3-Star Hotels in Yoshino

My wife and I spent our first two nights in Japan at Yukawaya. This was our first real holiday since Covid and we couldn’t have found a better way to kick it off! The ryokan is charming in every sense. We stayed in the new rooms with a balcony and outdoor onsen bathtub overlooking a serene and green valley. The room was spacious and in traditional Japanese style but, unlike many other traditional ryokans, also had all the amenities for modern travellers. The new extension also has a public bath with outdoor onsen pool which is open to the public only for a few hours everyday and the hotel guests can use them in almost privacy the rest of the day. The family run ryokan has been around for generations but they have kept it in perfect conditions. More important than the facilities is the warm and charming hospitality by the family. Not only were they extremely helpful from the moment we arrived, explaining about the best way to take in Yoshinoyama in English, but they truly made us feel welcomed by taking very good care of us. When my wife decided to skip breakfast one morning with an upset stomach, the lady cooked the tea rice more softly than usual for me to bring back to the room for her. Last but not least is the delicious cuisine served for dinner and breakfast. All the ingredients are from local sources. And even though they were presented in very elaborate kaiseki-like manner, we felt like we were eating a fine meal at someone’s home and not any restaurant. We can’t wait to return again, hopefully to catch the famous cherry blossom!

I stayed for one night, I didn't expect it to be so comfortable and feel at home. The food is delicious, the hot springs are soaking, the boss and his wife are warm, thank you 🙏

Accommodation for sightseeing and worship at Kinpusenji Temple. It's a steep slope up to the temple, so you need strong legs. If you go by car, it will take 6 km and 10 minutes. Kinpusen-ji Temple is a temple that is good at making money and has the atmosphere of a new religion. According to research in psychical science, there are no Buddhas or spirits, so it is foolish to believe in Buddhism. The food at the inn makes good use of ingredients from Nara Prefecture. However, it seems that the sweetness has won out a little too much. If you stay there for about 10 days during the cherry blossom season, like the literary greats of the past, it might be interesting from a historical and religious perspective. I also need money.

Located in Yoshino, 35 km from Subaru Hall and 39 km from Nara Station, HEARTH_YOSHINO offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 43 km from Tanpi Shrine. Featuring a Nintendo Wii, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, a living room, a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Mihara History Museum is 43 km from the apartment, while Sakai Municipal Mihara Culture Hall is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 78 km from HEARTH_YOSHINO.

This time I stayed for the purpose of cherry blossoms on Mt. Yoshino. The cherry blossoms themselves were much slower than usual, so I didn't see them, but the accommodation itself was great. Access is great because it is one station for Mt. Yoshino, just off Yoshino Jingu Station. Yoshino Jingu Station is an unmanned station and there are only 2-3 restaurants, but Yoshino has quite a few Japanese restaurants in the daytime. I think the method of walking down from the inn to Nakasenbon by taxi is the most recommended in terms of time and physical strength. The building itself is an old folk house, but the inside is completely renovated and very comfortable. This time it was only 3 people staying, but I think it will be cheaper if there are many people. I would like to try it again during the cherry blossom season from next year onwards.

It is a traditional Japanese house It is located overlooking the Yoshino River and you can see the scenery of the four seasons from the window

13 minutes on foot from YamatoKamiichi Station11 minutes on foot from Yoshino Jingu Station Easy to access from either station

The Tokinoya Nara Yoshino [Presented by Vacation Stay] provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Tokinoya Nara Yoshino [Presented by Vacation Stay] is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Yoshino.The hotel offers easy access to Yoshino Railway Station, just 2km away. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Taishisanji, 七曲坂 and Yoshino Jingu all nearby.At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city.

The host, Ms. Murakami (if my memory serves me right) was really accommodating. For a solo traveller, the inn was more than comfortable, with equipped shared kitchen and clean bathroom and shower. And close to Yamato-Kamiichi station too!

Guest House Ku Is Located In The Kuzu District Of Yoshino-cho. It Is An Area With A Long History That Appears In Kojiki And Nihon Shoki. Kuzu, The Home Of Craftsmanship, Is Also Known As A Production Area For Handmade Japanese Paper And Disposable Chopsticks Made Of Yoshino Cedar And Yoshino Cypress.There Are No Restaurants Or Convenience Stores Nearby.We Recommend That You Do Your Shopping Before You Come.