Nasushiobara Ichimantei
7,2/10 Very good - Based on 10 reviews
Set in the Shiobara Onsen area of Nasushiobara, this mid‑sized ryokan offers a mix of traditional tatami rooms and practical in‑room facilities suited to families and groups. Rooms are arranged with multiple futon layouts and private washrooms, combining straightforward comfort with simple furnishings rather than luxury suites. Framed by wooded slopes and seasonal foliage, the property functions as a comfortable base for nearby waterfalls, hiking and winter recreation, presenting itself as a practical ryokan with onsen in Nasushiobara.
Bath facilities combine communal and reservable options: large indoor and open‑air baths draw from the local mineral spring noted for its skin‑conditioning properties, while an outdoor bath provides views over the onsen townscape. For guests seeking solitude, reservable private (kashikiri) baths are provided and are included with certain plans, allowing small groups to bathe without using the public changing areas. The mix of public and private bathing spaces makes it easy to plan either a social soak or a quieter retreat, reinforcing the property’s profile as a ryokan with private onsen in Tochigi.
Communal areas emphasize family entertainment and convenience: the hotel offers about fifteen complimentary activities including billiards, table tennis, karaoke and a children’s play corner, alongside shared lounges and vending. Dining highlights regional ingredients with set courses and buffet options, and many plans bundle multiple meals; breakfast service is routinely available. Practical features such as free parking, Wi‑Fi in public areas and multilingual reservation support make the property a sensible, well‑equipped choice for travellers exploring the Shiobara area.
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Review summary for: Nasushiobara Ichimantei
Positive Reviews
Attentive and friendly staff
Multiple guests praised the staff for being polite, helpful and smiling, noting positive interactions at check-out and overall good service.
Good service offerings (night snack, etc.)
Reviewers mentioned well-rounded services such as evening snacks and attentive service that added to the stay.
Tasty dinner (shabu‑shabu)
Guests enjoyed the evening shabu‑shabu meal, reporting it as tasty and suitable for families.
Multilingual / approachable team
Although many staff were non-Japanese, guests reported no communication problems and found staff friendly and easy to converse with.
Good value for special dates
At least one guest noted the price felt reasonable (e.g., compared to typical New Year rates), giving a sense of good value.
Negative Reviews
Lengthy check‑in due to reservation not found
One guest experienced a long delay at check‑in after the reservation number could not be located, which caused inconvenience.
Lack of visible clocks / poor timekeeping
Guests found there were few clocks inside the hotel, making it hard to keep track of time and plan activities.
Private outdoor bath time restrictions
The private (reserved) open‑air bath is subject to time limits; combined with limited timekeeping, this caused some guests difficulty in managing their allocated slot.
Inconsistent bath temperatures
Several guests reported temperature issues: the reserved private bath was too hot for comfort, while the large communal bath (and men's morning bath) was described as too cool.
Limited breakfast options
A guest wished for a wider variety on the breakfast menu, suggesting the morning selection felt insufficient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rooms include Japanese-style family/quad rooms that sleep up to four people on futons; some rooms are marketed as family rooms—check the specific room type when booking.
Yes, the property operates communal hot‑spring baths (onsen) for guests to use.
There is no regular hotel shuttle; the ryokan is a short walk (about 3 minutes) from the local bus stop and reachable by bus or taxi from Nasushiobara Station and by highway from major airports.
Fukushima Airport is the closest listed airport at roughly 80 km; other access routes include JR and highway connections to Tokyo and Sendai.
Staff can assist in English to some extent; contact the ryokan in advance for specific language or special assistance needs.
Guests can expect tatami rooms with futon bedding, communal onsen bathing and a Japanese-style breakfast buffet; dinner options may be available—confirm at booking.
The ryokan sits in the Shiobara Onsen area with local sights such as Kotarogafuchi gorge and nearby Nasu highlands within driving distance; the surrounding onsen town is walkable.
By car it is about 2–2.5 hours from Tokyo and roughly 30 minutes from the nearest IC; the hotel provides free on‑site parking (spaces limited, first come first served), and regular JR buses serve the nearby stop.
Standard check-in begins at 15:00 (please inform the property if you will arrive late); check-out is by 10:00.
Pets are not permitted at the property; private bath reservations are not guaranteed—please request directly when booking; basic shops and convenience stores or local markets are available in the Shiobara area, typically a short drive or walk from the ryokan.