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Check in from: | 15:00 |
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Check out before: | 11:00 |
Pets | Pets not allowed |
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
Spa
Restaurant
Non-smoking
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Sanyoan
Set in Otofuke in the Hokkaido region, Sanyoan offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and full-day security. The ryokan has family rooms.
Reviews from 
Family traveller
Comment: 2 Jan 2025
The best onsen experience I’ve had.
The entire property is packed with care and kindness by the staff and fully equipped with everything you need from toiletries to happy hour. The kaiseki dinner was one of the best I’ve had - not only the food but also the setting and presentation. Incredible to use the next door hotels big onsen and the outdoor onsen was beautifully landscaped.
The most gentle and intimate care of the staff really helped me relax and unwind the years hard work and stress. My mother very much loved as well.
Thank you Sanyoan. I look forward to coming back soon 💖
The entire property is packed with care and kindness by the staff and fully equipped with everything you need from toiletries to happy hour. The kaiseki dinner was one of the best I’ve had - not only the food but also the setting and presentation. Incredible to use the next door hotels big onsen and the outdoor onsen was beautifully landscaped.
The most gentle and intimate care of the staff really helped me relax and unwind the years hard work and stress. My mother very much loved as well.
Thank you Sanyoan. I look forward to coming back soon 💖
Couple
Comment: 15 Jul 2023
Stayed in: Jul 2023
The Moor Onsen was very satisfying
We chose to visit Otofuke Town because we were eager to experience the only area in Japan that features "Moor Onsen." Moor hot springs are different in that it gets its contents from reed and other native planets that are deep underground, and gets its high temperature from geothermal heat before making an appearance in the area around Tokachigawa Onsen. Also, once the hot spring makes contact with oxygen, it turns reddish brown in color. Moor hot springs also have a higher concentration of salt compared to the typical Onsen. While I'm not sure about the accuracy of the claims, supposedly the high content of organic matter and humic acid results in abundant natural moisturizing ingredients, which is why it's commonly referred to as "Bijin-no-Yu" (the hot spring for beauty) by locals and in marketing materials. Did I feel 10 years younger after taking a few dips? I doubt it, but the silky smooth feeling of bathing in Moor Onsen leads me to believe that doing it daily would likely have a positive impact on my skin's smoothness, that's for sure. Sanyoan and Seijakubo are the luxury choices among the Moor onsen ryokans, and we flipped a coin and went with the former.
Sanyoan features a "Daiyokujo" (gender segregated open-air communal Onsen bath), although we didn't find anyone when we visited. That's because each of the ryokan's 11 rooms on site comes with its own en-suite Onsen. Only two, however, are of the open-air outdoor variety, including our "Tokubetsu Shitsu" (Special) room named "Haru No Umi" (which means Ocean in Spring.) It's a two-story maisonette-type unit that offers 97m² indoor living space. We knew going in that the room was not going to win any awards for design, and it feels more like a country home than anything (which is somewhat appropriate given its location in Hokkaido), but the first floor was more drab than we anticipated. It consists of a toilet, the main bedroom (with two beds) and a small living room that has a small yellow sofa, a fold-open wooden chair masquerading as a coffee table, and a large TV. The living room in particular felt constricting, mainly due to its small size... we really didn't spend much time downstairs, except when it was time for bed. We were relieved to find the second floor being far more inviting, consisting of a living room, a tatami room, the main washroom (with dual sinks), an indoor shower as well as a massive patio with the gensen kakenagashi (free-flowing and never recirculated) Moor Onsen bath. There was an abundance of natural light and a served as a place that we were able to relax in comfort.
