Ookawaso Hotel - Aizuwakamatsu

4-star riverfront ryokan with onsen and live shamisen performances in Aizuwakamatsu

Amenities

Ookawaso offers a free shuttle service from Aizu-wakamatsu and Ashinomaki onsen stations. The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with concierge and tour/ticket assistance. Guests have access to free private parking, a safety deposit box, and a vending machine for convenience.

Rooms

Each superior Japanese-style room at Ashinomaki Onsen Ookawaso is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. Private bathrooms include electronic bidets and complimentary toiletries. Rooms offer views of the river and mountain side, with standard Japanese-style rooms also available.

Dining

The on-site restaurant provides a seasonal Japanese and Western-style buffet breakfast and dinner. Guests can opt for a multi-course kaiseki dinner, with vegetarian options upon request. A kid-friendly buffet is available, and complimentary wine and champagne are offered.

Wellness

The indoor mineral hot spring and open-air bath offer separate areas for men and women. Guests can book a private onsen for 40 minutes at a reasonable price. Spa facilities include massage treatments, a sauna, and a massage chair.

Location & Cultural Experience

Ookawaso is 9 miles from Aizuwakamatsu Castle and 10 miles from Mount Iimori, with Ouchi-juku reachable via the Aizu train line. The hotel is reported to have inspired the Infinity Castle in the Demon Slayer anime. A live shamisen performance takes place in the lobby from 4 pm to 6 pm daily.

• Location: 8 miles from Aizu Higashiyama Onsen, free shuttle from stations
• Rooms: Superior Japanese-style rooms with river views
• Dining: Seasonal buffet breakfast and dinner, kaiseki dinner
• Wellness: Indoor mineral hot spring, private onsen, spa treatments
• Cultural: Inspiration for Demon Slayer Infinity Castle
• Entertainment: Live shamisen performances 4pm-6pm daily