Takasago Onsen

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070-8061 Hokkaido, Asahikawa, Takasagodai 8chome 235-1-5, Japan

Guest reviews: 8.3

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HOTEL OVERVIEW

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Takasago Onsen in Asahikawa, I wasn’t expecting much from the exterior. It’s tucked away in this residential area on Takasagodai, and you know what? That’s actually perfect. You’re far enough from the tourist chaos but still close enough to everything that matters. The whole Takasagodai district has this quiet, lived-in feel that most visitors to Hokkaido completely miss.

But here’s the thing about this place – it’s one of those hotels where the magic happens once you step inside. The onsen facilities are genuinely impressive (and I mean that as someone who’s soaked in hot springs across Japan). The water has this silky quality that you don’t get at the commercial chain places, and honestly, after a day of wandering around Asahikawa’s winter streets or hiking in the nearby hills, those mineral-rich baths hit different. The indoor baths are spacious enough that even during busier evening hours, you’re not bumping elbows with other guests. I actually preferred the quieter morning sessions – around 7 AM, you’ll often have the place mostly to yourself.

The rooms are solid 4-star territory without trying too hard to be fancy. Clean tatami, comfortable futons, and those little details that show someone actually cares – like proper blackout curtains (crucial if you’re dealing with Hokkaido’s summer white nights) and heating that actually works in winter. The staff genuinely knows the area too, which is rarer than you’d think. When I asked about local ramen spots, they didn’t just point me toward the obvious tourist places but mentioned this little shop about ten minutes away that locals actually frequent. Parking is straightforward and free, which matters more than most people realize when you’re exploring rural Hokkaido by car. The 8.3 rating feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury, but it delivers exactly what it promises without any unpleasant surprises. If you’re using Asahikawa as a base for exploring the region (smart move, by the way), this place gives you that authentic ryokan experience without the premium prices you’d pay closer to Sapporo or the tourist zones.

HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS

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Reviews

Staff: 9.2

Comfort: 8.6

Location: 7.6

Free WiFi: 9.9

Facilities: 8.3

Cleanliness: 8.5

Value for money: 8.7

Stephen from United States (10 February 2025)

9/10

This hotel is so retro and fun. Very family friendly. The dinner and breakfast was great and free parking. The staff were super nice. We stayed in the room with the hot tub on the roof and it was the coolest room ever! Definitely our favorite stay in Hokkaido! We really didint know what to expect but absolutely loved how retro this place was. It...

Stephen from United States (10 February 2025)

9/10

This hotel is so retro and fun. Very family friendly. The dinner and breakfast was great and free parking. The staff were super nice. We stayed in the room with the hot tub on the roof and it was the coolest room ever! Definitely our favorite stay in Hokkaido! We really didint know what to expect but absolutely loved how retro this place was. It really felt like stepping back in time. The tatami futons were super comfortable and I fell asleep instantly.

Nathakij from Thailand (10 March 2025)

8/10

Private bath(onsen) in our room.

Jennifer from Australia (8 February 2025)

9/10

Staff very friendly and helpful

Yuet from Hong Kong (4 February 2025)

8/10

great value stay！ good onsen， large room。 lots of retro games for kids to spend time， close driving distance to ski parks。

What could be improved: The hotel is very large， but lots of space was not in use and bit dark to explore。

Todd from Australia (1 February 2025)

8/10

Locations

What could be improved: Nothing

Yongzhi from Singapore (24 January 2025)

9/10

Staff are friendly, great facilities

Zee from Hong Kong (22 June 2024)

9/10

I really like this traditional Japanese style hotel! Super friendly staff!! I am really touched by their nice service!
The night view is good!

What could be improved: The hot spring facilities are quite old, I think it is needed to fix

Kai from United States (30 January 2024)

9/10

It feels very local

What could be improved: It’s a little bit far away from rest of the city

Sufinah from Malaysia (14 October 2023)

8/10

The sauna and bath are great. The futon is great. The breakfast starts at 7am but I check-out early at 630am because the bus from Takasagodai-8-chome departs at 7.11am. They allow early breakfast anyway. The breakfast was delicious. The staff did not understand English but very quick thinking to use Google translate - no major issue. What could be...

Sufinah from Malaysia (14 October 2023)

8/10

The sauna and bath are great. The futon is great. The breakfast starts at 7am but I check-out early at 630am because the bus from Takasagodai-8-chome departs at 7.11am. They allow early breakfast anyway. The breakfast was delicious. The staff did not understand English but very quick thinking to use Google translate - no major issue.

What could be improved: The location is reachable by bus 53/630 at bus stop Takasagodai-8-chome. Checked with the Asahikawa Tourist Center. They mentioned to me that I should get off at Takasagodai-Iriguchi which was 800m downhill from the Takasago Onsen bus stop (Takasagodai-8-chome). My fault because I didn’t confirm with the hotel first. So, after walking uphill for +800m with huge backpack, asking 3 locals who were kind enough to give me the direction.

Melissa from Australia (9 August 2023)

8/10

Great amenities, there were a lot of areas to explore in the Ryokan and it was kept very clean. They have a DDR machine (note the opening hours though) and a manga shelf (which is cool even if we couldn't read Japanese). The futon and chairs are comfortable and the rooms are gorgeous. The onsen has some unique baths, and an outdoor pool area...

Melissa from Australia (9 August 2023)

8/10

Great amenities, there were a lot of areas to explore in the Ryokan and it was kept very clean. They have a DDR machine (note the opening hours though) and a manga shelf (which is cool even if we couldn't read Japanese). The futon and chairs are comfortable and the rooms are gorgeous. The onsen has some unique baths, and an outdoor pool area looking out to the city. The staff are very nice, note also they only speak Japanese, and I got the impression this is a stay frequented more by locals than tourists.

What could be improved: The ryokan is quite old (eg the floor of the onsen is very slippery, and some parts of the hotel show signs of wear and tear). You are given only one key for each room, and it would have been nice if breakfast was included. In terms of convenience, you can get to the Ryokan from Asahikawa station via an hourly bus that takes half an hour to get there, else taxi/driving is your next best bet to getting around.

SURROUNDINGS

What's nearby:

  • Ueno Farm: 18 km
  • Tokiwa Park: 4.9 km
  • Kaguraoka Park: 4.9 km
  • 旭川雪の村: 15 km
  • Hanasaki Sports Park: 6 km
  • Asahikawa Museum of Art: 4.3 km
  • Asahikawa Science Center: 5 km
  • Ayako Miura Literature Museum: 3.5 km
  • Inoue Yasushi Commemorative Museum: 8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurantそうる屋: 4.1 km
  • Restaurantそば源 神居店: 3.5 km
  • Restaurantイシス&オシリス: 4.1 km

Ski lifts:

  • Santa Present Park Red Lift: 3.1 km
  • Santa Present Park Black Lift A: 3.2 km
  • Santa Present Park Black Lift B: 3.2 km

Public transport:

  • Train Chikabumi: 5 km
  • Train Asahikawa Station: 4 km

Closest airports:

  • Asahikawa Airport: 16 km

ROOMS

  • Estimated price from: $92. Economy Twin Room with 2 futon beds for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $144. Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom with 3 futon beds for 1 - 1 guests
  • Estimated price from: $187. Family Room with Shared Bathroom with 5 futon beds for 1 - 1 guests
  • Estimated price from: $187. Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom with 4 futon beds for 1 - 1 guests
  • Estimated price from: $119. Twin Room with Bath with 2 single beds for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $149. Economy Triple Room with 3 futon beds for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $172. Standard Quadruple Room with 4 futon beds for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $226. Japanese-Style Room with 6 futon beds for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $165. Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom with 4 futon beds for 1 - 3 guests
  • Estimated price from: $165. Family Room with 10 futon beds for 1 - 3 guests
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FACILITIES

Bedroom:

  • Linen

General:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries

Services:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Laundry Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge

Wellness:

  • Massage chair
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot spring bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Sauna

Activities:

  • Table tennis
  • Games room

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Restaurant

Room Amenities:

  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • Japanese

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Table tennis
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HOUSE RULES

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 20:00
  • You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

HOTEL ADDRESS

070-8061 Hokkaido, Asahikawa, Takasagodai 8chome 235-1-5, Japan

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