Dinner course options were 8,000 yen, 10,000 yen, and 12,000 yen. I decided to go with the 12,000 yen course. Special treat: Dashi made with Lake Shikotsu water, elegant kombu dashi, with separate servings of cherry shrimp and Soya salt for flavor variation. Appetizer: Firefly squid and sea urchin, it's the season for firefly squid, and the sea urchin with nori is top-notch. Appetizer: Asari Royale, why Royale? I'd prefer chawanmushi. Main dish: Hokkaido fugu with asparagus and cod sprouts, the flavor of the fugu is rich and firm. Asparagus with plum miso and boiled cod sprouts with fish roe, both are in season, and I love cod sprouts. Grilled dish: Abalone coated with okara and grilled, two pieces were served, why okara? Honestly, it's unnecessary. It's a waste of delicious abalone, please mix the rest into a stew. Sashimi: From left to right, kombu-marinated flounder, medium fatty tuna, Hokkaido salmon, red snapper, and Botan shrimp (in a small bowl). Tofu and jelly side dishes, all carefully selected. Simmered dish: Young bamboo shoot and flying dragon head, enjoy the season and the chef's skills. The abalone from earlier is more enjoyable in this dish. Both have a refined sauce and are delicious. Palate cleanser: Grapefruit sherbet with monkfish liver cube on top, refreshing and perfect for resetting your palate. Recommended dish: Half a portion of 400g (estimated) hairy crab, boiled and chilled, both the meat and miso are exquisite, it's mouthwatering. Main dish: Shiraoi black-haired Wagyu beef with Botan shrimp from the sashimi, spring cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, young corn, and fuki miso (with the last crab meat on top). Meal: Miso soup with a very good dashi, it was satisfying. Dessert: Cherry blossom pudding and cherry blossom-scented meringue mousse with gelato marriage. Overall, the ingredients were luxurious but lacked finesse. There were many parts where delicacy was missing. Thank you for the meal.

At the underground floor of the Suizantei, the first precious pavilion at Lake Shikotsu, there is a mossy hut called Taian. They offer courses for 8,000 yen and 10,000 yen. I chose the 8,000 yen course this time, although I was a bit worried because some reviews mentioned that the portion was small. However, in reality, the portion was quite satisfying and I was happy with the content. Maybe it was because I also had a full bottle of white wine from Yoichi (5,500 yen). After the 10 dishes of rice and miso soup were served, they asked if I wanted seconds, so I could have added more if I wanted. I didn't, though (laughs). After finishing the meal, they even gave me a souvenir of Inari-zushi to take back to my room. There are no izakayas or other restaurants around Lake Shikotsu, so it seems essential for guests staying at Suizantei to dine there. The rooms are all like private rooms, so I felt quite luxurious. Thank you for the meal.

On the final day of my 3-night stay in Hokkaido, I decided to visit a hot spring for the first time at Lake Shikotsu. I made a reservation through Ichijiku, so I was unsure about the details of the meal. The staff mentioned that the evening course costs 10,000 yen. The meal service started at either 5:30 PM or 7:30 PM, and I chose 7:30 PM. I arrived at the restaurant on time and started with a glass of champagne. They recommended tasting the dashi made with Lake Shikotsu water first. Then, they added a small amount of salt to enjoy the change in flavor. The dashi was excellent. The following dishes featured a variety of local ingredients and were all delicious. The herb-crusted roast of Shiraoi pork was slightly overcooked, which was a shame. The rice served at the end was delicious, a blend of Fukkurin and Yumepirika rice, as I recall. It was fluffy and tasty. Some inns serve a large amount of food that must be finished, but the portion size here was just right. They also provided inari sushi as a late-night snack, which I enjoyed in my room. It was delicious!

Even though it's called a "ryokan," this facility is more like a modern resort hotel with a new lobby and guest rooms. I was looking forward to the highly praised meals. The dining area consists of private rooms, each with a lovely and intimate atmosphere. First, a toast. Sapporo Classic draft beer - 715 yen, Otaru apple juice - 440 yen. The cuisine features a mix of delicious Hokkaido ingredients with a touch of Western influence. [Enjoyment] Pour dashi into a wine glass made with Lake Shikotsu water. Taste it as is, then add salt and enjoy with pickled vegetables. [Appetizer] Corn Royale - a Western-style chawanmushi with fresh white corn that tasted like fruit! [Ingredients] 540-day aged potatoes with butter, soy sauce, and Soya salt. Sweet like sweet potatoes. [Simmered dish] Okra, eggplant, winter melon in a silver bean paste sauce that complements the mock goose dish. [Sushi] Yuba topped with sea urchin, button shrimp, tuna, and more. [Main dish] Herb-crusted White Pork. [Meal] Rice, miso soup, pickles, bean dish. [Dessert] Milk pudding with soy milk foam, fruit, and ice cream. Each dish was so delicious that I wanted to eat more, but enjoying a variety of dishes left me feeling satisfied in the end. Thank you for the feast.

