Dotonbori Kaneyoshi Ryokan
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Rakuten Travel rating 4.33 out of 5 (376 reviews). This Japanese-style ryokan of about 15 rooms was founded in Taisho 8 (1919) and stands on the bank of the Dotonbori canal. Under its promise that families with children can stay with peace of mind, it offers a generous range of items to borrow, including children's tableware, children's chairs, diapers, picture books and a bath mat, which makes it popular with parents of little ones. Guests also praise the calm tatami rooms, the Showa-retro communal bath, the river view over Dotonbori and the convenient location.
Kids Facilities
Tatami rooms with plenty of children's items
Tatami rooms with plenty of children's items
Under its promise that families with children can stay with peace of mind, the ryokan lends children's tableware (plates, spoons and forks), children's chairs, diapers and diaper disposal bags, disposable bibs, a bath mat, picture books, and yukata for children who have not yet started elementary school; please inquire in advance. The calm tatami rooms let the whole family stretch out and relax.
- •Children's tableware and chairs available to borrow
- •Diapers, a bath mat and picture books available to borrow as well
- •Calm tatami rooms
Showa-retro communal bath
Showa-retro communal bath
The compact communal bath has the nostalgic feel of an old Showa-era public bathhouse, and stretching out in the tub is a fine way to ease the tiredness of a day's sightseeing. Families can take their time in the bath together.
- •A communal bath roomy enough to stretch out your legs
- •A nostalgic Showa-retro atmosphere
- •Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the bath, but as some other guests may feel uneasy about them, the ryokan asks for your understanding.
A base for sightseeing in Dotonbori
A base for sightseeing in Dotonbori
Dotonbori and its Glico sign are just a short walk away, and Nippombashi (Kuromon Market and Den Den Town), Shinsekai and Namba are all within walking distance. Rooms on the canal side also enjoy a river view over the Dotonbori canal. It is a base for a family trip built around Osaka food and sightseeing.
- •Just a short walk to Dotonbori and the Glico sign
- •Kuromon Market and Namba within walking distance
- •A river view over the Dotonbori canal
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Overview
Dotonbori Kaneyoshi Ryokan is a Japanese-style ryokan founded in Taisho 8 (1919), standing on the bank of the Dotonbori canal in the Dotonbori area with its Glico sign. Although it sits in the middle of the entertainment district, inside it is all calm tatami rooms where you can stretch out and relax. Its promise that families with children can stay with peace of mind has made it popular with parents of little ones: children's tableware (plates, spoons and forks), children's chairs, diapers and diaper disposal bags, disposable bibs, a bath mat and picture books are all available to borrow. The Showa-retro communal bath is a good place to soak away a long day, and rooms on the canal side look out over Dotonbori. With only about 15 rooms, this small ryokan offers attentive, personal hospitality.
Dotonbori Kaneyoshi Ryokan is a Japanese-style ryokan founded in Taisho 8 (1919), standing on the bank of the Dotonbori canal in the Dotonbori area of Chuo-ku, Osaka, home to the Glico sign. It has about 15 rooms.
Hospitality that puts parents at ease
The ryokan's promise that families with children can stay with peace of mind, together with its tatami rooms and communal bath, has made it popular with parents of little ones. Children's tableware (plates, spoons and forks), children's chairs, diapers and diaper disposal bags, disposable bibs, a bath mat, picture books, and yukata and samue (a two-piece Japanese-style outfit) for children who have not yet started elementary school are all available to borrow; please inquire in advance. Being a small ryokan, it can give each guest attentive, personal care. Meals accommodating allergies can also be arranged.
Tatami rooms and a Showa-retro communal bath
Even in the middle of the entertainment district, the interior is all calm tatami rooms where you can stretch out and relax. The compact communal bath has the nostalgic feel of an old Showa-era public bathhouse, a welcome place to unwind. Rooms on the canal side also enjoy a river view over the Dotonbori canal. Each floor has a free water server and a microwave, and guests are welcome to bring in their own food and drinks.
A base for sightseeing in Dotonbori
Dotonbori and its Glico sign are just a short walk away, and Nippombashi (Kuromon Market and Den Den Town), Shinsekai and Namba are all within walking distance. It makes an ideal base for a family trip built around Osaka food and sightseeing.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 3-12 Soemon-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka 542-0084 |
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| directions_carAccess | About a 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Nippombashi Station on the Kintetsu and subway lines, or about a 7-minute walk from Exit 14 of Namba Station on the subway. |
| trainNearest station | Nippombashi Station |
| local_parkingParking | There is no parking. Guests use the pay parking lots in the surrounding area. |
| callPhone | +81-6-6211-6337 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UC, DC, NICOS, OMC, Bank Card, UFJ Card, Mastercard, Saison, AEON, CF, ORICO, View, West, Rakuten Card, ANA, JAL |
| languageOfficial site | https://kaneyosi.jp/open_in_new |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Dotonbori Kaneyoshi Ryokan best suited to?
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It has facilities that work especially well for babies and toddlers (ages 0 to 2) and children aged 3 and over. There is no age limit, and families with children of any age can stay.
Is there parking at Dotonbori Kaneyoshi Ryokan?
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Parking: There is no parking. Guests use the pay parking lots in the surrounding area.
How do you get to Dotonbori Kaneyoshi Ryokan?
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About a 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Nippombashi Station on the Kintetsu and subway lines, or about a 7-minute walk from Exit 14 of Namba Station on the subway.
Are there amenities for children?
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Children's amenities include yukata, samue (a two-piece Japanese-style outfit), children's chairs, bibs, diapers and diaper disposal bags. Advance notice is required if you would like to use them.
Are there items for children, such as picture books?
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A bath mat, children's cutlery and picture books are available.
Can we bring in and warm baby food, and prepare powdered formula?
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You are welcome to bring in your own food and drinks. The microwave in the lobby can be used to warm baby food, and there is also a water server, which makes preparing powdered formula easy.
Is there a charge for co-sleeping?
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A facility usage fee of 1,100 yen (tax included) per child applies even for co-sleeping children. Co-sleeping is available for children up to age 2, without bedding or amenities. For children aged 3 and over, please book with bedding.
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