富山県 よしのや旅館
8,5/10 Excellent - Based on 112 reviews
Yoshinoya Ryokan sits in the Gokayama valley, a compact inn that acts as a base for the World Heritage gassho‑zukuri villages. The property has six guest rooms with private toilets and washbasins, tatami floors and futon bedding, plus air conditioning, refrigerator, TV and Wi‑Fi; guests receive yukata and basic towels and toiletries. Meals showcase seasonal mountain produce and are served as set breakfast and dinner, and vegetarian shojin ryori is available by prior request. Parking for about ten cars is provided on site.
The inn’s bathing facilities are fed from Gokayama Onsen and are described as a calcium‑sodium sulfate spring; guests can use gender‑separated indoor baths and a herb bath rotation designed for post‑walk relaxation. Hot‑spring bathing is a feature here, so travelers seeking a ryokan with onsen in Toyama will encounter communal onsen facilities rather than private suites. Bath amenities include shampoo, conditioner, body soap, bath towels and hair dryers, and reception manages access to keep periods calm for all visitors.
Located between the Suganuma and Ainokura gassho villages, the ryokan is a practical base for visiting timbered houses, seasonal flower walks and nearby mountain trails. The property arranges guided treks and experience plans that highlight foraged mountain produce, and can coordinate local bus connections or a drop‑off on request; the World Heritage bus stops at Kaimugura, a short walk away. As a small traditional lodging with onsen facilities, it offers attentive meal service and local knowledge for guests touring Toyama — a ryokan with onsen in Toyama Prefecture.
Highlights of this ryokan
Detailed Ratings
Points of interest nearby
Review summary for: 富山県 よしのや旅館
Positive Reviews
Excellent traditional meals
Many guests praised the dinner and breakfast as high quality, varied and good value — traditional multi-course meals with local ingredients were repeatedly highlighted as a major strength.
Warm, helpful family-run service
The owners and staff are described as friendly, accommodating and responsive (giving local advice, maps and assistance); guests appreciated the personal, welcoming hospitality.
Authentic ryokan experience and comfortable rooms
Visitors enjoyed the traditional features (tatami, futons/yukata), spacious Japanese-style family rooms, comfortable beds and thoughtful in-room amenities (fridge, seating area). Several noted the property felt authentic and well maintained.
Good base for visiting nearby villages
The location is convenient for exploring the Gokayama area and nearby listed villages; some reviews mention being close to Ainokura and having a bus stop near the entrance, making it a practical stopover.
Useful amenities and practical extras
Guests valued amenities such as free self-service laundry and dryer, availability of yukata/pyjamas, toiletries and occasional coupons for nearby onsen — small conveniences that improved the stay.
Negative Reviews
Onsen / bath limitations
Multiple reviews noted the onsen/bath situation is limited: small/shared baths, some described them as simple spring-water baths rather than a full onsen experience, occasional old/yellowed tubs and limited hot water supply.
Noise and poor sound insulation
Several guests reported noise issues — rooms facing the road experienced traffic noise in the morning and overall thin walls meant neighbors could be heard, affecting quietness for some stays.
Remote location and need for a car
The property is somewhat isolated with few nearby shops; many reviewers said a car makes visiting the three villages much easier and that access can be inconvenient on foot.
Occasional cleanliness and maintenance problems
A minority of reviews reported problems such as dust, cigarette smell in one room, a yellowed bathtub or an unpleasant odor in parts of the property, indicating inconsistent housekeeping/maintenance in some cases.
Limited bath hours and lack of communal spaces
Some guests mentioned restricted bath hours (closed early) or limited bath availability which almost caused them to miss showering, and others noted a lack of communal activity spaces (no lounge games or social areas).
Frequently Asked Questions
The family room can sleep up to five guests (2 single beds + 3 futons) and standard rooms typically use futons for up to three people; contact the ryokan for exact room allocations.
Yes, the property provides an on-site hot spring for guests; check with reception for opening hours and bathing rules.
A limited local shuttle or pickup in the Gokayama area may be available by prior arrangement; otherwise reach the ryokan via JR/Johana plus local bus or taxi—contact the ryokan to arrange transfer options.
Toyama Airport is the nearest major airport, about 60 km away; travel by car or use regional train/bus connections via Takaoka/Johana.
Staff speak Japanese and English.
Check-in is from 15:00 to 18:30 and check-out is by 10:00; you are asked to inform the ryokan of your expected arrival time in advance.
Yes—breakfast is provided and dinner (traditional Gokayama course) is available; if you did not book dinner with your room you must request it by 15:00 on the day of your stay, and dinner service typically begins around 18:00.
Private-use baths are not guaranteed on the public listing; please contact the ryokan in advance to request or confirm any private/reserved bathing options.
Pets are not permitted at the ryokan; the immediate village has limited shops, while larger supermarkets are located in nearby towns—staff can advise on the closest options.
The ryokan is located between the World Heritage Gassho villages (Ainokura and Suganuma), making it ideal for village visits, hiking, flower‑watching and guided mountain or foraging trips; Shirakawa‑go is also reachable by car.