Furukawa, which operates accommodations in Teshankyo, Shiraoi, and Otaru in Hokkaido, offers a special meal package with a focus on the chef's carefully selected "exquisite delicious kaiseki cuisine" along the canal-side natural hot spring inn. The kaiseki cuisine, made with carefully selected Hokkaido ingredients, exceeds expectations in taste. The hand-rolled sushi with Shimasoi from Rebun and seasoned seaweed is a creative and delicious dish that combines the flavor of Shimasoi with the seaweed. Additionally, the special dish of shrimp and sea urchin from Otaru was truly impressive. The variety of breakfast buffet options, which also prioritize Hokkaido ingredients, was enjoyable. The special room with a panoramic hot spring was also a great atmosphere. Overall, the hospitality and service were excellent. Furukawa Group is highly recommended for those planning a trip to Otaru, Shiraoi, or Teshankyo in Hokkaido. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

I stayed at the long-awaited Furukawa Inn and enjoyed a course meal centered around Japanese cuisine. Each dish had a refined flavor and was wonderful. Even my child's dinner was luxurious. The chawanmushi was a bit loose and turned soup-like, which was a bit disappointing, but everything else was very satisfying. The breakfast was buffet-style, but it was not lacking in quality, especially the kama-meshi was excellent. Since the mask restrictions had just been relaxed, it was much easier without having to wear gloves at the buffet. The staff at the inn were considerate throughout, offering assistance and interacting with my child. I will definitely visit again.

Stayed at this hotel in Otaru. It's quite close to the canal and has a nice atmosphere. Had breakfast here, it was simple but just right. Nothing particularly outstanding, but it felt comforting. Since it was cold outside, having breakfast at the hotel was a good choice. Canal-kun is cute, isn't he?

Stayed at a budget-friendly inn with the local discount plan. Enjoyed a buffet breakfast and unlimited wine and other drinks in the lounge. The atmosphere was like a traditional Japanese house, very relaxing and peaceful. The hospitality was amazing, felt almost guilty for staying at such a low price. The breakfast buffet was hygienic and visually appealing, with delicious dishes like incredibly tasty green beans and unique soy sauce mayo. The vegetables were exceptionally fresh and tasty. The whole experience was so relaxing, with a friendly dog on the premises. Accidentally broke a wine cork but the staff were very understanding and accommodating. Everything was so soothing and the food was all delicious! Thank you very much!

2022/4JR Otaru Trip(´∀｀) Stay at Furukawa-san with a great discount! Including breakfast, it costs only 3700 yen in total(^^)b Check-in at 3 pm and check-out at 12 pm, so you can relax without being rushed. The baths are on the 1st and 2nd floors with separate times for men and women. The atmosphere is perfect for a long soak. Showers are available with high-quality amenities like a Miraburu hairdryer! There are massage chairs and complimentary Yakult and jelly for relaxation after a bath. The first-floor lounge offers free coffee and tea, with wine available for a limited time. Before heading out, make sure to enjoy a drink or two! The rooms are basic and comfortable for sleeping, so no complaints there. Breakfast is served buffet-style with a reservation required by 8:30 am. Enjoy a variety of delicious Japanese dishes, all homemade and carefully prepared. Don't hesitate to ask the staff for smaller portions if needed. The gentle mugwort porridge and flavorful clam miso soup are especially recommended. The hospitality at Furukawa-san is top-notch from start to finish. Everything was excellent. Thank you for the wonderful meal! (^ω^)

There were 8 courses with a pre-dinner drink included. Furukawa was a restaurant where the staff were very polite and provided excellent service. The dinner was also very delicious, so I had a great time. From the appetizers to the dessert, everything was delicious! The special sashimi included flounder, botan shrimp, and scallops, all of which were very fresh and thick, making them very delicious. I was able to fully enjoy Otaru.

This is my 7th visit. When it comes to staying in Otaru, Furukawa is the place to go. I come here not for sightseeing in Otaru, but solely to stay at Furukawa. While it may not be flashy or new, there is a sense of soothing tranquility here. The staff always greet guests, which is rare nationwide. It doesn't feel scripted; the greetings are natural. The dinner may not feature luxury ingredients, but the carefully crafted Japanese cuisine, fresh sashimi, and dishes using local Hokkaido ingredients are all delicious. They also have wines from the Osawa Winery, which pairs well with the food. I love it. I hope the breakfast buffet returns soon post-COVID. I have always loved this inn.

