ACCOMMODATIONS Kobayashiya
In front of 'Ichi no Yu' open-air bath in the middle of Kinosaki Onsen, the inns wood gives off a warm feeling.
【Half-Board】Veggie-friendly Hotpot Dinner & Breakfast
Dinner and breakfast included
Among the oldest ryokans in Kinosaki Onsen, Kobayashiya is located in the center of town along the willow-lined river. Sit back and watch the lanterns flicker to life at nightfall and people scurrying below between onsens in their yukata from the comfort of the riverside rooms’ covered verandas. The garden rooms are perfect for guests who wish to have a more reclosed stay. Slide open the shoji windows to look out onto the simple and lush Japanese garden. Great care is given by the owners in order to preserve the ryokan’s original beauty from the original flooring to repapering the shoji. Thanks to the proprietors’ care through the years Kobayashi was registered as a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan in 2015. You can find small retro scenes throughout the building that are hard to find in other ryokans.
After your meal soak in the ryokan’s main bath or use your free onsen pass to visit the 7 hot spring bath-houses in town.
Kobayashiya also provides special vegetarian meals with advanced reservations. Please contact the ryokan when you make your reservation to request a vegetarian meal for more information.
Kobayashiya is an international ryokan that warmly welcomes guests from all over the world and has English speaking staff ready to make your stay a memorable one.
[DINNER] : “Fermentation × Veggie-nabe” Full Course Dinner Supervised by a Vegan Cuisine Specialist
A new hotpot course inspired by Japan’s tradition of fermentation, designed to gently nourish both body and mind.
Fermentation is an ancient wisdom that has nurtured Japan’s culinary culture for centuries —and today, it is once again drawing global attention as the source of umami.
This special veggie-friendly hotpot course by Kobayashiya celebrates the natural richness of vegetables, mushrooms, beans, and grains, layering the depth of fermentation with the colors of the four seasons to create a dining experience as beautiful as it is wholesome.
◾️Course Menu (Example) A complete vegan meal offering comfort, depth, and visual beauty
[Amuse] Seasonal soup and delicate small dishes
[Appetizer] Fermentation-inspired small bowls and colorful temari sushi (vegan)
[Grilled Dish] Oven-baked gratin of seasonal vegetables
[Smoked Dish] Roasted cotton tofu with aromatic smoky notes
[Main] Fermentation Flower Hotpot
A signature dish featuring:
-House-made shiokoji fermented broth
-A vibrant assortment of vegetables, mushrooms, and bean products
-Fermented condiments, handmade spices, and oils for flavor layering
-Monthly changing vegan xiao long bao (soup dumpling)
-Hotpot finale: local udon noodles with fragrant Tajima seaweed
[Dessert] Rich matcha pudding with dainagon red beans
★ The entire course is fully vegan.
With advance notice, we can also accommodate gluten-free and halal-friendly requests.
In addition, upgrade options such as Tajima beef shabu-shabu, Yoka pork shabu-shabu, and Matsuba crab are available.
If you would like to add any of these options, please add to the cart when making your reservation.
◾️Upgrade Options:
・Tajima Beef Shabu-shabu (50g)
・Yoka Pork Shabu-shabu (50g)
・Matsuba Crab (½ portion)
Designed for vegans, vegetarians, wellness-focused travelers, and anyone who wants to savor the finest local vegetables, this course redefines Japanese plant-based dining with elegance and depth.
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BREAKFAST
■ Please choose either A) Standard Japanese Breakfast or B) Canadian-style Breakfast.
