Fodor's Expert Review Tamachi Bukeyashiki Hotel
23 Tamachi Shimocho, Kakunodatemachi, Akita-ken, 014-0312, Japan
Perhaps the fanciest ryokan in town, the Tamachi Bukeyashiki Hotel has dark-wood floors, antique furnishings, glowing lanterns, and shoji screens that give the place a warm and welcoming vibe. The property is surrounded with black wooden fences, just like those of samurai houses. It's in a convenient location for shopping and sightseeing, and the nearby historic neighborhood is a great place to stroll, particularly in the evening after the tourists are gone. A Japanese breakfast—including locally grown vegetables and rice—is included in the standard rates.
PROS
- genuine charm
- luxurious feel
- gourmet cuisine
CONS
- a bit pricey for some
- have to travel across town for a hot-spring bath
- lots of stairs