This urban ryokan is in a quiet (yet vibrant and fun) neighborhood and was also constructed to provide peace and quiet to those staying there. Our room was completely silent from any noise from other guests or people/traffic outside. The onsen was well appointed: both men's and women's area had a large indoor pool and a smaller outdoor pool. The women's had a steam sauna with an aroma mist, and the men's had a dry sauna. Towels and amenities are in the onsen so didn't have to bring your room towel. Perhaps the ryokan was not as busy while were there, but I never encountered more than a few people in the onsen at any time, which was wonderful. The yukata were comfortable, as were the beds. Our room was not the smallest, and we appreciated having a door that separated the sleeping area from the bathing/toilet/entryway area. We had a breakfast and a dinner at the restaurant, and, while the food was sophisticated and well-prepared, it wasn't particularly inspiring. The seasoning was very subtle, to the point of being rather forgettable. Perhaps we are unfairly comparing it to Kyoto's kaiseki cuisine, which is always stunning.
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