Ryokan Kuramoto

3.0 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop, 4-minute walk to Dotonbori

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2-11-7 Shimanouchi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka-fu, 542-0082
  • Place, Dotonbori
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuromon Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dotonbori Glico Sign
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, Multiple Beds (6 Tatami Mats)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Traditional Room, Multiple Beds (8 Tatami Mats)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Traditional Room, Multiple Beds (10 Tatami Mats)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Osaka

Located in Minami, Ryokan Kuramoto is within a 5-minute walk of Dotonbori and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street. This 24-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and karaoke.

What's nearby

  • Dotonbori - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kuromon Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dotonbori Glico Sign - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nipponbashi - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Spa World - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kitntetsu-Nipponbashi Station - 8 min walk
  • Nippombashi Station - 8 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪故郷羊肉串店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪日本橋 さか一 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪一陽 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪島之内三よ志 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪焼肉ホルモン 万千 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Kuramoto

Hotel with a coffee shop, 4-minute walk to Dotonbori
Guests of Ryokan Kuramoto enjoy features like karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for JPY 3000 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. This smoke-free hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, toilets with an electronic bidet, and slippers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators and safes.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 3,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: JPY 3000 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Kuramoto
Hotel Kuramoto Osaka
Kuramoto Hotel
Kuramoto Osaka
Kuramoto Hotel Osaka
Hotel Kuramoto
Ryokan Kuramoto Hotel
Ryokan Kuramoto Osaka
Ryokan Kuramoto Hotel Osaka

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Ryokan Kuramoto?

Ryokan Kuramoto provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Ryokan Kuramoto?

This hotel is situated in Minami within a 10-minute walk of Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, and Kuromon Market. You'll also find Dotonbori Glico Sign and Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Ryokan Kuramoto?

Yes, parking is offered for JPY 3,000 per night.

Does Ryokan Kuramoto have a casino on the premises?

No, Ryokan Kuramoto doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ryokan Kuramoto?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ryokan Kuramoto?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as a café and karaoke.

Are there hot tubs at Ryokan Kuramoto?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ryokan Kuramoto feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Ryokan Kuramoto doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Ryokan Kuramoto allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ryokan Kuramoto.

Does Ryokan Kuramoto have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Ryokan Kuramoto?

The closest major airport to Ryokan Kuramoto is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 10.8 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is located 24.6 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Ryokan Kuramoto?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Ryokan Kuramoto.

Reviews

Ryokan Kuramoto Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 274 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marlyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The staff were very friendly and spoke English, which made communication easy. What I liked most was the location—just a short walk from the train station and very close to Dotonbori and major shopping areas. The hotel is a traditional Japanese ryokan with beautiful tatami flooring, offering a truly authentic experience. The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the smell in the hallway and elevator carpets, which I feel could use an upgrade. Other than that, everything was great! It's a safe and convenient place to stay, especially if you plan to explore Osaka's top sights and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katsuyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is located in a quiet area but still close to all main attractions. Room was clean and big enough for two people. It even had a table and two chairs. The ryokan was comfortable to sleep on surprisingly. Check in was very friendly. They showed us the room. Cannot use outdoor shoes inside the room but they have slippers. Would recommend for a unique experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A really nice ryokan style hotel, very close to Doutonbori Street
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Celia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location just steps away from Dotonbori yet very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is cute! We only stayed one night and it got us the experience for a traditional stay we wanted. Wish we could have stayed one more night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is a great choice to stay in Osaka as the value for money is excellent. We highly appreciated the free access to the public hot bath and above all the kindness of all the staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

C H , Brisbane,Australia

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

Great Ryokan close to Dotomburi.

The ryokan is well located and the staff are very nice and hardworking.The place is clean but common areas are quite dimly lit.The hotel is very clean and well priced.Great experience!

6/10 Okay

Thanapong, Thailand

good

good

6/10 Okay

Lauren, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good for a night

This place is just okay if you need somewhere to stay for a night. Staff was very nice and responsive to all our questions. The two older ladies who own the place don't speak English, but if you have questions make sure to ask the older gentleman. The room is clean and comfortable, if a little dark. The futons were nice and squishy. I was surprised there was no drinking water in the room. Also, they call it a ryokan, but I didn't see anything about meals on offer. We didn't try the public baths, so I can't speak to that. The location is not super convenient. It's actually quite a walk to Dotonbori and there weren't any cabs around. The area around the hotel is mostly host bars and apartments, parking. Cheaper than most western-style hotels in Osaka. There was nothing really bad about the place, but I probably wouldn't stay here again.

