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Taste a selection of sakes produced locally in the Hyōgo prefecture and discover their unique characteristics. Symbol of the Japanese art of living, this legendary alcoholic beverage earned its prestige in the 8th century. Here it will reveal its many mysteries to you, including the sacred art behind its fermentation as well as the manner in which this delicate nectar obtains its round acidity and enchanting fragrances. A true sensorial journey awaits you...

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Our traditional kaiseki features a rich selection of Tajima cuisine such as Tajima beef, Matsuba crab and Konotori rice. Kinosaki Onsen is blessed with four very distinct seasons and my goal is always to reflect this diversity.

Nishimuraya Honkan Restaurant

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Enjoy an extraordinary experience luxuriating in a bath in a private hot spring. Situated in the open air with a wonderful view of the vast mountain forest all around, the hot springs show themselves to be the ideal setting for pampering. You will receive soothing aroma massages and treatments from experts with remarkable dexterity.

Aroma treatments and massages at a private hot spring

Private onsen (hot spring) spas and aroma therapy relaxation & massage facility located at sister property of Nishimuraya Honkan, a short distance away.

Relaxation Salon Fuka & Private Onsen Spa

Located in Kinosaki Onsen, a town famous for its hot springs, Nishimuraya Honkan is an archetypal Japanese inn committed to offering its visitors an authentic ambience and traditional experience of the country’s hospitality.

To preserve the spring sources in the area, the hotel encourages guests to visit the town’s historic public hot-spring baths, which offer an experience of traditional Japanese bathing culture and a convivial ambience. Nishimuraya Honkan is an active member of the Kinosaki Ryokan Association: a union formed by a network of local hotels committed to working together to preserve the town's authentic nature, while still ensuring it can offer exemplary hospitality.

Tatami mat floors, sliding paper window doors, wooden terraces... Welcome to an authentic ryokan whose traditions have carried on for seven generations. Many of the rooms look out to a lush Japanese garden and its surroundings where Japanese pines and a variety of plants and trees, shade the moss covered statues and ponds. The experience would not be complete without enjoying the hot spring baths set in a grove of bamboo and the traditional kaiseki meals, whose small dishes rival in delicacy and offer the opportunity to taste Matsuba crab (seasonal) and Tajima beef.

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Go on an exciting guided visit of Nishimuraya Honkan, a true part of Japan’s cultural heritage. Afterwards, explore the historic Hiratakan annex building renowned for its Sukiya-style architecture. Built with natural materials, it is a gracefully refined living space reminiscent of a Japanese tea house. Finally, go behind the scenes at the ryokan to discover its day-to-day operations. (Prior reservation required)

Historic ryokan visit

This 9-day trip crosses the province of Kansai from south to north, from the Seto Inland Sea to the shores of the Sea of Japan. From impressive Osaka to discreet Toyooka, via sublime Kyoto, expect to dive into the historical and cultural heart of the archipelago. <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/destinations/routes-du-bonheur/on-the-kansai-roads" target="_new">See the itinerary</a>

Itinerary - On the Kansai roads

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Akihito Okuda

Etsunobu Takahashi

Traditional Room

Hatsune Room with Open-Air Bath

Asuka Room with Open-Air Bath

Traditional Superior Room with Garden View

Sakura Room with Open-Air Bath

Horai Suite Room with Open-Air Bath

Western & Japanese with Garden View

Yamabuki Room with Garden View

Botan Suite Room with Open-Air Bath

Ginsen Suite Room

Kangetsu Suite Room with Open-Air Bath

Kumoi Suite Room with Open-Air Bath

Matsu Suite Room with Garden View

Honjin Suite Room with Open-Air Bath

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