- Takinoya Annex Tamanoi Yu - - Located in the center of Noboribetsu Onsen, one of the three major hot springs in Hokkaido. - Rated 3.41 on Tabelog. - This inn in Noboribetsu Onsen is just the right size, not too big or too small, with a clean and beautiful atmosphere. We stayed on the 4th floor this time. - Suitable for couples or those traveling in pairs who want to relax, rather than families (families might enjoy staying at Mahoroba in the front for a more leisurely experience with a larger hot spring). - Beds - The hot spring is 100% flowing from the source of Noboribetsu (a white, cloudy hot spring), with both indoor and outdoor baths available. The baths can accommodate around 10 people at a time (though the outdoor bath is separated from the view outside). We were able to enjoy the spacious hot spring almost to ourselves, probably because it was a weekday. - Private baths are also available (2750 yen for 1 hour, reservation required) with enough space for two people, including indoor and outdoor baths. Of course, it is also a flowing hot spring. - Nearby attractions include the Noboribetsu Bear Park Ropeway (though it's better to drive there due to the steep slope), Noboribetsu Jigokudani within a 10-minute walk, and other sightseeing spots along the way such as hot spring towns and geysers. - There is a convenience store right in front. - Kaiseki cuisine using local ingredients, including seared saury sushi, Hokkai scallops, and Nanatsuboshi rice from Iwamizawa. The rice was shiny and we had about four servings. For the charcoal-grilled menu, we chose between Noboribetsu whey-fed pork, Rishiri hokke, and mackerel with yuzu marinade. We had the hokke and mackerel, both delicious with plenty of fat. The breakfast was also substantial, with unlimited rice refills. Overall, it was a very satisfying stay at a great inn. We stayed for 10,000 yen for two people thanks to employee benefits. Thank you very much.

Summer trip to Hokkaido. After Niseko, we headed to Noboribetsu. We stayed at the Takinoya Bekkan Tamunoyu in Noboribetsu Onsen. The ryokan is not very big, but it is cozy and tastefully decorated from the entrance. The room has a traditional ryokan feel. One of the highlights of staying at a ryokan is the meals, so I will skip the details and let the photos speak for themselves. The presentation and tableware are stylish. The staff at the ryokan were friendly and engaging, making conversation easy. The portion sizes and balance of the dishes were just right, and everything was delicious. The dessert, fresh milk soft serve ice cream, and homemade chocolate were particularly tasty. The rice was also delicious. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I visited the Tamano-yu hot spring in Noboribetsu to relax for the first time. This time, I visited Tamano-yu, and the interior decor and service were nice. For dinner, you can choose from three main dishes, and this time I ordered the grilled golden eye snapper, which was delicious but the portion was a bit small. For breakfast, I had a Japanese set meal with a good variety of dishes and not too strong flavors. Next time, I might try a different plan.

I originally didn't stay at a high-end inn, but I found a vacancy and decided to go there one autumn day with the help of the "goto" campaign. I don't mind small hot springs, and I enjoyed relaxing in a regular Japanese-style room. The dining area seemed to have been renovated since my last visit, with chairs now available. The food was simpler than before, and I chose between saury or whey-fed pork for the grilled dish. It was a generous portion, and I enjoyed the delicious white rice with the saury. The soft-serve ice cream for dessert was a nice touch.

The reasonable annex building of a high-class ryokan in Noboribetsu has an old-fashioned feel to it, but it doesn't feel outdated. The rooms are spacious with a view from large windows overlooking one of Japan's largest open-air baths, Mahoroba. The hot spring has only two baths, indoor and outdoor, with a simple design and flowing water. Dinner included appetizers such as beef roast, Hokkaido striped shrimp, edamame, and carrot castella, all served cold. The beef roast tasted like beef jerky, while the burdock miso had a refreshing chill. The sukiyaki made with Sakura Hime chicken had a unique sweet and salty sauce with tomatoes. The sashimi platter had salmon, scallops, and flounder, all fresh but too cold. The chawanmushi with udon was served hot, which was a relief. The nigiri sushi with seared herring from Hiroo was a choice of either Yakiniku with whey-fed pork or grilled Hokkaido saffron. The rice was from Iwamizawa and was the most delicious part of the meal. The meal ended with Nameko miso soup, pickles, and seasonal pudding. Breakfast had a variety of small dishes, similar to dinner, some were cold while others were warm. The dining area was cold, but the hot springs and calm atmosphere were the main reasons for choosing this ryokan. Don't expect much from the food. Nearby, there is a buffet-style onsen with a large number of hot springs, where quantity over quality is the focus.

