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Kotohira Hotels & Ryokan
Kotohira Kadan
Kotohira, Kotohira
Nestled in the gardens lush with green, there are Sukiya-zukuri Japanese houses which use traditional Japanese architectural styles, and the Konpira Spring Kotohira Kadan, a traditional Japanese inn that has brilliantly harmonized with the modern architecture.
There are records of famous littérateurs from Japanese history having lodged here, and they were able to immerse themselves in their creations while gazing at the gardens that vibrantly change with the seasons. Within the grounds, there is a Japanese-style garden that uses the sloping land of the mountain which is rare for inns and hotels, and guests can go on excursions to view the area. And, it is possible to see Mount Iino, known for the townscape of Kotohira and by its nickname of Sanuki-Fuji, from the large bath.
Won’t you come rest your mind while experiencing Japanese culture at the Kotohira Kadan, an inn in the gardens of Konpira Hot Spring Village?
There are records of famous littérateurs from Japanese history having lodged here, and they were able to immerse themselves in their creations while gazing at the gardens that vibrantly change with the seasons. Within the grounds, there is a Japanese-style garden that uses the sloping land of the mountain which is rare for inns and hotels, and guests can go on excursions to view the area. And, it is possible to see Mount Iino, known for the townscape of Kotohira and by its nickname of Sanuki-Fuji, from the large bath.
Won’t you come rest your mind while experiencing Japanese culture at the Kotohira Kadan, an inn in the gardens of Konpira Hot Spring Village?
How to get there?
From Shinshu Matsumoto Airport: Take a Kinku Bus to JR Kotohira Station (about 45 min), and from there board the complimentary shuttle to the lodging (about 5 min).
From JR Okayama Station: Take a train to JR Kotohira Station, and from there board the complimentary shuttle to the lodging (about 5 min).
By car: About 15 min from Takamatsu Expressway Zentsuji IC.
From JR Okayama Station: Take a train to JR Kotohira Station, and from there board the complimentary shuttle to the lodging (about 5 min).
By car: About 15 min from Takamatsu Expressway Zentsuji IC.
Kotohira Grand Hotel Sakuranoshou
Kotohira, Kotohira
This is a hot spring ryokan in the temple town for Kotohira-gu, a Shinto shrine dedicated to a god of the sea, where the abundant countenance of the four seasons can be seen. From the open-air baths, guests can see cherry blossoms in the spring, fresh verdure in the summer, and autumn leaves in the fall.
For dinner, guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine prepared by the head chef who placed second in the Skill Grand Prix. Every year, during the spring, there are Kabuki performances. The oldest Kabuki small theater in Japan is approximately 200 meters away.
[Hot Springs]
Guests can relax their mind and body in the open-air baths and large communal baths from which the natural scenery of Kotohira-gu can be seen. In the women's open air baths, guests can enjoy the flower bath with floating roses during a set time (15:00 - 24:00).
[Guestrooms]
There are a variety of room types available, including Japanese and Japanese/Western-style rooms, and rooms with open-air baths.
*All rooms: Wi-Fi is available for free.
*All rooms: Bathroom has a washlet toilet.
*All rooms: Air purifier available in room.
[Breakfast]
Guests can enjoy a buffet of approximately 50 different Japanese and Western-style dishes, including crab and sashimi, freshly baked bread, and freshly cooked egg dishes, in the Kabuki themed restaurant on the 7th floor.
*Recommendations for guests using JR Trains
For those traveling around the Shikoku region, the All Shikoku Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
For those traveling around the Kansai region, the JR West Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
In the area around the ryokan, there is also a large shopping center (about 30 minutes away by train) and a national park (about 20 minutes away by car).
For dinner, guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine prepared by the head chef who placed second in the Skill Grand Prix. Every year, during the spring, there are Kabuki performances. The oldest Kabuki small theater in Japan is approximately 200 meters away.
[Hot Springs]
Guests can relax their mind and body in the open-air baths and large communal baths from which the natural scenery of Kotohira-gu can be seen. In the women's open air baths, guests can enjoy the flower bath with floating roses during a set time (15:00 - 24:00).
[Guestrooms]
There are a variety of room types available, including Japanese and Japanese/Western-style rooms, and rooms with open-air baths.
*All rooms: Wi-Fi is available for free.
*All rooms: Bathroom has a washlet toilet.
*All rooms: Air purifier available in room.
[Breakfast]
Guests can enjoy a buffet of approximately 50 different Japanese and Western-style dishes, including crab and sashimi, freshly baked bread, and freshly cooked egg dishes, in the Kabuki themed restaurant on the 7th floor.
*Recommendations for guests using JR Trains
For those traveling around the Shikoku region, the All Shikoku Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
For those traveling around the Kansai region, the JR West Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
In the area around the ryokan, there is also a large shopping center (about 30 minutes away by train) and a national park (about 20 minutes away by car).
How to get there?
From Takamatsu Airport: Take a Kinku Bus to JR Kotohira Station (about 60 min).
*Guests are asked to inform the ryokan of their airport departure time or their arrival time to Kotohira Station. The ryokan will provide a pick-up service at Kotohira Station.
