Yunokuni Tensyo: A Traditional Escape in Yamashiro Onsen

Yunokuni Tensyo offers a captivating immersion into Japanese hospitality and culture. Located in Yamashiro Onsen, one of the four hot spring villages that make up Kaga Onsen, the ryokan provides a tranquil escape with a history stretching back 1,300 years. The inn boasts 156 rooms, each designed in a Japanese style, many featuring tatami mat flooring and sliding shoji doors.The highlight of Yunokuni Tensyo is its extensive onsen (hot spring) facilities. Guests can enjoy access to 18 different types of indoor and outdoor baths, each offering unique atmospheres and therapeutic benefits. The naturally heated, mineral-rich waters are known for their restorative properties, providing relaxation and rejuvenation.Dining at Yunokuni Tensyo is an experience in itself. The inn serves traditional kaiseki dinners, multi-course meals that showcase seasonal ingredients and the culinary heritage of Japan. Set-menu breakfasts are also available, providing a hearty start to the day.Beyond the ryokan itself, Yamashiro Onsen offers a charming glimpse into traditional Japanese life. Visitors can explore the town's historic bathhouses, such as the Ko-Soyu, a meticulously restored Meiji-era public bathhouse, and the Soyu, a modern bathhouse with multiple bathing options. The town is also known as the birthplace of the modern Japanese syllabary table. Yunokuni Tensyo also provides a free shuttle to Yunokuni no Mori, where guests can enjoy traditional craft experiences.