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Fast facts
Check in from: | 15:00 |
|---|---|
Check out before: | 10:00 |
Pets | Pets not allowed |
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
Spa
Front desk 24 hour
Non-smoking
More about Hanaichi
Hanaichi
Situated in Tsumagoi, Hanaichi offers accommodation with seating area. Each accommodation at the 4-star ryokan has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot spring bath and spa facilities.
Reviews from 
Family traveller
Comment: 16 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Aug 2024
Inn where you can meet the cat
Very quiet inn with a view of Mt. Asama
The atmosphere.
In addition, there is a sense of cleanliness in the room and the facility
It's very soothing.
The bath in your room is also fresh from the source
I'm very happy to put it in there for 24 hours.
In addition, meals are also arranged in a menu
I enjoyed it deliciously.
Cats also welcome us.
The atmosphere.
In addition, there is a sense of cleanliness in the room and the facility
It's very soothing.
The bath in your room is also fresh from the source
I'm very happy to put it in there for 24 hours.
In addition, meals are also arranged in a menu
I enjoyed it deliciously.
Cats also welcome us.
Couple
Comment: 9 Jun 2025
Stayed in: Oct 2024
Charming, family-run operation in Gunma Prefecture
Hanaichi is a small ryokan is quite remote and is best accessed by car. Although I had never heard of Hanaichi, upon doing some research I found that it gets top marks for its service, Onsen and food, so we decided to check it out.
Arriving at the ryokan is not particularly wow-inducing; it's on the side of a road and does not scream "luxury" looking at it from the outside. The reception area is much the same - it looks more like a rural country home with a mishmash of furnishings and decorations that suit the owner's preference rather than a cohesive design approach. It's not bad, mind you, but not exactly elegant. There isn't much in the way of property grounds to speak of, but at least there is a common lounge area and several private rental Onsen baths on site, so you're not stuck in your room the entire time.
The 7-room ryokan was founded in 2002 by the current owner and his wife, who both decided to open a ryokan only after drilling over 1000 meters below ground and hitting the Onsen jackpot. As a result, the Onsen is straight from the source, directly below the property, and it is top notch quality with no filtration system necessary due to the constant stream of hot springs that feed into each bath. This is part of the reason that - in spite of each room having its own private Onsen, Hanaichi also has 3 additional private baths that are available 24 hours a day and on a first-come, first served basis for paid guests at the ryokan.
We booked the "Tsukishi" room, which is a 75m² junior suite-style accommodation that features two beds, a living room, a dining table with two chairs, a snakk sitting area with a "Kotatsu" (a heated coffee table that keeps your feet toasty), a patio and a small area that is meant to be a work area. The Onsen is not open-air, although you can open the windows to let in some fresh air if you so desire. From the patio, you do get a bit of a view of Mt. Asama (Tsumagoi is located on the opposite side of the mountain from Karuizawa) although the ubiquitous power lines and a cookie-cutter white building detracts from the ambiance. One of the benefits of staying in Tsukishi is the option for guests to have meals served in their room for 2000 yen extra, but we didn't feel the atmosphere was particularly appealing, so we decided to dine in one of the semi-private rooms at the main restaurant.
The executive chef is the son of the owner, and he did a pretty good job with the food offerings. I remember it being pretty good, but not particularly memorable. Mrs. KI-NRT, however seems to recall the meals being excellent, even if she had a hard time remembering specific dishes. Everything was elegantly presented, and Hanaichi's kitchen staff did a competent job of bringing out the best of the local fish, meat and produce. Nothing was super fancy - among the offerings were salt-grilled Iwana (White-spotted Char), White Onion Spring Rolls, Joshu Beef steak (Joshu was the name of the province that currently is known as Gunma) as well as Tuna, Sweet Shrimp and Trout sashimi. Breakfast was quite impressive - there was a wide variety of unique dishes and didn't feel at all wanting before departing the property.
Everyone from the room attendant to the owners to the young head chef were professional and courteous, and do a great job of making each guest feel at home. We definitely felt comfortable at Hanaichi - it's not the type of place that will make you feel intimidated like you might upon first entering storied and glamorous ryokans like Tawaraya or Asaba.