First-time visit on a Wednesday, they had a breakfast buffet that was different from the usual buffet style, with dishes already plated in small bowls. The entrance was restricted for COVID-19 measures and gloves were provided for safety. The meal included a variety of dishes such as pumpkin and burdock stew, grilled salmon and hokke, corn soup, dumplings, fried chicken, seven herb rice porridge, tomato and chicken breast, tomato and salted kelp, spinach with sesame dressing, grilled sea bream, salad, various drinks, croissants, apple Danish, fruits, datemaki, fish cakes, natto, octopus with egg vinegar, and Inca awakening sweet potatoes, among others. Each dish was carefully made and of high quality, surpassing the usual buffet standards. Overall rating: S rating (90 points and above) - Must-repeat deliciousness. Highly recommended to everyone. Would love to go back multiple times.

First Visit on a Tuesday.〈Crowd〉Normal. It's not a large inn so it doesn't feel crowded, but there are definitely guests.〈Atmosphere〉Very nice. It was my first time visiting and I loved it. From customer service to hospitality, everything was top-notch. The atmosphere is calm and sophisticated with a Japanese modern feel, allowing for a relaxing experience. There is also a retro vibe that gives a natural warmth.〈Staff〉Very nice. The service was attentive, polite, and very friendly. The interactions were pleasant and wonderful. During dinner, even the manager came to say goodbye.〈Dinner〉~Mini Kaiseki Course~ Each dish was carefully prepared with attention to detail, allowing us to fully enjoy Hokkaido. Having dinner overlooking the Otaru Canal was also very nice. Despite being a mini kaiseki course, I was able to eat to my heart's content. Every dish was delicious, but especially the black sesame pudding, mixed rice, and grilled dish stood out.①Appetizer: Spinach and snow crab in white dashi jelly, the white dashi flavor and the freshness of the ingredients were delicious.②Sashimi: The shredded radish was surprisingly fluffy. The scallops were large, sweet, and delicious. The flounder was also delicious with its white flesh. It came with seaweed and bonito flakes, vinegar rice, allowing us to make our own hand-rolled sushi, which was not only delicious but also fun.③Grilled Dish: It was supposed to be flounder on the menu, but it was changed to cod that day. The miso yuzu flavored dish had a strong yuzu aroma and was very delicious.④Simmered Dish: The braised pork belly was not greasy and was delicious. It was made with Hokkaido's brand pork.⑤Meal: The mixed rice had plenty of soybeans. The soybeans were soft, sweet, and delicious. The mackerel dumplings in miso soup were fluffy and had no fishy taste. They were delicious.⑥Dessert: The black sesame flavor was rich and delicious. It had a strong aroma and was delicious without losing its fragrance.〈Overall Rating〉S Rating *Personal rating criteria (please take it as a reference).S Rating (90 points and above): Must-repeat deliciousness. Highly recommended to everyone. Would love to go multiple times. A Rating (80 points and above): Delicious. Passable level. High priority in choosing a restaurant. B Rating (60-80 points): Would consider repeating. C Rating (40-60 points): Wouldn't actively choose to go. D Rating (40 points and below): Don't need to go again.

I had been only posting photos, but let's try writing some text series. It seemed to be a Go To Travel campaign usage. I used it at a reasonable price. The dinner was very delicious. I had used it in the past during the business hotel era, and I thought it was nice how they transformed the not-so-new building into something lovely. The staff members were also very friendly and helpful. And, speaking of Furu-kawa, the dog was quietly playing with the children. It's a recommended accommodation for a mini trip, even though it's close to Sapporo.

Breakfast at Furukawa near the Otaru Canal. Due to the impact of the coronavirus, breakfast buffet style has been slightly changed to a style where you pick your favorite small dishes. You can also pick recommended croissants from the inn on a small plate. You can enjoy various small dishes in small amounts, so you can enjoy a variety of breakfast options. The recommended croissant is decent. Freshly baked bread from a bakery is hard to beat. Other dishes are also decent. I think it's a good breakfast for an inn, but when compared to a restaurant specializing in meals, it may be a bit lacking. It's very nice to enjoy breakfast while looking at the Otaru Canal. Thank you for the meal.

On the second day of my 10-day holiday, I woke up at 5 am to a clear sky! The bathhouse had separate areas for men and women, and on this day, the women's bath was on the first floor. There were floating lemons in the outdoor bath. I took a walk along the canal playing Pokémon GO for about an hour before breakfast. The weather was so nice and refreshing! For breakfast, I went to the buffet on the second floor. There was a lovely smell of freshly baked bread. They had a variety of Japanese and Western dishes. I was too shy to take pictures with so many people around, but I enjoyed scrambled eggs, ham, chicken ham, shumai, and whitebait. I also had salad, gratin, apple juice, and pineapple & grapefruit juice. Everything was delicious! Check-out was until 12 pm, but we left before 9 am because my mom didn't want her feet to hurt from walking too much. We took an earlier JR train back to Sapporo. After a bit of shopping, my mom took the Suzuran limited express back to Noboribetsu around 11 am. I took the subway back to my home in Sapporo. It was a 24-hour trip with my mom. Spending 24 hours together was a bit tiring for both of us, but we had a good time overall.

