Wanosato

4.5 star property
Mountain ryokan within easy reach of Mont Deus Hidakuraiyama Snow Park

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Traditional Japanese Style Room (Ichinomiya), Non Smoking
Exterior
Lobby
Traditional Japanese Style Room - Private Villa (Tenryo), Non Smoking

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Onsen
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot springs
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is CA $659
CA $729 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - 17 Jan 2025

Room options

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Traditional Japanese Style Room (Hida/Miya), Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

Traditional Japanese Style Room-Private Villa (Kariyasu/Kuraiyama), Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 80 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Traditional Japanese Style Room (Ichinomiya), Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 83 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Traditional Japanese Style Room - Private Villa (Tenryo), Non Smoking

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 108 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Traditional Japanese Style Room-Private Villa (Garyu), Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 110 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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About the area

Map
1682 Ichinomiya-machi, Takayama, Gifu-ken, 509-3505

What's nearby

  • Mont Deus Hidakuraiyama Snow Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Takayama Jinya - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Miyagawa Morning Market - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Hida-no-Sato - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village - 11 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Chubu Centrair Intl. Airport (NGO) - 86.8 miles/139.7 km
  • Takayama Station - 18 min drive
  • Hida-Furukawa Station - 38 min drive
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪アップタウン - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪高砂中華そば - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪喫茶&スナック スマイル - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪特定非営利活動法人 ハートネット - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪香満楼 - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Wanosato

Wanosato is a great choice for a stay in Takayama. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property upon booking. Requests will not be accommodated at check-in.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Transfers

    • Free train station shuttle from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Kaiseki meal

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hot springs

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Accessible train station shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Fusuma (room partition)

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. There are hot springs on site.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Wanosato
Wanosato Inn
Wanosato Inn Takayama
Wanosato Takayama
Wanosato Ryokan
Wanosato Takayama
Wanosato Ryokan Takayama

Frequently asked questions

Does Wanosato offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wanosato does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Wanosato?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Wanosato?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wanosato?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Wanosato and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Wanosato includes ecotours and hot springs. Wanosato also has a garden.
Does Wanosato have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Wanosato like?
Wanosato is located by the river. Popular attractions include Shirakawago Historic Village, which is 55 minutes away by car.

