Ryokan Asunaro Takayama: Book Your Stay

Name: Ryokan Asunaro
Address: 2 Chome-96-2 Hatsudamachi Takayama Station, Takayama, 日本

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At a glance: 4-star · Since 1977 · Renovated 2025 · 17 rooms

Near: Miyagawa Morning Markets · 5 min walk

Guests love: Service · Breakfast

A six-minute walk from Takayama Station and the Nohi Bus Center, Ryokan Asunaro is a traditional Japanese inn. The rooms follow classic Japanese design, with tatami mat flooring throughout, and Japanese-Western style rooms offer either a futon on tatami or a bed. Local artists' paintings on the walls add warmth to the space.

Guests can relax in the separate communal hot spring baths for men and women, and yukata robes are provided. Each room comes with complimentary Wi-Fi, an LCD TV, amenities, a refrigerator, a Japanese tea set, an electric kettle, and complimentary bottled water. In the lobby, complimentary coffee and tea are available. Rental bicycles are offered at no charge, though availability is limited and they are not available in winter.

Traditional Japanese kaiseki dinners and Japanese breakfasts are served, with advance reservations required. Western-style breakfasts can be arranged on request if you notify the inn at least two days before your stay.

The inn sits within walking distance of Takayama's attractions, including the Miyagawa Morning Markets five minutes away, the Takayama Shōwa-kan Museum and Hidatakayama Sanmachi Historic District eight minutes away, and Sanmachi Suji and Takayama Jinya nine minutes away. Shirakawa-go, a World Heritage Site, is a 50-minute bus ride from the inn.

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Check-in14:00
Check-out10:00
Breakfast
Voltage100V
Japanese
Takayama Train Station
Family Mart
ATM

Check-in requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 13 years old.
Children: Children are not permitted to stay at this property.

Amenities

Property amenities

Restaurant
Hot spring
Massage room
Public baths
Swimming pool
Wi-Fi in public areas
Elevator
Garden
The library
Shopping mall
Smoking area
Vending machines

Room types

Twin rooms
Family rooms
Suites

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Reviews from

Melanie Prendergast

5/5

Google· 5 months ago

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. It's so authentic. I used the onsen and it was a great first time experience. We also included dinner and breakfast. Both were great and unique. The staff was so helpful. The ryokan closed early on our check out morning (11 AM) for scheduled maintenance but they still allowed us to leave the bags and pick them up at noon. This gave us enough time to enjoy and walk the market nearby. We recommend doing this authentic experience at least once while in Japan and this particular one is in a great location. We saw some beautiful mountain landscapes on our bus ride from Kanazawa to Takayama.

Thomas Renny

5/5

Google· 7 months ago

We stayed here for one night to experience a Japanese Ryokan and to make use of the onsen. This is a small, family-run Ryokan. On arrival, you are given a kimono and slippers to wear, as no shoes are allowed inside. The staff are welcoming and friendly. We had a traditional Japanese dinner here which consisted of several courses and we came away full! The onsen was very relaxing and I had it to myself most of the time (I went in 3 times!). If you are looking for a traditional Japanese Ryokan, located close to Takayama's main sights, this makes for an ideal spot. Would highly recommend!

Robynrad

5/5

Tripadvisor· 3 months ago

This was our first trip to Japan and after almost 3 weeks of travel it was our first ryokan. we stayed for 3 nights and found the whole experience wonderful. Our welcome was both friendly and respectful. The old section of the building is beautiful. Everywhere, thought has been given to creating a warm and relaxing environment- decorations, flowers, lighting, or scent. Our room had tatami matting and futon beds and despite our misgivings, we were very comfortable. We booked the kaiseki dinner for our first night and it was sensational. Such an array of small dishes and equisitely prepared food. We loved wearing our yukata. Breakfast every morning was equally delicious. I had Japanese style breakfast every morning but my husband chose western style on the second day. It was lovely but he could see my breakfast was a feast in every way. The presentation and range of serving dishes was fantastic. I had to ask the staff to please slow down and let me photograph the dishes before she opened them all. The staff were always friendly and helpful.|In terms of location it is an easy walk both to the station and into the town. And the surrounds were quiet. There was even a washing machine on one floor. Takayama is a beautiful town and I will remember my stay there and in this ryokan with great fondness.

