Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki

8.5

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.5/10, based on 1,404 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	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 Current ryokan	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

Riverside Location Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath

Location

321-2522 Tochigi, Nikko, Kinugawaonsen Ohara 1400, Japan

Staff 8,5/10

Facilities 8,6/10

Cleanliness 8,6/10

Comfort 8,4/10

Value for money 8,3/10

Location 8,5/10

Walkable station accessAbout a three-minute walk from Kinugawa Onsen Station for easy arrivals.

Large onsen bathsBig indoor and open-air hot spring baths are a core draw here.

Family-friendly resortPools and spacious facilities make it especially convenient for families and groups.

Popular buffet mealsBuffet dining is a consistent guest positive, with broad variety and satisfying portions.

Spacious room feelRooms are often noted as roomy, suiting longer stays or multi-person trips.

Mountain onsen settingKinugawa Onsen location gives a scenic resort feel near Nikko sightseeing areas.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsStation access is the strongest driver here: arrive easily, check in early for the baths and spa, have dinner, sleep, enjoy breakfast and one more soak, then use day two for nearby Kinugawa sights before moving on.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a convenient Kinugawa Onsen stay for 1–2 nights, especially for travelers wanting easy station access, large bath facilities, and family-friendly downtime rather than deep traditional ryokan immersion.

Know before booking

Modern resort feelThis is a large resort-style ryokan-hotel, not a quiet small inn with intimate traditional atmosphere.

Can feel overlongBeyond two nights, many travelers may run out of compelling walkable sights unless they plan specific nearby attractions.

Family-oriented facilitiesPools, kids facilities, and large shared spaces make it stronger for families than secluded couple-focused stays.

ALL DAY DINING (on-site)

on-site

Main on-site buffet dining with breakfast, lunch, dinner, sweets, and drinks.

Tsuruya (nearby)

nearby1 min walk

Station-side local spot for soba, ramen, and simple set meals.

Kinugawa Center Kodaka (nearby)

nearby2 min walk

Useful stop near the station for local snacks and light meals.

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 by Tobu limited express to Kinugawa-Onsen Station and walk if luggage is manageable; a very short taxi ride is the easiest option with large bags or in bad weather. Haneda is generally the more practical airport for Tokyo-side access, while Narita is still workable with a longer transfer via Tokyo.

Kinugawa-Onsen Stationstation
240 mabout 3 min on footabout 2-5 min by taxi
Best overall arrival point. The hotel is visible from the station area, so this is the simplest rail access for most guests.
Tobu World Square Stationstation
1.9 kmnot ideal on foot with luggage; about 20-30 min walkingabout 5-10 min by taxiabout 2-5 min by local train to Kinugawa-Onsen Station, service permitting
Useful if you are combining the stay with Tobu World Square or arrive from a nearby stop, but Kinugawa-Onsen Station is usually more convenient for the hotel.
Kosagoe Stationstation
2.9 kmnot recommended on foot for most travelersabout 10-15 min by taxiabout 5-10 min by local train to Kinugawa-Onsen Station, service permitting
Secondary rail option on the same Tobu line. Best used only if your itinerary already passes through it or nearby lodging/attractions.
Shimo-Imaichi Stationstation
12 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 30-40 min by car in light trafficabout 20-30 min by Tobu train toward Kinugawa-Onsen
Important transfer hub for travelers connecting from the Tobu Nikko Line or local rail services. Practical if you are not on a through limited express.
Kinugawa-Onsen Station Bus Areabus
230 mabout 3-5 min on footabout 2-5 min by taxi
Useful for local and regional bus connections around the Kinugawa area. Best for sightseeing transfers rather than first-time arrival compared with the train.
Narita International Airportairport
132 kmbest checked locallyoften about 4-5 hours total depending on transfer timing
Useful for many long-haul arrivals, but typically involves a longer transfer than Haneda. Choose it mainly when flight options or fares are better.
Haneda Airportairport
142 kmbest checked locallyoften about 3-4 hours total depending on train or bus connection timing
Usually the most practical airport for international visitors heading into Tokyo first and then onward to Kinugawa by rail. Good choice if you want a smoother Tokyo-side connection.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Huge bath and pool complexThis property stands out for its resort-style scale, with extensive indoor and outdoor bathing areas plus pool facilities that make the stay feel much more activity-driven than a standard ryokan.
Easy walk from the stationIt is close to Kinugawa Onsen Station, which makes arrival simpler than many onsen stays in the mountains, especially if you are traveling with luggage or children.
Great fit for familiesThe pools, water-play features, spacious layout, and entertainment-oriented setup make it especially convenient for families rather than couples seeking a purely quiet retreat.
Open views over the valleySeveral guest impressions highlight broad views toward the Kinugawa valley and surrounding mountains, which add a scenic payoff beyond just the baths.
Buffet style is practicalThe dining format is convenient if your group has mixed tastes, since buffet service is usually easier for families and less adventurous eaters than a formal kaiseki dinner.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

More resort than classic ryokanIf you want a deeply traditional ryokan mood, the scale and entertainment-heavy feel can seem closer to a family resort hotel than an intimate Japanese inn.
Buffet can feel repetitiveGuests commonly appreciate the quantity, but longer stays may find the buffet less distinctive and less memorable than a carefully paced multi-course ryokan meal.
Some areas feel datedMultiple guest comments describe parts of the interiors as retro or worn, so expectations should be adjusted if you are looking for a polished luxury finish throughout.
Can get busy and noisyBecause the hotel is large and family-oriented, shared spaces such as the buffet and leisure areas may feel crowded, especially during busy periods.
Room consistency may varySome guest feedback mentions issues such as lingering odors or older room finishes, which suggests the in-room experience may not feel equally fresh across all categories.

Current position: 28th out of 76 ryokans in Tochigi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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