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): About 5 min on foot.
From Kotohira Station (Kotoden): About 3 min on foot. *Please inform the ryokan of your arrival time. The ryokan will provide a pick-up service at Kotohira Station.
By car: Exit Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and head towards Kotohira area for about 7 km (about 15 min).
*Guests are asked to inform the ryokan of their airport departure time or their arrival time to Kotohira Station. The ryokan will provide a pick-up service at Kotohira Station.
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): About 5 min on foot.
From Kotohira Station (Kotoden): About 3 min on foot. *Please inform the ryokan of your arrival time. The ryokan will provide a pick-up service at Kotohira Station.
By car: Exit Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and head towards Kotohira area for about 7 km (about 15 min).
Kotone
Kotohira, Kotohira
This lodging is just a 3-minute walk away from the steps to Kotohira Shrine. It welcomes guests with the comfortable silence of the rear approach, away from the tumult of the front approach.
How to get there?
From Takamatsu Airport: Take a limousine bus to the Yachiyo bus stop and it is about 1 min on foot from there.
By car: About 5 km (about 10 min) from Takamatsu Expressway Zentsuji IC.
By car: About 5 km (about 10 min) from Takamatsu Expressway Zentsuji IC.
Kotohira River Side Hotel
Kotohira, Kotohira
This chic and modern hotel is situated beside Kanakura River flowing across the center of the city. Guests can make use of this hotel for various purposes from sightseeing to business.
How to get there?
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): 5 min on foot.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and continue on Route 319 for another 15 min (9 km).
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and continue on Route 319 for another 15 min (9 km).
Hotel Route-Inn Marugame
Marugame, Marugame
A 5-minute drive from JR Marugame Station. Convenient for both business and sightseeing. The hotel offers a relaxing stay, featuring restaurants and artificial radium hot springs (separate facilities for men and women).
How to get there?
From Marugame Station (JR Yosan Line): About 5 minutes by taxi.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at the Zentsuji IC and continue along Prefectural Route 33 for about 5 minutes (3 km).
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at the Zentsuji IC and continue along Prefectural Route 33 for about 5 minutes (3 km).
Kotohira Spa Kotosankaku
Kotohira, Kotohira
This facility boasts of the highest altitude baths in Chugoku and Shikoku region with an open-air bath and many other different types. You can have their original tasty beer in one of the banquet halls or inside the building.
How to get there?
From Kotohira Station (JR / Kotoden): 5 min on foot.
By car: 15 min from Takamatsu Expressway Zentsuji IC.
By car: 15 min from Takamatsu Expressway Zentsuji IC.
Toramaru Ryokan
Kotohira, Kotohira
Located at the 92nd step of the stone stairway leading to Kompira Shrine, this inn is ideal for shrine visitors. Its goal is to provide family-like, attentive service. Family and group travelers are very much welcomed.
How to get there?
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): 15 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by taxi.
Hotel Anesis Seto-Ohashi
Utazu, Marugame
A Sunroute Hotel Chain hotel situated in the middle of Kagawa prefecture with very good access, excellent for sightseeing and business. 1 minute on foot toward the mountains from JR Utazu Station.
How to get there?
From Utazu Station (JR Yosan Line): 1 min on foot.
Okura Hotel Marugame
Marugame, Marugame
This city hotel is the largest in the Shikoku region with views of the Seto Bridge. It offers a bath with views of the Seto Inland Sea and a free car park for 300 cars.
How to get there?
From Marugame Station (JR Yosan Line) South Exit / North Exit: About 5 minutes by taxi.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Sakaide IC and continue along Prefectural Route Sanukihama Kaido for about 15 minutes (7 km). Head towards Boat Race Marugame.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Sakaide IC and continue along Prefectural Route Sanukihama Kaido for about 15 minutes (7 km). Head towards Boat Race Marugame.
Yumoto Konpira Onsen Hananoyu Koubaitei
Kotohira, Kotohira
This is a hot spring ryokan in the temple town for Kotohira-gu, a Shinto shrine dedicated to a god of the sea.
There are baths in a total of 15 locations within the ryokan with 2 differing hot spring types.
For dinner, guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine prepared by the head chef who won first prize in the Skill Grand Prix.
[Hot Springs]
There are 2 types of hot springs available in the ryokan. The basement floor and the first floor garden each have their own large communal baths and open-air baths, where guests can indulge in the hot springs. Among the women's large communal baths, there is a flower bath with floating roses.
There are also private open-air baths on the 8th floor (single 45-minute session for JPY 2,200, tax not included).
[Guestrooms]
There are a variety of room types available, including Japanese style, Japanese/Western style, rooms with open-air baths, and suite rooms.
*(All rooms) Wi-Fi is available for free
*(All rooms) Bathroom has a washlet toilet
*(All rooms) Air purifier available in room
[Breakfast]
Guests can enjoy a buffet of 60 different Japanese and Western-style dishes, including crab, sashimi, and freshly cooked egg dishes, in the wood structured restaurant.
*Recommendations for guests using JR
For those traveling around the Shikoku region, the All Shikoku Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
For those traveling around the Kansai region, the JR West Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
In the area around the ryokan, there is also a large shopping center (about 30 minutes away by train) and a national park (about 20 minutes away by car).
