Fuji Onsenji Yumedono
9,3/10 Exceptional - Based on 1373 reviews
Fuji Onsenji Yumedono sits beside Lake Kawaguchiko in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, offering an intimate, traditionally styled ryokan experience that foregrounds bathing and seasonal cuisine. The low-rise property is arranged around a manicured garden and sheltered outdoor spaces, creating a quiet base for exploring nearby walking paths and lakeside viewpoints on clear days. Rooms are designed for privacy and calm; the ryokan with private onsen in Yamanashi provides suites and Japanese-style rooms that open onto small, sheltered outdoor bathing areas so guests can bathe without leaving their accommodation.
Interiors combine tatami flooring and low tables with modern conveniences such as air conditioning, television, refrigerator and heated en-suite facilities; each principal guest room includes its own private open-air onsen, while larger communal bathing options are also available on the property. Guests are offered yukata robes and a full set of toiletries, and massage services can be arranged for extra relaxation. Dining focuses on seasonal, multi-course Japanese meals with a traditional breakfast and multi-course dinner available when reserved in advance, allowing the kitchen to emphasise local ingredients and careful presentation.
Practical details support a restful stay: the ryokan is accessible from local transport hubs and provides on-site parking for those arriving by car, and staff maintain quiet-house rules to protect the peaceful atmosphere. With a small number of rooms, a garden setting and service tailored to individual guests, Fuji Onsenji Yumedono suits couples and travellers seeking a measured, restorative stay at a ryokan with onsen in Fujikawaguchiko.
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Review summary for: Fuji Onsenji Yumedono
Positive Reviews
Exceptional, attentive staff
Many reviewers highlight very attentive, courteous and helpful staff who go out of their way to solve problems and ensure a memorable stay.
Private onsen and relaxing bathing experience
Guests repeatedly praise the private onsen/baths (including outdoor baths at 40°C), yukatas provided and the calming spa-like experience in-room or in small shared facilities.
Outstanding traditional meals (kaiseki)
The multi-course traditional dinners and breakfasts are described as elegant, refined and delicious — a major highlight for many visitors.
Beautiful rooms, gardens and authentic ryokan atmosphere
Rooms and suites are frequently described as stunning, true to the ryokan style, very comfortable and complemented by well-kept gardens and tasteful decor.
Peaceful location and great setting (near Mount Fuji)
Reviewers value the quiet, restorative setting — some mention an extraordinary location near Mount Fuji and an overall tranquil atmosphere away from busy tourist areas.
Negative Reviews
High price for short stays
Several guests note the cost can be very high for a one-night stay (examples cited around €700), which may feel expensive despite the quality.
Meals can be extra-cost and not always suitable for children
Dinner is sometimes charged as an extra and the sophisticated adult kaiseki menus may not suit younger children or teenagers; some families found portion/style challenging.
Booking/payment issues and refunds
One reviewer reported a significant overcharge through the booking platform and a long delay (months) awaiting reimbursement, creating a serious dissatisfaction.
Formal service and strict timings can feel intimidating
A few guests mentioned the high level of formality and strict schedules (check-in/out or meal times) can be unfamiliar or a little restrictive for some visitors.
Occasional room drawbacks (no view, noise, or firmer futons)
A minority of reviews mention downsides such as lack of a view from some rooms, light noise from neighbouring rooms, or futons perceived as less thick/comfortable for guests with back issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rooms are designed mainly for two adults; children are welcome and children aged 11 or older are charged as adults, so check the room description when booking.
Yes — every suite includes a private open‑air hot‑spring bath, and the property also has communal bathing facilities for guests.
A train‑station pickup service is offered in many cases; please inform the property of your arrival time in advance to arrange pickup.
Common routes are a highway bus from Shinjuku (about 1 hour 45 minutes) or train to Kawaguchiko Station followed by a short taxi or walk; plan roughly two hours from central Tokyo.
Staff primarily speak Japanese; limited English support is sometimes available, so carrying a translation app can be helpful.
Traditional Japanese breakfast and multi‑course dinners are offered but must be booked with your room in advance; dinner usually starts around 18:00–18:30 and guests checking in after 17:00 may not be able to receive dinner.
The ryokan is close to Lake Kawaguchiko and within a short taxi ride of Oishi Park, Nagasaki Park, the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway and Fuji‑Q Highland.
Free on‑site parking is available; Kawaguchiko Station is a short drive or about a 15‑minute walk away, and taxis are readily used for local sightseeing.
Check‑in is typically between 15:00 and 17:00 and check‑out between 09:00 and 11:00; quiet hours are enforced and access to the property may be restricted between midnight and early morning, so notify the ryokan if you expect a late arrival.
Pets are not permitted on the premises; convenience stores, small supermarkets and restaurants are available within a short walk or drive in the Kawaguchiko area.