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Mihokan - Mihozeki Onsen Ryokan (Registered Tangible Cultural Property)
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Overall guest ratings are high - 4.62 on Rakuten Travel and 4.2 on Jalan. Reviewers give the dinner a particularly strong 4.9, praising the seafood, and breakfast plus morning coffee in the main building are also well liked. Guests report comments such as "a quiet ryokan close to the sea," "having breakfast in a Tangible Cultural Property building is wonderful," and "staff who are raising kids themselves make it easy to ask for advice" - reviewers especially value the historic atmosphere and the hospitality.
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Kids Facilities
7th-Floor View Communal Bath (Miho Bay & Mount Daisen)
7th-Floor View Communal Bath (Miho Bay & Mount Daisen)
This artificial-onsen communal bath on the 7th floor of the new wing looks out over Miho Bay and Mount Daisen. Handrails are fitted at every step, and high-seat chairs are on hand. The changing room is stocked with a kids' chair and wash basin set, baby soap, a diaper bin, and toiletries such as lotion and milky lotion, making it comfortable for families with babies to bathe. The rest area after bathing has vending machines and children's books, useful while you wait.
- •Open 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. (per Jalan's official listing)
- •The changing room has a kids' chair, wash basin set, baby soap, and a diaper bin
- •There is no official statement on whether children not yet toilet-trained may bathe here; if you're concerned, it's best to confirm with the ryokan when booking
- •Day-trip bathing (without an overnight stay) is also available (service has resumed)
Rooftop Private-Hire Open-Air Bath (Natural Onsen)
Rooftop Private-Hire Open-Air Bath (Natural Onsen)
This private-hire open-air bath sits on the roof of the new wing, with views of Miho Bay and Mount Daisen from 30 meters above ground. It's a natural onsen with a choice of two tubs - one hinoki cypress, one Oribe ware - offering an open, scenic, and luxuriously private setting. It's reservation-only for 50 minutes, well suited to families with young children who want time together in private.
- •Fee-based and reservation-only (50 minutes per group, reference price JPY 2,200)
- •Natural onsen (mixed with tap water, heated and recirculated)
Baby and Kids' Item Rental
Baby and Kids' Item Rental
Strollers are available for free rental. Bed fences / bed guards are limited in number, so reserving in advance is recommended. A humidifier, crib, CD player, and more are also available to borrow, helping families traveling with small children pack lighter, even for longer stays.
- checkStroller (free)
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- checkBed fence / bed guard (limited quantity)
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- checkCD player
- •Bed fences / bed guards are limited in number, so it's best to request one when you book
- •Free rental of fishing rods and bait is also available, for fishing in Miho Bay
Kids' Meals and Baby Food Support
Kids' Meals and Baby Food Support
Kids' kaiseki courses are available, and food allergies can be discussed when you book. Baby food can be prepared on request, and baby food and diapers can also be purchased in the building. Children's tableware is provided, and hot water (60°C) for making formula is delivered to your room, so families with babies can worry less about mealtimes.
- •Baby food is available on request (discuss when you book)
- •Children's tableware, yukata, pajamas, and slippers are provided
- •Hot water (60°C) for making formula is provided in the room
Overview
Mihokan is a long-established kaiseki ryokan in Mihonoseki whose main building, completed in 1908 (Meiji 41), is registered as a National Tangible Cultural Property. The observation communal bath (an artificial onsen) on the 7th floor of the new wing looks out over Miho Bay and Mount Daisen, the highest peak in the Chugoku region, and a rooftop private-hire open-air bath with natural onsen water (fee, reservation required) is also available. The ryokan is known for its kaiseki cuisine built around fresh seafood landed at Sakaiminato, and for breakfast served in the cultural-property main building. Across the main building, new wing, three fully private annexes, and a guesthouse wing - six buildings in all - guests can choose a stay suited to their family size and travel style.
Mihokan is a kaiseki ryokan with more than 100 years of history, whose main building - completed in 1908 (Meiji 41) - was registered as a National Tangible Cultural Property in 2004. It was the first operating ryokan in Shimane Prefecture to receive this cultural-property designation, and it still uses fittings and features such as a black rotary telephone dating from the Meiji and Taisho eras. With six buildings in total - the new wing, the main building, three private annexes (Hanare, Zakuro, and Tsukina Rikyu), and the guesthouse Kamura - guests can choose accommodations to match their family size and travel style.
Bathing
The observation communal bath on the 7th floor of the new wing is an artificial onsen with sweeping views of Miho Bay and Mount Daisen. Handrails are fitted at every step, and high-seat chairs are kept on hand. The changing room is stocked with a kids' chair and wash basin set, baby soap, a diaper bin, and toiletries such as lotion and milky lotion, making it easy for families with babies to bathe comfortably. The rooftop private-hire open-air bath is a natural onsen with a stunning view of Miho Bay from 30 meters above ground, with a choice of two baths - one hinoki cypress, one Oribe ware. It is reservation-only for 50 minutes and carries a fee (reference price JPY 2,200 per group), making it well suited to private family time.
