A Showa-era onsen hotel above the Yokose River gorge in Chichibu, drawing on its own simple-sulfur spring water, roughly 15 minutes by taxi from Chichibu Station.
Hotel Miyama is a Showa-era onsen hotel perched above the Yokose River gorge in Yamada, Chichibu City, roughly 15 minutes by taxi from Chichibu Station, drawing on its own simple-sulfur spring water for a traditional Japanese hot spring experience away from the city centre. The building carries an older, nostalgic character typical of mid-20th-century Japanese onsen architecture, with river-facing rooms that look directly over the gorge below. Accommodation is split between standard Japanese-style tatami rooms and river-view rooms, both furnished in traditional style with yukata provided for guests to wear around the property. The hotel's natural sulfur hot spring is its centrepiece, available as both an indoor bath and an open-air bath, with a sauna also on site for guests wanting additional relaxation. A kaiseki multi-course dinner is included with most stays, served in traditional Japanese style and showcasing regional Chichibu ingredients, and free parking is provided given the hotel's out-of-town location. There is no fitness centre, and the property's appeal rests on its onsen and setting rather than activity facilities. Service follows the hospitality style of a traditional Japanese ryokan-style hotel, attentive and focused on the bathing and dining experience, making it well suited to travellers seeking a quieter, nature-oriented escape from Tokyo within the Chichibu area.
Room types
- Japanese-style rooms
- River-view rooms
Amenities
- Natural sulfur hot spring
- Open-air bath
- Sauna
- Kaiseki dinner
- Yukata provided
- Free parking
Location
1294 Yamada, Chichibu-shi, Saitama 368-0004
35.9750, 139.1200 View on map
Highlights
- Natural sulfur hot spring with indoor and open-air baths
- River-view rooms overlooking the Yokose River gorge
- Kaiseki multi-course dinner included with most stays
- Sauna on site for additional relaxation
- Showa-era onsen hotel character away from the city centre
Tips for visiting
- Arrange a taxi from Chichibu Station in advance, as the hotel sits about 15 minutes away
- Request a river-view room for the best outlook over the Yokose gorge
- Bathe in the open-air bath in the early evening for cooler air and fewer crowds
- Dinner is typically a set kaiseki course, so mention dietary restrictions when booking
- Bring cash, as rural onsen properties may have limited card payment options
Accessibility
As an older Showa-era onsen building, the property may have limited elevator or step-free access; travellers with mobility needs should confirm specific arrangements directly with the hotel before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Hotel Miyama from Chichibu Station?
It is roughly 15 minutes away by taxi from Chichibu Station.
What type of hot spring does the hotel have?
The hotel draws on its own natural simple-sulfur spring water, available in both indoor and open-air baths.
Is dinner included?
Most stays include a kaiseki multi-course Japanese dinner served at the hotel.
What room types are available?
The hotel offers standard Japanese-style tatami rooms and river-view rooms overlooking the gorge.