Tokinenoyado Yunushi Ichijoh
9,3/10 Exceptional - Based on 116 reviews
Tokinenoyado Yunushi Ichijoh sits in the Kamasaki Onsen enclave of Shiroishi, Miyagi, where a combination of traditional wooden architecture and carefully tended gardens frames a quietly refined stay. The property presents itself as a ryokan with onsen Miyagi visitors can reach by regional rail with a scheduled hotel shuttle; public parking and free Wi‑Fi are available on site. Reception and public areas favour natural materials and a calm colour palette, creating a deliberate sense of separation from busy city routes while keeping regional attractions within easy reach.
Accommodation ranges from compact tatami rooms to two signature suites designed around private bathing: the larger suite provides about 100 m² of mixed living and sleeping space with a source‑fed outdoor bath, while the Yunushi suite offers approximately 73 m² with a semi‑open‑air soaking tub. Many room types include Simmons beds, tatami corners, in‑room coffee machines and upgraded toiletries, and the property is set up as a ryokan with private onsen Miyagi guests can book or enjoy within selected guestrooms. Public bathing facilities complement the in‑room options for those who prefer a communal onsen experience.
Dining is presented in individual private dining rooms and follows a seasonal, multi‑course approach that highlights local seafood and produce; the hotel also operates a small bar and a relaxation menu of massages and esthetic treatments by appointment. Service is oriented toward attentive, multilingual assistance, with luggage storage, shuttle coordination and in‑house retail for local specialties. The overall offer targets travellers seeking a measured blend of regional onsen culture, room privacy and culinary focus in the Shiroishi area of Miyagi.
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Review summary for: Tokinenoyado Yunushi Ichijoh
Positive Reviews
Attentive, friendly and multilingual staff
Staff are repeatedly described as kind, professional and highly attentive, offering personalised service (welcome drinks, personal check‑in) and practical help for foreign guests, including English and Mandarin communication and menu translation.
Exceptional, artful meals
Dinner and breakfast receive frequent praise for being delicious, beautifully presented and memorable; many guests highlight the high quality of local dishes served in a historic setting.
Authentic traditional ryokan and heritage setting
Guests appreciate the genuine traditional atmosphere — preserved historic buildings, traditional decor, occasional shamisen entertainment and a quiet garden — which makes the stay feel unique and authentic.
Pleasant onsen experience
The property offers both indoor and outdoor hot springs that are clean, mineralized and attractively sited (outdoor baths overlook a brook); many guests found the baths delightful and relaxing.
Clean, comfortable rooms and thoughtful extras
Rooms are described as very clean and comfortable, often recently renovated; guests value small touches such as yukata/pajamas provided, shoe cleaning, welcome cake/tea and overall well‑kept facilities.
Negative Reviews
Shuttle and timing communication issues
Several guests reported little or no advance information about shuttle pick‑up/drop‑off times and locations, and a few found breakfast start times too close to shuttle departures, creating a rushed morning.
Onsen size and layout limitations
Some guests noted limitations in the baths — in particular smaller indoor baths or women’s outdoor bath being less traditional — sometimes due to the spring source or facility layout.
Bath temperature too hot for some guests
A number of reviewers mentioned the hot springs water runs quite hot, making it difficult to enjoy for long periods (even outdoors in winter months).
Room ventilation and seasonal temperature concerns
A few guests found rooms a bit stuffy or prone to stale air when heating/air‑con is off, and some noted it can feel cold in winter; opening windows may be impractical because of insects.
Minor facility inconveniences
Occasional small drawbacks were reported such as parking being off‑site (requiring hotel transport), lights turned off early on the old building (limiting night photos), and infrequent isolated issues like an odd room smell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Room capacity varies by type; options range from single/twin rooms up to family-style rooms that sleep up to six using futons—check the room description when booking.
The ryokan offers two main hot-spring types: the indoor medicated Yaku-to and the larger Dokutsu-no-yu with an open-air section for seasonal views.
Yes—some suites (Ichijoh Suite, Yunushi Suite) and the family bath include private hot-spring bathing; availability depends on room type and prior reservation.
A shuttle service runs once a day from Shiroishi Station and Shiroishi-Zao Station; there is no regular airport shuttle, so use public transport or a taxi from Sendai Airport.
Take the Tohoku Shinkansen to Shiroishi-Zao Station (about 13 minutes from Sendai), then a short taxi or the daily shuttle; by car or taxi the ryokan is roughly a 60-minute drive from Sendai Airport (about 33 km).
Staff can communicate in multiple languages; English is commonly available and staff also handle Chinese and Korean in many cases—ask ahead for specific language needs.
Meals are traditional, seasonal kaiseki served in private dining rooms (Sho-an) to create an intimate, Taisho-era atmosphere with local Miyagi ingredients.
Nearby sights include Yajiro Kokeshi Village (a short drive), Shiroishi Castle (around 7 km), Zao Fox Village and Mt. Zao—most are reachable by car within 15–40 minutes.
Pets are generally not accepted at traditional ryokan—confirm directly with the property; convenience stores and supermarkets are available in nearby Shiroishi, a short drive from the onsen village.
Check-in is typically from 15:00 and check-out by 10:00; the ryokan offers luggage storage before check-in and after check-out—confirm exact times when you book.