Tachibana Shikitei
9/10 Exceptional - Based on 66 reviews
Tachibana Shikitei sits in Yamashiro Onsen, Kaga, Ishikawa, combining traditional ryokan design with contemporary comfort. Framed by a small landscaped garden and temple views, the property offers tatami rooms, low wooden joinery and sliding screens alongside modern bathrooms and climate control. Public baths and an open-air hot spring form the heart of the property, making it a convenient ryokan with onsen in Kaga for visitors seeking an authentic hot-spring stay.
Rooms range from compact tatami layouts to larger suites; several room types feature an outdoor tub on a private terrace so guests can bathe overlooking greenery. Communal facilities include gender-separated indoor baths, an open-air onsen, a bar and a small garden. Dining centers on multi-course kaiseki menus using regional seafood and seasonal produce, served in private dining chambers or to selected rooms. Practical amenities include a free shuttle from the local station (advance notice requested), complimentary Wi‑Fi, free parking and staff-assisted luggage service.
The ryokan draws its waters from the Yamashiro spring source and balances ritual bathing with attentive service: staff help with kimono and in-room dining and can arrange local excursions or bicycle hire. Check-in is mid-afternoon with check-out at midday; guests with visible tattoos should confirm access to shared baths in advance. Quiet in the evenings and focused on restorative comfort, the property suits couples and families who want traditional hospitality paired with the option of private bathing— a well-appointed ryokan with private onsen in Ishikawa.
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Review summary for: Tachibana Shikitei
Positive Reviews
Exceptional, attentive staff
Many reviewers highlight very friendly, professional and attentive service — staff go out of their way (welcome rituals, caring hosts, complimentary shuttle) and help guests with yukata, meals and onsen etiquette.
Outstanding, plentiful cuisine
Multiple guests praise the kaiseki-style dinners and breakfasts as delicious, beautifully presented and generous, with options available for vegetarian/vegan diets.
Relaxing onsen and private baths
Guests enjoyed both private in-room outdoor baths (and balcony heated spa pools) and the clean shared onsen facilities — described as a superb, calming experience.
Clean, spacious traditional rooms
Rooms (tatami areas, suites and twin rooms) are reported as spacious, spotless and comfortable, often with pleasant views toward gardens or temples.
Authentic traditional atmosphere
Reviewers value the immersive ryokan experience — yukata dressing, traditional service and the serene setting near shrines/temple paths make stays memorable.
Negative Reviews
Very prescriptive/traditional routine
Some guests found the experience ‘full‑on’ and highly structured: fixed meal times served in-room, staff always present and limited ability to change the planned schedule may feel restrictive to those wanting more independence.
Shuttle/pick‑up schedule inflexibility
A few reviewers noted that station pick‑up/drop‑off times could be more flexible, which made transfers less convenient for some guests.
Language and communication issues
Occasional limited English communication caused misunderstandings for some visitors (including payment procedures), which affected their experience in isolated cases.
Seasonal and outdoor nuisances
In warm weather the hot springs may be less appealing, and a few guests reported insects around outdoor baths that made using them less comfortable.
Rare but severe negative incidents reported
While uncommon, there are isolated reports of serious problems (very poor food quality, no visible shower, forced upfront payment) that led some guests to cut stays short; these appear to be exceptions rather than the norm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Room sizes vary by type; many rooms and suites accommodate 2–5 guests with specific family rooms able to host up to five people.
Yes — the property has public hot-spring baths and an outdoor garden bath, all drawing from the Yamashiro No.1 hot spring source.
Select room types include private hinoki (cypress) open‑air onsen fed by the Yamashiro No.1 source, and some plans offer in‑room bathing.
A free shuttle runs between JR Kagaonsen Station and the ryokan roughly every 30 minutes (pickups from about 14:30, last around 18:00) and reservation is required.
Komatsu Airport is about 16 km away; common options are a direct taxi to the ryokan or a train to JR Kagaonsen Station followed by the hotel shuttle.
Japanese is the primary language, and the property advertises foreign‑language service with staff generally able to assist in English, though availability can vary.
Guests are served seasonal kaiseki cuisine in private dining rooms or in‑room depending on the plan, with traditional omotenashi hospitality and provided yukata.
Standard check‑in is from 15:00 and check‑out is by 12:00; please notify the ryokan in advance if you will arrive after the last shuttle or outside these hours.
The ryokan sits in Yamashiro Onsen town, near Yakuo‑in Temple and Hattori Shrine, with onsen‑town walks and other Kaga cultural sights a short trip away.
Select rooms include private in‑room baths; public listings do not clearly state a pet policy or full public‑bath privatization, so please contact the ryokan directly to confirm pet acceptance or private‑bath rental options.