{"id":1200,"date":"2025-12-04T16:36:26","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T07:36:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kochou.jp\/?page_id=1200"},"modified":"2026-03-04T10:50:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T01:50:54","slug":"about-kochou","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kochou.jp\/?page_id=1200&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"About Kochou"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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About Kochou<\/span><\/h2>
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We preserve the traditions of the past,
welcome new inspirations,
and hold dear the timeless spirit of Japan.<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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We at Kochou are devoted to preserving the timeless beauty of traditional Japanese hospitality, cherishing each once-in-a-lifetime encounter with our guests as a precious bond.
Within the limited time of your stay, we believe in treating every guest with genuine care and heartfelt consideration. This sincere, personal attention is the essence of what we call \u201chospitality from the heart.\u201d
To ensure this level of attentiveness, our ryokan welcomes only seven groups per day. By limiting the number of guests, we are able to offer truly personalized service and create a peaceful, intimate atmosphere for each and every stay.

We value tranquility over crowds.
Warmth over manuals.

Through these small but meaningful commitments, we aspire to become \u201cthe kindest inn in Japan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Unscripted Hospitality<\/span><\/h3>
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Offering Travelers Comfort and a Gentle, Caring Heart.<\/span><\/div><\/div>
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At our inn, we do not rely on a manual for hospitality.
Our approach is not about excessive or scripted service, but about ensuring that every traveler feels truly at ease during their stay.
We welcome our guests with a gentle heart, valuing each encounter and treating others with genuine thoughtfulness.
By blending the beauty of Japanese tradition, our natural hot springs, and a touch of modern creativity, we offer hospitality that is heartfelt and sincere to all who visit us.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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<\/div>Accommodation Information<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Check-in\/Check-out<\/td>Check-in from 2 PM \/ Check-out by 11 AM<\/td><\/tr>
Payment<\/td>Various credit cards (local settlement)
JCB, VISA, Mastercard, American Express, UC, DC, NICOS, Diners Club, UFJ, Saison, Debit Card<\/td><\/tr>
Parking Lot\u30fbShuttle Service<\/td>Flat parking lot for approximately 30 vehicles. Free shuttle service available from JR Kaga-Onsen Station (advance reservation required).<\/td><\/tr>
Number of rooms<\/td>7 rooms<\/td><\/tr>
Room Amenities and Supplies<\/td>TV\/Cable TV\/Phone\/Free Wi-Fi\/Electric kettle\/Tea set\/Refrigerator\/Mini-bar\/Hair dryer\/Desk lamp\/Body soap\/Shampoo\/Conditioner\/Toothbrush set\/Razor\/Shower cap\/Comb\/Brush\/Towel\/Bath towel\/Yukata<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>Facilities and Services<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>Private Dining Room<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Enjoy meals in private rooms while being soothed by the seasonal views.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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<\/div>KURA\u3000Garary<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A selection of Koch\u014d\u2019s treasured pieces, including works of Old Kutani porcelain, is on display.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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<\/div>Traditional Japanese Massage<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A therapist will come to your room.
Service hours: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM (Reservations required)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Other<\/span>
Souvenir Corner
Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary tea and sweets upon arrival<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/div>Important Notes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Cancellation Policy<\/td>Cancellation fees are as follows:
On the day of arrival: 100% of the accommodation fee
2 days prior: 80% of the accommodation fee
7 days prior: 50% of the accommodation fee<\/td><\/tr>
Regarding No-Shows Without Notification<\/td>No-shows will be charged as follows:
No-shows\/no-arrival without notice: 100% of the accommodation fee<\/td><\/tr>
Barrier-free accessibility<\/td>Wheelchairs for Loan \u203bTo ensure a comfortable and worry-free experience, please contact your accommodation directly in advance.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>Access<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

If you are arriving by train, please get off at JR Kaga Onsen Station. We offer complimentary shuttle service. (Advance reservation is required.)
\u203bPlease note that we are unable to provide shuttle service after 6:00 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Tokyo<\/td>“Hokuriku Shinkansen\/Kagayaki-Hakutaka”
Tokyo Station – Kanazawa Station –
Kaga-Onsen Station…Approx. 2 hours 47 minutes<\/td><\/tr>
From Osaka<\/td>“Hokuriku Main Line \/Thunderbird” Osaka\u2013Tsuruga…1 hour 20 minutes
“Hokuriku Shinkansen\/Hakutaka” Tsuruga\u2013Kaga Onsen Station…33 minutes<\/td><\/tr>
From Nagoya<\/td>“T\u014dkaid\u014d\/Hokuriku Main Line \/ Shirasagi” Nagoya\u2013Tsuruga\u20261 hour 40 minutes
“Hokuriku Shinkansen\/Hakutaka” Tsuruga\u2013Kaga Onsen Station…33 minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you are coming by car, please exit at the Kaga Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway. It is approximately a 20-minute drive from the Kaga Interchange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Tokyo<\/td>Approximately 6 hours to Kaga IC (Tomei Expressway \u2192 Meishin Expressway \u2192 Hokuriku Expressway)
Approximately 5 hours 40 minutes to Kaga IC (Kan-Etsu Expressway \u2192 Joetsu Expressway \u2192 Hokuriku Expressway)<\/td><\/tr>
From Osaka<\/td>Approximately 3 hours to Kaga IC (Meishin Expressway \u2192 Hokuriku Expressway)<\/td><\/tr>
From Nagoya<\/td>Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to Kaga IC (Tomei Expressway \u2192 Meishin Expressway \u2192 Hokuriku Expressway)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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