Visited the Suikansotei, the first precious pavilion overlooking Lake Shikotsu on December 6, 2020. Today is my mother's 71st birthday. I used the GOTO campaign to come here. Considering my mother's age and health, I avoided teppanyaki and opted for the 10,000 yen Japanese course. However, we still ended up getting wagyu steak (laughs). The course included both fish and meat, so I highly recommend the 10,000 yen course. Today, my mother, sister, wife, and I visited with four people. The room was lovely. I will introduce the room based on the reviews of Suikansotei. The sashimi was fresh and delicious. The tuna was a beautiful pink color (laughs) and it was close to otoro. We also had sea urchin sushi and Ise ebi with ankake, making it quite a luxurious meal. My sister and I enjoyed white wine and my mother and wife stuck to beer. If the food is this good, I would love to come back again. We received a 35% discount and a 14,000 yen coupon that could be used for drinks or additional dishes at the restaurant, making it a very cost-effective experience. Thank you for the feast!

The morning started with eagerly awaited cold brew coffee, followed by a relaxing bath in the room (the water here is so smooth and gentle!). Breakfast was served in a buffet style at the inn. Each table had rice, soup, and shabu-shabu prepared, and we could choose our side dishes from the buffet. There were so many dishes like Princess Trout from Lake Shikotsu that we couldn't finish them all... The tomato juice was so delicious that I wanted to buy some to take home, but unfortunately, it wasn't available at the shop (´･_･`). Until the 11 o'clock check-out time, we were able to leisurely enjoy the autumn leaves in the garden from our room. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

My husband made a reservation for our wedding anniversary. We were able to check in early, so maybe we should have parked the car first and then explored around Lake Shikotsu without worrying about parking. In the lounge, we enjoyed the welcome sweets. There are two coffee lounges, and food and drinks served outside the hotel's dining areas are free for guests. After dinner at the Moss Garden, we were led into a uniquely designed and foreigner-friendly atmosphere reminiscent of a lakeside inn. My husband had beer, and I had plum wine for a toast. Since it was a special anniversary trip, we had a commemorative photo taken. The meal consisted of gentle Japanese dishes served slowly, allowing us to enjoy the food without feeling too full. Inari sushi was also provided as a late-night snack. My husband even had two pieces... I'm looking forward to the cold brew coffee in the morning!

I also made a last-minute reservation here. I had originally booked at the club, but they said I could change to the main building after checking out the rooms. Since the main building offered everything - food, hot springs, private baths, and a shop - I decided to stay here. The club offers Italian cuisine, but the main building serves traditional Japanese course meals and has better hot springs. Also, the rooms at the club were underground and quite cold, so I preferred the main building with its spacious and warm rooms. The dinner at the main building was a 6000 yen course with Hokkaido ingredients, which was slightly less luxurious than the 8000 yen course I had before, but still satisfying. The hot springs included a calming hinoki bath, a sauna, and a rocky outdoor bath with a lukewarm lying bath. The private bath this time had an ethnic theme and a TV for a relaxing experience. The breakfast was a mix of a Japanese set meal and a half buffet with a generous selection of side dishes, noodles, and desserts. It included sashimi and grilled fish, and was quite filling. Breakfast is served from 7 am. Just like last time, the check-out process may take some time due to the inexperienced staff at the front desk, so I recommend allowing extra time if you're in a hurry.

