Tokiwa Hotel

9.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.1/10, based on 97 reviews.

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16th	Tokiwa Hotel Current ryokan	9.1/10	97
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM

Garden Setting Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath In-Room Bath

Location

400-0073 Yamanashi, Kofu, Yumura 2-5-21, Japan

Staff 9,6/10

Facilities 8,7/10

Cleanliness 9,2/10

Comfort 8,9/10

Value for money 8,6/10

Location 8,8/10

Large Japanese GardenA 10,000㎡ seasonal garden creates one of the property’s most distinctive viewing experiences.

Yumura Onsen BathsGuests can enjoy both large public baths and an open-air hot spring bath.

Refined Ryokan AtmosphereTraditional architecture, tatami warmth, and calm grounds give a polished Japanese feel.

Views from RoomsSome room wings are noted for views toward Mt. Fuji or the Southern Alps.

Easy Kofu AccessAbout 10 minutes by taxi from Kofu Station and near the Yumura Onsen bus stop.

Well-Regarded StayReview patterns point to strong satisfaction for rooms, service, and overall onsen experience.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining and bathing are the strongest reasons to stay here: arrive mid-afternoon, use the garden-view baths before dinner, enjoy the kaiseki meal, soak again after breakfast, then either leave or pair a second night with Takeda Shrine, central Kofu, or Shosenkyo.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night ryokan stay or calm 2-night Kofu onsen break, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited walkable actionYumura Onsen is quieter than major resort towns, so evenings are better for baths than for browsing or nightlife.

Not station-sideYou need a bus, taxi, or short transfer from Kofu Station, so it is less convenient for fast rail-based sightseeing.

Easy to overstayThe ryokan itself is strong, but the immediate area does not justify many nights unless you plan wider Kofu day trips.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Traditional ryokan meal venue for breakfast and dinner.

Lounge Karin (on-site)

on-site

Garden-view lounge serving neat Japanese set meals.

Penthouse Koshu (on-site)

on-site

Old-house steak restaurant in the hotel garden.

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 Kofu Station first, then continue by taxi in about 10–15 minutes or by local bus to the Yumura Onsen area. If you are coming from Tokyo or overseas, Haneda Airport is usually the most practical airport, then continue by rail or highway bus toward Kofu.

Kofu Stationstation
2.3 kmabout 30 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxiabout 15–25 min by local bus, depending on stop and traffic
Best overall rail gateway for the ryokan. Recommended for most arrivals, especially with luggage or when connecting from Tokyo.
Ryuo Stationstation
3.6 kmabout 50 min walkabout 15–20 min by taxipossible by rail plus taxi or bus, but usually less convenient than Kofu Station
Can work as an alternate JR access point from the west side of Kofu, but it is generally less convenient for visitors than Kofu Station.
Yumura Onsen Bus Stopbus
220 mabout 1–3 minabout 3–5 min by taxidirect local or highway bus stop for some services; best checked locally
Very useful if your bus serves Yumura Onsen directly. Good for travelers using highway bus links or local buses into the hot spring district.
Yumura Onsen Iriguchi Bus Stopbus
400 mabout 5–8 minabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 15–25 min from Kofu Station by local bus
Useful fallback bus stop for local routes from Kofu Station. A practical option if the direct Yumura Onsen stop is not served.
Matsumoto Airportairport
78 kmroughly 1.5–2 hours by car, depending on conditionspossible via rail or bus connections, but usually slower and best checked locally
A secondary regional airport option. Consider it mainly if you already have a convenient domestic flight into Matsumoto.
Haneda Airportairport
112 kmgenerally not ideal by direct car transfer for most travelersoften around 2.5–4 hours overall via Tokyo rail or bus connections, depending on timing
Best major airport for many visitors coming from abroad or from other parts of Japan. Usually the most practical airport before continuing to Kofu by train or bus.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Beautiful Japanese garden settingThe property is especially known for its large landscaped Japanese garden, which gives the stay a calm, upscale feel in every season. It adds real atmosphere to walks around the grounds and to time spent in the baths.
Refined traditional ryokan atmosphereWith low-rise buildings around a courtyard, tatami-centered interiors, and a long-established style, this is a stronger fit for travelers wanting a classic Japanese ryokan mood rather than a generic hotel stay. The overall experience feels more ceremonial and polished than purely functional.
Relaxing baths with a garden viewThe hotel offers large public baths and open-air baths, and the outdoor bathing experience is tied closely to the garden scenery. That makes it a good choice if you want onsen time to feel serene and visually special, not just convenient.
Strong kaiseki focus with Yamanashi ingredientsMeals are a major part of the appeal here, with seasonal kaiseki featuring local specialties such as Koshu beef and regional ingredients. This is a better match for travelers who treat dinner as part of the destination, not just a hotel extra.
Convenient access without losing quietIt is reachable in about 10 minutes from Kofu Station by taxi and is very close to the Yumura Onsen bus stop, so arrival is easy. At the same time, the setting still feels removed from the busier station area.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not ideal for station-area nightlifeThe hotel is in Yumura Onsen rather than around Kofu Station, so spontaneous evening dining, bars, and shopping are less immediate on foot. If you want a lively urban base, the location may feel a bit detached.
Traditional style may feel formalThis ryokan leans into a classic, high-end Japanese atmosphere, which can feel more formal than modern casual stays. Travelers who prefer sleek contemporary design or a very relaxed boutique vibe may not connect with it as much.
Best value depends on taking mealsA big part of the property's appeal comes from its dinner and breakfast experience, so it can feel less compelling if you plan to spend little time on site. Guests who mainly need a bed and bath may find the price harder to justify.
Public-bath model won't suit everyoneIts onsen experience is centered on shared baths, so travelers uncomfortable with communal bathing may not get the full benefit of the stay. Some room types offer more privacy, but not every booking will deliver that experience.
A classic property rather than a cutting-edge oneIts appeal comes from heritage, garden scenery, and traditional architecture rather than brand-new resort flash. If you want ultra-modern facilities or a newly built luxury feel, this may come across as more old-school than exciting.

Current position: 16th out of 68 ryokans in Yamanashi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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