This is my first visit in a long time to the Takinoya Annex of the Noboribetsu High-Class Ryokan. It is a reasonably priced accommodation with traditional Japanese tatami rooms. The view from the window is not particularly great, but you can see signs for the bear farm and souvenir shops in Noboribetsu. The stay includes one night with two meals served in the dining area. Dinner is a kaiseki course meal. The volume and quality of the food may vary depending on the price. In the past, we used to grill our own food on a tabletop charcoal grill, but this time the dishes were served already prepared. The veteran staff members were very attentive and made the dining experience very comfortable. Breakfast consists of a Japanese set meal, salad, yogurt, and a half buffet with a generous amount of food. Every morning, there is a mochi pounding event with staff members adding humor to the occasion, making it a fun time for everyone. The freshly pounded mochi is served as kinako mochi to all guests. The communal baths and outdoor hot springs are small but satisfying, with the distinct sulfur hot spring water of Noboribetsu. It is a down-to-earth accommodation suitable for people of all ages and nationalities.

After a drive in Muroran, we stayed at Taki no Ie Bettei Tamano Yu. The food was delightful for both the eyes and the taste buds! We enjoyed soaking in the hot springs and had a wonderful time. Thank you, Tamano Yu, for a great experience!

I visited this relatively affordable restaurant in Noboribetsu based on the reviews praising its delicious food. Despite arriving before the 2:00 PM check-in time, I was warmly welcomed. The hospitality was exceptional, and I felt genuinely cared for. As for the food, the meal consisted of appetizers, sashimi, hot pot, grilled dishes, simmered dishes, soup, pickles, and rice - all classic dishes. The sashimi was fresh and truly representative of Hokkaido. The botan shrimp was sweet without any fishy smell, and the scallops were nice and crunchy. The grilled surf clam was a great ingredient that could be enjoyed raw. The meat was decent, although the portion size was a bit small. Overall, the meal was well-balanced. However, I was still a bit hungry, so I plan to explore the local late-night food scene in the hot spring town next.

My family and I came on a hot spring trip. We were looking forward to dinner as the food had received high praise. The dinner consisted of a variety of dishes such as hot pot, choice of main course, fried eggplant, tofu in ankake sauce, sashimi, and more. Despite the generous portions, all the dishes were seasoned lightly with flavorful broth, allowing us to enjoy every bite without getting tired. For breakfast, we had a whole tomato salad, onsen tamago, and perfectly seasoned grilled saury. The natto and yogurt with the producer's name were also delicious. The only downside was that the hot spring was a bit small, but we were satisfied with the meals. We would love to come back again.

This is the best inn in Noboribetsu! The food and service were excellent!

I was able to have meals calmly in the evening and in the morning.

Healthy and delicious meal. My body was happy.

Last year I went and had a great time, so this year I invited my friends. I was debating between Noboribetsu and Toyako for them to stay when they visit Muroran, but if they don't have a car, Noboribetsu is more convenient with the bus service. There are frequent buses between the hot springs and Noboribetsu station. I chose this place because it's not a buffet, has a limited number of rooms, and is reasonably priced. Unlike last year's traditional hearth banquet, this year you can choose between charcoal-grilled Onuma black beef or a seafood platter (scallops, northern surf clams), and they will grill the meat for you or let you grill the seafood on the table. The food grilled on the hearth last year wasn't that tasty, so I think this change was for the better. It was a bit disappointing that there was no salmon roe and crab that were supposed to come with the rice. Last year was in June, and this year was in July, so there were some similarities in the menu, but it still tasted unique to this place. The menu for this month included: Appetizer: Corn and sesame tofu, Eel sushi, Mini tomato apple vinegar, Grated yam with pickled vegetables, Bites stew, Tempura Sashimi: Bluefin tuna, Botan shrimp, Scallop Grilled dish: Charcoal-grilled Onuma black beef or seafood platter Hot pot: Trout with miso sauce on a ceramic plate Steamed dish: Chilled summer vegetable chawanmushi Vinegared dish: Octopus and natto pickled vegetables Pickles: Homemade bran pickles Rice: Local rice Soup: Chicken and pork soup Dessert: Tokoroten with black honey, Chocolate mousse It was a menu themed "Summer Festival." The dessert was delicious, especially the tokoroten with black honey. Unfortunately, the weather was bad, so we didn't have the energy to visit other hot springs, and we just enjoyed the hot spring here. It was a shame that it rained while we were in the outdoor bath. For breakfast, we had to reserve a time just like for dinner. Having breakfast at the same table as dinner felt like being in my own home or my own seat, even though it was only for one day. The breakfast consisted of many small dishes, a luxurious meal with salty items to go with rice, reminiscent of a high-end home-cooked meal. It was a great start to the day, and I ended up eating too much and feeling comfortable, but then it was time for mochi pounding, which caught me off guard. Although I didn't get to see the mochi pounding (it only takes about 10 minutes), I did enjoy the mochi. The 11 a.m. check-out time was also nice and allowed for a leisurely departure. The staff at the front desk kindly informed us that the train was stopping, which was very helpful. It seems like the room snack has changed from steamed buns to rice crackers, which are good for taking home.