The dining experience takes place in the main restaurant, although there are 3 koshitsu (private rooms) that can be reserved upon request, which is what we did. Hokkaido is known for its wonderful produce, bountiful seafood (made particularly incredible thanks to the cold water and strong ocean currents) and its beef (and milk and cheese), and Sanyoan did a terrific job in representing the best that Hokkaido has to offer. The flavors and presentation were more creative and sophisticated than we expected in such a rural place. A few examples included grated Japanese mountain yam (it turns slimey when grated), along with Bafun Uni (Sea Urchin), okra, radish, wasabi, and flavored with a bonito-based dashi jelly. Bonito is the most prevalent means of making dashi, and turning it into a gelatinous sauce in this dish was genius. Another highlight was the Owan (clear soup) that consisted of Tofu which had Uni (Sea Urchin) inside, along with Zuwai-gani (Red Snow Crab), bitter melon, an aquatic plant called Junsai, Yuzu and Kassuisen, a flat noodle sheet made from ingredients including Japanese Arrowroot powder. The variety of ingredients no doubt aided in the amazing soup broth. Finally, we were impressed with simmered dish that contained fried Yuba (Tofu skin), Marunasu Eggplant and long-cut green onions, flavored with an umami-infused sesame sauce. Breakfast was equally delightful - we were able to choose between Western and Japanese options, and we elected to go with one each. While both were satisfying, we'd definitely elect for the Washoku breakfast when given the choice next time.
Hokkaido is a great choice for those wanting to avoid the searing, mid-summer heat of more notable tourist destinations in the country. And if you're wanting to go for Onsen during this period, it's the best option. After all, bathing in 30+ degree (celsius) heat is not the most pleasant of Onsen experiences. While Noboribetsu and Jozankei are among the more notable Onsen towns, if you're looking for something different, and - because of the Moor Onsen - unique, you can't go wrong with staying at at Tokachigawa Onsen Sanyoan.
Sanyoan features a "Daiyokujo" (gender segregated open-air communal Onsen bath), although we didn't find anyone when we visited. That's because each of the ryokan's 11 rooms on site comes with its own en-suite Onsen. Only two, however, are of the open-air outdoor variety, including our "Tokubetsu Shitsu" (Special) room named "Haru No Umi" (which means Ocean in Spring.) It's a two-story maisonette-type unit that offers 97m² indoor living space. We knew going in that the room was not going to win any awards for design, and it feels more like a country home than anything (which is somewhat appropriate given its location in Hokkaido), but the first floor was more drab than we anticipated. It consists of a toilet, the main bedroom (with two beds) and a small living room that has a small yellow sofa, a fold-open wooden chair masquerading as a coffee table, and a large TV. The living room in particular felt constricting, mainly due to its small size... we really didn't spend much time downstairs, except when it was time for bed. We were relieved to find the second floor being far more inviting, consisting of a living room, a tatami room, the main washroom (with dual sinks), an indoor shower as well as a massive patio with the gensen kakenagashi (free-flowing and never recirculated) Moor Onsen bath. There was an abundance of natural light and a served as a place that we were able to relax in comfort.
The dining experience takes place in the main restaurant, although there are 3 koshitsu (private rooms) that can be reserved upon request, which is what we did. Hokkaido is known for its wonderful produce, bountiful seafood (made particularly incredible thanks to the cold water and strong ocean currents) and its beef (and milk and cheese), and Sanyoan did a terrific job in representing the best that Hokkaido has to offer. The flavors and presentation were more creative and sophisticated than we expected in such a rural place. A few examples included grated Japanese mountain yam (it turns slimey when grated), along with Bafun Uni (Sea Urchin), okra, radish, wasabi, and flavored with a bonito-based dashi jelly. Bonito is the most prevalent means of making dashi, and turning it into a gelatinous sauce in this dish was genius. Another highlight was the Owan (clear soup) that consisted of Tofu which had Uni (Sea Urchin) inside, along with Zuwai-gani (Red Snow Crab), bitter melon, an aquatic plant called Junsai, Yuzu and Kassuisen, a flat noodle sheet made from ingredients including Japanese Arrowroot powder. The variety of ingredients no doubt aided in the amazing soup broth. Finally, we were impressed with simmered dish that contained fried Yuba (Tofu skin), Marunasu Eggplant and long-cut green onions, flavored with an umami-infused sesame sauce. Breakfast was equally delightful - we were able to choose between Western and Japanese options, and we elected to go with one each. While both were satisfying, we'd definitely elect for the Washoku breakfast when given the choice next time.