6/10 Okay

puringo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good location but needs updating

Very friendly and accommodating staff. Very reasonably priced for its great location. However, hotel itself is dated and needs updating. Carpets are old and smells of smoke. Sheets have been washed so thin that there are tiny holes. I would recommend this hotel if it can spend a little money to replace the old/dated hardware.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Only two blocks away from the shopping district!

As we entered we were assisted by a lovely gentlemen at the front desk. Unfortunately I made the mistake of booking for one instead of two but thankfully there was a room available and he was happy to accommodate us. A lady then showed us to our rooms and explained all the facilities and amenities available to us. All other staff members we encountered during our stay were extremely friendly and helpful!

6/10 Okay

Kirzaka, UK

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs renovation

We have stayed in Osaka before, but usually in a business hotel closer. This time we decided to go for a traditional ryokan. Although the staff was very friendly and overall looks and feel of the hotel was OK, I must say that is is long due a renovation. The walls and paper dividers in our room had stains from years of use, and the electricity sockets were flashing and coming out unless you held it with your hand. (not very safe) The bathroom is a standard Japanese size, but it looks like something from the 70s. Same for the reception area and elevator. The area is very close to Dotombori and shopping streets, but the hotels immediate neighborhood is mainly where the Chinese and Korean small businesses are to be found, and is a bit rough.

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

Katherine, Hong Kong

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice Ryokan

We are a group with 7 family members, booked a 5-bed and a 2-bed room for 6 nights' stay. Hotel Kuramoto is a nice hotel with tatami, similar to a traditional Japanese ryokan. Large tables available inside the room so we could chat & have snacks around the table. Perfect for those travelled with family members. Traditional Japanese hot bath available free of charge in the hotel but it was a pity that we did not have time to enjoy it. Hotel staff were nice and helpful, despite the fact that we requested to return to the hotel room while staff were cleaning up the room in the afternoon. The room cleanliness is just OK, and the hotel is rather old. However, the room is quite spacious compared with standard Japanese hotels. Also, the location is quite good, just 5-10 minutes to Dotonbori, Kuromon Ichiba Market and Nipponbashi metro station.

10/10 Excellent

Richard, San Francisco

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

Osaka

Always a great place to stay

8/10 Good

Tony, Melbourne

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

Comfortable hotel right next to Dotonbori!

Staff were extremely friendly and helpful! The old man there directed us to a very cheap laundromat just down the street and a few other places. Traditional Japanese style living with lots of lounge space. Was a little sore from sleeping on the floor as the beds are a bit thin. Conveniently within 5 mins walk to Dotonbori!

8/10 Good

Alex, Israel

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

Japanese style hotel experience

Good location.

8/10 Good

Chera

Liked: Staff & service

Family run ryokan-style hotel

First of all, the building is kinda old. It's a family run business, hosts are friendly and helpful. It's not difficult to find the hotel and it's pretty close to the Dotonburi etc. Vending machines are literally everywhere. Room size was good, free green tea and some snacks are provided in the room. There is also public bath available on the ground floor. However, we went during Spring season and out of the four of us, two got bitten by some unknown bugs. Unfortunately one of the two reacted to the bites quite badly as she is allergic to the bites. Advice for you is to get a proper repellent in case similar thing happens, other than that it's actually a nice big room with traditional tatami and futon.

8/10 Good

Tracy, Australia

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

Osaka stay

Loved Hotel Kuramoto. Wanted an authentic, Japanese experience when we arrived. Didnt want the same old hotel to stay in. You could be anywhere in the world - boring. Brilliant room. Tatami, futons on the floor - BEST sleep ever. The room was warm for us on our return each night from all our sight seeing. Many thanks. Excellent location. Short walking distance to Dotinbori - fabulous street of food, culture, shopping & fun. Subway so so so close as well. Loved our stay. Will recommend & return.

2/10 Terrible

HandyLam, Hong kong

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

waiter old,poor ,it say exactly the opposite,poor

The hotel is very poor,I'm not believe your hotel.com,because of the introduction of goods is not identified.your don't send any email to me becauseI'm very anger OK!