Charoku Bekkan
9,4/10 Exceptional - Based on 6 reviews
Charoku Bekkan is a compact, traditionally styled ryokan set in a quiet coastal town near the famous Amanohashidate sandbar. Housed in a sukiya- and shoin-influenced building with hand-crafted woodwork and seasonal plantings, the property comprises a small number of individually designed rooms that open onto a planted garden or offer distant sea views. The inn’s scale and layout emphasize crafted detail and calm circulation, making it a convenient base for exploring the northern Kyoto coast on foot or by the nearby local rail line; a station is within an easy walk and a pick-up service can be arranged in advance.
The bathing facilities combine shared thermal baths and room-level options: two garden-facing public baths and open-air tubs incorporate local pottery and traditional fittings, while several guest rooms provide private or semi open-air bathing for solitary soaking. These varied bathing choices position the property as a ryokan with onsen in Kyoto that suits couples and solo travellers who value either communal onsen culture or the intimacy of a private in-room soak. Staff maintain simple protocols for baths and will advise on availability of private bathing when you book.
Meals follow a kaiseki rhythm, highlighting seafood and regional produce with seasonal specialties such as the local winter crab and Tango coastal fish; dining is served in a renovated dining room or in-room for select room types. Practical amenities include complimentary Wi‑Fi, on-site parking and multilingual reception at certain hours, and the house arranges local excursions and guidance to viewpoint trails and temples. The combination of restrained architecture, thoughtful food, and multiple bathing options makes it a considered choice for visitors seeking a ryokan with private onsen in Kyoto while touring Amanohashidate and the surrounding prefecture.
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Review summary for: Charoku Bekkan
Positive Reviews
Exceptional, intricate meals
Guests praised both breakfast and dinner as amazing and intricate, featuring unique flavours and thoughtful presentation.
Helpful English explanations about the food
The host took care to explain dishes in English, making the dining experience more accessible and informative for non-Japanese speakers.
Beautiful, comfortable sea‑view rooms
The sea‑view room was described as exceptional, beautifully decorated and comfortable, providing a memorable stay.
Attentive, memorable service and smooth arrival/departure
Service — including check‑in and check‑out — was noted as very attentive and even theatrical, creating a special, memorable impression.
Attractive onsen with possible sea views
The onsen was described as pretty, and guests noted that you can see the sea if you time visits correctly.
Negative Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions
Charoku Bekkan is a small traditional ryokan with about 11 rooms; room types range from twin and triple rooms to family and suite layouts that can accommodate up to six guests using futons.
The property features hot spring facilities including indoor and open-air public baths, and some guest rooms include private or semi-open-air baths for exclusive use.
Tattoos may not be permitted in the property’s public bathing areas, but private in-room baths are available in certain room types and avoid public-bath restrictions.
A complimentary shuttle runs from Miyazu Station and Amanohashidate Station between about 14:30 and 17:00; you must inform the ryokan in advance to arrange pickup.
The ryokan is reachable by train in roughly three hours from Kansai International Airport; take the limited express or local lines toward Miyazu then use the short walk or the hotel’s station shuttle.
Staff provide English-language assistance and are accustomed to explaining meals and local information in English.
Meals are traditional kaiseki-style using seasonal local seafood, with breakfast and dinner served at the ryokan; winter menus often feature regional crab specialties.
Check-in is from 14:30 to 17:00 and check-out is by 10:00; the property entrance is closed overnight during a set curfew, so guests should confirm arrival times in advance.
Some rooms include private baths for personal use, but public baths are gender-separated and not generally privatized; pets are not allowed on the property.
The ryokan is within walking distance of Miyazu town and the Amanohashidate area, with local restaurants and convenience options nearby and the famous sandbar, temples, and an observatory a short walk or short drive away.