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Kairakuen

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A hot spring area with wooden beams overhead and a stone basin. - Kairakuen (Shizukuishi)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a red and black container, and a wooden chair. - Kairakuen (Shizukuishi)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door. - Kairakuen (Shizukuishi)
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a stone border, and a view of a wooden deck and house in the background. - Kairakuen (Shizukuishi)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a view through large windows. - Kairakuen (Shizukuishi)
Free breakfast (local cuisine), an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Kairakuen. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Japanese Style Room, Main Building

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a remote control.

Japanese Western Style Room, Main Building

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a red and black container, and a wooden chair.

Japanese Style Room, New Japanese Building

  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a cushioned bench, and a sliding shoji screen.

Japanese Style Room for 2 People, Main Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Shizukuishi is home to Kairakuen. Ishikawa Takuboku's Residence when newly married and Otaya Shimizu Cold Spring are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kenji World and Lake Gosho Park Family Land. Morioka Tezukuri Village and Koiwai Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our Shizukuishi travel guide
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10-3-1 Oshuku, Iwate-gun, Shizukuishi, Iwate

What's nearby

  • A traditional Japanese torii gate with a rope hanging from the top, overlooking a body of water with mountains in the background.
    Lake Tazawa
    50 min drive - 27.9 miles
  • Kenji World
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Koiwai Farm Factory
    28 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Shizukuishi Ski Place
    30 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Amihari Onsen Ski Area
    45 min drive - 19.2 miles

Getting around

  • Morioka Station
    35 min drive
  • Iwate - Hanamaki Airport (HNA)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • こびるキッチン
    16 min drive
  • お山の畑
    7 min drive
  • SHIZUKUISHI SOUL KITCHEN
    10 min drive
  • しずく庵
    15 min drive
  • 麺屋 隹
    10 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • Public bath open from 6:00 AM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Kairakuen pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kairakuen?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Kairakuen?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kairakuen located?

Situated in Shizukuishi, this ryokan is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Kenji World and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Gosho Park Family Land and Lake Gosho Vehicle Park. Tsunagi Onsen and Morioka Tezukuri Village are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kairakuen Reviews

8.0

Very Good

6.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

EIMI

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

古きよき旅館

食事もよくサウナもあってよかったです。 朝食も和室の大部屋で三密をさけ美味しい御膳でいただけました！
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yamada

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
カメムシがいた
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
お料理も美味しく、対応して下さった方全員がとても感じが良く、大変気持ちよく過ごす事が出来ました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

岩手旅行

お部屋は古いですが、綺麗に清掃されており良かったです。なにより、働かれている方の感じがとてもよく、満足な宿泊ができました。ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
温泉はとても良かったんです。 でもベッドにダニがいて、何ヶ所か刺されました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

古い

お風呂もごはんも料金の割には良かったけど、露天風呂は、草がぼうぼうで手入れされてない感がありありでした。 建物は古くて、空調の音が耳障りでした
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MISATO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
今回は友達たちとの忘年会で利用しました！料理もおいしいお部屋も広くてとてもよかったです✨ 温泉も気持ちよかったです！料金もお手頃で助かりました✨また宿泊したいです！
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ここ

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
周辺になにもありません 設備は古いが適度に清掃されている インベーダーゲームのテーブルがあったが卓球台は見当たらなかった お風呂は露天風呂と室内風呂2種類 洗い場が分かれていて良かった 今年は特にカメムシが多いと従業員の方が話されていました 駐車場には余裕がありそうです 朝食は和、かなりボリュームがあります 従業員の方は皆さん対応が良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Masaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

sirahta

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shinji

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

KEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019