Yoshikawaya is a Japanese hot spring resort in Iizaka Onsen town that blends in perfectly with the surrounding nature.
Yoshikawaya is situated near a crystal-clear stream that runs down a mountain range in Fukushima City. Ryokan services are constantly improved to match the needs of guests.
The ryokan provides lovingly-prepared seasonal dishes to overnight guests, with a lot of thought put into creating great flavor profiles while ensuring nutritional value.
What makes Yoshikawaya special is the way the ambience is kept as close to nature as possible. With high-class service and hospitality provided by Yoshikawaya's dedicated staff, visitors are sure to enjoy their stay.
| Website | http://www.yosikawaya.com/other_languages/english/ |
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| Contact | Yoshikawaya (+81) 24-542-2226 |
| Parking | Free parking available. Disabled parking available. |
| Accommodation details | Capacity: 128 rooms (Accommodates 650 guests) Room charge: From 16,350 yen (including dinner and breakfast) Check in / Check out: From 3:00 PM / Until 10:00 AM Hot springs: Public bath (2 inside baths, 2 open-air baths, 1 reservable private outdoor bath) |
| Related info | Free Wi-Fi available in the convention halls and lobby area. Wheelchair rental available. Shower chair rental available. Wheelchair-accessible toilet available at the third floor. Room types: Japanese-style: 95 Western-style: 23 Combination-style: 2 VIP rooms: 3 Suite Room with Private Open-Air Bath: 2 Room with Private Open-Air Bath: 3 |
| Book a room | TripAdvisor.com |
| Access | Shinyu 6, Yuno, Iizaka-machi, Fukushima City, Fukushima Pref. 960-0282 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 12 min from the Fukushima-Iizaka I.C. exit off the Tohoku Expressway By Train: 7 min by taxi from Iizaka Onsen Station (Fukushima-Kotsu Iizaka Line). A shuttle bus is available for guests staying overnight. Mapcode for Car GPS:76 307 775*82 |
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