRyokan-style atmosphere suits travelers wanting a calmer, more local experience.

Good Value ReviewsGuest review patterns often praise service, upkeep, and overall value.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsLake Chuzenji is the strongest stay driver here: arrive in the afternoon for lake views and the communal hot spring bath, have dinner on-site, walk to Kegon Falls or the lakefront, then use the next morning for the Natural Science Museum, Chuzenji area sights, or an onward bus deeper into Okunikko. Two nights works if you want a slower nature rhythm or seasonal foliage time; more than that can feel stretched unless you are hiking or touring the wider Oku-Nikko area.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1- to 2-night Lake Chuzenji stay for travelers who want scenic Okunikko nature, easy access to Kegon Falls, and a simpler onsen hotel rather than a destination luxury ryokan.

Know before booking

Limited long-stay depthVery good for 1-2 nights, but the immediate Lake Chuzenji area is not dense enough for many travelers to justify a longer stay without planned hiking or wider Oku-Nikko touring.

Not station-convenientThis is not near Nikko Station; you must factor in the uphill bus transfer and potential seasonal road congestion.

Simpler bath setupVerified bath offering is a shared natural hot spring bath; do not book expecting private in-room onsen or a large luxury spa complex.

Restaurant Nantai (on-site)

on-site

Main on-site dinner restaurant with local and seasonal dishes.

Cafe & Bar Shirane (on-site)

on-site

Lake-view cafe bar for soft drinks and local alcohol.

Breakfast Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Breakfast venue with Japanese or Western sets and buffet days.

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 at Tobu-Nikko Station or JR Nikko Station first, then continue by Tobu bus toward Lake Chuzenji and get off near the lakefront stop used for Hatago Nagomi, or use a taxi for easier luggage handling. If flying into Japan, Haneda Airport is usually the most practical airport because it has established onward access toward Nikko.

Tobu-Nikko Stationstation
11 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 30–40 min by taxi, depending on traffic and mountain road conditionsabout 45–55 min by bus to the Lake Chuzenji area, then a short walk
Usually the most useful rail arrival point for leisure travelers coming from Tokyo on Tobu services. Good starting point for direct bus transfer to the ryokan area.
JR Nikko Stationstation
12 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 30–40 min by taxi, depending on traffic and seasonabout 45–55 min by bus to the Lake Chuzenji area, then a short walk
Best for travelers arriving via JR, including those connecting from the shinkansen at Utsunomiya. Bus access toward Chuzenji is straightforward from the station area.
Funa no Eki Chuzenji Bus Stopbus
60 mabout 1–3 min on footabout 3–5 min by taximain local arrival stop from Nikko stations; commonly about 45–55 min by bus from the station area
This appears to be the closest and most practical bus stop for the ryokan. Best choice if you want the shortest final walk.
Chuzenji Onsen Bus Terminalbus
530 mabout 7–10 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 45–50 min by bus from Tobu-Nikko or JR Nikko Station
Useful as the main transfer hub in the Lake Chuzenji area. Good fallback if your bus does not stop closer to the ryokan.
Narita International Airportairport
135 kmbest checked locally for full door-to-door timingoften several hours overall via Tokyo-area rail or highway bus connections to Nikko, then local bus or taxi onward
A viable alternative for international arrivals, but the trip to Oku-Nikko is long. Often better if your flight options or price are significantly better than Haneda.
Haneda Airportairport
135 kmbest checked locally for full door-to-door timingoften several hours overall via rail or highway bus connections to Nikko, then local bus or taxi onward
Usually the most practical airport for international arrivals heading to Nikko because onward transport options are well established. Best if you want the broadest flight choice.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Full lake-view stayAll room types face Lake Chuzenji, so the scenery is a real part of the stay rather than a lucky upgrade. This makes even a simple room feel special, especially in the morning or in autumn.
Genuine sulfur open-air bathThe outdoor bath uses free-flowing sulfur spring water from Nikko Yumoto Onsen, giving the ryokan a more distinctive onsen experience than properties with only standard heated baths. The milky or greenish water adds to the sense of staying somewhere rooted in Oku-Nikko.
Great base for Oku-Nikko sightsThe hotel is well placed for Lake Chuzenji walks, nearby sightseeing boats, and easy access toward Kegon Falls and other natural attractions. It works particularly well for travelers prioritizing the lake and mountain side of Nikko over the shrine area.
Comfortable modern roomsRooms are Western-style and use Simmons beds, which is a strong plus if you want ryokan atmosphere without sleeping on futons. The larger deluxe and connecting options also make it practical for families or small groups.
Warm, traveler-friendly serviceThe property has a strong reputation for attentive hospitality, and recent guests consistently praise the staff’s kindness and helpfulness. That matters more here because the area is quieter and transport logistics can require a bit of support.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

No elevator on siteThe ryokan does not have an elevator, so stairs are unavoidable unless you specifically request a lower floor. This can be a real drawback with heavy luggage, older travelers, or anyone with mobility concerns.
Far from Nikko stationsHatago Nagomi is in the Lake Chuzenji area, not in central Nikko near Tobu or JR Nikko Station. If your plan is focused on the shrine district or easy rail access, the location may feel inconvenient.
More small inn than full resortThe baths are appealing but not especially large, and the overall facilities are simpler than those of a luxury resort. Travelers expecting expansive spa amenities or many in-house activities may find it limited.
Western-style rooms onlyThis is not the best pick if you specifically want a classic tatami-and-futon ryokan stay. The rooms lean more modern hotel than traditional Japanese inn sleeping experience.
Mountain-road access can be tiringGetting up to the Lake Chuzenji area involves a longer, winding approach, which can be tiring after arrival and uncomfortable for travelers sensitive to curvy roads. It is better for a relaxed overnight stay than for a quick in-and-out stop.

Current position: 4th out of 76 ryokans in Tochigi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Iizukatei	9.5/10	121
🥈 2nd	Nikko Senhime Monogatari	9.2/10	594
🥉 3rd	Yurara Marukyō, Kinugawa Onsen	9.2/10	216
4th	Hatago Nagomi Current ryokan	9.1/10	1,363
5th	Kinugawa Onsen Sanraku	9.1/10	313
6th	Honke Bankyu	9.2/10	120
7th	Shelter Garden Nikko	9.2/10	113
8th	Minshuku Fukufuji	9.4/10	47
9th	Shiunso	9.1/10	113
10th	Nikko Hoshino Yado	9.0/10	177
11th	Kinugawa Onsen Hotel	8.9/10	1,167