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Ryokufuso (Zashiki-warashi Inn)

Ryokufuso (Zashiki-warashi Inn)

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Iwate · Tohoku

A ryokan in the Kindaichi Onsen area of Ninohe famous for its resident zashiki-warashi child-spirit (Kamemaro); coords are the adjacent Kindaichi Onsen station as an approximation. (Location approximate — verify before routing.)

Why it's hidden

A niche yokai/folklore site that mainstream itineraries skip entirely.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Opening hours
Seasonal — see below

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station
Kintaichi-Onsen Station · 1 min walk

Note

  • A working ryokan (inn) — an overnight stay by reservation, not a walk-in day visit.
  • Check the inn directly for availability.

Tags

folkloreoff-the-beaten-path

Location

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