Hoshi Onsen Chōjukan

Situated in the deep mountains of Gunma prefecture, this Ryokan has mostly remained untouched over the decades. The wooden structure has the authentication touch you will not find in the modern hotels. There are three different baths. They are all accessible to women and men, but at différent time. The baths are open all night except during the cleaning time (early in the morning). Overall , the baths are large and very relaxing. One of the baths is mixed. The rooms are are very well preserved and very clean. The food is exactly like what you can expect in a high quality Ryokan. It was an excellent experience and I strongly advise the travelers to visit this place, far from touristic areas.

It took around three hours to get to but it was truly worth it. An out of the way location, from Tokyo it took two trains and two buses later it was worth it. Dinner & breakfast were explained to me in English The baths (there are three) were timed per male/female - a bit confusing- the outdoors one was amazing at night. Would be incredible in winter. I know it says no photo in baths but I had to capture them

The public bus was late, so they drove us in their own car all the way to the train station! Great experience. Very traditional place, mostly Japanese patrons. So learn the rules of using a public bath (there are no instructions in English). Bring warm clothes and Google translate.

Getting to the location was in itself an adventure as it requires taking the train and two buses. The experience was absolutely fantastic - the property and bath houses are absolutely gorgeous and made the trek well worth it. I wanted to stay at a traditional ryokan and couldn't have asked for a better location. The staff were friendly and the food delicious. Was definitely one of the top highlights from my entire trip to Japan and I hope to return one day.

Nice rooms, good country location, excellent kaiseki dinners. Staff were helpful. Great onsen - large mixed bathing area, also fabulous small outdoor hot pool with little waterfall - separate times for male and female. Only 20 minutes away by car is the lovely craft village Takumi No Sato. Well worth a visit. Only major disappointment was that the wifi did not work in the rooms ( despite what Booking.com said on our reservation form) so had to go to communal lounge near the office to get reception.

Very nice and rustic onsen. Although there were too many tourists, the traditional inn was still one of the bucket lists for us. Located deep in the beautiful mountains, you are greeted with the greenery and forest, combined with the streams surrounding the inn. The environment was chill and soothing. Our room was ample. Typical japanese standard cleanliness. Quiet and comfortable. Onsen, the main bath was carbonate water, slightly alkaline pH. You will get some bubbling over your skin, cleaning all your pores. Water temperature was just about right. Chojukan was a very beautiful onsen "hall". Food quality was ok. You can have horse and deer sashimi on the add-on menu.

Spectacular views and location, beautiful onsens and traditional food and services. Highly recommended.

Spectacular Ryokan surrounded by nature! If you're looking for peace and quietness, this is the perfect place for you! After a delicious big dinner you can relax in three different traditional hotspring. Your soul will be immediately regenerate it!