While it's not the most accessible property that you'll find, it's not far from the gorgeous Mt. Asama and is a mere 20 minutes from Onioshidashi Volcanic Park, 45 minutes from Karuizawa, and 40 minutes from Kusatsu Onsen, so there is a possibility that Hanaichi might fit the bill as a stop on the way to (or from) one of these places. Hanaichi is not, however, a destination ryokan.
Arriving at the ryokan is not particularly wow-inducing; it's on the side of a road and does not scream "luxury" looking at it from the outside. The reception area is much the same - it looks more like a rural country home with a mishmash of furnishings and decorations that suit the owner's preference rather than a cohesive design approach. It's not bad, mind you, but not exactly elegant. There isn't much in the way of property grounds to speak of, but at least there is a common lounge area and several private rental Onsen baths on site, so you're not stuck in your room the entire time.
The 7-room ryokan was founded in 2002 by the current owner and his wife, who both decided to open a ryokan only after drilling over 1000 meters below ground and hitting the Onsen jackpot. As a result, the Onsen is straight from the source, directly below the property, and it is top notch quality with no filtration system necessary due to the constant stream of hot springs that feed into each bath. This is part of the reason that - in spite of each room having its own private Onsen, Hanaichi also has 3 additional private baths that are available 24 hours a day and on a first-come, first served basis for paid guests at the ryokan.
We booked the "Tsukishi" room, which is a 75m² junior suite-style accommodation that features two beds, a living room, a dining table with two chairs, a snakk sitting area with a "Kotatsu" (a heated coffee table that keeps your feet toasty), a patio and a small area that is meant to be a work area. The Onsen is not open-air, although you can open the windows to let in some fresh air if you so desire. From the patio, you do get a bit of a view of Mt. Asama (Tsumagoi is located on the opposite side of the mountain from Karuizawa) although the ubiquitous power lines and a cookie-cutter white building detracts from the ambiance. One of the benefits of staying in Tsukishi is the option for guests to have meals served in their room for 2000 yen extra, but we didn't feel the atmosphere was particularly appealing, so we decided to dine in one of the semi-private rooms at the main restaurant.
The executive chef is the son of the owner, and he did a pretty good job with the food offerings. I remember it being pretty good, but not particularly memorable. Mrs. KI-NRT, however seems to recall the meals being excellent, even if she had a hard time remembering specific dishes. Everything was elegantly presented, and Hanaichi's kitchen staff did a competent job of bringing out the best of the local fish, meat and produce. Nothing was super fancy - among the offerings were salt-grilled Iwana (White-spotted Char), White Onion Spring Rolls, Joshu Beef steak (Joshu was the name of the province that currently is known as Gunma) as well as Tuna, Sweet Shrimp and Trout sashimi. Breakfast was quite impressive - there was a wide variety of unique dishes and didn't feel at all wanting before departing the property.
Everyone from the room attendant to the owners to the young head chef were professional and courteous, and do a great job of making each guest feel at home. We definitely felt comfortable at Hanaichi - it's not the type of place that will make you feel intimidated like you might upon first entering storied and glamorous ryokans like Tawaraya or Asaba.
While it's not the most accessible property that you'll find, it's not far from the gorgeous Mt. Asama and is a mere 20 minutes from Onioshidashi Volcanic Park, 45 minutes from Karuizawa, and 40 minutes from Kusatsu Onsen, so there is a possibility that Hanaichi might fit the bill as a stop on the way to (or from) one of these places. Hanaichi is not, however, a destination ryokan.
Other
Comment: 3 Feb 2020
Stayed in: Jan 2020
Highly recommend this hotel! 奥嬬恋温泉 干川旅館 花いち
I found this hotel on the internet while I stay at another luxury hotel at Kusatsu, Agatsuma District. I booked it immediately and be there the next day!
This hotel is only good if you drive a car here since this hotel located nowhere. Ther e is no place for you to walk around and see!
Other than traffic and location, this is absolutely a very good hotel! The build quality is very high!
Good spa
Hotted floor wood
Good electrical massage chair
Room space is good
The hotel is very clean!
Food is excellent with quality compete with Tokyo city!
The hoster is very kind!
I will say this is definitely one of the luxury hotels I will like to visit again!
