The New Wakasa Hotel was an excellent introduction to Japanese style living for Australian visitors. The traditional style rooms were very well equipped and extremely comfortable, especially the futons. A highlight of our stay was the meals- the Japanese food was beautifully presented on the table, each night was different and it was delicious. The staff were very friendly even helping with origami. The hotel is well located very close to all of Nara's attractions and transport. A most memorable experience - thank you.

T.J.
From Melbourne, Australia
Oct. '09
Stayed at Hotel New Wakasa Nara City

Love the room! Big and roomy. Value for money too! The view of the misty hillside from the outdoor onsen during morning was simple breathtaking!! The reception staff and parking attendant were very friendly and helpful.

C
From Singapore
Dec. '09
Stayed at Ogawaya, Gero Onsen Gifu Prefecture

Yamanouchi Town is located in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture, which is home to the Jigokudani Yaen Park that is inhabited with world-famous wild monkeys called "Snow Monkeys." Why not stay in this vast and popular sightseeing area, full of nature and the pleasant atmosphere of onsen (hot springs)? EBESA offers great value with tours that let you see, experience and fully enjoy the traditional activities in three main areas -- Shiga Kogen, Yudanaka Shibu Onsen-kyo and Kita Shiga Kogen.
In the northern Nagano dialect, "EBESA" originally meant "Let's go."
Visit http://www.info-yamanouchi.net/english/ebesa-tour/index.html EBESA web site.

Thank you for the nicest welcome I have had from a hotel. The atmosphere of the hotel is so relaxed and firendly. My room was always made so beautiful and was very clean. I felt safe in the hotel and found the location was excellent. It was very easy to find the hotel and everyone was very helpful. It was the perfect stay!

M.O.
From England
Nov. '09
Stayed at Yamatoya Honten, Namba Dotombori, Osaka

Nice little village, beautiful landscape. About Seifu-so there's nothing more to say than perfect!!! The food was delicious, the rooms and the building itself are authentically Japanese and really beautiful. The hot spring was relaxing..... but above all the family and staff were so warmhearted, friendly and helpful. I've never stayed in such a great accommodation before. Thank you so much for everything!!!

D
From Germany
Dec.'09
Stayed at Seifu-so, Yudanaka Onsen, Nagano.