On the first day of my 10-day holiday, Saturday, I had lunch at "Otaru Nihonbashi" with my mother, then we strolled along Sakai-dori. Afterwards, we headed to "Otaru Furukawa," a place I had been looking forward to for over 3 months. During check-in, they offered us a welcome drink - I chose white wine and my mother had black bean tea while we filled out the check-in sheet and listened to the explanations. However, despite being offered the wine, the person waiting to show us to our room made it a bit awkward to enjoy it fully. We were in a room on the 4th floor overlooking the canal, with a sofa in front of the TV. The separate toilet and washroom were a nice touch, and the bathroom had a shower but no bathtub, which was fine for us since we didn't plan on using it. I think hotels with hot springs should consider offering rooms without baths as an option during booking to be more cost-effective. For dinner, we chose the 6:00 pm slot to have a counter seat with a view of the canal. After settling into our room, we went to the hot spring. The water was colorless and odorless, and there were various shampoos and body washes to choose from. After bathing, we relaxed in the second-floor lounge with complimentary blueberry vinegar and frozen pineapple. Before dinner, I soaked my feet in the outdoor foot bath while playing Pokémon GO. The dinner theme was "Otaru Kaiseki with Gas Lamps in the Spring Street." I enjoyed a beer for 600 yen, and the courses included appetizers, grilled dishes, steamed dishes, and dessert. Each dish was meticulously prepared, and we especially enjoyed the hand-rolled sushi with sashimi. The pork shoulder was delicious but a bit challenging to eat in one bite. We ended the meal feeling satisfied but stuffed. We returned to our room, watched a bit of TV, and went to bed before 9:00 pm. I will share about breakfast in the next review. Total stay: 17 hours. Total cost: 51,500 yen for two people (including dinner and breakfast, at a discounted GW rate).

The salted squid fried rice was delicious. Also, the sashimi was good too.

I decided to have a course meal for dinner and ended up feeling full, so I just had onigiri for my meal. I always end up not eating the snacks and alcohol I bought when I have a course meal. The hot spring was also not crowded, so I was able to relax.

Breakfast was a half buffet. It was delicious and satisfying!! I want to stay here again.

I went to Furukawa near the station after visiting the Blue Pond in Otaru because I wanted to take a hot spring bath! The hot spring felt great!! There were many Japanese dishes for meals, which were healthy! Thank you very much!

One day, I decided to go on a trip to heal my broken heart. I searched for a place near Sapporo where I could stay for under 20,000 yen per night and enjoy delicious food, and that's how I found Furukawa in Otaru. I had a great experience at Furukawa's detached house in Noboribetsu before, so I thought Furukawa in Otaru would be just as good. Unfortunately, it was raining heavily on the day of my visit. I walked from Otaru Station with an umbrella, which was quite a challenge, but I finally arrived. As soon as I arrived, a staff member who happened to be at the entrance guided me inside. They offered to take my umbrella and dry it at the front desk. I checked in at the old-fashioned and stylish front desk. The welcome drink options were tea, onion soup, and homemade wine, and I chose the wine without hesitation. The mini glass of chilled white wine was delicious. While my room was being prepared, I relaxed in the lounge area, where I could read a book or enjoy tea. I chose yuzu tea, served in a lovely cup, and it helped me relax. When my room was ready, I was escorted there by a staff member who carried my luggage. Since I was traveling alone, I booked a single room. The room had a large bed, TV, desk, tea, and a bathroom, which was sufficient for me. I was pleased to find a bottle of chilled water in the room. I immediately headed to the bath, which turned out to be a private outdoor bath, and I had it all to myself due to the rain stopping. The dinner started at 6 pm, and I had a window seat facing the Otaru Canal for the first half of the meal. The menu was a step above the regular offerings. I started with a lychee liqueur as an aperitif, followed by a Pilsner beer from Otaru. The consomme was delicious, and the sashimi included botan shrimp with sea urchin, which was a pleasant surprise. The main course was a sublime Wagyu sirloin shabu-shabu, and the meal ended with a delightful crab and clam rice dish. The next morning, breakfast was also served in the same venue, and I enjoyed a buffet with a view of the Otaru Canal. The breakfast was a luxurious experience, and I left the restaurant feeling satisfied.