Bunanoyado Koase
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Bunanoyado Koase is a small, family-run ryokan set in a beech forest outside the town center, offering a deliberately low-key, nature-focused stay. The property operates six guest rooms, all non-smoking and equipped with essential amenities and Wi‑Fi, and places emphasis on seasonal, locally sourced cuisine prepared in traditional styles. On the menu guests can expect handmade soba using local flour and rice grown on the proprietor’s terraces, alongside river fish and mountain vegetables that reflect the agricultural rhythms of the area.
The inn sits on a natural hot spring and provides a reservable herbal open‑air bath described as a private rotenburo for exclusive use, supplemented by public bathing options; the property has also added a sauna and an all‑season camping area with equipment rental to broaden outdoor experiences. This makes it a straightforward choice for travelers seeking a ryokan with private onsen in Niigata while also appealing to those who want on‑site sauna and camping activity. Practical on‑site facilities include parking and communal spaces for meals and gatherings.
Guests typically find the setting suitable for slow itineraries—hiking, river fishing and simple farm‑to‑table dining are the main draws—while the staff emphasize local hospitality and multilingual welcome for international visitors. The accommodation’s scale and programs (handmade soba workshops, seasonal kaiseki menus, tent sauna and supervised camping) suit travelers seeking a quiet, activity‑centred rural stay rather than a large resort environment. Booking and guest reports note attentive service and access to nearby nature trails as routine features of the stay.
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Review summary for: Bunanoyado Koase
Positive Reviews
Extremely friendly and helpful staff
Staff were repeatedly praised for warm, attentive service and personalised help — welcoming guests enthusiastically, offering local tours/guidance, preparing food when needed, and even assisting with a mechanical bicycle problem so a guest could continue their journey.
Excellent cuisine
Multiple guests described dinner and breakfast as very tasty, with one calling it the best hotel food they had experienced in Japan.
Excellent onsen facilities and views
Onsen facilities received strong praise, including a private open‑air onsen with great valley views and overall well‑maintained bathing areas.
Authentic traditional ryokan atmosphere
Guests appreciated the traditional Japanese-style rooms and the ryokan’s location in pristine mountain scenery, giving a genuine, peaceful experience.
Good value for money
At least one guest specifically noted the stay felt inexpensive and offered good value.
Negative Reviews
Futon firmness/back support concerns
Some guests mentioned the futons may be too firm for Western backs and that additional padding or a second futon could be needed for comfort.
Limited changing baskets in outdoor onsen dressing area
A reviewer noted there were too few baskets in the open‑air bath’s changing room, which could be inconvenient when the onsen is busy.
Remote location with few nearby restaurants
The area is quite isolated and lacks nearby dining options; staff sometimes needed to prepare food for late arrivals due to no open restaurants in the vicinity.
Desired menu item not available
At least one guest mentioned they wanted to eat zaru soba (cold buckwheat noodles), implying certain specific dishes may not be offered or available.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ryokan has six rooms in total; typical room setups use futons and commonly accommodate groups of four or six guests, making it suitable for families and small groups.
Yes — the inn offers onsen facilities including public and open-air baths, and private/reservable bathing options are available on request.
The ryokan can arrange pickup by microbus on request; the nearest rail access is Tsugawa Station and Niigata Airport is roughly 65 km away, so transfers are commonly arranged.
Standard check-in is from 15:00 to 20:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
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Pets are not admitted at the property.
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