A) Menu for the Standard Japanese Breakfast
[SOUP] “Dango Jiru” (dumpling soup) in San'in-Style
-Yoka Pork (Hyogo Pref.) -White Leek -Shimeji Mushroom
-Carrot -Japanese Mustard Spinach -Izushi Konnyaku (Konjac)
-Ago Chikuwa (Flying Fish Paste) -Napa Cabbage
[MAIN] Kobayashiya Specialty — Deep-Fried Lotus Root Bun with original Dashi Sauce
[RICE] Koshihikari Rice San'in Blend with assorted accompaniments:
-Simmered Kombu in Sweetened Soy Sauce
-Stewed Enoki Mushroom in Bonito Sauce
-Tajima Beef simmered with Asakura’s Sansho pepper
-Mackerel Pickled in Rice-bran Paste
-Smoked Soy sauce with Raw Egg *it can be poured on top of rice
B) Menu for the Canadian-style Breakfast
[SOUP] San'in-style Minestrone
-Yoka Pork (Hyogo Pref.) -White Leek -Shimeji Mushroom
-Carrot -Japanese Mustard Spinach -Izushi Konnyaku (Konjac)
-Ago Chikuwa (Flying Fish Paste) -Napa Cabbage
[MAIN] Pancakes served with maple syrup and sea salt
[APPETIZER] Fresh local vegetable salad
[SIDE] Canadian Egg Nest (Bacon, Egg, Cheese), Hash Browns
[BOWL] Seasonal fresh fruit with granola and yogurt
〈important notice〉
When making a reservation, please specify your breakfast selection and the number of guests in the remarks section, e.g., "A) Japanese Breakfast x 1, Canadian Breakfast x 1".
If no selection is provided, all breakfasts will be prepared as Japanese Breakfast by default.
Please note that changes to your breakfast selection cannot be made on the day of your stay. Thank you for your understanding. -
Private Bath
Explore the “Uchi-yu (private hot spring bath in the hotel)”.
HOURS: 6:30~9:00/ 15:00~23:00
Three private baths with different architectural design, Wabi, Sabi and Yugen are available exclusively to Kobayashiya guests.
※reservation not required -
※【IMPORTANT NOTICE】※
Acceptance of children
As of April 1, 2024, our facility will no longer be able to accommodate children under the age of 10. Please be aware that infants (0-1 years old) are also not allowed to accompany guests. We appreciate your understanding.
Non-smorking environment
All rooms are non-smoking. Cigarettes or e-cigarettes are only permitted within the designated smoking area on the first floor.
※Note: If the smoking or cigarette butts including electric cigarettes should be found in your room, total charge of JPY50,000 will be imposed on you for room cleaning and room damage compensation.
※Note 2: In order to preserve the traditional ambiance, please refrain from using fragrances on the walls.
No shower or bath tub in the room
All room types at our inn do not have private showers or bathtubs; only the toilet is located inside the room. However, we have three private baths on-site. You can take a shower or bath in the private baths on the first floor.
ROOM 207 [Historic Tatami Room] with River View
Max capacity: 2 persons ～ 4 persons
- Additional fee notice
- ■The bedroom accommodates up to 2 guests, and Japanese-style rooms can be reserved for a maximum of 4 guests.
■We regret to inform you that we cannot accommodate guests under the age of 10, including infants.
■Please provide a contact number (mobile phone, etc.) that we can reach you on the day of your reservation.
■Kindly inform us of your mode of transportation (car, train, etc.).
■For guests arriving by car, please specify your vehicle type.
(*If the vehicle height exceeds 2 meters, we will guide you to a partnered parking facility for an additional fee.)
- About service fees and taxes
- ■Service fees and consumption taxes are included in pricing.
Extra charges for:
Toyooka City Bathing Tax/Bathing Fees
This is a tax levied on bathing guests. It is a special purpose tax to cover the expenses required for tourism promotion; protect and manage facilities for mineral spring sources and firefighting facilities. The mineral spring bathhouse owner becomes responsible to collects it from the bathing guests.
■Bathing tax
All wards： Adults 150 yen
■Bathing fee
Yushima Ward: Adults 280 yen
Out of the ward: Adult 300 yen
- Cancellation Policy
- ■Cancellation fees are set for each plan, so please check the details. ＊Please note that cancellations due to COVID-19, influenza, or inclement weather are also subject to cancellation fees.
- Internet cancellation
- Cancellations are taken 0:00 14 days