Takahan - Yuzawa (Niigata)
36.947174, 138.799916Overview
3-star historical ryokan with 900-year-old hot springs and Nobel laureate's literary legacy
Amenities
Takahan offers a complimentary ski shuttle service to Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort and Yuzawa-Kogen Ski Resort, with a 3-minute ride to the slopes. The ryokan provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk that arranges free return transfers. On-site facilities include a gift shop, board games, and a shared lounge with a TV area.
Dining
Guests at Yukiguni no Yado Takahan start their day with a traditional Asian breakfast featuring a buffet with a variety of choices. Evening meals consist of a multi-course kaiseki dinner, with options for special diet menus and kids' meals. The ryokan also serves wine and champagne upon request.
Rooms & Location
Each room at Takahan Ryokan includes a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a shared bathroom, with mountain views from many units. The ryokan is less than a 5-minute walk from Gala Yuzawa Train Station and less than 1 km from Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort. Naeba Ski Resort is 24 km away, and Maiko Snow Resort is 8.1 km from the property.
Wellness
Takahan's on-site hot spring bath has been flowing for over 900 years, with a 掛け流し (running) system for fresh mineral water. Guests also access a sauna, an open-air bath, and a public bath, plus complimentary massage chairs in the relaxation room. Full body massage and other massage treatments are available for an additional charge.
Entertainment
The ryokan houses a small museum dedicated to Yasunari Kawabata, the Nobel Prize-winning author who wrote 'Snow Country' while staying at Takahan. Guests can use karaoke equipment, table tennis, and temporary art galleries that change periodically. Free bicycle rental is available for exploring the Yuzawa area.
- History: Oldest ryokan in Yuzawa Hot Spring area, 900-year legacy
- Location: 5 min from Gala Yuzawa Station, ski shuttle to 2 resorts
- Dining: Kaiseki multi-course dinner and Asian breakfast buffet
- Wellness: Natural hot spring, sauna, open-air bath, massage chairs
- Activities: Karaoke, table tennis, temporary art galleries, movie nights
- Cultural: In-house museum of Nobel laureate Kawabata's work
License number: 六保第七-五七号
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
140 sq. feet
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Bed options:4 Single beds
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Shower
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Sauna
Essential information about Takahan
| 💵 Lowest room price | 278 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.2 mi |
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