The room with an open-air bath was 29,200 yen for one night with two meals included, plus a bathing tax of 150 yen and juice for 759 yen, totaling 30,109 yen. Both dinner and breakfast were very delicious. The hallway had eaves and dog barriers set up, resembling a townhouse alley. The waterway at the entrance, waterfall sculptures throughout the building, a courtyard, a Noh stage at the entrance to the large bath, and the furnishings all created a pleasant atmosphere. Although it was a standard twin room with an open-air bath, we were upgraded to a superior twin room for free. Everything was clean and comfortable. I would love to stay here again. The "dried plums" served in the room were so delicious that I bought some at the gift shop. Smooth dried plums (seedless) 160g for 1,080 yen.

I have almost visited all the major hot spring inns in Kameoka, but I feel that Matsusono-so is the best in terms of interior design and large communal bath. The inn is designed in a way that you walk through the entrance, past the front desk, and up to the annex, with the area next to the front desk resembling a river with swimming koi fish. Throughout the inn, there are tea utensils and Noh masks displayed, showing the owner's interests. The large communal bath area has multiple indoor and outdoor baths, and it is spacious like a super sento. Despite accommodating various group guests, I didn't feel the inn or the bath area were crowded, which was nice. Dinner and breakfast are served in a tatami room. Considering the price, the quality of the food is decent, with the Tamba beef steak being particularly delicious. However, some dishes like the grilled conger eel with sansho pepper could use more attention in cooking. The balance of the meal wasn't great overall. Breakfast, on the other hand, was enjoyable with delicious dried fish and side dishes. The quality of the dinner can vary, so there are days when it feels really good. However, the cost of the inn's dinner tends to be relatively high in the overall travel expenses, so if you feel unsure about the first visit, it may be difficult to consider revisiting. Additionally, like Kizan-kaku, despite advertising that Wi-Fi is available in the inn, it may not work due to usage limits within the property. Dinner Menu: - Appetizer - Assorted sashimi (tuna, sea bream, squid, shrimp, salmon) - Lily dumpling - Grilled conger eel with sansho pepper - Tamba beef teppanyaki - Kama-meshi (rice cooked in a pot) - Red miso soup, pickles - Dessert

Arrived at Yuno Hana Onsen on a regular Wednesday at 7:00 PM. It is a prestigious large hot spring inn! This time, the main dish was Botan Nabe! According to my information, it is supposed to be very delicious! After enjoying appetizers and sashimi, it was time for the Botan Nabe. It is a miso soup-based dish, but the way of eating is different from usual! Instead of putting soup in the bowl, only miso and chopped green onions are added! (You can add condiments according to your preference) You dip the Botan meat in the miso and eat it! So, I took a bite! Delicious^_^ Extremely delicious! It doesn't have a strong odor and it's not tough! I was surprised by the unique way of eating for the first time, but I was also surprised by the deliciousness! The Botan meat had a luxurious feel with its rich flavor, and the miso had a distinct taste suitable for Botan Nabe. There are various delicious ways of eating, indeed. Thank you for the feast.

I stayed at Matsusono-so and had dinner and breakfast there. The exterior looks a bit old, but once inside, the atmosphere is quite nice. The room I stayed in was recently renovated and very clean. It was a Western-style room with a massage chair and a private outdoor bath, making it very comfortable. The communal hot spring baths in the inn are also very clean and impressive. The staff were polite and friendly. Both dinner and breakfast were served in private rooms, allowing for a relaxing dining experience. The dinner menu included a variety of dishes such as a platter of local specialties, steamed conger eel and matsutake mushrooms, sashimi, thin steamed buns, grilled Tajima beef and vegetables, salad, grilled red fish with lemon salt, seasonal rice cooked in a pot, red miso soup, assorted Kyoto pickles, a bite-sized cake, and yogurt. The timing of each course was well-paced. The food was not particularly outstanding, but it provided a sense of comfort. Breakfast also offered a variety of dishes that left me feeling satisfied. Before leaving, I bought their original curry (the president's beef curry) from the inn's shop. It was a bit pricey for retort curry, but it was delicious and rich. While Matsusono-so may be bustling during the autumn foliage season, it was very quiet during this hot season, allowing for a peaceful stay. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I visited Suzumushi Temple on a day trip by bus for the first time in about 20 years, and it was still crowded with long lines. So, I aimed to be one of the first visitors when it opened at 9 AM. The first group consisted of 200 people, and it was packed as usual. After that, I headed to Yunohana Onsen for lunch. The building was long and spacious, with banquet halls filled with various events like memorial services and alumni gatherings. The meal included Tanba beef, crab kamameshi, and other typical dishes. I also enjoyed the baths, including indoor baths, outdoor baths, outdoor rock baths, and a mist sauna, almost in a private setting. It was a very enjoyable time.