There are baths in a total of 15 locations within the ryokan with 2 differing hot spring types.
For dinner, guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine prepared by the head chef who won first prize in the Skill Grand Prix.
[Hot Springs]
There are 2 types of hot springs available in the ryokan. The basement floor and the first floor garden each have their own large communal baths and open-air baths, where guests can indulge in the hot springs. Among the women's large communal baths, there is a flower bath with floating roses.
There are also private open-air baths on the 8th floor (single 45-minute session for JPY 2,200, tax not included).
[Guestrooms]
There are a variety of room types available, including Japanese style, Japanese/Western style, rooms with open-air baths, and suite rooms.
*(All rooms) Wi-Fi is available for free
*(All rooms) Bathroom has a washlet toilet
*(All rooms) Air purifier available in room
[Breakfast]
Guests can enjoy a buffet of 60 different Japanese and Western-style dishes, including crab, sashimi, and freshly cooked egg dishes, in the wood structured restaurant.
*Recommendations for guests using JR
For those traveling around the Shikoku region, the All Shikoku Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
For those traveling around the Kansai region, the JR West Rail Pass is now on sale at JR!
In the area around the ryokan, there is also a large shopping center (about 30 minutes away by train) and a national park (about 20 minutes away by car).
How to get there?
From Takamatsu Airport: Take a Kinku Bus to the Koubaitei bus stop (about 60 min).
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): About 5 min on foot.
From Kotoden Kotohira Station: About 3 min on foot.
*Please inform the ryokan of arrival time. Ryokan staff will provide a pick-up service at Kotohira Station.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway from Zentsuji IC and head towards the Kotohira area for about about 7 km (about 15 min).
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): About 5 min on foot.
From Kotoden Kotohira Station: About 3 min on foot.
*Please inform the ryokan of arrival time. Ryokan staff will provide a pick-up service at Kotohira Station.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway from Zentsuji IC and head towards the Kotohira area for about about 7 km (about 15 min).
Marugame Plaza Hotel
Marugame, Marugame
This hotel is situated in the center of Marugame City and is only 5 minutes on foot from JR Marugame Station. Enjoy their relaxing rooms with reasoable prices which can be used for both buiness and sightseeing.
How to get there?
From Marugame Station (JR Yosan Line) South Exit: 5 minutes on foot.
Onyado Shikishimakan (Kyoritsu Resort)
Kotohira, Kotohira
The first Kyoritsu Resort on Shikoku is open as of August 2019! Located along the front approach to Kotohira-gu Shrine, this hot spring lodging is a host to historical scenery, and a place to relax after a visit to the shrine.
How to get there?
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): About 8 min on foot.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway from Zentsuji IC and take National Route 319 for about 6 km (about 10 min) and then Prefectural Route 208 for about 2 km (about 5 min). For car navigation systems, set "Kotohira Elementary School" as the transit point and set "851-1 Kotohira-cho, Nakatado-gun, Kagawa Prefecture" as the destination.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway from Zentsuji IC and take National Route 319 for about 6 km (about 10 min) and then Prefectural Route 208 for about 2 km (about 5 min). For car navigation systems, set "Kotohira Elementary School" as the transit point and set "851-1 Kotohira-cho, Nakatado-gun, Kagawa Prefecture" as the destination.
Konpira Onsen Yumoto Yachiyo
Kotohira, Kotohira
This ryokan (traditional Japanese-style inn) is located by the source of Kompira Onsen (hot springs) and has been providing hospitality for guests since the end of the Edo Period. Situated at the center of the ryokan souvenir shop street, it is the best place to stay for visiting the temple. On the 7th floor there is a panoramic onsen.
How to get there?
From Kotohira Station (JR Dosan Line): About 7 min on foot.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsu-ji IC and continue on Route 319 for about 7 km (about 10 min).
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsu-ji IC and continue on Route 319 for about 7 km (about 10 min).
Chisun Inn Marugame Zentsuji
Marugame, Marugame
This hotel offers convenient access for guests traveling by car. The guestrooms have clean, spacious unit baths. Guests are sure to find the accommodations comfortable and relaxing.
How to get there?
From Marugame Station (JR Yosan Line): About 15 minutes by taxi.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and continue along Route 319 for about 4 minutes (1 km).
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and continue along Route 319 for about 4 minutes (1 km).
Tsuruya Ryokan (Kotohira)
Kotohira, Kotohira
This traditional Japanese inn receives guests with the warmest, heartfelt service and offers delicious, carefully prepared cuisine.
How to get there?
From Takamatsu Airport: Take a Limousine Bus/Kinku Bus bound for Kotoden Bus Honsha and get off at the Kotohira Eki-mae bus stop (about 50 min). It is about 7 min on foot, or 2 min by taxi from there.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and continue along Route 319 for about 15 km (about 20 min). Head towards Kotohira-gu Shrine.
By car: Exit the Takamatsu Expressway at Zentsuji IC and continue along Route 319 for about 15 km (about 20 min). Head towards Kotohira-gu Shrine.