This is a gem in the mountains not to be missed. There was tea and a snack waiting for us every afternoon in our room. We could see the beautifully carved temple and gardens from our room window. The meals were delicious! Many little dishes to make your mouth water served in our private dining room by the hosts who were exceedingly polite and friendly and explained what everything was. The baths could be taken privately with a partner. The bath was very clean as were the accommodations. A short hike to the top of the mountain gave beautiful views of the ocean and the Daisen volcanic mountain. This also went by the beautiful temple, which offers meditation sessions. There were two small stores nearby selling delicious sweets nearby. We cannot say enough good things about kouyoukan ryokan and it's hosts! A wonderful place to slow down and relax.

Everything exceeded expectations and could not have been better.

Ryokan Koyokan Is a rare find set in an amazing forest location alongside the Kiyomizu-dera temple. We loved the absolute peace and quiet after a few hectic days in some of Japan’s big cities. The Ryokan is run by three generations of the same family, with the first member of the fourth generation a recent addition. Food is an amazing combination of mainly vegetarian dishes with some fish. Nearest railway station is at Yasugi from where you can get a taxi. We opted though to hire a car at Matsue Station for the half hour drive, this also meant easy travel to the nearby Adachi Museum of Art. Definitely recommend Koyokan for a relaxing experience in an amazing location.

Nothing. Everything was perfect.

Everything was amazing. The food was exceptional, the service and hospitality were outstanding, the room was very large and beautiful and I really regret that I had to leave again. Next time I will surely stay longer! I don’t speak any Japanese but everybody was really kind and polite and took good care of me. It exceeded my expectations by far!

There was nothing to dislike (apart from having to leave again)

A truly beautiful place to stay. The food was beyond anything that we had hoped for. The owners were very lovely and helpful. You are so close to the amazing temple that you can explore it with no one else around

Truly special experience in a serene setting. Wonderful hosts who care for every detail to ensure a comfortable stay.

The experience of going to a temple and staying there. The diner and breakfast where like something I never tried before, it was really incredible food. service was very good, hotel staff came to pick us up at the entrance of the temple.

Absolutely stunning experience staying at Koyokan Ryokan. Amazing meals and delightful family service (4 generations!). Would love to return.

Nothing I did not rate fantastically. Almost reluctant to rate so high in case it gets "discovered".

It was like an Oasis for soul and body. The food was delicious and vegetarian! It is so quiet and calm and the owner are the nicest people! We will definitely come back.

That we had to leave.

room, hot spring public bath , service, food , location

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Everything, the food, the room, the environment. Perfect.

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