KAMENOI HOTEL Ichinoseki

8.6

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.6/10, based on 429 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 Current ryokan	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	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

Countryside Escape Mountain Setting Valley Scenery Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath

Location

021-0101 Iwate, Ichinoseki, Genbicho Horyu 147-5, Japan

Staff 8,7/10

Facilities 8,5/10

Cleanliness 8,9/10

Comfort 8,4/10

Value for money 8,2/10

Location 8,6/10

Easy station accessFree shuttle from Ichinoseki Station takes about 20 minutes, easing arrival without a car.

Near Genbikei GorgeGenbikei Gorge is about five minutes away by car for quick scenic outings.

Mt. Kurikoma bathsIndoor and open-air baths look toward Mt. Kurikoma and seasonal scenery.

Skin-friendly springHoryu Onsen features sodium-chloride water with high metasilicic acid and warming soak comfort.

Flexible room mixJapanese, Western, and Japanese-Western rooms suit solo stays, couples, and families.

Accessible stay optionBarrier-free room includes wheelchair-friendly design, an electric bed, and a care lift.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and nearby sightseeing are the main driver: arrive for dinner and baths, then use the next day for Genbikei and Hiraizumi before moving on.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night onsen stop or a calm 2-night base for Genbikei and Hiraizumi, not as a long stay base.

Know before booking

Car helps a lotShuttle from Ichinoseki Station is useful, but the hotel itself is outside town and not strongly walkable.

Not a city baseChoose elsewhere if you want station-area dining, nightlife, or quick in-and-out sightseeing on foot.

Limited long-stay depthTwo nights can work with Hiraizumi, but longer stays risk repetition unless you have a car and regional plans.

No sauna or private bath certaintyVerified public baths include open-air and lying bath, but sauna is not offered and private bath use is unclear.

Oshidori (on-site)

on-site

Main hotel restaurant for breakfast and dinner.

Night Dandan Noodles (on-site)

on-site

Guest-only late-night noodle service inside the hotel.

Karaageya (nearby)

nearbyabout 20 min drive

Useful local stop for award-winning fried chicken snacks.

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 Ichinoseki Station by Shinkansen or local rail and use the hotel's reservation-required shuttle when available; otherwise take a taxi with luggage. If flying, Iwate Hanamaki Airport is the most practical airport connection, usually via Kitakami Station and then rail to Ichinoseki.

Hiraizumi Stationstation
6.5 kmHiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–25 min by cartypically via Ichinoseki Station, or best checked locally if using buses
Useful for travelers visiting Hiraizumi's World Heritage area before or after the ryokan stay, though Ichinoseki Station remains the easier main gateway.
Ichinoseki Stationstation
6.6 km67-1 Ekimae, Ichinoseki, Iwate 021-0867, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–25 min by carabout 20 min by hotel shuttle when operating
Best main rail gateway for this property. Ideal for Shinkansen arrivals; shuttle or taxi is more practical than walking.
Geibikei Stationstation
17 kmHigashiyamacho Nagasaka, Ichinoseki, Iwate, Japanabout 30 min by carabout 30–35 min by train to Ichinoseki, then about 18–20 min by bus or about 20 min by shuttle when available
Most useful for travelers linking the hotel with Geibikei sightseeing, rather than as the main arrival station.
KAMENOI HOTEL Ichinoseki Entrance Bus Stopbus
290 mNear Genbicho Horyu, Ichinoseki, Iwate, Japanabout 10 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 18–20 min by bus from Ichinoseki Station area
Useful if you prefer local bus access from Ichinoseki Station, but less convenient than the hotel shuttle if carrying luggage.
Genbikei Bus Stopbus
6.9 kmGenbikei area, Ichinoseki, Iwate, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 5–10 min by car to the hotel areaabout 5 min by local bus to the hotel entrance stop
Helpful for travelers combining the hotel stay with sightseeing at Genbikei Gorge; not a primary long-distance arrival point.
Iwate Hanamaki Airportairport
54 kmHanamaki, Iwate, Japanroughly 50–70 min by car depending on trafficcommonly about 1.5–2 hours via airport bus to Kitakami Station, Shinkansen to Ichinoseki, then shuttle or taxi
Best airport choice for most visitors coming directly to this ryokan from within Japan because it connects efficiently into the Tohoku rail network.
Sendai Airportairport
90 kmNatori, Miyagi, Japanroughly 1.5–2 hours by caroften about 2–2.5 hours via airport rail to Sendai and onward by Shinkansen to Ichinoseki, then shuttle or taxi
A good backup airport with broader flight options, but usually less direct than Iwate Hanamaki Airport for reaching the hotel.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Great base for Genbikei and HiraizumiThe hotel sits in Genbi-cho near Genbikei Gorge, with major sightseeing spots such as Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji reachable by car. It suits travelers who want nature and historic sites without changing hotels.
Spacious room options for groupsRoom types include 8- and 10-tatami Japanese rooms plus a large Japanese-Western room that can take up to five guests. That gives families or small groups more flexibility than a typical business hotel.
Onsen stay with scenic hillside feelThe property is known as a Horyu Onsen hotel on a hill, giving it a quieter setting than central Ichinoseki. It is a good match if you want to slow down after sightseeing and spend real time in the baths.
Good mix of traditional and bed-based roomsYou can choose classic tatami rooms, Western rooms, or Japanese-style twin rooms with Simmons beds. This makes it easier to balance ryokan atmosphere with sleeping comfort.
Useful for drivers and road-trippersIt is only a short drive from Ichinoseki IC and offers parking, which makes arrival simpler if you are touring southern Iwate by car. The location is more convenient for a driving itinerary than a rail-first trip.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not convenient for station-focused travelThe hotel is outside central Ichinoseki rather than near the station, so quick walkable access to trains, shops, and nightlife is limited. Without a car, transfers add effort to your day.
More functional than luxuriousThis is better described as a comfortable regional onsen hotel than a high-end boutique ryokan. Travelers seeking refined kaiseki theater, deeply intimate service, or premium design may find it too straightforward.
Room style can vary a lotSome rooms are modern bed-based layouts, while others are more classic and simple in feel. If you expect every room to have the same updated ryokan character, the mix may feel inconsistent.
Dining may be a key part of the stayBecause the hotel is in a quieter area, spontaneous off-property dinner options are not as immediate as in a town-center stay. If you prefer to wander out each night to eat, the setting is less convenient.
Best enjoyed with a slower itineraryThis property makes more sense as a relaxed onsen base than as a one-night crash pad between trains. Travelers prioritizing maximum urban convenience over baths and scenery may not get full value from it.

Current position: 18th out of 35 ryokans in Iwate.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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