Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

3.5 star property
3.5-star ryokan near Saikyoji Temple

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Photo gallery for Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

A wooden hot tub with a view of a cityscape at dusk.
Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin)
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of a cityscape, and a balcony with a railing.
Exterior
A wooden hot tub with water flowing, a window with a view of a cityscape and mountains, and two potted plants on the windowsill.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1-9-28 Ogoto, Otsu, Shiga-ken, 520-0101
  • Place, Ogoto Onsen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Biwako Quasi-National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Biwako Valley Ski Resort
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe suite Japanese-western room, Lake view, Nightlife view, Non-smoking Excellent 6th Floor, with Open-Air Bath

  • Sleeps 15
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room (Sanyaso) with Open-Air bath

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Mori-no-Shizuku Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking

  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room (Satoyama) with Open-Air bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Executive Satoyama (w/Open Air Bath+Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds and 6 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Satoyama Suite, Non Smoking, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Japanese Style Room (Hoshi no Shizuku)

  • Partial lake view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room

  • Lake view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Otsu

Ogoto stay.Your stay at this Ogoto ryokan places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Saikyoji Temple and Kyu Chikurinin Garden. Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine is within 3 miles (5 km) and Omi Shrine is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Ogoto Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Biwako Quasi-National Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Fushimi Inari Shrine - 32 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Nishiki Market - 37 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Ogotoonsen station - 16 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪スシロー 大津堅田店 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪中華そば 殿 雄琴店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪麺屋昊鶏 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪麺屋スリル - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Argo アルゴー - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan

3.5-star ryokan near Saikyoji Temple
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan offers its guests hot springs and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and concierge services are also featured at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are free. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Otsu ryokan.

  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan offers 101 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 9:00 AM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Books
  • Hot springs
  • Piano
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with Breakfast rate plans who wish to dinner during their stay must book meals at least 5 days in advance. Meals are not bookable onsite.
Guests with Room Only rate plans who wish to have breakfast or dinner during their stay must book meals at least 5 days in advance. Meals are not bookable onsite.
Guests must check in before 7 PM in order to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in July and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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.

Property is also known as

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Hotel
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Hotel Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Otsu
Yuzanso
Yuzanso Ryokan Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Otsu
Yuzanso Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Otsu
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Ryokan
Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Ryokan Otsu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan to the airport?

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan is 40.1 mi (72-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan on Jul 23, 2026 start from CA $283, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan.

Does Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan offer free breakfast?

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan have a pool?

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Does Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan to downtown Otsu?

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan is 0.8 mi away from Otsu.

Satoyu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 328 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Abeera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and room, would recommend for travellers looking for a ryokan experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steffanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a suite with private outdoor onsen and it was worth the splurge! The staff are wonderful, breakfast is traditional and tasty, and there are many onsen in the area. Our views of Lake Biwa were unparalleled and magical.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and lovely and the open air bath and view was gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and luxury room decoration. Helpful staff made my stay feeling relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great very relaxing. Not allowed tattoos alloeed in public baths though, just get a private one!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay for my first time in Japan after being in Tokyo. This place receives forwarded luggage, staff are very helpful/kind, the property is easy to navigate, and the shuttle system was great. The shuttle was very helpful getting back and forth from the station. Also, they have a cell phone at the station to call for the shuttle so no need to worry if you don’t have a Japanese phone number. Would stay again and recommend it to foreigners wanting to have a Ryokan experience. Get the half board option because the food was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, staff was kind, the onsen in the room was nice and private
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hajer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The host was very kind and welcoming. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful experience we had at the ryokan. A perfect setting overlooking the lake, quiet, no noise from the town below. The staff was very kind and courteous, always helpful in assisting us with our questions. We learned about Japanese culture and had a wonderful experience; definitely get the dinner, it was worth it. I highy recommend this place, 10 out of 10. We will certainly be back again next time we visit Japan.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maliha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that this ryokan had halal meal options! The entire place is gorgeous with a beautiful view of Lake Biwa. Easy to get to (they have a shuttle bus from the train station). If you have a private onsen, just know that the shower is also outside. No other options, unless you use the public bath.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice tradition hotel experience. The tub and bathroom was amazing. Breakfast was an awesome traditional experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Shui

Liked: Staff & service
Nice Ryokan experience . Kiseki dinners are brilliant. It's in the middle of the countryside so not much to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice area but a little difficult to get to if you plan on doing anything outside the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. They have several staff that are able to speak some english so that was a great help because my japanese is limited. My family had a comfortable stay and had a great time at the onsen!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Amazing onsen experience

Amazing view from room and great dinner and breakfast served in a private room. A fantastic onsen experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yuzanso staff was amazing and courteous. During dinner service staff was very attentive and explained the meals he maximize experience. The area didn’t have much to do but close to train station (Yuzano staff offered free shuttle rides to and back from station)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious and wonderful, and the staff were all very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Sai Hung

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
OK
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely nice and accommodating and our dinner was very fancy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

SONIA

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

The most wonderful place to enjoy in our trip.

We enjoyed very much! For sure we will visit again and will recommend to our friends. Thank the staff - they were all very professional and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shuk Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staffs are very friendly and politely. Dinner and breakfast deliciously.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Loraine

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

Wonderful and memorable stay!

It was a wonderful and memorable stay! Staffs are patient, helpful and polite. The room room is very spacious and clean. We enjoyed the hot spring bath with beautiful city and lake view as far as our eyes can see. The Japanese breakfast was the highlight of our trip. We enjoyed the food very much.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shinyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am absolutely obsessed with this hotel & will be back for my next trip to Japan. staff were extremely accommodating & helpful despite any language barrier (easily solved with google translate). the amenities alone are amazing & don’t get me started on the breakfast! please be sure to book yourself breakfast for at least one or two days so you can experience it. one of my favorite meals in the entirety of my trip.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rahayu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We request for a room with private onsen.They accomodate our request for halal dinner and breakfast. Transport provided to/fro the hotel which is convenient. They also made up our bed while we had our dinner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is extremely hospitable and helpful. I really liked how they gave me a ride to the station every morning. Breakfast was also very traditional and delicious. I felt like I got a good Japanese experience staying here, honestly I wish I stayed longer. Definitely planning to make another trip to Japan soon, and I would stay here again in a heart beat! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025