With a 370-year-old history Tokiwaya Ryokan is a traditional ryokan which is known to be one of Japan’s oldest. This heritage site is centrally located on Oyudori (Nozawa’s main street) right in the heart of the Nozawa Onsen village. If you are looking to immerse yourself in Japanese culture it will not disappoint.
There is a feeling of history as you walk into Tokiwaya Ryokan. There are historical relics, arts and crafts as well as a shrine displayed in the lobby. Yet, while traditional, Tokiwaya has an inviting, relaxed atmosphere. Guests walk around the ryokan dressed their yukata robes, heading to or having enjoyed one of the onsite onsens. There is complimentary coffee offered in the lobby each morning as well as a bar which serves locally brewed beer.
The rooms at Tokiwaya Ryokan are all beautifully decorated in traditional Japanese style with tatami matting, rice paper screens and futon (a few rooms have western twin beds). Even the smallest rooms are relatively spacious, particularly by Japanese standards and all rooms have full en-suite facilities.
The onsen facilities at Tokiwaya are excellent and while they don’t have any outdoor onsen, there are two large indoor natural onsens which are very well known in the area for different healing properties. Men’s and women’s onsens are alternated daily so you can experience both onsens.
Breakfast at Tokiwaya Ryokan is an experience in itself. Breakfast is served in private dining rooms with traditional low tables and floor chairs.