Hokkaido is a great choice for those wanting to avoid the searing, mid-summer heat of more notable tourist destinations in the country. And if you're wanting to go for Onsen during this period, it's the best option. After all, bathing in 30+ degree (celsius) heat is not the most pleasant of Onsen experiences. While Noboribetsu and Jozankei are among the more notable Onsen towns, if you're looking for something different, and - because of the Moor Onsen - unique, you can't go wrong with staying at at Tokachigawa Onsen Sanyoan.
Other
Comment: 12 Mar 2020
Stayed in: Jan 2020
Intimate ryokan
Tiny 10-room establishment that is best thought of as an annex to the Daiichi next door; you can use the bigger brother's facilities, such as the onsen, but not vice versa.
We booked the entry-level room, #256, a 'mountain-facing' 40m2 western-style twin bedder with an outdoor terrace. I thought I should share more about the room, since there's not much info otherwise about them, here and on the website.
Although the room is in the lead-in category, it's spacious, with a separate living area, and a bathroom with separate toilet, sink and shower/bath zones. The bathroom contains a lovely cypress bath, which fills (quite rapidly I might add) with the moor spring water the area is famous for (and not just heated tap water).
It feels as if the 40m2 does not include the outdoor terrace space. Speaking of which, although the website says that the terrace is unavailable during winter, fact is that the door remains unlocked, and we were told that we could go outside to smoke if we wished.
There's an aroma therapy burner and a CD player and you could borrow discs from the lobby.
A few things to nitpick about the room. There are no power sockets near the bed at all. Keeping your phone charged or near your bed: pick one or the other. There's also not much of a view from the terrace. It overlooks the carpark, and beyond that, the main road and some farmland. I believe the rooms on the other side of the corridor would get the lovely views of the garden.
Service was pretty good. A few things stood out: we had to leave the hotel early after our second (and last) night, but breakfast starts only at 7:30. We emailed ahead to ask if we could eat earlier, but they apologetically couldn't oblige. They did, however, arrange for us to have the buffet breakfast at the Daiichi next door, which starts at 6:45.
The lady who tended the bar was also very friendly and engaging, and taught us how to solve the various puzzles they had provided as amusements for guests. Preprandial drinks are free. Finally, the concierge helped us take care of some restaurant bookings, even though they were for outside of our stay.
What wasn't that great: nobody was watching the entrance, so when we arrived by car, we had already unloaded all our bags before someone noticed and came out to help.
During the Sairinka festival, there's a shuttle bus, shared among various hotels, that leaves from the driveway of the Daiichi at roughly 20:00, with two return journeys at 20:30 and 21:00, if I recall correctly.
Sanyoan comes at quite a premium over its sister establishment, and while I liked the intimacy of Sanyoan and otherwise enjoyed my stay, I am not sure if I wouldn't pick the Daiichi the next time I come to Tokachigawa Onsen.
We booked the entry-level room, #256, a 'mountain-facing' 40m2 western-style twin bedder with an outdoor terrace. I thought I should share more about the room, since there's not much info otherwise about them, here and on the website.
Although the room is in the lead-in category, it's spacious, with a separate living area, and a bathroom with separate toilet, sink and shower/bath zones. The bathroom contains a lovely cypress bath, which fills (quite rapidly I might add) with the moor spring water the area is famous for (and not just heated tap water).
It feels as if the 40m2 does not include the outdoor terrace space. Speaking of which, although the website says that the terrace is unavailable during winter, fact is that the door remains unlocked, and we were told that we could go outside to smoke if we wished.
There's an aroma therapy burner and a CD player and you could borrow discs from the lobby.
A few things to nitpick about the room. There are no power sockets near the bed at all. Keeping your phone charged or near your bed: pick one or the other. There's also not much of a view from the terrace. It overlooks the carpark, and beyond that, the main road and some farmland. I believe the rooms on the other side of the corridor would get the lovely views of the garden.
Service was pretty good. A few things stood out: we had to leave the hotel early after our second (and last) night, but breakfast starts only at 7:30. We emailed ahead to ask if we could eat earlier, but they apologetically couldn't oblige. They did, however, arrange for us to have the buffet breakfast at the Daiichi next door, which starts at 6:45.
