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Kounkan

Property class: 3

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A modern hotel with a spacious outdoor deck, a pool, and a dining area with outdoor seating.
A stone staircase leading to a building entrance with a sign in a foreign language.
A spacious interior with a curved staircase, a large seating area, and a high ceiling.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.
A spacious indoor area with a large circular floor, wooden ceiling, and a row of chairs along the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$558
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Explore the area

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175-1 Ikahomachi Ikaho, Shibukawa, Gunma, 377-0102
  • Place, Ikaho Onsen Stone Stair Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ikaho Shrine
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ikaho Onsen
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with papers, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with chairs.

Room

  • Sleeps 7
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Japanese Style Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to an outdoor area with a view of trees and a garden.

Japanese-style Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to an outdoor area with a view of trees and a garden.

Japanese-style Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Shibukawa

At Kounkan you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ikaho Hoshina Art Museum and TokuTomi Roka Memorial Museum of Literature. Highlights at this ryokan include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. .Near this 3-property class Shibukawa ryokan, you'll find Ikaho Onsen.

What's nearby

  • Ikaho Hoshina Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ikaho Onsen Stone Stair Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ikaho Shrine - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Takehisa Yumeji Ikaho Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ikaho Onsen - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Takasaki Station - 26 min drive
  • Tokyo (HND-Haneda) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SARA'S terrasse Arraiya - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪PICNEO (ピクネオ) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪茶屋たまき - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪香 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪てんてまり - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Kounkan

Kounkan offers its guests spa services and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Shibukawa ryokan.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Kounkan offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bidets and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours a day.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Guests who book half board rate plans must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Kouunkan Inn Shibukawa

Kouunkan Shibukawa

Kounkan Inn Shibukawa

Kounkan Inn

Kounkan Shibukawa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kounkan?

Kounkan offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kounkan?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kounkan on 17 Sept 2026 start from AU$558, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kounkan?

Yep, Kounkan has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Kounkan?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments.

What makes Kounkan a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kounkan.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Kounkan?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Kounkan serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kounkan?

No, Kounkan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kounkan?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kounkan?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kounkan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

たかこ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お風呂　食事　スタッフとても良かったです。静かにゆっくりと贅沢な時間を過ごせました。
朝食
夜食事デザート
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yuji

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
何事にもお気遣い頂きありがとうございました。笑顔での対応で心が暖かくのんびり過ごせる事ができ良かったです。 そして誕生日と言う事を覚えていてプレゼント🎁を頂きありがとうございました。 嬉しいです。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

????

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何度かリピしています。今回も寛げました。ご飯は美味しいし、スタッフも大変親切です。洗面所の水の流れが良くなかったので直した方がいいかもです、また利用したいです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yuji

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
早くに駐車場に着きましたが、とても気持ち良く受け入をしていただきました。この後の予定は観光ですか？と聞かれたので、ちょっと観光をしてみようかと思っていますと言うと、では石段まで送迎しますねと言って頂きとても助かりました。 お食事も自分達に合わせて次の品を出して頂きとてもゆったりとした時間を過ごせました。 お部屋の名前にあった装飾でとても素晴らしいかったです♪ ゆったりとした時間、癒しを求めて一度訪れて見てはいかがでしょうか。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

???

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても　対応も良く、心地の良い時間を過ごす事が出来ました。 お世話になったスタッフの方々　本当にありがとうございました😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

最高のおもてなし

最高のおもてなしでした 一日10組の宿なので、とても静かでのんびり過ごすことができました。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yukino

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
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2/10 Terrible

くー

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017