Minshuku Kobayashi

7.4

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.4/10, based on 63 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kawaguchiko Lakeside Hotel	9.7/10	1,017
🥈 2nd	Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Konanso	9.4/10	4,042
🥉 3rd	Rakuyu	9.4/10	1,243
4th	Rokumeikan Hills	9.6/10	56
5th	Togawaso	9.3/10	654
6th	Teiensaryo Yamanakako	9.3/10	335
7th	Beautiful Japanese Garden Kagetsu	9.3/10	246
8th	Temple Lodging Shukubo Kakurinbo	9.2/10	1,063
9th	Mt Fuji View and Private Sauna Ryokan Shizuku しずく	9.2/10	1,010
10th	Komaya Ryokan	9.3/10	130
11th	Taiheikan	9.2/10	481
12th	Fuji Onsenji Yumedono	9.1/10	2,529
13th	Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Asafuji	9.1/10	2,503
14th	Kasuitei Ooya	9.0/10	1,562
15th	Shoji Lake Hotel	9.0/10	1,062
16th	Tokiwa Hotel	9.1/10	97
17th	Yamadaya Hotel	9.0/10	504
18th	Fuji View Hotel	8.9/10	11,512
19th	Rakusuien	10.0/10	9
20th	Wakamizusou	8.9/10	1,311
21st	Village Sun Lake Kawaguchiko	9.0/10	83
22nd	Oike Hotel	8.8/10	1,745
23rd	Hotel Koryu	8.8/10	1,016
24th	Maruei	8.9/10	69
25th	Ashiwada Hotel	8.8/10	335
26th	Pension Marieペンションマリエ	8.8/10	311
27th	Kounso	8.8/10	79
28th	Lakeland Hotel Mizunosato	8.7/10	2,322
29th	SAKURA inn 白米	9.1/10	11
30th	Glamping Village Fuji Kawaguchiko	8.8/10	28
31st	Ichifujiso	8.6/10	595
32nd	Akaishi Ryokan	8.5/10	712
33rd	Hakkaisan Konohanakan	8.9/10	5
34th	Fukuichi	8.5/10	104
35th	Wan Wan Paradise Premier Yamanakako	8.5/10	84
36th	Haku Fuji Yamanakako	10.0/10	1
37th	Shiki-no-Yado Fujisan	8.4/10	5,240
38th	Wan Wan Paradise Yatsugatake	8.2/10	10
39th	Lake Yamanakako Shuzansou	8.2/10	45
40th	Asia Hotel FUJISAN	8.1/10	24
41st	Ryokan Fuji Heights	7.7/10	7
42nd	Hanamizuki	7.3/10	4
43rd	The Gran Resort Princess Fujikawaguchiko	8.2/10	903
44th	Maruyaso	8.1/10	162
45th	Hanasuishou	8.1/10	205
46th	Hotel Hatta	8.1/10	315
47th	Isawa Tokiwa Hotel	8.1/10	718
48th	Yamanaka Lake Ryozan	8.1/10	1,198
49th	Mt Fuji Hanayagi no Sho Keizan	8.1/10	1,716
50th	YATSUGATAKE KOGEN RESORT	8.0/10	112
51st	Yanagiya	8.0/10	141
52nd	KAMENOI HOTEL Fuji	7.8/10	35
53rd	Meitei no Yado Hotel Koshien	8.0/10	638
54th	Yamagisi Ryokan	8.0/10	649
55th	Kikori	7.9/10	122
56th	Hotel Kimiyoshi	7.8/10	131
57th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Hotel Shinko	7.8/10	145
58th	Fujimien	7.1/10	21
59th	Minshuku Kobayashi Current ryokan	7.4/10	63
60th	Kasugai View Hotel	7.6/10	452
61st	Hotel Sekitei	7.6/10	870
62nd	Hotel Hana Isawa	7.4/10	100
63rd	Yasuragi no Bettei Shikitei	7.2/10	46
64th	Hotel Heian	6.6/10	21
65th	Isawa View Hotel	7.4/10	250
66th	Sakura no Yakata Hotel	7.1/10	68
67th	Hotel Kaminoyu Onsen	6.8/10	400
68th	Lake Oshino	4.2/10	13

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Countryside Escape Mountain Setting Forest Surroundings Hot Spring Town

Location

401-0320 Yamanashi, Narusawa, 1102, Japan

Staff 7,5/10

Facilities 6,8/10

Cleanliness 7,4/10

Comfort 7,1/10

Value for money 7,6/10

Location 7,4/10

Fuji Area BaseWell placed in Narusawa for Lake Kawaguchi, Fuji-Q, and wider Fuji sightseeing.

Free ParkingHandy on-site parking makes it especially practical for travelers exploring by car.

Good Value StayReview patterns point to strong value compared with other stays around Fuji.

Clean Simple RoomsGuests regularly praise the tidy, comfortable rooms for a straightforward overnight stay.

Peaceful Garden SettingThe quiet garden adds a calmer, more local atmosphere than busier resort areas.

Family-Friendly OptionFamily rooms and practical facilities suit small groups and budget-conscious families.

Recommended stay1 nightLocation is the main stay-length driver: one night works well for an afternoon check-in, dinner elsewhere or simple local planning, evening rest, and a next-day cave, forest, or Fuji-area outing before moving on.

Trip-planning verdict: Good for a simple Mount Fuji foothill stop near Narusawa and Kawaguchiko-area sights, but not for travelers expecting a full-service ryokan or urban base.