In May of this year, on the way back from Lake Toya, we stopped by Sagiri no Yu, and my companion mentioned how nice the water quality was there. So, I decided to use my summer bonus (lol) and visit the Taki no Ie Bettei Tamano Yu. Interestingly, my part-time job bonus was actually larger than my companion's new job bonus, so maybe I should save it for retirement instead of spending it recklessly. We arrived at 3 pm and handed over our keys to the parking attendant (who was actually the manager), then moved our car to a parking lot next to the okonomiyaki restaurant a few meters away. In the lobby, we were served tea (kombu tea?) and a hot towel, then shown to our room after check-in. We first visited the main bath, which had a small indoor bath and an outdoor bath, both with a distinctive sulfur spring smell. There seemed to be more guests from various Asian countries than Japanese guests that day. Before dinner, I took a walk around the natural foot bath tour in Noboribetsu, which I had never done before due to lack of time. The walk took about an hour and a half, and I ended up sweating a lot, so I had to rush back to the dinner venue just in time. For dinner, we had a choice between grilled dishes (charcoal-grilled Onuma Wagyu beef or shellfish), and the menu included various dishes like corn sesame tofu, salmon battera sushi, and more. The dinner was above average in quality, but since I had high expectations for Taki no Ie Bettei, everything felt just decent. The seating arrangement for both dinner and breakfast was not very conducive to a relaxing meal, as we were seated near the kitchen and could hear the staff's instructions clearly. Breakfast was served by lighting solid fuel and bringing out rice and miso soup, with self-service options like natto, seaweed, and homemade yogurt available. The miso soup with clams and the rice cooked in a clay pot were delicious. Watching the mochi pounding demonstration at 9 am every morning was a fun experience, with the broken English introduction by the manager adding to the enjoyment. The mochi was served with kinako and was the most delicious part of the breakfast. Overall, it was a memorable experience at Taki no Ie Bettei Tamano Yu.

The horses were cute (^-^) but they didn't listen to me! lol The second part is about the meals at the hotel, dinner banquet and breakfast. It's the "Takinoya Bekkan Tamunoyu" which is a branch of Takinoya. So, you can expect great things from them. Even though it's a branch, it's still Takinoya, after all! It's quite interesting that you have to decide the breakfast time when you check in. Just like excited elementary school kids before a field trip, you might wake up early, but breakfast will have to wait! lol As for the food, just like the Takinoya in Sapporo, it's not about extravagant or fancy dishes. But everything is very delicious! The sashimi is fresh and tasty! The breakfast tomato was huge, I wanted to joke about it, but it was sweet and the dressing balanced the flavors perfectly. I was really impressed. I was very satisfied. Thank you for the meal (^o^)

My daughter and I promised to go to a hot spring when she visited, so I was considering where to go and chose a small inn that wasn't a buffet style. We opted for the hearth banquet plan for 12,960 yen. We arrived early, soaked our feet in the foot bath, visited Jigokudani, and wanted to explore the hot spring town in yukata. We were greeted by the head waiter, who explained about yukata and happi coats while we sipped on kelp tea, and I selected three items from the sample of grilled dishes. I chose the domestic bone-in wiener, Noboribetsu pork, and Aichi-grown sweetfish. My daughter probably wanted to try a large outdoor bath, but she seemed satisfied with the leisurely dinner here, away from the busier places. The staff at Takinoya were already waiting in line to welcome a group bus, which seemed like a lot of work. The welcome here was just right. We had dinner at the hearth place. The appetizer, side dishes, and hot pot were already set up, and the lid on the appetizer plate was cute. The appetizers were the most delicious, especially the firefly squid. The local Chishima bamboo was prepared as a grilled vegetable, and the meat dishes were indeed delicious. The sweetfish was salty and hard to warm up, so I regretted choosing it. I didn't feel like we fully utilized the hearth, so maybe a plan without it would have been better. Putting as much rice and crab on the rice as you like was a nice touch. The homemade chocolate dessert not listed on the menu was a pleasant surprise. After a leisurely meal, we soaked in the bath and enjoyed local beer. The hot spring town was lively until late at night. Breakfast was in the same place, with the same tables. There were pickles, natto, and homemade yogurt for you to enjoy with the calm side dishes. There were two servings of rice in the pot, but you could have more if you wanted. Breakfast always includes hot spring eggs, and they were delicious here. The tofu was homemade, and the miso soup with clams was tasty. They invited us to mochi pounding at 9 am, which they do every day. The mochi was finely pounded and delicious, made with Tamano-yu's special yellow powder. The head waiter's talk about making mochi every day was entertaining. I usually cook for my family every day, but being served a full meal like this was so satisfying.

