Kobayashiya -Kinosaki Onsen- Hotel - Toyooka (Hyogo)

4-star registered Tangible Cultural Property ryokan in Kinosaki Onsen

Cultural Heritage & Amenities

Kobayashiya -Kinosaki Onsen- is a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan, blending traditional wooden architecture with modern facilities. The ryokan allows guests with tattoos to use shared bathing areas, a rare policy in Japanese hot spring towns. Complementary amenities include slippers, electronic bidets, and a yukata selection service where staff help guests dress each day.

Private Onsen & Access

Guests receive a free pass to all 7 public baths in Kinosaki Onsen, plus 24-hour access to 3 private onsen rooms on site. The private baths are bookable by individual guests for complete privacy, with no extra cost. Kobayashiya also has a 24-hour front desk for convenience and an on-site restaurant serving Asian breakfast and dinner using local ingredients.

Rooms & Accommodations

Rooms at Kobayashiya include quadruple rooms with garden or river views, deluxe queen rooms, and standard quadruple rooms. All rooms have tatami flooring, shoji screens, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a tea and coffee maker. Allergy-free rooms are available, and the property has a designated smoking area and non-smoking floors.

Dining Experience

The modern restaurant serves Japanese cuisine with vegetarian options, local specialities at breakfast, and kaiseki dinners that include crab hotpot or Tajima beef. Guests can order a crab special dinner that includes the equivalent of a whole crab per person. The restaurant also accommodates special dietary needs such as vegan and gluten-free upon request.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Kobayashiya -Kinosaki Onsen- is located beside the Otani River, within walking distance of Onsenji Temple and all 7 public baths. Direct express trains from Kyoto and Himeji reach the ryokan in about 2.5 hours. Nearby attractions include Sanin Kaigan National Park, Kinosaki Onsen Ropeway, and Hachigoro's Tojima Wetland.

• Cultural property: Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan
• Tattoo policy: Tattoo-friendly shared onsen access
• Onsen access: Free pass to 7 public baths + 3 private onsen rooms
• Dining: Kaiseki dinner with crab hotpot or Tajima beef
• Accessibility: Allergy-free rooms and special diet menus
• Location: 7-minute walk from Kinosaki Onsen Station