Overview
Tonosawa Ichinoyu Main Building, a historical ryokan established in 1630, invites you to experience the charm of Hakone, Japan. Overlooking the Hayakawa Valley, this four-story wooden Sukiya-style inn is registered as a tangible cultural property. You can relax in traditional Japanese-style rooms and enjoy stunning views of the valley, surrounded by classic architecture and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Ichinoyu is committed to providing value, offering you a comfortable stay at reasonable prices.
Accommodation
The Tonosawa Ichinoyu Main Building features different types of rooms, including those with open-air baths for added privacy. The spacious traditional Japanese rooms provide serene views of the Hayakawa Valley, perfect for immersing yourself in nature. Special rooms, like those with private baths, let you relax at your own pace and enjoy the flowing hot spring waters whenever you like. The inn offers an ideal environment for you, whether you’re traveling as a couple, with family, or with friends, to experience an authentic ryokan stay.
Dining
Dining at Ichinoyu is a delightful experience that focuses on creative Japanese cuisine, crafted with seasonal ingredients. The dinner menu includes specialties like Yonezawa beef, one of Japan’s premium wagyu beef varieties, served as sukiyaki or shabu-shabu. The chefs use fresh fish and vegetables, ensuring every meal is not only delicious but also balanced and nutritious. Breakfast at Ichinoyu features an authentic Japanese spread, with freshly grilled fish and local delicacies. If you stay at “Sunny Ichinoyu,” you can enjoy a breakfast buffet with 30 to 40 different dishes, offering plenty of variety.
Onsen & Wellness
Ichinoyu’s hot springs are known for their therapeutic properties. The source is an alkaline simple hot spring (pH 8.5 to 9.2) that helps with muscle pain, joint pain, neuralgia, and skin beautification. You can use the communal hot spring baths or choose a room with a private open-air bath for more privacy. In addition, the large outdoor bath offers beautiful views of the Hayakawa River, allowing you to relax while enjoying the changing scenery throughout the seasons.
Guests with Tattoos
If you have tattoos, you are unfortunately not permitted to use the public baths. However, you can still enjoy the hot springs in privacy by choosing a room with a private open-air bath.
Facilities
- Open-Air Baths: You can enjoy open-air baths with views of the Hayakawa Valley. Both communal and private baths are available for you to use.
- Traditional Japanese Architecture: The inn’s four-story Sukiya-style building is a designated cultural property, giving you an authentic traditional experience.
- Dining Area: Meals are served in an atmospheric dining area, with options for both in-room dining and buffet breakfast at specific facilities.
- Free Hot Springs Tour: You can enjoy a hot springs tour of various Ichinoyu Group facilities during your stay, providing different experiences and effects.
Activities
While staying at Tonosawa Ichinoyu, you can explore nearby tourist attractions such as Odawara Castle Park for cherry blossoms in spring, the famous silver grass fields of Sengokuhara in autumn, and Lake Ashi, which is a short drive away. The ryokan is also near the quaint town of Hakone Yumoto, where you can explore local shops, cafes, and cultural sights.
Additional Features
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the inn
- In-room dining options available
- Non-smoking rooms with designated smoking areas
- Historical charm with a comfortable atmosphere
- Free towels for hot springs use