I visited the Takinoya Bekkan Tamano-yu at Noboribetsu Onsen! It is a small ryokan where there are no noisy crowds. The service was good and it was a comfortable place to stay. <Dinner> The style of dining is around a hearth. Sashimi: Botan shrimp, scallop, tuna Charcoal-grilled: Botan shrimp, crab shell, squid, scallop, sweetfish, pork, chicken, thick-cut bacon, sausage (choose 2 items) Asparagus bacon, king crab, chawanmushi, etc. Rice dish: Salmon roe, crab meat in a bowl Dessert <Breakfast> A variety of dishes with plenty of local ingredients. I had seconds for breakfast. Thank you for the meal.

It's reasonably priced and cozy here. On the way to Sapporo, we decided to stay at a hot spring on a whim. We called on the same day and were able to book a room without a bus for 12,600 yen per person. When we arrived by car, the manager was waiting outside and we checked in smoothly. We were served roasted green tea in the lobby. The customer service was good. This inn is a separate building of Takinoya in Noboribetsu Onsen. It's reasonably priced and seems to be family-friendly. There are a total of 24 rooms, so it feels cozy and small. The room is spacious enough for two people. It's clean and comfortable. There is green tea and hojicha tea with tea leaves. The fridge includes a cold water pot. The TV is perfect for lounging around and watching. The large communal bath is on the first floor, and it's small. There is also a private family bath available for a fee. I'm the type of person who goes to the communal bath multiple times, but I didn't encounter anyone like that and the size didn't bother me. Personally, I don't like very large communal baths. There are five washing stations. The amenities are typical of a hot spring, with horse oil shampoo and tea soap. The water temperature was a bit lukewarm for me, but it was still enjoyable. If you want a hotter bath, you can go to the outdoor bath for 200 yen. There is cold water available in the lobby after bathing. Dinner is served on the second floor. The seating in the front is sunken kotatsu style, while the back is tatami flooring. It's a bit uncomfortable to sit in the sunken kotatsu style. The summer setup didn't have a hearth, but instead used a shichirin (charcoal brazier). When you arrive, the staff sets it up and later brings out sashimi and other dishes. The appetizers were average. The White Horse Wagyu beef udon was delicious. I enjoyed that. The sashimi came out in a boat platter. After that, the staff brought out skewered items on a large tray. You choose three skewers! Additional skewers cost 315 yen each. I chose bacon, sausage, and sweetfish. The sweetfish was pre-salted and then warmed up. Of course, they were farmed fish. I also tried seared scallops and abalone. Then, the tofu salad was served with sesame dressing. It was refreshing, and the tofu was delicious. I preferred this over the mediocre kaiseki-style dishes. I really liked it. I didn't care for the winter melon with crab sauce. I only had one drink, so when the sausages were cooked, I was also served the rice. I ate a lot. After dinner, I relaxed in the hot spring, then slept comfortably in the futon. The air conditioning was good for a restful sleep. Breakfast was also served in the same place. The rice was cooked in a pot and the scorched rice was delicious. The side dishes were served on small white plates. The miso soup had clams. There was also a warm onsen egg and chilled tofu. In the self-serve corner, there was natto, seaweed, yogurt, coffee, and water. It was a shame that there was no milk available in the morning. I ate a lot because the rice was delicious. My companion also had a proper rice porridge. In the morning, they also had mochi pounding from 9 am in the lobby. The children looked very happy. The staff was like a show, pounding the mochi. It was amazing. The staff's motivation was high. I was impressed. The old man, the middle-aged man, the children, everyone took turns pounding the mochi. The mochi was served with kinako (soybean flour). Delicious! 5 stars! Considering the price, this inn is wonderful. It's much better than Takinoya. The service was also better here. I recommend it to those who are tired of expensive inns.

I was able to stay at a nice inn after a long time. Recently, when I traveled, there were many foreigners and I couldn't relax, but there were no foreign guests at this inn probably because there weren't many rooms. The customer service was excellent, not textbook-like but a homely customer service that enjoys conversation with customers. And I had my first meal by the hearth. The atmosphere was lovely and the food was delicious! They let you choose your favorite ingredients and grill them on the hearth to eat. I am grateful for their attention to detail. Breakfast is also served in the same place, but the hearth is not used. It was refreshing as I had only been having buffet breakfast plans recently. I want to go again next year.