wanoi KAKUNODATE

Hotels
9.7 (77 reviews)
11-1 Kakunodatemachi Tamachikamichō , Senboku , jp

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Breakfast in the room
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Unique historical experience
Exceptional hospitality
Cons:
Missing a teapot
Limited seating comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
9.52
The stay was noted for incredible hospitality and cleanliness.
Service
10
Staff were described as very friendly and massively helpful.
Location
9.52
Unique experience in a historical area, though some mentioned it could be tricky to find.
Room Quality
9.52
Spacious accommodations, but some noted seating comfort issues.
Amenities
9.52
Historical uniqueness supported by modern comforts.
Value for Money
9.52
Overall experience deemed worth the cost.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast was a masterpiece of Japanese bento, highly praised.
Overall Experience
10
Exceptional and unforgettable stay highlighted in multiple reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 05:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Convenient Location
Located in Senboku, Wanoi Kakunodate offers free WiFi and parking, just steps away from Kakunodate Station. The air-conditioned rooms are elegantly furnished with modern amenities like a coffee machine and flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy a comfortable stay with a safety deposit box and private bathroom in each room, complete with plush bed linens and towels.

Nearby Attractions and Transportation
Explore the area with ease as Omagari Station, Tazawako Station, and Lake Tazawa are within a short distance. For those arriving by train, Shizukuishi Station is also easily accessible. Additionally, Akita Airport is located just 42 km away for convenient travel.

Relaxing and Smoke-Free Environment
Escape the hustle and bustle in our non-smoking property, ensuring a peaceful atmosphere for all guests. Book your stay at Wanoi Kakunodate for a tranquil and enjoyable experience.

Important information:

Please note that the property can only be accessed via stairs.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 77 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.52
Service: 10
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 9.52
Amenities: 9.52
Value for Money: 9.52
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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chingwen extended_group tw
10
Pros:

非常特殊的體驗,從一進門到離開,都是如此。老房子維護得很好,餐食、服務、居住體驗,無一不是完美的。非常感謝你們,給我們一個美好的居住與旅程回憶。

Cons:

沒有,一切都非常棒!

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Ben couple gb
10
Fantastic place to stay. Really impressed.
Pros:

The whole experience was exceptional. Massive rice barn conversion with all the amenities and facilities you could wish for. The included dinner, in the restaurant, was incredibly good and showcased local cuisine. Breakfast was delivered to our room (with an unexpected side of earthquake!) and it was delicious. All in all its worth the splurge, in a wonderful small town, with well preserved Edo period houses, many of which you can visit. I wish we could have stayed more than one night, two would have been perfect. All the staff in reception and restaurant were charming and accommodating. A very enjoyable stay, one of our highlights in our trip to Japan

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Virginie solo_traveller ch
10
Pros:

C’est le plus bel hotel que nous avons fait de notre séjour de 4 mois au Japon! Le personenel est au petit soin! Les chambres sont des vrais musées c’était exceptionnelle!

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Talitha solo_traveller ch
10
if you can afford to splurge once in a while, stay here when you visit Kakunodate
Pros:

You are actually staying in a house that resembles all the samurai houses that make this little, sleepy town famous.

Cons:

it’s a half board concept, breakfast was great (all Japanese fyi), diner was a tiny bit underwhelming, considering the wonderful setup and atmosphere.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Ehud couple il
10
This hotel is like stepping back in time
Pros:

We truly enjoyed our stay, even though it was only for one night.

The room we stayed in was located in what used to be the storehouse of a samurai castle. It was an enormous two-story suite.

The renovation is exceptional, with carefully preserved historical features and thoughtfully selected period details throughout. Every decorative element and even the tableware perfectly matched the atmosphere. The room was spotlessly clean, the craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding, and everything was finished to the highest standard.

The private onsen-style bath was a unique and memorable experience.

The service was exceptional from start to finish. The staff were warm, attentive, and provided hospitality of the highest standard.

Dinner at the adjacent restaurant was outstanding. Every course was even better than the last.

Cons:

Thea only minor drawback just as a note was that there is no bathroom on the sleeping floor. If you need to get up during the night, you have to be careful of the low wooden beams.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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_kawabata_ solo_traveller at
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Chun-Lin couple tw
10
Pros:

飯店人員有禮,熱心協助解決問題,非常好的住宿體驗!

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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YI TING extended_group tw
10
Pros:

一段令人驚嘆的歷史住宿經驗
接待人員非常好
還會帶我們介紹建築物的歷史
即使英文沒有那麼好 但還是盡力翻譯給我們
晚餐也非常好吃!

