Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
Is there parking available?
Yes, parking is available. If driving, expect approximately 70 minutes from the Gose-Minami IC on the Kyoto-Nara Expressway via the Nan-Hankoku Road. For the exact location of the parking lot, please contact the inn.
Check-in (1)
What are the check-in and checkout times?
Check-in is from 15:00 onwards, and checkout is by 10:00. Please confirm the details at the time of booking.
Pets (1)
Can I bring a pet?
Our official website does not specify pet policies. Please contact the inn directly before your visit to confirm.
Reservations (1)
Is there a limit on the number of guests or groups accepted per day?
Normally we limit accommodation to 6 groups per day. We operate with a small number of guests so you can fully enjoy the peace and quiet of the mountain village and the benefits of the hot spring.
Traveling with children (1)
Can I stay with children?
We are a quiet inn limited to 6 groups per day. Please discuss your child's stay when making your reservation. School excursions and student group stays are not accepted.
Facility overview (2)
When was the inn established?
Our inn is the oldest in Dorogawa Onsen with 500 years of history, now in its seventeenth generation under Yoshiharu Hanatani. It has a long tradition as a lodging for ascetics of the Shugendō Buddhist sect.
When is the climbing season for Mt. Ōmine?
Mt. Ōmine's climbing season (May–September) attracts many ascetics on weekends. Bookings fill up quickly during this period, so early reservations are recommended.
Hot springs (3)
What is the water quality and efficacy of Dorogawa Onsen?
Dorogawa Onsen is a weakly alkaline simple hot spring, with benefits for neuralgia, rheumatism, muscle pain, joint pain, chronic digestive disorders, poor circulation, and fatigue recovery. It is mild on the skin and unlikely to cause irritation.
How many hot spring baths are there?
We offer three types: "Maekki no Yu" (hot spring bath), "Ushiroki no Yu" (semi-open-air hot spring bath with garden view), and "Zekū no Yu" (private hot spring bath by reservation).
Can outside guests use the bath, or is day-trip bathing available?
We do not accept day-trip bathing. We also do not accept school field trips or student group accommodations. This is a lodging facility for overnight guests only.
Sightseeing (1)
What kinds of sightseeing are available in the area?
You can enjoy walks through Dorogawa Onsen village, known as a training site for Mount Ōmine and Shugendo mountain asceticism, visit the limestone cave (Gorogoro Cave), tour famous springs, and enjoy scenic views of clear streams. You can also visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mount Ōmine.
Meals (1)
What kind of cuisine is served?
We serve dishes featuring local mountain ingredients. Our signature hand-prepared dishes using Dorogawa spring water are popular, offering an abundance of mountain fare. Room and meal options vary by plan.
Other (6)
How do I get here?
From Shimojiguchi Station on the Kintetsu Yoshino Line, take the Nara Kotsu bus toward Dorogawa Onsen for approximately 80 minutes, then walk from the Dorogawa Onsen bus stop. By car: approximately 70 minutes from Gose-minami IC via the Minahan Expressway and Kyoto-Nara Expressway.
What is the check-in time?
15:00.
What is the checkout time?
10:00.
What is the address?
217 Dorogawa, Tenkawa Village, Yoshino District, Nara Prefecture
Is there parking available?
Yes, it is available. For details, please contact the facility.
Is Wi-Fi available?
We do not offer Wi-Fi.