Sansuiso Tsuchiyu Spa

8.9

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.9/10, based on 105 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Seifutei	9.1/10	203
🥈 2nd	Ookawaso	8.9/10	791
🥉 3rd	mt. inn(マウントイン）	8.9/10	237
4th	Harumiya Ryokan	8.9/10	193
5th	Kutsurogijyuku Shintaki	9.0/10	65
6th	Sansuiso Tsuchiyu Spa Current ryokan	8.9/10	105
7th	Iizaka Onsen Surikamitei Ohtori	8.8/10	227
8th	Aizu Higashiyama Onsen “Shosuke no Yado Takinoyu” since1880	8.7/10	3,925
9th	Kutsurogijuku Chiyotaki	8.7/10	900
10th	Kounkaku	8.8/10	65
11th	Harataki	8.6/10	1,239
12th	Tagoto	8.6/10	555
13th	Ryokan Tamagoyu	8.6/10	483
14th	Azumakan	8.6/10	312
15th	Yoshikawaya	8.8/10	42
16th	Konjakutei	8.6/10	189
17th	Marumine Kanko Hotel	8.5/10	2,582
18th	Kagetsu Highland Hotel, Takayu Onsen	8.5/10	1,081
19th	Eirakukan	8.5/10	793
20th	Spa Resort Hawaiians Monolith Tower	8.5/10	690
21st	Kashiwaya Ryokan	8.6/10	77
22nd	Moritaya	8.8/10	28
23rd	Hanakanzashi	8.6/10	47
24th	Irorinoyado Ashina	8.5/10	41
25th	Yamagataya	8.5/10	35
26th	Kyukamura Ura-Bandai	8.2/10	75
27th	New Ogiya	8.1/10	190
28th	Premium Suites “Hanare Matsushimakaku” Produced by Shousuke no Yado Takinoyu	8.0/10	73
29th	Spa Resort Hawaiians Hotel Hawaiians	7.9/10	1,291
30th	Onsenya Hirosuke Ryokan	7.5/10	7
31st	Shinobu Onsen Seishū	5.0/10	1
32nd	Shikibu no Yakata Izutsuya	6.8/10	3
33rd	Spa Resort Hawaiians VIR Port	7.8/10	74
34th	Ashinomaki Prince Hotel	7.8/10	250
35th	Isamiya, auberge du voyage et de la découverte	5.0/10	2
36th	Higashiyama Park Hotel Shinfugetsu	7.7/10	267
37th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Aizu	7.7/10	437
38th	Yutoriro Bandai Atami	7.6/10	312
39th	Villa Inawashiro	7.4/10	87
40th	Lake Side Hotel Minatoya	7.1/10	37
41st	Itoen Hotel Iizakakanouya	7.1/10	70
42nd	Aizu Higashiyama Onsen “Tsuki no Akari” self-service INN	6.5/10	56
43rd	Mori no RyoTei Mount Bandai	4.4/10	174

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Riverside Location Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town National Park Hot Spring Bath Public Onsen

Location

960-2157 Fukushima, Fukushima, Tsuchiyuonsenmachi 55, Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 9,0/10

Cleanliness 9,0/10

Comfort 8,8/10

Value for money 8,6/10

Location 8,8/10

Riverfront Onsen SettingSet by the Arakawa River in Tsuchiyu Onsen, with a scenic mountain village feel.

Varied Hot Spring BathsMultiple bath options include open-air baths and reservable private bathing choices.

Free Fukushima ShuttleReservation-only shuttle connects the ryokan with Fukushima Station in about 40 minutes.

Rooms With BathsSome upgraded rooms feature semi-open-air baths for a more private soak.

Traditional Nature AtmosphereClassic onsen-stay character mixed with forest, river, and seasonal scenery.

Tsuchiyu Sightseeing BaseConvenient for exploring Tsuchiyu footbaths, hot-spring streets, and nearby local sights.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen and scenery are the strongest reasons to stay here: arrive by afternoon, use the baths before dinner, sleep in the hot spring town, enjoy breakfast, then either depart or add one more day for a relaxed town walk and nearby mountain-drive or nature stop.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1- to 2-night onsen retreat in Tsuchiyu Onsen for travelers who want baths, dinner, and mountain surroundings rather than a dense sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited town densityGood for soaking and slowing down, but the immediate area does not support many packed sightseeing days.

Access is not station-sideWorks best if you time the shuttle, bus, or drive; it is not a grab-and-go rail base.

Car helps for extrasYou can do an overnight without a car, but nearby side trips are easier by car.

Shindachi (on-site)

on-site

Open-kitchen main dining with garden views for dinner and breakfast.

Tori (on-site)

on-site

Private dining room for Shisuitei guest rooms.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Generic meal venue entry for ryokan set meals and day-use lunch plans.

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 JR Fukushima Station first, then continue by bus toward Tsuchiyu Onsen and use the ryokan shuttle or a short taxi pickup from the Tsuchiyu bus stop. Driving is also straightforward from central Fukushima, but walking from rail access points is not practical.

