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Ryokan

Kira Onsen Highland Inn Kotobukiso

Sekikawa Village, Niigata, Japan
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A highly-rated property where you can fully enjoy the delicious flavors of Niigata.

Guest review score

Exceptional
Reviews: 32
4.8

Access

Echigo-Shimoseki Station
5 min drive
Echigo-Katakai Station
11 min drive
Echigo-Oshima Station
14 min drive

Property facilities

  • Parking lot
  • Lounge
  • Shop
  • Banquet hall
  • BBQ
  • Karaoke room

Explore our rooms and plans

Price (low to high)
2 room types
Random Room
[Sonoou] A traditional Japanese-style room with traditional chests and accessories is sure to make you feel at home.
■ [Guest room example: Sakura no Ma (14 tatami mats)] A large Japanese-style room that can accommodate up to six people.
No smoking
Mountain view
Max 5 adults / 4 children
  • ■ [Women's bath] Water drawn from a private well, straight from the source
    Only 4 rooms left!
    Free cancellation until Feb 02
    No meal
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    $96.68
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    [Room Only]Relax in a 100% natural hot spring A casual plan for a relaxed stay [Room only]

    Free cancellation until 2/2/2026 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    ∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴ [It's a room-only plan, but... since you've come all the way to Echigo Sekikawa Why not stay at a serene inn with hot springs! ' ∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴∵∴ Whether you're here for work or play, enjoy your time without worrying about the clock. Last check-in is OK until 10pm! ! Recommended for Room Only Plans ・Enjoy sightseeing actively without worrying about dinner time! ・After an active day of sightseeing, sleep in until just before check-out... zzz ・Travel means enjoying some drinks! Even if you drink too much, wake up slowly and feel refreshed A nostalgic and cozy highland inn, Jusso Our inn is a hot spring ryokan situated in a nature-rich area along Route 113, embraced by the foothills of Mount Iide. Since its founding in Showa 35, we have operated as a healing inn for travelers and locals under the motto 'Come as if returning home.' Relax as if you’ve returned to your own home, stretch out your limbs, and unwind in the abundant hot springs. Natural Hot Spring Flow The hot spring at Kotobuki-so is a natural hot spring flow. You can enjoy the hot spring at your leisure while gazing at the garden from either the men's or women's bath. Our bathhouse features a unique bath situated in the center of the bathroom unlike any other. About Yunohana Onsen Previously, granite was commonly seen in this area. The white, glittering crystals within the granite are called 'mica.' Bathed in the morning sunlight, the sparkling appearance is also referred to as 'Kirara,' and this 'Kirara' shortened to 'Kira,' is said to be the origin of the current place name. Guest Rooms All guest rooms in our inn are uniquely designed traditional Japanese-style rooms. Experience the charm of Japan. The room does not come with a bath or toilet. [Nearby Facilities] ・Watanabe Residence [Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property] About 5 minutes by car from our inn ・Tokeien [Village-Designated Cultural Property] About 5 minutes by car from our inn ・Sekikawa Village [Sekikawa History and Road Museum] About 5 minutes by car from our inn

    $96.68
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Room only
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    2/2/2026 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    20%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 10/1/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 4/1/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

  • ■ [Women's bath] Water drawn from a private well, straight from the source
    Only 4 rooms left!
    Free cancellation until Feb 02
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    $130.17
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    <Breakfast Included> Breakfast is the energy for the day! Recharge with Koshihik [Breakfast]

