kinugawaonsen Fukumatsu

6.3

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 6.3/10, based on 1,102 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	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 Current ryokan	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 4:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Riverside Location Valley Scenery Hot Spring Town Station Access Public Onsen Open-Air Bath

Location

321-2522 Tochigi, Nikko, Kinugawa Onsen Ohara 1060-47, Japan

Staff 7,0/10

Facilities 5,5/10

Cleanliness 6,0/10

Comfort 6,0/10

Value for money 7,0/10

Location 7,5/10

River View RoomsMany Japanese-style rooms look out over the Kinugawa River scenery.

Walk to StationKinugawa-Onsen Station is reachable on foot in about five minutes.

Indoor & Open-Air OnsenPublic hot spring baths include both indoor and open-air bathing.

Good-Value StayCommonly positioned as a more affordable ryokan option in the area.

Leisure CornerA game room and shared instruments add casual in-house entertainment.

Theme Park AccessConvenient base for Tobu World Square and Edo Wonderland by car.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsStation access is one of its strongest advantages: arrive in the afternoon, soak, sleep, have breakfast, then pair Kinugawa with Tobu World Square or Edo Wonderland before moving on. A second night only makes sense if you want a slower onsen-town rhythm rather than a dense sightseeing base.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a budget-friendly 1-night or light 2-night onsen stop in Kinugawa Onsen, especially for travelers wanting river views and easy station access rather than a polished luxury ryokan.

Know before booking

Low-frills stayThis is a simpler budget ryokan, so travelers expecting refined luxury, elaborate service, or high-end design may be disappointed.

Shared facilities riskSome room categories use shared bathrooms, so check the exact room type carefully before booking.

Limited base valueKinugawa works for a short stop, but it is not the strongest long-stay base for wider Nikko temple-heavy sightseeing.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

Traditional on-site breakfast dining is indicated, but no clear venue name is found.

Kodaka (nearby)

nearbyabout 10 min walk

Nearby Japanese restaurant in the Kinugawa Onsen area.

PaintoE (nearby)

nearby5 min walk from station

Popular cafe near Kinugawa Onsen Station for a light stop.

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 Kinugawa-Onsen Station first and continue by short taxi ride or careful walk if traveling light. If coming from Tokyo by air, Haneda or Narita are the most practical airport gateways, then continue by rail toward Kinugawa-Onsen.

Kinugawa-Onsen Stationstation
700 mabout 5–10 min on foot, depending on route and luggageabout 2–5 min by taxiabout 5–10 min by local hotel-area bus or short taxi connection
Best overall arrival point for this ryokan. Most rail travelers should use this station, then choose taxi if carrying luggage or arriving in poor weather.
Kinugawa-Koen Stationstation
1.4 kmabout 15–25 min on foot, not ideal with luggageabout 5–10 min by taxiusually a short rail or taxi alternative to Kinugawa-Onsen Station
Secondary nearby station that may help depending on your rail itinerary, but it is generally less convenient than Kinugawa-Onsen Station for first-time visitors.
Tobu World Square Stationstation
2.0 kmabout 20–30 min on foot, depending on routeabout 5–10 min by taxione stop away from the main Kinugawa-Onsen area by local rail
Occasionally useful if your sightseeing plans include Tobu World Square, but it is not the easiest final stop for reaching the ryokan directly.
Shin-Fujiwara Stationstation
2.9 kmabout 40 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxia short onward rail ride or taxi transfer is usually needed
Useful as a transfer point between the Tobu and Aizu Kinugawa lines. Best used when your route naturally connects here rather than as a final arrival stop.
Tobu-Nikko Stationstation
12 kmabout 35–50 min by car, traffic dependentcommonly about 35–50 min by train with transfer or through service conditions varying
Major regional rail hub useful for travelers combining Nikko sightseeing with a Kinugawa stay. Not the nearest stop, but a practical fallback transfer point.
Kinugawa-Onsen Station Bus Stopbus
690 mabout 5–10 min on foot to the ryokan area, depending on exact stop positionabout 5–10 min by taxilocal circulation and area buses available; timing is best checked locally
Useful if you want a hotel-area circulator or local bus after arriving by train. Practical for travelers without large luggage, but taxi is usually easier.
Narita International Airportairport
134 kmlong-distance transfer; usually not recommended entirely by taxitypically several hours via Tokyo-area rail transfers; best checked locally when planning
Useful mainly for international arrivals. Plan on a rail-based transfer into Tokyo or the Tobu network before continuing to Kinugawa-Onsen.
Haneda Airportairport
142 kmlong-distance transfer; usually not recommended entirely by taxitypically several hours via Tokyo rail connections; best checked locally when planning
A practical airport for international and domestic arrivals into Tokyo, then continue by rail to the Kinugawa area. Usually a better gateway than trying to fly closer.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Scenic river-valley outlookRooms face the Kinugawa valley, and the setting near the river gives the stay a more open, scenic feel than a standard budget hotel. The views from the lobby and bath area are a genuine plus for an inexpensive ryokan.
Easy walk from the stationThe ryokan is within walking distance of Tobu Kinugawa-Onsen Station, making arrival simple even without a car. It also sits close to the Fureai Bridge area, so short walks around town are convenient.
Spacious tatami-style roomsGuest rooms are notably larger than many budget stays in Japan, which is useful for families, groups or travelers with luggage. The tatami layout also gives a more traditional ryokan feel.
Good value for a one-night onsen stopThis property is often chosen as a lower-cost base in Kinugawa Onsen, especially for travelers who want a ryokan atmosphere without paying premium resort rates. For a short stay, the price-to-space ratio is one of its strongest points.
Helpful and welcoming staffService is regularly described as friendly and polite, which can make an older property feel more comfortable and less impersonal. That matters especially for international travelers navigating a traditional stay format.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Cleanliness is inconsistentMultiple guest reports point to weak cleaning standards, including stained bath areas, dusty or tired rooms, and a general worn feel. If cleanliness is a top priority, this can be a major drawback.
The building feels datedThis is an older ryokan and several guests describe the interiors, corridors and room condition as rundown rather than charmingly retro. Travelers expecting a polished or renovated onsen stay may be disappointed.
Many rooms lack private bathing facilitiesSome room types have shared bathrooms and no private shower, so guests may need to use the communal bath instead of washing comfortably in-room. That setup can be inconvenient, especially late at night or for less confident onsen users.
Onsen experience can be hit-or-missWhile the ryokan does have hot spring baths, reviews mention issues such as extreme water temperature, maintenance concerns and limited operating hours. This makes the bath experience less reliable than at stronger onsen properties.
Not ideal for a longer or comfort-focused stayThe combination of aging facilities, occasional lack of hot water in-room and basic overall standard makes it better suited to a short budget stop than a restorative ryokan splurge. Travelers seeking comfort, refinement or a romantic onsen experience should be cautious.

Current position: 71st out of 76 ryokans in Tochigi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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