Fukushima Stationstation
15 km1-1 Sakaemachi, Fukushima, Fukushima, Japanabout 30–40 min by car depending on conditionsabout 45–60 min by local bus toward Tsuchiyu Onsen, then a short shuttle or taxi connection
Best main rail hub for most guests, especially for Shinkansen arrivals; the simplest public-transport approach is to transfer here to the Tsuchiyu Onsen bus.
Inawashiro Stationstation
25 kmOgita, Chiyoda, Inawashiro-machi, Yama-gun, Fukushima, Japanabout 35–50 min by car depending on mountain road conditionsnot usually the easiest route; any onward connection should be checked locally
A secondary rail option mainly for travelers already coming via the Ban'etsu West Line or Lake Inawashiro side; generally less convenient than Fukushima Station.
Tsuchiyu Onsen Bus Stopbus
340 mTsuchiyu Onsen area, Fukushima, Fukushima, Japanabout 10–20 min on sloping local roads with luggage, best checked locallyabout 5 min by local shuttle or taxidirect bus arrival point from Fukushima Station area
Most useful final public-transport stop for this ryokan; if carrying luggage, arrange the ryokan pickup rather than walking.
Fukushima Station East Exit Bus Terminalbus
15 kmEast Exit bus area, Fukushima Station, Fukushima, Japanabout 30–40 min to the ryokan by cardeparture point for buses toward Tsuchiyu Onsen; ride is commonly about 45 min or slightly longer
Useful for travelers transferring from train to bus; confirm the correct Tsuchiyu Onsen-bound stop locally before boarding.
Fukushima Airportairport
51 kmTamakawa, Fukushima, Japanabout 60–90 min by car depending on traffictypically requires a bus or taxi transfer to a rail or road hub, then onward travel to Tsuchiyu Onsen
Useful if you specifically fly into Fukushima Prefecture, but many travelers will still find rail access via Fukushima Station easier overall.
Sendai Airportairport
73 kmNatori, Miyagi, Japanabout 1 hr 45 min to 2 hr 30 min by car, depending on trafficusually requires airport rail access into the wider Tohoku network, then transfer toward Fukushima Station
A reasonable alternative airport with broader service; best for travelers comfortable making rail transfers before heading to Fukushima Station.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Excellent variety of bathsThe standout strength here is the breadth of bathing options, with five public baths and four private hot springs. That gives couples, families, and onsen-focused travelers much more flexibility than a typical ryokan.
Beautiful nature settingThe ryokan sits in Tsuchiyu Onsen by the Arakawa River at the foot of Mt. Azuma, so the stay feels immersed in mountain scenery rather than urban Fukushima. It suits travelers who want quiet surroundings and a classic hot-spring atmosphere.
Convenient free shuttleA reservation-based complimentary shuttle from Fukushima Station makes arrival much easier if you are not driving. That is a real advantage for rail travelers heading into an onsen area.
More facilities than a typical ryokanBeyond the baths, the property offers a year-round warm-water swimming pool, sauna, lounge, shop, and ample parking. This gives it a broader resort feel that works well for longer stays or mixed-age groups.
Appealing upgraded room optionsThe renewed Shisuitei rooms include semi-open-air bath options and a more refined feel for travelers wanting a special-occasion stay. These higher-category rooms make the property more attractive for couples and anniversaries.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Less intimate than a small ryokanWith 69 rooms, this is a sizable property rather than a tiny family-run inn. Travelers seeking highly personal service and a secluded boutique feel may find it more hotel-like than expected.
Remote from city sightseeingAlthough accessible from Fukushima Station, the ryokan is still in a mountain onsen area rather than in the city center. If you want to walk to restaurants, shops, or urban sights, the location may feel isolated.
Best rooms may cost noticeably moreThe most attractive experience seems tied to upgraded categories such as Shisuitei and rooms with their own bath. Budget-conscious travelers may not get the same wow factor from entry-level room types.
Shuttle requires planning aheadThe free station shuttle is useful, but it is reservation-based and not a hop-on service. That can be inconvenient if your train timing changes or you prefer fully flexible transport.
Resort scale may reduce traditional charmBecause it offers many facilities and a broad layout, the experience leans toward a full-service spa resort as much as a classic ryokan. Travelers wanting a simpler old-fashioned inn atmosphere may prefer a smaller property in the onsen town.

Current position: 6th out of 43 ryokans in Fukushima.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Seifutei	9.1/10	203
🥈 2nd	Ookawaso	8.9/10	791
🥉 3rd	mt. inn(マウントイン）	8.9/10	237
4th	Harumiya Ryokan	8.9/10	193
5th	Kutsurogijyuku Shintaki	9.0/10	65
6th	Sansuiso Tsuchiyu Spa Current ryokan	8.9/10	105
7th	Iizaka Onsen Surikamitei Ohtori	8.8/10	227
8th	Aizu Higashiyama Onsen “Shosuke no Yado Takinoyu” since1880	8.7/10	3,925
9th	Kutsurogijuku Chiyotaki	8.7/10	900
10th	Kounkaku	8.8/10	65
11th	Harataki	8.6/10	1,239