I used this place for a year-end party. The food was banquet-style, with decent quantity and quality. There was a menu for comparing Kyoto beef and Tanba beef, but since there was no indication of which was which, it felt like just eating regular meat. There was nothing particularly noteworthy about this inn. The room was average, with a small TV. The bath was nice, with an outdoor bath, but it was far from the room. I had to walk quite a bit and ended up getting lost, so I had a staff member guide me back to my room.

Fifteen relatives gathered to celebrate my mother-in-law's 88th birthday. When we entered the entrance, my children were surprised because they had never been to such a place before. There was a river flowing inside the building. The interior was a bit complex, with unusual items placed throughout the hallways. Outside the windows, there was a snowy landscape and even an outdoor hot spring bath, creating a charming atmosphere. We stayed together in one room at night. As part of the celebration, they served us a whole sea bream. In the morning, we enjoyed a traditional Japanese breakfast in a large hall, with a variety of small dishes on the shelves, hot tofu, grilled salmon, and dried fish. There were many different types of dishes and plenty of food to enjoy.

In November, I went on a day trip tour to a crab feast organized by JR, and I enjoyed it so much that I wanted to go somewhere in the spring as well. Due to various reasons, I cannot stay overnight, so these day trip tours are perfect for me. This time, I decided to visit Yuno Hana Onsen, which is very close by but I had never been before. This JR station plan is quite a good deal. It includes transportation costs, bath, and meals, all at a special price. The tour from Kyoto Station to Kameoka costs 5700 yen, but I got it for 5000 yen. We took the inn's bus departing from Kameoka Station at 11:10 am. There were about 13 people on this day, mostly women. We arrived in about 20 minutes, and I was pleasantly surprised to find that we had semi-private raised seating with partitions in the dining area. It felt nice to have a bit of privacy. First, I went to the bath. The bath area provided rental towels, so I didn't need to bring anything. The bath facilities were well-equipped, and the hot spring water was comfortable. After bathing, I enjoyed a beer before starting the meal. The spring appetizers, Tamba potato soba, sashimi, Tamba beef shabu-shabu, Chawanmushi, tempura of spring vegetables, and grilled dishes were all delicious and well-prepared. The meal was satisfying, and the dishes were seasoned perfectly to my liking. The atmosphere was cozy, and the service was attentive. It was a delightful experience overall.

Dinner on April 4th (Saturday) had a couple more dishes, but there are no images and they have faded from memory! At Kameoka Yunohana Onsen, Matsusonojo and Hosugawa-tei, an assortment of bite-sized appetizers is served, lightly seasoned and suitable for drinking. The sashimi includes farmed sea bream with good freshness and slightly fatty bluefin tuna toro that tastes almost raw. The shrimp and swordtip squid are safe choices, with the latter beautifully presented on bamboo. The vegetable salad, with possibly some shellfish, is a distant memory. Next is the introduction of Tanba beef by the waitress, to be enjoyed shabu-shabu style with seasonal bamboo shoots. While it was pre-cooked, the freshly cooked version would surely enhance its flavor. Accompanied by grilled bamboo shoots and a bread-like foie gras, the memory of its taste has already vanished. The meal ends with rice cooked in a pot and a delicious red miso soup. A geisha's hospitality at the banquet will be summarized in the following review.