On August 16, 2023, my wife, three sons, and I stayed at Jozankei Onsen for one night with two meals included. As all accommodations in Hokkaido during the post-COVID period were expensive, we decided to splurge and booked this luxurious inn. It was a fantastic escape from reality. Our room was a spacious 47㎡ Deluxe Japanese-Western room with a view of the valley outside. The room had Yogibo and a reclining chair, which delighted both my wife and sons. The hot spring was small but cozy, with a slight smell of chlorine, but we were able to enjoy it comfortably without sharing it with other guests, almost like having a private bath. The meals were served in a dining area and consisted of a Japanese-Western fusion kaiseki course. The dishes were beautifully presented and delicious, with a variety of seafood and meat options. The breakfast was also served in the same area, with a refreshing morning view through the large windows. The food was plentiful, and we ended up having multiple helpings of rice. My wife and sons were very pleased, and we were able to create wonderful memories.

It was my second stay in four years. This time, I went alone to relax. First, I checked in and then went to a nearby hotel's sauna for a day trip bath. Since this bathhouse doesn't have a sauna, I made sure to sweat well before enjoying a delicious meal... I was impressed by the food last time, and this time I was able to enjoy it deliciously as well. It was a weekday before the Obon holiday, so there were only a few guests, including three solo travelers and two couples, allowing us to enjoy our meal quietly. I enjoyed beer, sake, shochu, and other drinks to accompany the food. I even enjoyed the dessert plate at the end. For breakfast, there was a miso soup with plenty of ingredients, and a grill where you could warm up grilled fish and other dishes, which made me happy. Since check-out was at 11 am, I was able to relax by taking two baths before and after eating. In the morning, there was a small outdoor bath for men and women to switch, and the temperature of the hot spring was very pleasant. It was a very satisfying trip.

For breakfast at Shikishima Jozankei Villa, I thought it might be a Western-style breakfast, but it turned out to be a Japanese-style breakfast. Milk, tea, and coffee were complimentary. The regular Japanese set meal included rice with one refill, miso soup, and a small pot. Even though it was a simple breakfast, my mood somehow lifted. Enjoying breakfast while basking in the morning sun.

First visit, Jozankei is known as Sapporo's hidden gem, a convenient hot spring resort nearby. This time, I stayed at a cozy inn along the river. The meal included a colorful assortment of vegetables for the appetizer, sashimi, grilled fish (yellowtail and prawn), wagyu beef teppanyaki, shark fin chawanmushi, seafood kamameshi, clear soup, and dessert. Overall, it was a decent experience, the appetizer was good, but something was lacking. It felt like a nice inn, but...

The amount shown is the accommodation fee. The abalone from the morning is lovely♡, along with sumire nabe, squid sashimi, grilled dishes, simmered dishes, various side dishes, salad, dessert. I couldn't help but indulge in the luxurious and delicious Japanese meal. The dinner set is also "cool" when served at night. Thank you for the feast.

The day before, we went to bed at 9:00 PM. In the morning, we woke up at 6:00 AM to find it was raining outside. Despite the rain, the wet trees outside the window looked beautiful. For breakfast, we had the option to choose from 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, or 8:30 AM, and we chose 7:30 AM. We were the first ones there and were seated at the same table as the day before. A traditional Japanese breakfast set was served on the table, with a variety of small dishes that made us exclaim in amazement. In addition to the set meal, there was also a buffet with salad, drinks, two types of fruits, yogurt, natto, and eggs. We thought we wouldn't be able to finish it all, but we kept eating and ended up enjoying every bite. We finished with orange juice. It was a truly happy experience. We spent about 40 minutes for breakfast. After breakfast, we enjoyed the hot spring, which was equally anticipated. On the first day, the women's bath was a cypress bath with four shower stalls. There was a milky hot spring and a shallow, lukewarm jacuzzi. The next day, the women's bath was a rock bath with three shower stalls. There was an indoor hot spring and an outdoor bath separated by a door and a half-opened curtain. The basket provided for bringing towels from the room was cute and convenient. We spent a total of 18 hours at the inn and paid around 50,000 yen for two people. On our way back, we took the Kappa Liner bus departing at 10:32 AM to Sapporo. The rain had stopped while we were waiting for the bus, so we didn't need an umbrella. You can board the bus without a reservation, but it may be full at times. It is recommended to make a reservation online or by phone before 5:00 PM the day before. Payment was made with a Sapica card and an elderly card. We were both very satisfied with our short trip to Jozankei, which is only an hour away from Sapporo.

