Mikuniya Hotel - Toyooka (Hyogo)

Traditional Japanese ryokan with private hot springs and a vase gallery in Toyooka

Amenities

Mikuniya offers four private hot spring baths that guests can use free of charge without reservation. The hotel provides free tickets to all seven public onsens in Kinosaki town, along with yukata and sandals for walking around. On-site wellness services include massage and spa treatments, and a coin laundry is available for guest use.

Rooms

Air-conditioned rooms at Mikuniya Hotel Toyooka have tatami floors, shoji paper screens, and traditional futon beds. Each room comes with an electric kettle, a DVD player, and an en suite toilet, while bathrooms are shared. The hotel also offers a suite option with separate sleeping and living areas, featuring a mix of Japanese and Western furnishings.

Location

Mikuniya is 300 meters from JR Kinosaki-Onsen Train Station, making it one of the most convenient ryokans in town. The property sits on the main street of Kinosaki, a 2-minute walk from Sato-no-yu Outdoor Public Hot Spring and close to shops and restaurants. Nearby attractions include Kinosaki Marine World (5 km) and the Kinosaki Ropeway (1 km), both accessible on foot or by local transport.

Wellness

The hotel's hot spring facilities include three private baths and one larger onsen, all open to guests without reservation. Mikuniya Ryokan is notable for allowing guests with tattoos to use the shared bathing areas, a policy not found at many traditional ryokans. Spa and wellness centre treatments, such as massage, are available on-site, and bicycle rental is offered for exploring the area.

Dining

Guests at Mikuniya Kinosaki can choose Japanese-style breakfast and dinner, with dinner served in the room for an authentic experience. The kaiseki dinner includes local specialties such as crab and Tajima beef, and vegetarian options are available upon request. Breakfast is served in a communal dining room, and the hotel can accommodate special dietary requirements for children.

• Location: 250 m from JR Kinosaki-Onsen Station, 2 min walk to public onsen
• Rooms: Tatami floors, futon beds, en suite toilet
• Wellness: 4 private hot springs, tattoo-friendly policy
• Dining: In-room kaiseki dinner with crab and Tajima beef
• Unique: On-site vase gallery and Japanese garden
• Amenities: Free onsen tickets, yukata, massage services
• Ideal for: Couples and families seeking traditional Japanese hospitality