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Luitgard family_with_children de
10
Außergewöhnliches Erlebnis
Pros:

Diese Unterkunft ist ein wirklich außergewöhnliches Erlebnis, kein normales Hotel. Wir waren in einem schön restaurierten Haus eines Tuchhändlers untergebracht. Der Service ist extrem zuvorkommend. Durch einen Sturm änderten sich unsere Reisezeiten außerhalb der angegebenen Check-In Zeit, trotzdem wurden wir selbstverständlich persönlich vom Bahnhof abgeholt und konnten die Unterkunft schon beziehen. Das hervorragende Abendessen (7 Gänge Menü) wird in einer sehr schönen Lokalität serviert, zu der man natürlich auch persönlich gefahren wird. Man taucht in die Samurai-Epoche ein. Alles in allem nicht billig, trotzdem auf jeden Fall lohnend, weil einzigartig! Vielen Dank noch einmal an das wunderbare Personal!

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything. The place itself is amazing, a former samurai house. It felt very special. The decor is tasteful, they tried to really keep within local craftsmanship (you can buy the cups elsewhere in town, miso soup is fermented locally, etc) and it is very thoughtful.
The staff was amazingly helpful in every aspect.
Genuinely loved the place.

Cons:

Nothing really.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Paul extended_group fr
9
Pros:

Great and very unique property. Food was very tasty, and surrounding city most interesting.

Cons:

Wifi was slow.
Exit light sign in the room was quite bright.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Bongkot family_with_children th
10
Pros:

- The room and its interior
- We stayed in the Sakurabito, the garden view was very lovely.
- Both dinner and breakfast were really nice. Expecially, dinner with the fusion style.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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André couple ch
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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KUMI solo_traveller jp
10
Pros:

蔵の宿泊は素晴らしい経験でした

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Richard couple nz
10
Blissful!
Pros:

Amazing place to stay. Very traditional samurai accommodation. Most attractions within walking distance. Onsen bath was very relaxing. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Would 100% stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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danielaraucci solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Wanoi Kakunodate non è semplicemente una struttura alberghiera, ma una vera esperienza immersiva nella storia del Giappone. Si soggiorna all'interno di antichi kura, i tradizionali magazzini giapponesi, restaurati con straordinaria cura e trasformati in eleganti suite di lusso, mantenendo però intatta la loro identità storica. Ogni ambiente racconta una storia e permette di fare un autentico viaggio nel tempo.
La struttura dispone di sei suite, tutte diverse tra loro e ispirate all'utilizzo originario degli edifici. Noi abbiamo soggiornato nell'antico magazzino destinato alla conservazione dei sottaceti (Gakkogura), e ogni dettaglio della suite richiama questa tradizione: dagli elementi d'arredo agli oggetti decorativi, tutto è stato progettato per valorizzare la storia del luogo.
Il restauro è stato eseguito in modo impeccabile, utilizzando materiali di altissima qualità e valorizzando le strutture originali. Più che un hotel, sembra di soggiornare in un piccolo museo dove storia, design e comfort convivono perfettamente.
La struttura offre anche un comodo servizio di trasferimento da e per la stazione di Kakunodate, anche se questa è facilmente raggiungibile a piedi in pochi minuti. La colazione è inclusa e viene servita direttamente in camera sotto forma di bento accompagnato da riso e zuppa di miso: semplice, autentica e davvero deliziosa.
Un'altra esperienza memorabile è stata la cena servita nel ristorante ricavato da un antico magazzino del riso, situato accanto alla reception. L'ambiente è elegante e raffinato, il servizio impeccabile e il menù cambia ogni sera valorizzando ingredienti e tradizioni locali.

È stato un soggiorno rigenerante sotto ogni aspetto, nel cuore del celebre villaggio dei samurai di Kakunodate. Un luogo capace di trasmettere storia, tranquillità e autenticità come pochi altri.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Chie extended_group us
10
Historical property supported by exceptional staff
Pros:

This property was owned by a bushi/ samurai now converted into 6 guest rooms, a restaurant and a reception. Each room has its own design and is decorated differently. We stayed in the Bushi-gura. The room was very clean and functional. Spacious and nicely decorated. Staff were exceptional. We were traveling with my 93 year old mother. They accommodated our requests and needs. I will definitely recommend this place and hope to go back.

Cons:

None.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Eric couple fr
10
Superbe. On y retourne quand ?
Pros:

Exceptionnel. Plongée dans une atmosphère hors du temps. Accord parfait du bâtiment ancien et de sa transformation dans le respect de son histoire. Le volume, les éclairages , le bois , la literie ... tout s 'accorde parfaitement. Personnel aux petits soins, qualité et présentation de la nourriture complètent ce moment rare.

Cons:

Le choix d' un petit déjeuner continental serait apprécié.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Yoshiko solo_traveller jp
10
エクセレント
Pros:

清潔感、部屋の雰囲気、朝食

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Ann couple gb
10
Highly recommend !
Pros:

Everything ! It was unique, comfortable and far exceeded or expectations

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-16 via Nuitee