Rakucho

Frommer's Review

This member of the Japanese Inn Group isn't as conveniently situated as most of the other inns listed above, but that shouldn't stop anyone from staying in this well-kept 70-year-old ryokan, managed by English-speaking Kimiko Urade and her son. All but one of the spotless tatami rooms, decorated with such traditional touches as scrolls, have views of a small peaceful garden. Entrance to the ryokan is through a well-tended tiny courtyard filled with plants. There's a computer in the lobby with free Internet access and an international phone, as well as two communal refrigerators, a toaster, a microwave, and free instant coffee.

Facilities:
Coin-op washers and dryers; lobby computer w/free Internet access; communal kitchenette

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