One day, I had the opportunity to stay at this place. It was my second time staying here, or maybe not... the memories from a few years ago were faint, so I decided to treat it as my first visit. I received VIP treatment from Kusuisantei in Jozankei, where I usually stay. I checked in promptly and was taken to a traditional Japanese-style room with a calming atmosphere. The room was spacious with a luxurious design, and I could see Lake Shikotsu from the window. The guest room lounge offered jasmine tea and Chinese tea. The check-in lounge on the first floor had coffee and black tea available. The water drip coffee, famous for taking 8 hours to brew, was served from 6 am. Personally, I hope the lounge will offer more drink options. The private bath cost around 3000 yen for an hour. The room was about 8 tatami mats in size with a sofa, and it was a great value to relax in the private open-air bath while lounging in the room. It's a space where families can relax and enjoy. It's a good deal to choose a plan with a private bath. The autumn-themed kaiseki meal was served for dinner. The dinner was served in a private room at the dining place, emphasizing local ingredients, mostly sourced from Hokkaido, creating a seasonal dining experience. The chestnut dish at the beginning caught my eye, and the creative dish of fried noodles resembling chestnut shells was impressive. The taste of the grated fish was also rich, not only visually appealing but also delicious. The menu details are in the images. Each dish was meticulously prepared, visually appealing, and reasonably satisfying. For breakfast, a half-buffet was served in a different dining area. The breakfast included a sashimi platter and grilled trout, which were both delicious and satisfying. The freshness of the sashimi in the morning was noticeable. I enjoyed homemade cookies with water drip coffee in the lounge, taking my time to relax. I would like to visit this inn again if the opportunity arises.

This is the restaurant "Tai'an" located in the Suikaho, the most valuable pavilion in Shikotsu Lake. It has a stylish atmosphere with a modern Japanese design using old trees. They offer seasonal kaiseki cuisine and rice cooked in a kettle. The course meal was delicious. However, the service and response of the hotel itself were a bit lacking. The restaurant is not bad, but there was a problem during the stay and the response was not great, which was very disappointing. It's a shame because I had a good impression when I came before. Thank you for the meal.

It was a wonderful inn (*´ω`*). The hospitality at check-in was so stylish that it made me feel a bit nervous. The hot springs and meals were excellent, and the traditional atmosphere of the ryokan was impressive. The private outdoor bath was spacious and relaxing, definitely worth renting. The shrimp sashimi was fresh and delicious, and the roasted green tea ice cream was also tasty. The view of Lake Shikotsu from the room was very beautiful.

This is a lovely dining venue in a very small and quiet hot spring town. It is mostly private with few rooms, allowing for a calm dining experience. The cuisine is elaborate and delicious, showcasing seasonal flavors. The price includes accommodation for four people and alcohol. The standout feature is the reasonable prices for alcohol, making it easy to enjoy without worrying about the bill. The selection of drinks is also extensive. The only downside is the lack of staff who can provide information about the alcohol. Additionally, the breakfast venue on the second floor is luxurious.

Breakfast was delicious and the service was excellent. I highly recommend trying their omelette.

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The main broth is delicious and gives a good impression.

This hotel is located within the Shikotsu Lake Onsen, and is considered quite high-class. Due to the Hokkaido Eastern Iburi earthquake on September 6th, New Chitose Airport was closed, so I had to quickly find a hotel and make a reservation. Luckily, I was able to secure the last room available and took a taxi from Chitose to Shikotsu Lake. Despite the fact that this hotel is affiliated with a different power plant, they were able to provide the minimum necessary power supply, so I had a much more comfortable stay compared to staying in the city. Dinner was also provided, using whatever ingredients were available. The meal was of high quality, and despite the unusual circumstances of the earthquake, I was able to enjoy a slightly out-of-place but satisfying dining experience. The dinner venue was located underground, with various options available, but this time I was guided to a traditional Japanese table seating area. The meal consisted of a multi-course kaiseki dinner, starting with appetizers, followed by sashimi, cold dishes, tempura, palate cleanser, main dish, rice, and dessert, all incorporating Hokkaido ingredients in small portions for a delightful dining experience.

On the second night of my fast-paced trip to Hokkaido, I chose to stay at a hot spring ryokan about 30 kilometers from New Chitose Airport because my flight was early the next day and I wanted to experience a hot spring ryokan. I was not aware of the existence of Lake Shikotsu before, but the beautiful mountains and serene lake under the clear sky were truly breathtaking. The room was spacious, with a coffee and tea machine available for use, and the cold brew coffee in the coffee lounge was delicious. For dinner, I opted for the Suizan kaiseki course with hairy crab and button shrimp. The meal included a variety of dishes, but I was slightly disappointed with the presentation of the crab and shrimp, as well as the assorted sashimi platter. Breakfast at "Sousou" was more satisfying in terms of the sashimi selection. Overall, I had a luxurious and enjoyable stay at the ryokan.