Frequently Asked Questions
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Access / Shuttle service (1)
How do I get there from the nearest station?
About 5 minutes' walk from Shobara Station on the JR San'in Main Line. It is about 15 minutes by car from Izumo Enmusubi Airport.
Check-in / check-out (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 16:00-22:00 and check-out is 10:00.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
How easy is it to reach Izumo Taisha?
Izumo Taisha is about 20-30 minutes away by car. The inn makes a good base for visiting the shrine, known as the home of the deity of good matches.
Rooms (1)
What is the view from the rooms?
The windows look out on the peaceful countryside of Hikawa. On a clear day the sky opens out above, and the clear air and the view together make for a restful stay.
Facilities / Highlights (2)
Is there a shrine on the grounds?
At the entrance to the inn stands the old Yakamihime Shrine, dedicated to Yakamihime, the central figure of the Yunokawa legend. Guests may pray there for a safe journey on arrival and departure.
When was the inn founded? Is it a historic inn?
It is a historic inn founded in 1877, welcoming travellers alongside the famous waters of Yunokawa Onsen for many years.
Hot springs / Baths (3)
Is there a charge for the private baths? How many are there?
There are three private baths — stone, tiled and cypress — free to overnight guests 24 hours a day, so you can choose the one you prefer.
What are the qualities of Yunokawa Onsen?
Yunokawa Onsen is one of Japan's three great beauty springs. It is a sodium and calcium sulphate and chloride spring containing the moisturising component metasilicic acid, and is known for leaving the skin smooth after bathing.
Does the water in the large communal bath flow continuously from the source?
Both the large communal bath and the private baths use 100 per cent natural hot spring water flowing continuously from the source.
Equipment (1)
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is available inside the inn. Please contact the inn for details.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
Parking is provided. Please contact the inn directly for capacity and charges.
Other (6)
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is available. Please contact the property for details on where it can be used and any charges.
How do I get there?
About 5 minutes' walk from Shobara Station on the JR San'in Main Line. About 20-30 minutes by car from Izumo Taisha. About 15 minutes by car from Izumo Enmusubi Airport.
What time is check-in?
16:00.
What time is check-out?
10:00.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.
What is the address?
3585-2 Gakuto, Hikawa-cho, Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture