Hidatei Hanaougi

Sleeps

Resort

Takayama

Japan

Type

Rooms

Cabins

Location

Takayama

Japan

overview

Nestled in the serene Hida Takayama Onsen area, Hidatei Hanaougi is a refined ryokan that seamlessly blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern comforts. The property features private open-air hot spring baths, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the therapeutic waters sourced directly from the ryokan’s own spring. The ryokan’s design emphasises natural materials and craftsmanship, creating an atmosphere of understated luxury and tranquility.

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Ben Nelson

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About

Hidatei Hanaougi is a distinguished ryokan in the serene Hida Takayama Onsen area, just minutes from Takayama’s historic center. Established in 1992, it was thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the natural surroundings, incorporating traditional Japanese architectural elements and local woods such as Jindai cedar and Kamishiro zelkova. The interiors emphasize simplicity and elegance, with tatami floors, shoji screens, and low wooden furnishings, while Zen-inspired design and lush gardens with koi ponds create a tranquil, meditative atmosphere. Guests are welcomed with personalized “omotenashi” service, ensuring an intimate and seamless experience that reflects the ryokan’s commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of the Hida region.

Rooms

Accommodations at Hidatei Hanaougi blend authenticity with modern comfort. Guests can choose tatami-matted rooms with futons or Western-style rooms with beds, many featuring private open-air hot spring baths overlooking the gardens or surrounding woods. Thoughtful amenities such as air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and quality bath facilities are seamlessly integrated, while select rooms offer exclusive stone or cedar baths for ultimate relaxation.

Dining

The ryokan’s dining experience highlights the rich flavors of the Hida region. Kaiseki-style multi-course meals feature seasonal local ingredients, including fresh mountain produce, seafood from the Sea of Japan, and the region’s renowned Hida beef. Meals are served in private rooms, creating an intimate and refined setting, while a casual coffee shop and ramen bar provide lighter options.

Activities

Hidatei Hanaougi’s onsen facilities are central to the experience, with indoor and outdoor baths fed by natural mineral springs. Guests can enjoy private baths, morning meditation, or strolls through the peaceful gardens. The ryokan also offers convenient access to Takayama’s historic districts and the scenic Shinhotaka Ropeway, along with shuttle service to Takayama Station for exploring the surrounding region.

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A distinguished ryokan in Hida Takayama Onsen, minutes from the historic center, blending traditional architecture with natural materials.

Interiors feature tatami floors, shoji screens, low wooden furnishings, and lush gardens with koi ponds, creating a tranquil atmosphere and personalized omotenashi service.

Rooms include tatami-matted and Western-style options, many with private open-air baths and modern amenities.

Dining emphasizes Hida region specialties with seasonal kaiseki multi-course meals in private rooms, alongside lighter options at a casual coffee shop and ramen bar.