    Free cancellation until 2/2/2026 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    ・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・ 'The source of energy for the day is... breakfast!' ' If you don't eat breakfast, you won't have the strength to play or work! ' Now, let's eat well today and set off. (* ́ '*) Whether you're here for work or play, enjoy your time without worrying about the clock. Last check-in is OK until 10pm! ! A nostalgic and cozy highland inn, Jusso Our inn is a hot spring ryokan situated in a nature-rich area along Route 113, embraced by the foothills of Mount Iide. Since its founding in Showa 35, we have operated as a healing inn for travelers and locals under the motto 'Come as if returning home.' Stretch out your arms and legs as if you're back home, and relax with our fully handmade dishes and abundant hot springs. Breakfast 8:00~ Breakfast provides the energy for the day. We offer a well-balanced breakfast menu. Please enjoy the Koshihikari rice from the mountain village. If you wish to have breakfast before 8:00, please consult with us in advance. We regret to inform you that we cannot accommodate guests with food allergies. We appreciate your understanding. If you have any concerns, please contact us directly by phone. Our special rice at Juso Our inn's rice is directly sourced from contracted farmers. We offer Iwafune-grown Koshihikari rice, cultivated in fertile soil and with the clean water of the Arakawa stream. The pride of Niigata, a renowned rice-producing region, receives great acclaim from our guests. Natural Hot Spring Flow The hot spring at Kotobuki-so is a natural hot spring flow. You can enjoy the hot spring at your leisure while gazing at the garden from either the men's or women's bath. Our bathhouse features a unique bath situated in the center of the bathroom unlike any other. Guest Rooms All guest rooms in our inn are uniquely designed traditional Japanese-style rooms. Experience the charm of Japan. The room does not come with a bath or toilet. [Nearby Facilities] ・Watanabe Residence [Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property] About 5 minutes by car from our inn ・Tokeien [Village-Designated Cultural Property] About 5 minutes by car from our inn ・Sekikawa Village [Sekikawa History and Road Museum] About 5 minutes by car from our inn

    $130.17
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    2/2/2026 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    20%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 10/1/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 4/1/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

Room details

Japanese room, Mountain view, River view, Non-smoking ([12-15 tatami] 2-5 people)

No smoking
Mountain view
Max 5 adults / 4 children
■ [Guest room example: Yuri no Ma (10 tatami mats)] This room has a gentle atmosphere with sliding doors and wallpaper in the tokonoma alcove.
No smoking
Mountain view
Max 4 adults / 3 children
  • ■ [Women's bath] Water drawn from a private well, straight from the source
    Only 2 rooms left!
    Free cancellation until Feb 02
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    $123.22
    Taxes & fees incl.
    Plan details

    <Breakfast Included> Breakfast is the energy for the day! Recharge with Koshihik [Breakfast]

    Free cancellation until 2/2/2026 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    ・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・〜・ 'The source of energy for the day is... breakfast!' ' If you don't eat breakfast, you won't have the strength to play or work! ' Now, let's eat well today and set off. (* ́ '*) Whether you're here for work or play, enjoy your time without worrying about the clock. Last check-in is OK until 10pm! ! A nostalgic and cozy highland inn, Jusso Our inn is a hot spring ryokan situated in a nature-rich area along Route 113, embraced by the foothills of Mount Iide. Since its founding in Showa 35, we have operated as a healing inn for travelers and locals under the motto 'Come as if returning home.' Stretch out your arms and legs as if you're back home, and relax with our fully handmade dishes and abundant hot springs. Breakfast 8:00~ Breakfast provides the energy for the day. We offer a well-balanced breakfast menu. Please enjoy the Koshihikari rice from the mountain village. If you wish to have breakfast before 8:00, please consult with us in advance. We regret to inform you that we cannot accommodate guests with food allergies. We appreciate your understanding. If you have any concerns, please contact us directly by phone. Our special rice at Juso Our inn's rice is directly sourced from contracted farmers. We offer Iwafune-grown Koshihikari rice, cultivated in fertile soil and with the clean water of the Arakawa stream. The pride of Niigata, a renowned rice-producing region, receives great acclaim from our guests. Natural Hot Spring Flow The hot spring at Kotobuki-so is a natural hot spring flow. You can enjoy the hot spring at your leisure while gazing at the garden from either the men's or women's bath. Our bathhouse features a unique bath situated in the center of the bathroom unlike any other. Guest Rooms All guest rooms in our inn are uniquely designed traditional Japanese-style rooms. Experience the charm of Japan. The room does not come with a bath or toilet. [Nearby Facilities] ・Watanabe Residence [Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property] About 5 minutes by car from our inn ・Tokeien [Village-Designated Cultural Property] About 5 minutes by car from our inn ・Sekikawa Village [Sekikawa History and Road Museum] About 5 minutes by car from our inn

    $123.22
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    2/2/2026 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    2 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    20%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 10/1/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 4/1/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

Room details

Japanese room, Mountain view, River view, Non-smoking (Overlooking a rural landscape [8~10 tatami])

No smoking
Mountain view
Max 4 adults / 3 children