The lady who tended the bar was also very friendly and engaging, and taught us how to solve the various puzzles they had provided as amusements for guests. Preprandial drinks are free. Finally, the concierge helped us take care of some restaurant bookings, even though they were for outside of our stay.
What wasn't that great: nobody was watching the entrance, so when we arrived by car, we had already unloaded all our bags before someone noticed and came out to help.
During the Sairinka festival, there's a shuttle bus, shared among various hotels, that leaves from the driveway of the Daiichi at roughly 20:00, with two return journeys at 20:30 and 21:00, if I recall correctly.
Sanyoan comes at quite a premium over its sister establishment, and while I liked the intimacy of Sanyoan and otherwise enjoyed my stay, I am not sure if I wouldn't pick the Daiichi the next time I come to Tokachigawa Onsen.
Family traveller
Comment: 12 Nov 2018
Stayed in: Nov 2018
A perfect 24 hours
Blessed with crisp blue skies, we had a marvelous time. I don’t profess to be an onsen expert, but here’s what made this place memorable for me:
- The huge lawn at the back of the hotel where we relaxed in the morning sun. Leaves were turning autumnal red and a squirrel was scampering in between the trees.
- The small onsen in the hotel (which has both indoor and outdoor areas) and the much larger public onsen (again both indoors and outdoors) that is located in a larger hotel interconnected by an indoor walkway. It’s a marvel of Japanese etiquette that the sharing of these facilities works so smoothly.
- The complimentary afternoon drinks at the bar overlooking the lawn.
- The size of the rooms which have their own decently sized hot tub.
- The 11 am checkout. Some places have a 10 am checkout policy which brings an end to the onsen experience all too soon.
So, how to get here? It’s a fifteen minute taxi ride from Obihiro JR station which is in turn a 2 hour 45 minute train journey from Sapporo JR station.
And what’s the damage? JPY80,000 for two persons sharing one room. Our large room (251) overlooked the lawn and we couldn’t have asked for much more. It sounds a lot but you get a lot - including a super omakase dinner and buffet breakfast.
- The huge lawn at the back of the hotel where we relaxed in the morning sun. Leaves were turning autumnal red and a squirrel was scampering in between the trees.
- The small onsen in the hotel (which has both indoor and outdoor areas) and the much larger public onsen (again both indoors and outdoors) that is located in a larger hotel interconnected by an indoor walkway. It’s a marvel of Japanese etiquette that the sharing of these facilities works so smoothly.
- The complimentary afternoon drinks at the bar overlooking the lawn.
- The size of the rooms which have their own decently sized hot tub.
- The 11 am checkout. Some places have a 10 am checkout policy which brings an end to the onsen experience all too soon.
So, how to get here? It’s a fifteen minute taxi ride from Obihiro JR station which is in turn a 2 hour 45 minute train journey from Sapporo JR station.
And what’s the damage? JPY80,000 for two persons sharing one room. Our large room (251) overlooked the lawn and we couldn’t have asked for much more. It sounds a lot but you get a lot - including a super omakase dinner and buffet breakfast.
Couple
TH
Comment: 12 Aug 2018
Stayed in: Aug 2018
Peaceful and nice garden view hotel
We spent 1 night in the room 252 that has a very peaceful and beautiful garden view with private onsen. The room also decorated nicely. This hotel is connect to the Daiichi Takachigawa onsen that is very big and have very big public onsen and nice bridge view. We like the Kaiseki dinner in this hotel very much.
Location
13 Chome Tokachigawaonsenminami, Kato District, Otofuke, 080-0263, Hokkaido, Japan|10.52 km from city centre
Check in and check out
Check in from:
15:00
Check out before:
11:00
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Pets not allowed
In Hokkaido, accommodation tax collection began on April 1, 2026. Additionally, individual municipalities within Hokkaido may impose their own accommodation tax separately from the Hokkaido accommodation tax. The accommodation tax may be included in the room rate or may need to be paid separately on-site. For further details, please contact the hotel directly.
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