Ichifukuso

8.9

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.9/10, based on 40 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Yoyokaku	9.8/10	374
🥈 2nd	UreshinoOnsen URESHINO YADOYA	9.5/10	247
🥉 3rd	Mizuno Ryokan	9.4/10	68
4th	Karatsu Seaside Hotel	9.2/10	1,286
5th	Taishoya	9.1/10	269
6th	Urari Takeo Garden Terrace Spa Resorts	9.1/10	216
7th	Tsukasa Ryokan	9.1/10	138
8th	Kakureisen	9.3/10	29
9th	Ureshino Motoyu	9.0/10	142
10th	Furuyu Onsen Oncri	9.0/10	130
11th	Ryokan Oomuraya	8.9/10	1,586
12th	ONCRI-Karatsu おんくり唐津	8.9/10	489
13th	Shukubō Shingetsu	9.5/10	9
14th	Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle	8.8/10	524
15th	Ichifukuso Current ryokan	8.9/10	40
16th	Ryokan Yoshidaya	8.7/10	992
17th	Kyotoya	8.6/10	2,822
18th	Ryokan Ōmasa, auberge apaisante dans une ancienne ville-château	8.6/10	47
19th	Oyado Chikurintei	8.8/10	1
20th	Kaze no Mori, Oku-Takeo Onsen	8.5/10	219
21st	Hotel Kasuien	8.4/10	194
22nd	Ureshino Onsen Yadoya Uchiroji	8.4/10	215
23rd	Onyado Takasago	8.4/10	313
24th	Oyado Yumechidori	8.3/10	29
25th	Yuzennoyado Toukai	8.3/10	404
26th	Wataya Besso	8.0/10	728
27th	Hana No Shizuku	7.8/10	69
28th	Ureshino Onsen Yusyuku Sarayama	7.9/10	225
29th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Ureshinokan	7.8/10	3,081
30th	Saga Fuga	2.3/10	4

Check-in from 4:00 PM

Sea Views Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Hot Spring Bath Public Onsen Open-Air Bath

Location

849-1614 Saga, Tara, Oourakou 122, Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 8,8/10

Cleanliness 9,0/10

Comfort 8,9/10

Value for money 8,8/10

Location 8,7/10

Fishing Port SettingRight beside Takezaki fishing port, giving the stay a genuine working-harbor atmosphere.

Fresh Seafood MealsKnown for local seafood-focused dining, including Takezaki crab and other Ariake Sea catches.

Cave Open-Air BathFeatures a rare hand-carved rock open-air bath, a standout point of the property.

Quiet Coastal MoodThe portside location feels calm at night, suiting travelers seeking a slower pace.

Traditional Ryokan FeelTatami-style rooms and classic inn ambiance deliver a simple, local Japanese stay.

Good Value BaseUseful for travelers wanting an onsen ryokan stay without an overt luxury price point.

Recommended stay1 nightSeafood dining and harbor-side bathing are the main reasons to stay. Arrive mid-afternoon, soak before dinner, eat crab or local seafood, sleep early, enjoy breakfast and one last bath, then continue onward. A second night only makes sense if you want a very slow coast-and-onsen break or seasonal oyster/crab eating nearby.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night seafood-and-onsen stop in Tara’s quiet Takezaki/Oura harbor area, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited base valueThe immediate area is quiet and low-density for sightseeing, so many travelers will run out of things to do after one full day.

Car helps a lotJR Hizen-Oura Station is about 7 minutes away by car, so rail travelers should confirm pickup or taxi plans.

Simple ryokan styleChoose it for seafood, sea views, and baths rather than polished luxury, resort facilities, or urban convenience.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Ryokan meals centered on fresh local seafood courses.

Shunkobo Takezaki (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Nearby seafood spot known for Takezaki crab.

Daifukumaru Direct Crab Sales Hakozaki (nearby)

nearby0.3 mi

Casual nearby seafood place with crab and oysters.

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, the most practical route is to use JR Nagasaki Main Line access via Hizen-Oura Station and take a short taxi ride to the ryokan. If arriving by air, Nagasaki Airport is usually the most convenient regional airport, while Saga Airport can also work for travelers combining the stay with Saga-side sightseeing or a rental car.

