Probably the best hotel I have ever stayed in. When making the reservation they were slightly apologetic that it was their smallest room (they only have five or six) - but it was 60 square metres, with a huge tatami mat room, and adjoining double bedroom with huge and very comfortable twin beds. The service was outstanding - there are... More

Want to be treated like royalty? This is the place. Our "person" took care of us. Our accommodation was a 4-room apartment in the hotel. Everything was lovely and immaculate. The food was good and elegantly presented. There was internet. Mostly, the people were grace personified. What a great way to begin our vacation. Though we did not require this... More

I've been visiting Japan for 25 years and have always enjoyed my time there. But our recent visit to the Ryokan Kurashiki was one of the most memorable stays I've had. We stopped in Kurashiki on our way back from Naoshima Island which was also fantastic. We hadn't been able to get much information before hand and so were a... More

This Ryokan was recommended and features strongly in several guides for good reason. All the staff not just the Okami san are genuinely helpful and understanding regardless of your language skills, thinking of things you might need before you do such as booking the furano bath for private use. Dinner and breakfast were freshly prepared, tasty, interesting, and as always... More

A wonderful hotel located in a very interesting city. The hotel is about a $10CNS taxi ride from the JR station. The hotel is located in the historical part of Kurashiki. The cab driver, unknown to us must have contacted the hotel as when we arrived the staff were waiting for our arrival. Our bags were removed from the taxi,... More

After many nights in different motels, this expierience raises the bar for the rest.. The fantastic attention given by the locals,was by far the best ever.The food was ,well no words can justify.The walk in the garden was like traveling back 500 years or better. I enjoyed the tea ceremony,and how each movement has a meaning.I have been blessed with... More

I couldn't recommend this place enough. From the minute you step foot inside the Ryokan Kurashiki you know you are somewhere special. Kimino-clad women tend your every need. This is Japanese hospitality at its very best. The rooms are amazing. I recommend eating dinner in the room for one night (two's a bit much!). This was a 10 course banquet... More

Stayed for two nights in Sept 08 at this hotel. Made reservation directly on line. Hotel has CNN in English- something most hotels in Japan do not have. Room was a good size & best location for the town. Many restaurants nearby as well as 7/11's etc. Less than a 10 min walk to train staion. Reservation staff speak English... More

We really enjoyed our night in this ryokan in Kurashiki. The property is just stunning and the room we reserved (called the Matsu room) was quite mind-blowing in that it was bigger than our apartment in London (even though our place in London is quite large). The room was stylish and Japanse-style, except the bedroom. The bath was excellent, we... More