Arima Onsen, Kobe/Rokko, Hyogo

This Japanese-style hotel is located on a hill overlooking the Arima hot spring resort and Mt. Rokko, where guests can enjoy the magnificent landscape from comfortable guest rooms. Choraku also offers both "golden" and "silver" hot springs from private sources to fill the communal spas and open-air baths. The expertly prepared kaiseki course cuisine served here features delicacies like authentic Kobe Beef and the freshest seafood from nearby Akashi.

[Access] From JR Kobe Line/Kyoto Line Osaka Station: 60 mins by highway bus bound for Arima Onsen. From Arima Onsen Terminal: 15 mins on foot or 5 mins by taxi.