Wanosato Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Love the experience and enjoying everything. Staffs are super friendly yet their service are the best warm and welcoming
Thanakorn, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful.
Could not fault the service; staff were all lovely. Meals were exceptional! We stayed two nights - multi- course extravaganza night one and shabu-shabu night two. Japanese breakfasts were outstanding. The room we stayed in was huge and looked over the adjacent river and forest. Our stay was magical!
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This property was a dream! The rooms were beautiful. The staff was friendly and the dinner was spectacular! This is a must stay! Highly recommend staying here
Inez A, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful experience in a beautiful setting. Luxurious. Wonderful staff. An excellent choice l.
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our stay. The staff was amazing! They greeted us with tea and a snack. We also got to enjoy complimentary sake in the main hall. My husband and I loved the onsen. They had separate ones for males and females and give you a designated time to have a private onsen time with your partner. The dinner and breakfast were amazing, they provide you with a traditional Japanese dinner and breakfast. We would highly recommend to anyone!
Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Top tier service and very memorable experience. Quite relaxing stay.
Darrell, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Despite some flaws, we really enjoyed our stay at Wanosato. The meal service was the highlight of the trip - the chef was excellent as was the server (same every night). The room was a bit dated but the was overcome by the amazing setting right on the river and traditional rooms. The flaws were the shuttle bus was very rigid (except when they decided we had to wait for other passengers) and we had to take multiple taxis to the train station because it wasn’t running. They had no idea how we would do a hike in the area so we ended up on a road walk. They also have no lunch so we had to go to town for lunch which ended up being a 3 hour excursion because of the shuttle.
Brian, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Unbelievable property. The views and sounds of the river in every room are intoxicating. It’s down a super quiet street so you won’t hear any traffic. The meals were outstanding. The onsens were both unique and beautiful. The fixtures are dated but it makes the esthetic that much more authentic. I can’t recommend enough as a launching point to explore Takayama. I hope to be back!
Greg, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ramon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Stunning location and views from the shared spaces. Kaiseki style food had so much effort put in to it too, with some delicious dishes. Disappointing that my wife couldnt use the cave onsen because of all male bathing, which really was the highlight. Frustrating too that they didnt have any slots for private couple onsens on the second day.
Ben, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A most beautiful place, warm attention and discreet service.
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was very pleasant. The ryokan was in a traditional hut, located by and with views of the river. The booking experience was good as the ryokan responded promptly to my online queries and gave instructions on pick up clearly. Food was excellent - traditional Japanese Kaiseki. We enjoyed both breakfast and dinner very much.
1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property with serene settings and exceptional service
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved everything about the property and our stay: the food, the staff, the amenities, the surroundings. It was perfect
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A charming rustic place. Comfortable and pleasing. Food was good. The living and showering areas could get really cold so I would suggest improving on this aspect. Another point of improvement would be the response time via email.
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Simply amazing!
Absolutely one of the best experiences we've ever had. We stayed in the Kariyasu Villa overlooking the stream at the end of the property. The breakfast and dinner were astonishingly unbelievable. All of the dishes were of local specialties or Japanese: river fishes, sashimi, Hida beef, and so on. So if you're not open to fully experience Japanese cuisine, then try more westernized hotels and don't go to a traditional ryokan. The quality is beyond or like any Michelin starred restaurant we've been to and the quantity: come hungry! We were served by the kindest and warmest people. Sure, the English is more simplified, but we're in Japan! If you want fluent English, probably best not to go to other countries other than US or UK. Also, it's the twentieth century: Google Translate! We stayed 4 days/3 nights and enjoyed the onsen every night and day ... at our last day we even went twice! They switch the female and male onsens in the morning & evening. We were by ourselves for the most part and preferred the room with rock tubs. The evenings around the fire with hot sake was truly magical. The room does get smokey, but if you listened/learned a little about ryokans and traditional Japanese homes, it's to keep the building from rotting and repels the insects. In all, we are already talking about when we can again treat ourselves to go back!
Jamie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Delightful Experience in Ryokan
We have a fantastic experience of a traditional Ryokan. Staff were so hospitable and the food was exquisite. Our rooms were overlooking the stream and in the big house which we enjoyed. Glad we stayed 2 nights and it was a welcome break from the city trip. We enjoyed the Bamboo Sake Magic tricks by the fire and meeting up with other guest. They have a limited free shuttle service but taxis were easily arranged for our early morning departure. We enjoyed wearing the robes and they have two segregated insensitivity. I liked the large wooden bath in our room. It made a great lasting memory in such a fascinating count.
Royston, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, Amazing property albeit a bit dated which may add to its rustic charm. The location is 20 mins by car away from Takayama so take that into account, but they do have a shuttle that you can schedule. I would definitely stay here again.
Jro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding
This is an outstanding hotel in all respects. But it is more than a hotel or ryokan - it is a full experience. The showcase dinner on the first night ranks as one of the best experiences of my life and I am a frequent traveller. The staff are superb. This is a beautiful place and a must visit.
Terence, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing authentic Japanese Experience
Great authentic Japanese experience, amazing food and service. The evening spent around the fire with hot sake was memorable. Onsite Onsen has a great hot and cold pool with everything provided onsite.
Sebastian, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing And Relaxing
We stayed at the Wanasoto for one night. The place is amazing, our room was on the river side so we had that as our background music . The hot springs are incredible relaxing . We had Japanese style dinner which was 1 1/2 long around 11 courses , all good and innovative . The sake at the fireplace was perfect. The staff is always trying to help and are very kind and respectful . Thank you Wanasoto
Monica , 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My Highest Recommendations
Wanosato is excellent. You will almost certainly be traveling from elsewhere in Japan, where you've had amazing culinary experiences. Even measured against the best restaurants in Tokyo and Kyoto, Wanosato will not disappoint. Further, this may be one of several ryokans you will be checking into. Wanosato will rank highly among them. In fact, it was my personal favorite in the set that I visited. And you will probably have relaxed in more than one onsen before visiting Wanosato's. For me, Wanosato's was more peaceful and more rejuvenating than the rest. Overall, I give Wanosato the highest marks. The staff is extremely thoughtful. I am grateful for their kindness.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Ryokan in beautiful Takayama
This is a beautiful property full of local charms. Excellent and tentive staff made guest feel at home. The food is sophisticated and the presentation is what one expects from a Michelin starred restaurant
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