Dining
Every morning, the owner or head chef travels to the fish auction at Sakaiminato across the water, or to the landing site for the Mihonoseki large fixed-net fishery, to source fresh seafood for the kaiseki menu. The signature crab courses feature the winter flavors of the San'in region - matsuba crab (November through late March) and beni-zuwai crab (mid-September through June). Breakfast is served in the great hall of the cultural-property main building, with dishes such as sashimi of shiroika squid and silver salmon, dried local fish, shijimi clam miso soup from Lake Shinji, and rice grown in the black soil of Mount Daisen. Kids' kaiseki courses and allergy accommodations are also available on request.
Support for families with kids
The ryokan offers rental of children's yukata, pajamas, and slippers, children's tableware, baby food prepared on request, baby food and diapers for purchase in the building, hot water (60°C) delivered to the room for making formula, free stroller rental, and rental of a bed fence / bed guard (limited quantity), a crib, and a humidifier. Free rental of fishing rods and bait is also available, so families can enjoy fishing right in front of the ryokan in Miho Bay.
Rooms
The new wing has 17 rooms, mostly Japanese-style tatami rooms, all with a shower toilet and free Wi-Fi. Rooms face either the mountain side or the sea side, and sea-side rooms look out over Miho Bay and Mount Daisen. The annexes Hanare, Zakuro, and Tsukina Rikyu are each reserved for just one group per day, offering a private stay in a cultural-property old building, a renovated 100-year-old traditional house, or a secluded standalone house.
Access and shuttle
About 30 to 40 minutes from Yonago IC via National Route 431, depending on the route, or about 15-20 minutes by taxi from Yonago Airport or Sakaiminato Station. A shuttle is available from Sakaiminato Station/Shichirui Port (JPY 2,000 per group) and from Yonago Airport/Manbara Bus Terminal (JPY 2,500 per group); reservation required, and it may be unavailable during busy periods. Parking is free for 50 cars, with a covered garage, a wheelchair-accessible elevator, wheelchair parking spaces, and a wheelchair-accessible shared restroom.
Nearby sightseeing
Mihokan makes a convenient base for exploring San'in: Mihonoseki Shrine, the head shrine of the god Ebisu, is one minute on foot; the Aoishidatami-dori stone-paved street begins right at the door; Mizuki Shigeru Road is about 20 minutes by car; the National Treasure Matsue Castle is about 45 minutes by car; and Izumo Taisha Shrine is about 90 minutes by car.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 570 Mihonoseki, Mihonoseki-cho, Matsue-shi, Shimane 690-1501 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 30-40 minutes from Yonago IC via National Route 431. About 15-20 minutes by taxi from Yonago Airport or Sakaiminato Station (about 40 minutes to 1 hour by bus). From Matsue Station, take the bus bound for Mihonoseki Bus Terminal, transfer at Manbara, then ride the Mihonoseki town bus for about 80 minutes. A shuttle is available - JPY 2,000 per group from Sakaiminato Station or Shichirui Port, and JPY 2,500 per group from Yonago Airport or Manbara Bus Terminal (reservation required; may be unavailable during busy periods). |
| trainNearest station | Sakaiminato Station |
| local_parkingParking | Free parking for 50 cars (per the official FAQ). There is also a covered garage and wheelchair-accessible parking (per JTB accessibility information). |
| callPhone | +81-852-73-0111 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, Diners Club, UC, DC, NICOS, OMC, UFJ Card, Mastercard, Saison, JACCS, CF, LIFE, ORICO, JTB, Rakuten Card |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.mihokan.co.jp/open_in_new |
Reference price as of August 23, 2026 (stay date 2026-09-19). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ryokan have cribs or bed guards for babies?
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Yes. A crib is available to borrow, along with a bed fence / bed guard for younger children (the bed fence/bed guard is limited in quantity), so it's best to request these when you book. A stroller is available for free rental.
Is the bath suitable for young children, and is there a private family bath?
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Yes. The 7th-floor communal view bath has a kids' chair, wash basin set, baby soap, a diaper bin, and skincare amenities in the changing room, plus handrails at every step. The ryokan does not state specifically whether children who are not yet toilet-trained may use it - if you're unsure, confirm with the ryokan when you book. There is also a reservation-only, fee-based rooftop private-hire open-air bath (50 minutes, reference price JPY 2,200 per group) if you'd rather bathe as a family in private.
Can the ryokan prepare baby food or kids' meals?
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Yes. Baby food is available for children age 2 and under (JPY 1,100 tax included, rice porridge plus two side dishes at dinner) - let the ryokan know in advance. Dinner for young children is served as a kids' lunch-style plate, and the kitchen can accommodate food allergies on request. Baby food and diapers can also be purchased in the building.
How do you get to Mihokan, and is there a shuttle from the station or airport?
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By car it's about 30-40 minutes from Yonago IC via National Route 431. By taxi it's about 15-20 minutes from Yonago Airport or Sakaiminato Station. A reservation-required shuttle also runs: JPY 2,000 per group from Sakaiminato Station or Shichirui Port, and JPY 2,500 per group from Yonago Airport or Manbara Bus Terminal (may be unavailable during busy periods). Free parking for 50 cars is available on-site.
What kind of meals does the ryokan serve?
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Dinner is a seafood-focused kaiseki course using fish and shellfish sourced fresh each morning from Sakaiminato, including seasonal crab courses (matsuba crab from November to late March, and beni-zuwai crab from mid-September to June). Breakfast is served in the great hall of the Nationally Registered Tangible Cultural Property main building. Dinner is served either in a private dining room or in your own room.
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