創業160年

Lined with willow trees & stone bridges,
the Otani River flows through Kinosaki Onsen.
In the heart of the atmospheric onsen town
you will find Nishimuraya Honkan.
Guest rooms overlooking a meticulously manicured Japanese garden,
exhibiting the refined beauty of Japanese style.
Hot spring baths, each with their own unique charms.
Surrender to the soft caress of the onsen waters & savor the cuisine
of the Tajima region, passed down through generations.
With a spirit of hospitality that embodies our 160-year history
and tradition, we welcome you.

Founded during the Ansei era of the Edo period Carrying the spirit of Japanese hospitality through more than six generations...

Photo: Nishimuraya honkan appearance
Photo: Nishimuraya honkan Garden
Photo: Nishimuraya honkan Entranceway

An inn for tranquility & haven for literary figures History of
Nishimuraya Honkan

A quintessential Japanese ryokan with a 160-year legacy,
renowned as the finest
in San'in Region.

Kinosaki Onsen has thrived with travelers for over 1,300 years and is known as a premier hot spring destination of the San'in region. It is cherished by literary figures such as Shiga Naoya & Yosano Akiko. Since the late 1800's, the spirit of Nishimuraya endures here.

Photo: Nishimuraya honkan Room
Photo: Nishimuraya honkan Room
Photo: Hiratakan Annex Building

Rooms A moment of elegance, Relaxing in
Japanese ambiance

Photo: Nishimuraya honkan Room

Japanese harmony & beauty Reflects the changing seasons

Immerse in a moment spent appreciating the picturesque beauty of Japanese landscapes. Be captivated by the timeless elegance of Japanese design.

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Photo: Ornament

Sukiya-style architecture Hiratakan Annex Building

A masterpiece of sukiya architecture crafted by the great Hirata Masaya. A registered cultural property of Japan.

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Photo: Hiratakan Annex Building
Photo: Matsuba Crab
Photo: Dishes using abalone
Photo: Steak

Cuisine From one generation to the next Nishimuraya's enduring cuisine

Photo: Cooking with Abalone

Embrace The changing seasons

Natural ingredients from the Tajima region. Delight with original seasonal tastes, unique to Kinosaki Onsen.

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Photo: Matsuba Crab

Photo: Kichino-yu
Photo: Kichino-yu
Photo: Shouno-yu

Hot Springs Kinosaki Onsen Hot Springs

Photo: Fukuno-yu

Distinct style Baths of Nishimuraya Honkan

The soothing waters of Kinosaki Onsen have a 1,300 year history. Indoor and outdoor baths are available.

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Kinosaki Onsen Public Hot Springs

1,300 Year History Kinosaki Onsen

The time honored tradition of Kinosaki Onsen is touring the public hot springs. Guests of Nishimuraya receive a pass for free use of all public hot springs during their stay. Stroll through the charming streets in a yukata (light kimono robe) while visiting each bath, each with its own unique style. The authentic atmosphere of Kinosaki Onsen earned it the title of Japan's best hot spring town for wearing yukata.

Photo: Ichino-yu

8 min walk Ichino-yu ~ For luck and
good fortune ~

Photo: Goshono-yu

5 min walk Goshono-yu ~ For beauty ~

Photo: Jizou-yu

12 min walk Jizou-yu ~ For healing. ~

Photo: Kouno-yu

5 min walk Kouno-yu ~ For happiness. ~

Photo: Yanagi-yu

10 min walk Yanagi-yu ~ For fertility. ~

Photo: Mandara-yu

2 min walk Mandara-yu ~ For a lifetime wish. ~