[Saitama Prefecture│Chichibu] Accommodation with delicious Japanese food

Question

I want to go cherry blossom viewing, so in mid-April, my family and I will go to Hitsujiyama Park in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture, a famous spot for moss pinks. We will be traveling by train from Tokyo, and plan to stay one night. Can you recommend any accommodations in Chichibu? I would prefer a place that serves delicious Japanese food.

siratamago · Accepted Answer

This is a quiet Ryokan (Japanese inn) located halfway between Chichibu city and Nagatoro. The Japanese-style building was decorated with many paintings and vases that landlady had collected as a hobby, making it feel like an art museum. We enjoyed the baths at Wadou Onsen, also known as the "medicinal bath" and with a long history as one of the Seven Hot Springs of Chichibu. There are two baths with different designs, one made of rocks and the other made of cypress. Each has a large indoor bath and an open-air bath with a sense of openness, and both have wonderful views of the trees that were very relaxing. We were also satisfied with the substantial Japanese course dinner. There was a wide selection of Chichibu wine, sake, and shochu to enjoy with the food. There were also a small souvenir booth, a cafe terrace, private baths, and many other things to do.

Star · Answer

A historic Ryokan (Japanese inn) in Chichibu. The building seems like something out of a Japanese folk tale, with a calming atmosphere. The Japanese-style room I stayed in had a sunken kotatsu table, which gave it a very atmospheric feel. It was comfortable and I was able to relax. Both breakfast and dinner were Japanese cuisine, with a wide variety of dishes, elaborately prepared, healthy and delicious. The open-air bath, where you can enjoy the view of Chichibu's lush greenery, was also wonderful. The large public bath also had a retro Japanese feel, and the spring water quality was excellent.

Dreams · Answer

Although there are few buses, if you book in advance, a free shuttle bus is available from Seibu Chichibu Station. The building feels old, but it has been renovated and the inside is clean. The hotel is located along a mountain stream, and the view of the river and greenery was great and relaxing. There is also a large communal bath and a Japanese-style open-air bath, from which you can also see the nature of Chichibu. For dinner, we had a delicious Japanese kaiseki kaiseki（a traditional Japanese multiple course meal ）using seasonal Chichibu ingredients such as river fish and wild vegetables, along with local Chichibu sake. Breakfast was also a buffet with a focus on Japanese and Western cuisine. The dishes were lightly seasoned and there was a wide variety to choose from.

[Saitama Prefecture│Chichibu] Accommodation with delicious Japanese food

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