David Bundy

4/5

Google· 6 months ago

Great place to stay, we had a family room with for beds and very large space. Extremely comfortable beds, and the staff were very polite and helpful. Great service. The Japanese menu evening meal is beautifully done although the good was an acquired taste. Highly recommend to stay here

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4.7/5

Trip.com· 7 months ago

Really friendly and nice touches like choosing your own kimono for wear around the hotel. Onsen just had 1 bathing place but it was quiet, nice and clean.

markcC7033XT

5/5

Tripadvisor· 7 months ago

We stayed a night and enjoyed it thoroughly. | |The room was very spacious, and had all the amenities one would need. Although the onsen was a small one, it was enjoyable and (due to the limited number of guest rooms) generally empty. As for the location, it's less than a 10 mins walk from the railway station, and the rest of Takayama is very walkable. The service was excellent and the staff were able to speak at least basic English. The breakfast and kaiseki dinner were delectable, and featured the region's produce such as Hida beef.

68DavidmE

5/5

Tripadvisor· 6 months ago

The staff go over and beyond to help. We had accidentally left our jackets in a previous Ryokan. They very kindly organised with the previous ryokan to ship it on to our next location. Very Friendly run ryokan and I would happily stay again.

Victoria BC Foodie

5/5

Google· 9 months ago

We had a wonderful stay at Ryokan Asunaro. The onsen was relaxing, the traditional tatami rooms were beautiful, and the staff was very friendly. I had a medical emergency and had to go to the hospital one evening so we were not able to make it back in time for the curfew (11pm), but they kept the doors open for us. The location is also very convenient, within a short walk from the bus and train stations. I would definitely come back next time I am in Takayama!

Where can I eat near Ryokan Asunaro?

The ryokan's own restaurant serves regional kaiseki dinners with seasonal Hida ingredients, including Hida beef sukiyaki, so you can eat well without leaving the building. For other meals, the Sanmachi Suji historic district, about a 9-minute walk away, is lined with restaurants, sweet shops, and sake breweries. The Miyagawa Morning Markets, a 5-minute walk, offer local snacks and produce.

What is the area around Ryokan Asunaro like?

Ryokan Asunaro sits in central Takayama, a short walk from the station and the old town. The historic Sanmachi district, with its merchant houses and shops, is about an 8-minute walk away, and the Miyagawa Morning Markets are 5 minutes on foot. You are close to Takayama Jinya and the festival float hall, each about 9 minutes away. The area is a mix of commercial streets and traditional sights, with a Family Mart and an ATM nearby for daily needs. It is a convenient spot to explore the city on foot.

How do I get to Ryokan Asunaro from the airport or main train station?

From JR Takayama Station, it is about a 5 to 6 minute walk to Ryokan Asunaro. Exit the station and head toward the hotel; the Nohi Bus Center is also nearby, about 5 to 6 minutes on foot. If you arrive by air, Toyama Airport is the nearest, roughly 56 km away, and you can take a train or bus from there to Takayama Station. From Nagoya, take the JR Hida Limited Express to Takayama, which takes around 2.5 hours. Once you reach the station, the short walk brings you directly to the ryokan.

What's there to do near Ryokan Asunaro in the evening?

In the evening, you can stroll to the Hidatakayama Sanmachi Historic District, an 8-minute walk away, where old merchant houses host Hida beef restaurants, sweet shops, and sake breweries. The Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan, also 9 minutes on foot, showcases festival floats. For a relaxed end to the day, the ryokan's own Restaurant serves regional kaiseki, and you can borrow a bicycle to explore the compact town center's riverside paths and shops. The Miyagawa Morning Markets are a 5-minute walk, though they are a daytime spot, so plan your evening around the historic streets and dining.

Is Ryokan Asunaro a good base for exploring Takayama?

Yes, Ryokan Asunaro is a great base for exploring Takayama. The Miyagawa Morning Markets are a 5-minute walk away, and the Hidatakayama Sanmachi Historic District, Takayama Shōwa-kan Museum, Sanmachi Suji, Takayama Jinya, Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan, and Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine are all within a 9-minute walk. The Hida Takayama Retro Museum is an 11-minute walk. For farther sights like Hida Folk Village or Shirakawa-go, you can walk 6 minutes to the Nohi Bus Center and catch a direct bus. The compact town center makes it easy to explore on foot or by bicycle.

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