Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.7178Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.8 out of 10, at Oaza Mitai 1127-5.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Japanese Style Rooms with Open-Air Baths Experience traditional Japanese decor and relax in open-air baths in some rooms at Ryokan Shinsen. Enjoy tatami floors, Yukata robes, and Hinoki cypress wood bathrooms for an authentic stay.
Soothing Zen Garden and Nostalgic Atmosphere Unwind in the serene Zen garden and immerse yourself in the nostalgic Japanese environment of Shinsen Ryokan. Let the natural acoustic sounds welcome you to a tranquil retreat.
Authentic Dining Experience at Tearoom Wabisuke Savor a Japanese breakfast and multi-course meal with seasonal dishes at Tearoom Wabisuke. Dine by open hearths on tatami floors or request seating with chairs for a personalized experience.
Book your stay at Ryokan Shinsen for a cultural retreat near Takachiho Gorge and experience the essence of traditional Japanese hospitality.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Garden
- Luggage storage
Rooms
9.7
Exceptional
Rated 9.7 out of 10 by 178 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.8
- Service10.0
- Location9.8
- Rooms9.8
- Amenities9.3
- Value9.3
- Food & drink9.7
Guests mention
Exceptional serviceLuxurious environment
SHUTANTW食物、服務和地點都非常好，賓至如歸！
晚餐和早餐都非常美味，先生不吃牛肉，主餐換整隻龍蝦，可以感受到飯店用心備餐。附帶一提，看到李登輝總統的墨寶有莫名的感動😁
RENATAFranceExceptionnel
Exceptionnel ! Très grande amabilité du personnel et on a très bien mangé. Très belle chambre, très bonne literie. Situé tout près des gorges de Takachiho et du temple où a lieu le spectacle Yokagura. L’hôtel a un…
SallyCHA truly exceptional and unforgettable experience that exceeded every expectation – we cannot wait to return.
Our stay at Ryokan Shinsen was truly unforgettable. My son and I enjoyed every single moment and honestly wished we could have stayed much longer. Everything was absolutely perfect – the warm hospitality, the exceptional…
EugeneSGExcellent dinner and breakfast provided. Staff were very helpful and made the stay very enjoyable. Wonderful overbite stay before we headed back to Fukuoka
Nothing.
JeremyUnited KingdomA First-rate Ryokan Experience With Excellent Facilities, Service and Japanese Food
Ryokan Shinsen could be described as the traditional Japanese equivalent of a Four Seasons hotel... but better.
We stayed in the Waraku villa, which is quite large, with a small open-air bath, having breakfast plus…
Hsiang feiTW餐食太好吃了 員工服務非常用心 還可以幫你穿和服再吃飯
日式房間 舒服寛敞
入住前幾天 飯店無回覆訊息 並自己從車站坐計程車到飯店
有些可惜其他時間都有接送
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Oaza Mitai 1127-5, Takachiho, Japan
Guests rate the location 9.8 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Guests who wish to have vegetarian meals or guests who have food allergies need to contact the property at least 3 days in advance. Guests who wish to have dinner at the property need to make a reservation at least 3 days in advance. Please note that there are few restaurants around the property. Please note that child rates are applicable to children 5 years and under, and adult rates are applicable to children 6 years and older. Please contact the property for more details. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Ryokan Shinsen
What time is check-in and check-out at Ryokan Shinsen?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Ryokan Shinsen allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Ryokan Shinsen?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Ryokan Shinsen have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at Ryokan Shinsen?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Ryokan Shinsen?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Ryokan Shinsen?
Oaza Mitai 1127-5, Takachiho.
Other places we book in Takachiho
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