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在關東地區旅遊，說到溫泉名勝，大家會想到哪裡呢？距離東京車程3個小時，連續12年被《日本溫泉100選》評鑑為第一名的超級名泉「草津溫泉」，今天「樂吃購！日本」就要介紹給你知道啦！草津溫泉究竟有何魅力，不如跟著記者一起走一遭吧！
在關東地區旅遊，說到溫泉名勝，大家會想到哪裡呢？距離東京車程3個小時，連續12年被《日本溫泉100選》評鑑為第一名的超級名泉「草津溫泉」，今天「樂吃購！日本」就要介紹給你知道啦！草津溫泉究竟有何魅力，不如跟著記者一起走一遭吧！
This hotel is only good if you drive a car here since this hotel located nowhere. Ther e is no place for you to walk around and see!
Other than traffic and location, this is absolutely a very good hotel! The build quality is very high!
Good spa
Hotted floor wood
Good electrical massage chair
Room space is good
The hotel is very clean!
Food is excellent with quality compete with Tokyo city!
The hoster is very kind!
I will say this is definitely one of the luxury hotels I will like to visit again!
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在關東地區旅遊，說到溫泉名勝，大家會想到哪裡呢？距離東京車程3個小時，連續12年被《日本溫泉100選》評鑑為第一名的超級名泉「草津溫泉」，今天「樂吃購！日本」就要介紹給你知道啦！草津溫泉究竟有何魅力，不如跟著記者一起走一遭吧！
在關東地區旅遊，說到溫泉名勝，大家會想到哪裡呢？距離東京車程3個小時，連續12年被《日本溫泉100選》評鑑為第一名的超級名泉「草津溫泉」，今天「樂吃購！日本」就要介紹給你知道啦！草津溫泉究竟有何魅力，不如跟著記者一起走一遭吧！
在關東地區旅遊，說到溫泉名勝，大家會想到哪裡呢？距離東京車程3個小時，連續12年被《日本溫泉100選》評鑑為第一名的超級名泉「草津溫泉」，今天「樂吃購！日本」就要介紹給你知道啦！草津溫泉究竟有何魅力，不如跟著記者一起走一遭吧！
Couple
Comment: 31 Oct 2018
Stayed in: Oct 2018
Superb.
I did not know what to expect from this property as there were not many reviews to guide us. We are travelling around Japan for seven weeks staying in three, four and five star ryokans and hotels. Staying at Hanaichi has been one of our two best experiences so far. The food is equal to the best -up until now there was one stand out above all the others but Hanaichi's food equals it, which I thought would be impossible. The table ware, the flavours and the sophistication and delicacy of the dinners were all wonderful. There is so much attention to detail in this ryokan. Flowers in our room, a private onsen, beautiful products for women and men to use, a fireplace and free coffee area, lovely warm host... I wish we were staying longer and I want to return.
Family traveller
JP
Comment: 12 Jul 2015
Stayed in: Aug 2014
One of the best RYOKAN in Japan
Hanaichi is one of the best RYOKAN in Japan. It is in Tsumakoi, Gunma prefecture. Tsumakoi is famous for cool weather and skiing. You can enjoy 4 seasons there. Spring for blossoms, summer for cool weather, fall for beautiful color of leaves, winter for skiing.
Hanaichi is excellent ryokan. First, it has very good hot spring. Some special rooms has hot spring inside room ! Dinner and Breakfast is quite sophisticated dishes, as you can see official pages. Most of all, Owner of this ryokan is very friendly and virtuous gentleman, and charming wife. You will see the essence of hospitality in Japan, even if there is language barrier.
If you have some interest in regional ryokan in Japan, I definitely recommend Hanaichi.
Hanaichi is excellent ryokan. First, it has very good hot spring. Some special rooms has hot spring inside room ! Dinner and Breakfast is quite sophisticated dishes, as you can see official pages. Most of all, Owner of this ryokan is very friendly and virtuous gentleman, and charming wife. You will see the essence of hospitality in Japan, even if there is language barrier.
If you have some interest in regional ryokan in Japan, I definitely recommend Hanaichi.
Location
386 Hoshimata, Agatsuma District, 377-1611, Kantō, Japan
Check in and check out
Check in from:
15:00
Check out before:
10:00
Good to know
Pets not allowed
Children require an extra bed to sleep in the room.
Please contact the hotel for details about adding extra beds.
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