Kojinmari Reviews

THE BEST STAY I'VE HAD SO FAR IN JAPAN! The wonderful people who run this ryokan are so kind and sunny. The room was amazing with its own private onsen and large room space. The building itself is located right next to the stream that runs down the center of everything. If I'm ever back in the area I will 100% stay again!

It was the best inn in every respect! It is run by a family and is a small inn as the name suggests, so the service was excellent and we were very satisfied with the inn. I would definitely recommend it to anyone going to Kinosaki Onsen. - It is close to the station and on the main road, so it is very accessible. (There is also a convenience store nearby) - The inn is new and seems to have been designed by an architect, so the space is stylish and clean, and the rooms are spacious and relaxing. - The main river can be seen from the window of the room, so the view is great. - We chose a plan that only included breakfast, but there are many good shops in Kinosaki Onsen, so we were able to enjoy local beer nearby, which was great for us. - The breakfast was very delicious and the volume was just right, so we were very satisfied. - Yukata, geta, basket bag, bath towels and face towels to use in the outdoor baths were available in the room. - Toothbrushes, skin care products (I was able to use it even though I have extremely sensitive skin), cleansing products and face washes were also available. ・They kindly stored my luggage for me before check-in and after check-in. I'll use this service again the next time I come to Kinosaki. Thank you for your help!

I only stayed for one night without meals, but it was a great stay! It was very relaxing.

The room is very big and very clean, the supplies are very high-end, and the stay is very comfortable. The three bosses are very nice, just have to walk - a short flight of stairs, and there are free hot spring rolls. I will definitely come again next time, thank you

十分舒適及方便。戶主一家十分熱情，推介了一些很好的食店。

If you're thinking about staying at a ryokan in Kinosaki, this is the place to go. It's the smallest (in terms of the number of rooms offered) but the most highly coveted inn in the neighborhood, and for good reason. Kazuyuki-san and his family are the ultimate hospitality connoisseurs, genuinely passionate about providing the best experience for their visitors and sharing their culture. It truly felt like staying at a five-star hotel with meals comparable to Michelin-star dining, without any pretentiousness. Only a 4-5 minute easy stroll from the train station, Kojinmari is nestled among charming shops and onsens. This is extremely convenient for onsen hopping, shopping, and making day trips. It's also right across from a gorgeous canal. If you get a room with a direct view, you'll enjoy the sight of the mountains, koi fish swimming about, and locals crossing the bridge. The rooms are incredibly spacious for two people, and the entire building has been renovated with great care, reflecting a deep investment in customer comfort. The quality of the natural materials used in the rooms and furniture is evident, from the organic bedsheets to the design-centered furnishings. The space was incredibly comfortable, impeccably clean, and beautifully designed. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed and offered the best matcha we've tasted in Japan, along with a red bean snack. Kazuyuki-san later delivered our luggage to the room and provided us with a clipboard of helpful information on dining and visiting sites. Of the seven onsens, he suggested the top three, which were spot on. Although we didn’t experience the dinner, the breakfast was a feast for both the eyes and the stomach, artfully prepared by the grandmother. Before discovering Kojinmari, I had considered other ryokans in the area due to high reviews and affordability. I'm so glad I didn't settle. Upon visiting a few of these highly-rated ryokans in person, the conditions, noise levels, and sheer number of foreign guests were overwhelming. Staying at Kojinmari was undoubtedly the most authentic and exceptional experience, service, and accommodation I have experienced in Japan. I cannot give this place enough stars. 10/10. Three things to note: 1) Be sure to bring cash, as you'll need to pay for the onsen pass or "tax" for the seven onsens depending on how you booked. 2) We had no issues communicating with Kazuyuki-san in English, but be sure to have the Google Translate app ready just in case you'd like to have in-depth conversations. 3) The first floor of the inn is a shop that sources quality gift items from all over Japan. Most of the unique souvenirs can't be found at other shops, so if something catches your eye, get it!