An open-air hot spring flowing directly from the source,
nestled beside a clear mountain stream.
A time-traveling journey —
across a vine bridge to traditional hearthside kaiseki cuisine.
An inn that bridges people to people,
and people to nature.
Nestled in the serene valley of Yunishigawa, Nikko, Honke Bankyu is a historic ryokan established in 1666, carrying on the proud legacy of the Heike clan. It is the birthplace of Yunishigawa Onsen, where tradition and tranquility flow together like the clear mountain stream beside it.
Immerse yourself in nature with our open-air hot springs and private baths, where the sound of the river and the touch of the breeze bring deep relaxation to body and soul.
Cross the symbolic Kazura Bridge to reach the dining hall, and step back in time to the charm of old Japan.
At our Heike Kakurekan dining room, gather around the irori hearth and savor charcoal-grilled dishes and exquisite kaiseki cuisine — a harmony of tradition and creativity.
Paired with local sake, every meal becomes a warm and memorable celebration.
All of our guest rooms are riverside sanctuaries built with fine natural wood, offering both comfort and timeless beauty.
Let yourself drift into a nostalgic world beyond time — a journey to your spiritual hometown.
BEST RATE
We guarantee the best rates when you book directly through our official website.
Reservations made here offer the most value, with a discount of ¥1,000 per adult.
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No smoking on the premises or inside the building.
except in smoking areas
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
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Discovered over 820 years ago, our hot spring is celebrated as a “blessing for fertility” and a “beauty-enhancing onsen”, cherished for its gentle, skin-nourishing waters.
Cuisine
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The Origin of Irori Cuisine in Yunishigawa Onsen – Charcoal-grilled Irori Dishes and Kaiseki Cuisine
Rooms
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Each room is situated along the clear stream of the Yunishigawa River,
featuring natural wood interiors and earthen walls that evoke the warmth and nostalgia
of a traditional Japanese hometown.
Plan with choices of room and dinner
Official Best Rate Guarantee
Dinner features a traditional irori charcoal-grilled kaiseki meal.
Booking your stay directly through our official website offers the best rates.
All prices listed below are per adult, based on double occupancy (two guests per room).
HonkeBankyu is “the five-star inn” that has been selected for 26 consecutive years, and recently “awarded Platinum status” by the “Tourism Economics Newspaper Company”
Information
Check in | 15:00～17:30 If you will be arriving after 5:30 PM and your check-in will be delayed, please be sure to contact us in advance. Please note that our hotel does not offer a shuttle service. Local bus services are limited, and the 2:30 PM express train from Asakusa Station connects with the last bus to Yunishigawa Onsen Station. If you plan to use a taxi, an advance reservation is required. We appreciate it if you could allow plenty time for your journey and ensure a safe and pleasant arrival. |
Check out | 10:00 If a check-out time is set for each accommodation plan, that will take priority. |
parking | 40 cars (free) |
Payment | Cash, VISA, AMEX, MasterCard, UC, DC, NICOS, UFJ, Saison, Diners, JCB |
Address | 749 Yunishigawa, Nikko-shi, Tochigi 321-2601 |
Number of rooms | 24 rooms |
Phone Number | 0288-98-0011 |
Telephone reception | a.m.10:00〜p.m.6:00 |
FAX | 0288-98-0666 |
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made one day before the check-in date will be subject to a cancellation fee of 25% of the total accommodation charge.
On the day | 100% of the accommodation fee |
2days before | 50% of the accommodation fee |
3days before | 30% of the accommodation fee |
Notes
- Our facility preserves traditional wooden architecture, which includes many staircases. As a result, it may be inconvenient for guests with limited mobility. We kindly ask that you consider this before making a reservation, or feel free to consult with us in advance.
- Check-in is available between 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM.
- Dinner is served for two hours starting from 6:00 PM. If you expect to arrive after 5:00 PM, please be sure to contact us in advance. Depending on your arrival time, we may not be able to serve dinner.
- Please let us know your means of transportation when you come, as well as a phone number (such as a mobile number) where we can reach you on the day of your arrival.
- Please let us know the name of the guest and the number of males and females in your party.
- Children’s meals differ from those served to adults.
- If you have any food allergies, please inform us at least three days in advance. We may be able to accommodate changes for specific items such as soba (buckwheat) or raw fish, but it may be difficult to adjust meals with many ingredient changes. Please consult with us in advance.
- We are unable to accommodate requests to remove ingredients such as wheat, soy, dairy products, eggs, seasonings, or soup stock. We also cannot make changes based on personal preferences or dislikes, or accommodate severe allergies.
- For guests arriving by car, free parking is available. During the winter season (from late November to around late March), please be sure to equip your vehicle with winter tires and drive safely.
- Limited express trains departing Shinjuku at 10:31 connect with the bus from Kinugawa Onsen. Trains from Asakusa at 11:00, 12:30 (with a transfer), and 14:30 (connecting to the final bus) connect with the bus from Yunishigawa Onsen. We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance, as same-day availability is not guaranteed.
- All areas within our facility and on the premises, including guest rooms, dining areas, and the lobby, are non-smoking as of April 1, 2020. Designated smoking areas are available in the lobby and the dinner venue.
- Please note that we do not offer a shuttle service. If you miss the final bus, the only available transportation from Yunishigawa Onsen Station will be by taxi, which must be reserved in advance. We kindly ask that you plan your arrival with ample time to spare.
- Reservations for the private open-air bath are accepted after check-in.
- Photography and video recording are allowed within our facility. However, we kindly ask that you refrain from uploading any content to social media that includes the faces of other guests or staff members. Please be considerate of others when taking photos or videos.