Akaishi Ryokan was the perfect traditional Japanese experience located on the shores of Lake Kawaguchi. Our room looked onto the beautiful Mt Fuji and the rooftop terrace has 360 views of Fuji and also the lake. The rooms are cosy, with tradition futon beds, and the breakfasts are also served beautifully (be aware to specify in advance if you have dietary requirements as the food is just served as you enter).

Lisa United Kingdom

This is a traditional, simple ryokan, located along the lake, about 25 minutes walk from the station. They offer transport to the station the morning you leave but not pick up. The walk, however it's absolutely gorgeous if you don't have much luggage. We stayed in the Japanese style room with tatami and had a perfect wiew of mt Fuji from our window. The toilet was located outside the room but it was close and very clean. The Japanese breakfast in the morning was scrumptious. And, though we didn't have dinner included, there are a few restaurants nearby and facilities to worm up food and eat it in the room.

Carla Spain

I really like the traditional Japanese style room. The room is clean. Although the facilities are a bit old and basic, they are good enough. The hot spring is very good.

Hei Hong Kong

Some of the best mt Fuji views , onsen and authentic hospitality. Great breakfast

Madeleine France

Beautiful location, very friendly staff (although they didn't speak English) and great facilities. The onsen is HOT. It's amazing! Free coffee and tea as well. The location is about 5 minutes from the fireworks show in winter, perfect. There also is a free shuttle bus service to the station, but you could also easily walk it.

Aderynfowr Netherlands

Most comfortable futons we had in Japan, owner upgraded us to a larger room with a direct view of Mt Fuji for free since we were the only guests in the ryokan. Free hot drinks and the hottest onsen bath imaginable, really rejuvenating. Wonderful hospitality with free yukata loan, 360 views of the lake and mountain from the roof terrace, and the breakfast was delicious. Great facilities and good location.

Xi Australia

- Rooftop view that you can see Fuji mount so clear. - morning breakfast that is so good. - service from the family of the owner

Mike Thailand

The breakfast was good, with the price we pay, we got a lot of variety, typical Japanese breakfast. Very impressed by the little plates they used for each dish. Our favourite is the omelette dish, after you consumed the food, the reflection of the Mt. Fuji dramatically appeared in the plate. Service was excellent, appreciated the kindness and thoughtfulness of the owner, he did everything by himself. The dining area was spacious and we always meet different international travellers in the breakfast room, a lot of interesting conversations. Good onsen, and you can see Mt. Fuji on the toproof if weather permits. It is the Japanese style tatami, an unique experience.

Ejean Hong Kong

This was a fabulous all round Japanese experience, from the futons, sleepwear, and outstanding breakfast to surprise views of Mount Fuji. Highly recommended.

Paula Australia

Everything! Three weeks in Japan and my stay at this place and waking up to these views were REMARKABLE! Do not skip there breakfast!!! Worth every penny!

Rebecca Canada