Misasakan overlooks the Mitoku River in Misasa Onsen, Tohaku District, one of the highest-radon hot spring towns in the world and a short walk from the village's public foot baths and old bathhouse street. The property is a traditional riverside ryokan built to take advantage of its setting, with select rooms opening onto private open-air baths fed by the natural radium spring. Room types run from standard Japanese-style tatami rooms to a Japanese suite, all decorated in a restrained, traditional style typical of Misasa's older inns. Kaiseki dinners built around Tottori Wagyu, Sea of Japan seafood, and seasonal mountain produce are served as part of the standard two-meal rate. Bathing is the property's core amenity, with both communal indoor onsen baths and the private open-air options in select rooms substituting for a conventional spa or pool. There is no fitness facility on site. Service leans traditional and personal, with a small staff attending to meal timing and bath scheduling rather than offering a concierge desk, making Misasakan best suited to couples or small groups seeking a quiet riverside onsen retreat rather than a business stay.
Room types
- Japanese-style
- Japanese suite
- Room with private open-air bath
Amenities
- Natural radium hot spring onsen
- Riverside setting on the Mitoku River
- Kaiseki dining
- Free WiFi
- Private open-air baths in select rooms
Location
Misasa, Misasa-cho, Tohaku-gun, Tottori 682-0123 (estimate address)
35.3631, 134.1495 View on map
Highlights
- Riverside setting directly on the Mitoku River in Misasa Onsen
- Select rooms with private open-air baths fed by radium spring water
- Kaiseki dinner featuring Tottori Wagyu and Sea of Japan seafood
- Short walk to Misasa's public foot baths and historic bathhouse street
- Traditional Japanese-style rooms and a Japanese suite option
Tips for visiting
- Request a room with a private open-air bath in advance, as availability is limited
- Rates include dinner and breakfast, so plan arrival before the evening meal seating
- The riverside walking path is pleasant at dusk when the onsen town lanterns are lit
- Bring a light jacket even in warmer months, as riverside rooms can be breezy at night
- Cash remains common for extras and nearby shops in the Misasa area
Accessibility
The ryokan's traditional layout includes tatami flooring and some level changes typical of riverside buildings; travelers with mobility needs should confirm room access details when booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Misasakan have rooms with private baths?
Yes, a limited number of rooms include a private open-air bath fed by the property's radium hot spring water; these should be requested well in advance.
How close is Misasakan to the Misasa Onsen town center?
The ryokan sits directly on the Mitoku River within the Misasa Onsen village, within easy walking distance of the town's public foot baths.
Is dinner included in the room rate?
Yes, the listed price range covers a kaiseki-style dinner and breakfast, following standard ryokan pricing practice.
Is Misasakan a good choice for a family stay?
The ryokan is better suited to couples or small groups seeking a quiet onsen retreat than to families with young children, given its traditional tatami-room format.