highlights and activities Meet KusushiQui: A New Two-Room Ryokan in Shima Onsen
kusushiQui is a new two-room lodge in Shima Onsen, created by Kashiwaya Ryokan. It's more than just a place to stay, it'...
highlights and activities 
Kashiwaya Ryokan Our Rental Bicycles Have Been Renewed
Kashiwaya Rental Bicycles We’re happy to share that the complimentary rental bicycles for guests staying at Kashiwaya Ry...
Onsen Can You Go to Onsen with Tattoos in Japan? (2026 Complete Guide)
Can you use onsen (hot springs) in Japan with tattoos? Yes — and it’s easier than you think. Discover tattoo-friendly options, including private onsen and rooms with open-air baths.
tattoo friendly Why Are Tattoos Not Allowed in Japanese Onsen? History, Reality & What Travelers Should Know
Kashiwaya's private open-air onsen Why Are Tattoos Not Allowed in Japanese Onsen? If you're planning a trip to Japan and...
Kashiwaya Ryokan The Quiet Beauty of Shima Onsen in June
A Peaceful Escape in Japan’s Rainy Season June may not be the most popular time to travel in Japan.But in Shima Onsen, i...
Kashiwaya Ryokan Spirited Away Vibes in the Heart of Rural Japan: Discovering Shima Onsen and Staying at Kashiwaya Ryokan
Japan is known around the world for its rich tradition of craftsmanship—arts that have been passed down through generati...
Kashiwaya Ryokan We uploaded a new video on our website!
We’ve uploaded an introduction video of Kashiwaya Ryokan to our website and YouTube channel.It’s an easy-to-understand v...
Tips and FAQ How to Travel Japan: The Golden Route
Introduction When you start planning a trip to Japan, you need to decide which area and which city you want to visit, an...
Onsen Enjoy Private Onsen in a Ryokan Near Tokyo: Different Ways to Experience Japanese Hot Springs
Private Onsen in a Ryokan Near Tokyo Japan offers a wide variety of ways to enjoy onsen, from large public baths to mixe...
Shima Onsen Renewable energy to protect our nature : Shima Onsen
Shima Onsen has dams to generate hydroelectricity. Shima Onsen is located in the northwest mountains of Gunma prefecture, and it is spread along the Shima River Valley. To preserve and to utilize resources our mountains and clear river, we have a few hydroelectric dams in this area.