Amanohashidate in northern Kyoto Prefecture looks out over the Japan Sea and is renowned for its beautiful scenery. As one of the “three scenic views of Japan,” alongside Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture and Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture, it is a popular destination for many overseas tourists. A sand spit situated in Miyazu Bay it is around 20 meters to 170 meters wide, roughly 3.6km long, and covered with some 8,000 pine trees. It is said to resemble a bridge to heaven, the literal meaning of its Japanese name.
MONJUSOU is a hot spring inn located close to Amanohashidate. It has 29 guest rooms, some with private open-air baths, others tastefully decorated in an authentic Japanese style. All rooms have a fine view of the Amanohashidate Canal and the row of pine trees that leads to Amanohashidate itself. Not only a wonderful place to relax, the inn is perfectly located for exploring Amanohashidate and the surrounding area.
The inn traces its roots back to the Kanshichi-Chaya, which sold mochi (Japanese rice cakes) and tea to travelers in front of the nearby Chionji-Monjudo and continues to operate today. MONJUSOU itself was founded more than 330 years ago, in 1690. The Monjusou Group also operates the Taikyourou and Monjusou Shourotei inns. By placing the greatest importance on the finest hospitality steeped in history and tradition, as well as comfort and sophisticated service, it ensures that every guest enjoys a pleasant stay.
Meals bring together fresh flavors from the Japan Sea and other seasonal ingredients; for example, snow crab and locally caught fish, locally sourced vegetables, or top-quality Wagyu beef, all presented on elegant tableware. Served in the Kyoto kaiseki cuisine style, these dishes allow diners to visually experience the changing seasons before tasting their flavors. The Stone Kiln Restaurant MON, named for its special stone oven, is situated within the inn grounds. Here, diners can enjoy baked dishes that capture the essential umami of ingredients.
MONJUSOU is three minutes on foot from Amanohashidate Station on the Kyoto Tango Railway Miyatoyo line. It is also only a few minutes’ walk from Amanohashidate View Land Chairlift & Monorail, which takes customers to the top of a mountain with spectacular views of Amanohashidate itself, and a short walk from Kaisenkyo Bridge, an unusual structure that rotates to allow ships to pass through the Amanohashidate Canal. The town of Ine, famed for its “funaya” boat houses, is approximately 40 minutes away by car.
MONJUSOU is an ideal base for exploring Amanohashidate and the surrounding area.
Address
510 Monju, Miyazu City, KYOTO
Telephone Number
+81-772-22-7111
Official site
https://monjusou.com/eng.html
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Room rate: From ¥33,000 per person per night