Set near the northern coast of Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture, Toyooka is a charming destination for culture aficionados and wellness-focused travellers alike. Previously a groups of nearby towns, the city was fused together in 2005, and is surrounded by the picturesque San'in Kaigan Geopark. A growing selection of accommodation options range from private houses to traditional ryokans. Warm and inviting, the best places to stay in Toyooka are perfect for a peaceful trip as a couple or with family and friends.
Stroll around the city centre on foot, popping into bustling markets and designer shops. Nicknamed ‘bag city’, Toyooka has been involved in producing bags for almost 1,000 years, so it really is the ideal place to go shopping! Nearby cultural and heritage highlights include the Izushi Castle Town, the gorgeous Street of Kinosaki Onsen and the stone formations of Genbudo Park, formed 1.6 million years ago by a volcanic eruption. Conservation efforts in Hyogo Park to protect the region’s Oriental White Stork mean that the birds are visible once again — do visit if you’re interested in wildlife.
With hikes, bird-watching and restorative thermal baths in the vicinity, the best places to stay in Toyooka promise a truly restorative holiday.
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Toyooka (Kinosaki)
A traditional ryokan in Kinosaki with authentic Japanese decor and original artwork throughout. Suites boast their own garden and spa bath. Public and private hot spring bathing for all guests and the restaurant serves fresh, locally produced seafood and tajima beef. Family friendly and good value.
Toyooka (Hyogo)
Step into a refined oasis in Toyooka, where past meets present, housed within a restored bank from 1925. Relish the blend of old-world charm and modern comforts, savouring locally sourced delicacies at Terroir Et Nature. Perfect for seasoned travellers seeking a taste of luxury steeped in tradition.
Toyooka (Japan)
Adult-only hot spring inn in central Kinosaki. Comfortable rooms are an updated take on traditional design with simple calming decor, neutral tones and tatami mats. Outstanding menu features local, seasonal seafood and award-winning Tajima beef. Ideal for couples, solo travellers & local exploring.
Toyooka (Kinosaki)
A welcoming hot spring hotel set in the wooded outskirts of Kinosaki with traditional, Japanese style rooms. Wooden panelling and neutral tones accentuate the natural environment. The best rooms have a private open-air onsen. Seasonal menus champion local seafood. An authentic, tranquil stay.
Toyooka
Adult only hot spring inn in the heart of Kinosaki. Rooms are simple: some featuring tatami mats, futons and chabudai dining tables, others in western style; plus there are two modern concept rooms. World renowned Tajima Beef is the culinary highlight. An updated take on the traditional ryokan.
Toyooka (Toyooka-shi)
The 150-year-old Nishimuraya Honkan boasts traditional Japanese accommodation (tatami woven-straw flooring and futon bedding) in the town of Kinosaki. Try their different onsens, relax in the lounge with a cup of tea or read a book in the luscious garden. Top-notch cuisine! A simply superb stay.
Toyooka
Backed by the forested foothills of Mt Daishi, this hot spring hotel boasts minimalist Western & Japanese style rooms, the best feature forest views & open air baths. The hotel offers a relaxed restaurant/bar, private dining & specialty seasonal seafood dishes. Casual elegance in a tranquil setting.