From Sapporo Station, it takes about 1 hour by the Jotetsu bus "Kappa Liner" to reach the destination at Teineikyo Ohashi. It's supposed to be a 5-minute walk from there, but finding this inn was quite challenging. Despite being in the town of Teineikyo, it felt like a hidden gem. After walking on acorns, we finally arrived at the entrance of the inn. Going down the stairs, we reached a building with a mysterious structure. It was a small inn with only 10 rooms, and we had booked a room named "Shizunai" with a river view through Jalan net based on Marijenne's review. It was a leisurely hot spring trip for my mother and me. We checked in at 3:30 pm. The room was located opposite the front desk, with a river view. For dinner, we had a creative kaiseki meal in the dining room. We chose the 6:00 pm seating and were seated by the window overlooking the river. When we saw "Shark Fin" on the menu, we were both excited. For drinks, my mother had ginger ale for 500 yen, and I had a draft Ebisu beer for 900 yen. Cheers! The menu included: - Seasonal vegetable appetizer - Assorted sashimi - Grilled Kinmedai and prawns - Mitsuishi beef sirloin (A5 rank) teppanyaki - Shark fin chawanmushi - Snow crab, scallop, and mushroom kamameshi - Clear soup with Hidaka seaweed and grilled maiko mushroom - Pickled eggplant and yam shiso pickles - Creme de Vouille dessert The ingredients were fresh, the presentation was beautiful, and we couldn't help but exclaim in delight with each dish. The appetizer and sashimi were so beautiful that they captured our hearts from the start. The delicious food and drinks kept coming, and we even ordered an additional 2,000-year-old dream (sweet potato shochu) with water for 900 yen. When the kamameshi and shark fin chawanmushi set meal arrived, we thought it was too much, but before we knew it, it disappeared from our plates. After a satisfying two hours, during which we finished everything, we both felt content. There were only 9 other groups in the restaurant, so maybe one room was vacant. After eating and soaking in the hot spring, we returned to our room and were overcome by drowsiness. We went to bed at 9:00 pm.

A hot spring inn limited to 10 groups per day. Grand opening on 4/25/2019 in the lush green season. The building is surrounded by greenery along the river, exuding a luxurious yet mysterious hidden retreat vibe. You enter through a small entrance leading underground from the parking lot, where you are greeted and guided to the front desk. The former newspaper office has been renovated into a simple modern style, with a very quiet atmosphere inside. There are 10 rooms, each varying in size, and a separate suite building nearing completion when visited. The rooms still have a new construction scent, with simple and minimalistic decor. Instead of sofas, colorful yoga sofas (Yoibo) are provided for lounging. Currently, there is no lounge or bar in the facility. The large communal baths are made of cypress and rocks, with separate sections for men and women, featuring a cloudy glass wall with a river view. One side is a semi-open-air bath with wooden lattice, allowing you to feel the refreshing outdoor air. The hot spring water is low alkaline and neutral, with a slippery texture. Both dinner and breakfast are served in a soft white and wooden space, offering a slightly Western-style meal with local ingredients. The dinner menu includes KinKi, Mitsui beef A5, shark fin, crab, and more, all beautifully presented and creatively seasoned. The pace of service and customer interaction is very natural. The breakfast is a Japanese set meal with grilled fish, simmered dishes, and plenty of side dishes to accompany the piping hot miso soup in a pot. Dessert is also included, with the option for rice and fresh juice refills. This inn is perfect for relaxing and rejuvenating with delicious food and hot springs in a quiet and cozy setting.

The price of 25,000 yen for one night with two meals was quite cheap. The room had a poor view, but the food for dinner and breakfast was amazing! I was very satisfied. Thank you for the feast.