Hizen-Oura Stationstation
530 mOura area, Tara, Fujitsu District, Saga, Japanabout 10–20 min on foot depending on luggage and routeabout 3–5 min by taxi or carlocal bus or taxi is usually the easiest; best checked locally
This is the key rail access point for the ryokan and the most useful arrival station for most guests. A taxi is recommended if carrying luggage or arriving late.
Tara Stationstation
6.6 kmTara, Fujitsu District, Saga, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 10–15 min by taxi or carpossible by local bus or taxi connection; best checked locally
Useful as an alternative JR station, especially if your train timing works better here or if local sightseeing in Tara town is part of the plan.
Hizen-Kashima Stationstation
20 kmKashima, Saga, Japanabout 30–40 min by taxi or cartrain to a nearer Tara-area station plus taxi is usually more practical
A larger regional rail hub than the tiny local stations, useful if you are arriving on limited express services or transferring from bigger cities.
Takezaki Port Bus Stopbus
160 mTakezaki Port area, Oura, Tara, Saga, Japanabout 3–8 min on foot depending on exact stop positionvery short local taxi ride if neededuseful for local bus access within Tara; service frequency should be checked locally
Potentially useful for travelers already moving around the Tara/Takezaki area by local bus, but less convenient than a taxi after arriving by train.
Kyushu Saga International Airportairport
23 kmSaga, Japanabout 70–100 min by car depending on route and traffictypically requires airport bus or rail connection plus a local transfer; best checked locally
A reasonable alternative airport, particularly for travelers arriving via Saga-side itineraries or using a rental car.
Nagasaki Airportairport
29 kmOmura, Nagasaki, Japanabout 60–90 min by car depending on route and trafficusually requires a combination of airport bus, train, and local taxi; best checked locally
Usually the most practical airport for this ryokan, especially if you plan to rent a car or combine the stay with Nagasaki-area travel.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Sea views from every roomThis property is known for rooms facing the sea, which gives the stay a calm, distinctly local atmosphere rather than a generic town-hotel feel. Harbor and Ariake Sea views are part of the experience here.
Memorable cave-style hot springIts standout bathing feature is a cave-like bath carved into rock, which is far more distinctive than a standard indoor public bath. That makes the onsen experience feel unique and tied to the local setting.
Excellent for Takezaki crab and seafoodIchifukuso is especially appealing if your trip is built around seafood, with Takezaki crab and other Ariake Sea catches being a major draw. Its port-side location supports that strong seafood identity.
Right by the fishing portBeing next to Takezaki fishing port gives the ryokan a real working-harbor character that food-focused travelers often love. It feels embedded in the area rather than isolated from it.
Traditional ryokan valueThe property offers a classic Japanese inn style with tatami rooms, onsen access, and hearty meal-oriented stays that many guests find satisfying for the price. It suits travelers who prefer authenticity over trendiness.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a modern luxury retreatIchifukuso appears to lean more traditional and practical than high-end or design-forward. If you want a refined luxury ryokan with premium finishes, this may feel dated.
Remote for wider sightseeingTara is a quiet coastal area, so this stay works best if you specifically want Takezaki rather than a base for fast access to major Kyushu cities. Travelers without a car may find the location less convenient.
Best appeal is food-focusedA lot of this ryokan's charm is tied to local seafood dining. If you do not eat seafood or are not interested in regional crab specialties, part of the experience loses its biggest advantage.
Shared bath style may not suit everyoneEven with a distinctive onsen, the bathing setup is more traditional and may not suit travelers who strongly prefer private in-room baths or a fully private spa experience. Comfort depends on your expectations around communal bathing.
Limited resort-style facilitiesThis is more of a straightforward seaside ryokan than a full-service resort packed with entertainment or upscale wellness amenities. Guests wanting extensive facilities may find the experience simple.

Current position: 15th out of 30 ryokans in Saga.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
10th	Furuyu Onsen Oncri	9.0/10	130
11th	Ryokan Oomuraya	8.9/10	1,586
12th	ONCRI-Karatsu おんくり唐津	8.9/10	489
13th	Shukubō Shingetsu	9.5/10	9
14th	Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle	8.8/10	524
15th	Ichifukuso Current ryokan	8.9/10	40
16th	Ryokan Yoshidaya	8.7/10	992
17th	Kyotoya	8.6/10	2,822
18th	Ryokan Ōmasa, auberge apaisante dans une ancienne ville-château	8.6/10	47
19th	Oyado Chikurintei	8.8/10	1
20th	Kaze no Mori, Oku-Takeo Onsen	8.5/10	219