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The advantage of a tatami room is that it makes the space feel larger. The downside is having to make your own bed, which feels a bit low-class for a room costing nearly 1000 RMB a night. The outdated facilities also made everything seem unclean. Breakfast was okay, the taste was acceptable, but there wasn't much variety.

Araki Kousen Ryokan was absolutely lovely and felt very welcoming for our family. This was our first stay at a ryokan in Japan, and while we were initially a little worried it might feel old or uncomfortable, it was actually very clean, cozy, and full of charm. The staff were incredibly kind and made us feel right at home, even helping us secure a dinner reservation at a local restaurant. The onsen was relaxing and the water temperature was just right. Breakfast was a highlight as well—delicious, thoughtfully prepared, and a wonderful way to start the day together. We truly enjoyed our stay and would gladly return with our family again.