Know before booking

Not a full ryokanThis appears to be a simple minshuku-style stay with shared facilities, so do not book it expecting luxury ryokan service or a private in-room bath.

Car helps a lotThe area is more practical with a car. Public transport works better for focused sightseeing than for flexible dining and luggage-heavy travel.

Limited evening sceneNarusawa is quiet. Travelers wanting nightlife, bar-hopping, or lots of nearby dining will likely feel stuck after dark.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

No named restaurant found; village listing suggests room-only stay.

Roadside Station Snack Corner (nearby)

nearbyabout 3 km

Useful nearby light-meal stop at Michi-no-Eki Narusawa.

Koyodai Resthouse (nearby)

nearbyabout 6 km

Scenic resthouse with food and drinks near the lookout.

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 Kawaguchiko Station first, then continue by local bus toward Narusawa or take a taxi for the last stretch with luggage. If coming from Tokyo airports, Haneda is usually the smoother airport choice, while Narita is workable but generally takes longer.

Kawaguchiko Stationstation
5.7 kmFujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–20 min by car or taxiabout 25–40 min by local bus, depending on stop and service timing
Best overall rail gateway for most visitors. Good choice if you want the simplest transfer to Narusawa by bus or taxi.
Fujisan Stationstation
7.9 kmFujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–30 min by car or taxiabout 30–45 min by bus with possible waiting time
Useful secondary rail hub, especially if your route or bus connection lines up better here. A taxi is convenient if carrying bulky luggage.
Michi-no-Eki Narusawabus
2.6 kmNarusawa, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi, Japanabout 25–40 min on local roads, best checked locallyabout 5–10 min by car or taxilocal stop for Narusawa-area buses; exact service should be checked locally
One of the more useful Narusawa-side bus access points. Practical for local arrivals, but less ideal than a taxi if you have heavy bags.
Forest Mall Fujikawaguchikobus
3.2 kmFujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, Japanabout 45 min walkabout 8–15 min by car or taxiabout 15–25 min by local bus, depending on service pattern
A practical intermediate bus stop area on the west side of Kawaguchiko. Can be useful if your bus route serves it more directly than the station transfer.
Haneda Airportairport
98 kmOta, Tokyo, Japanabout 1.5 h by caroften about 3–4.5 hours overall to the Narusawa area, depending on transfer choices
Usually the most convenient airport for international arrivals heading to the Fuji Five Lakes area. Plan for a same-day bus or rail-plus-bus transfer, or stay near Tokyo if arriving late.
Narita International Airportairport
155 kmNarita, Chiba, Japanabout 2.4 h by caroften about 4–5.5 hours overall to the Narusawa area, depending on transfers
Useful for many long-haul flights, but generally farther and slower than Haneda for this ryokan. Best if flight price or schedule is clearly better.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Quiet Narusawa settingThe property sits in Narusawa, away from the busier Kawaguchiko center, so the atmosphere is calmer and more local. It works well if you want a peaceful base near the Fuji area.
Good value for simple staysThis minshuku is positioned as a no-frills lodging choice with strong value ratings, making it appealing for travelers who mainly need a clean place to sleep. It is especially suitable for short stays focused on sightseeing rather than hotel time.
Useful for driversFree on-site parking makes it practical if you are exploring the Fuji Five Lakes region by car. That convenience matters in Narusawa, where many sights are easier to reach with your own vehicle.
Close to Fuji-area sightseeingIt is within easy reach of Lake Kawaguchi and Fuji-Q Highland, so you can combine nature, scenic drives, and attractions without staying in the busiest tourist zone. The location also suits travelers planning outdoor activities nearby.
Traditional minshuku feelThe property is a small Japanese-style guesthouse rather than a chain hotel, which gives the stay a more homelike and local character. That can be a pleasant choice if you prefer simplicity over standardized lodging.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Shared bathroomsRooms use shared bathroom facilities, which can feel inconvenient if you want more privacy or an easier routine in the morning and evening. This is one of the clearest trade-offs versus a standard hotel.
Very limited servicesThis is a basic stay rather than a full-service ryokan, so you should not expect extensive amenities, elaborate dining, or a polished resort-style experience. Travelers wanting a special pampering stay may find it too plain.
Room-only setupThe property is oriented around lodging without the classic ryokan meal experience, so it is less attractive if breakfast and dinner are an important part of your Japan trip. You may need to plan meals separately.
Less convenient without a carNarusawa is quieter but also less convenient than staying right around major Kawaguchiko transport hubs. If you depend fully on public transport, the location may feel less flexible.
Not for luxury seekersIf you want private in-room bath facilities, upscale design, or a more modern comfort level, this property may feel too modest. It is best approached as a practical base, not a destination stay.

Current position: 59th out of 68 ryokans in Yamanashi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
54th	Yamagisi Ryokan	8.0/10	649
55th	Kikori	7.9/10	122
56th	Hotel Kimiyoshi	7.8/10	131
57th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Hotel Shinko	7.8/10	145
58th	Fujimien	7.1/10	21
59th	Minshuku Kobayashi Current ryokan	7.4/10	63
60th	Kasugai View Hotel	7.6/10	452
61st	Hotel Sekitei	7.6/10	870
62nd	Hotel Hana Isawa	7.4/10	100
63rd	Yasuragi no Bettei Shikitei	7.2/10	46
64th	Hotel Heian	6.6/10	21