Osaka Prefecture, Osaka, Nishi-ku Kujominami 3-22-19, Japan
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Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Shirakabanoyado Ryogetsu? The name literally means “birch inn – cool moon,” and honestly, it’s way more poetic than you’d expect from a modest 3-star place tucked into Nishi-ku. I stumbled across this ryokan while wandering around the Kujo area – it’s in this quiet residential pocket that most tourists completely miss, about a 10-minute walk from Kujo Station if you know which way to go.

The thing is, this isn’t your typical Osaka experience. While everyone’s cramming into Dotonbori or hitting up the castle, you’re here in what feels like a completely different city. The streets around Kujominami are lined with these small family-run shops and the kind of local restaurants where the menu’s only in Japanese and the owner remembers your order after two visits. The ryokan itself has this understated traditional vibe – think clean tatami floors, sliding doors that actually work properly, and that particular smell of quality wood and incense that good Japanese inns have. The staff here really know their stuff too, which makes sense given that 8.6 rating. They’re not just going through the motions.

What I really appreciated was how they handle the whole ryokan experience without making it feel like dinner theater for foreigners. The rooms are properly traditional but they’ve added just enough modern touches (decent Wi-Fi, updated bathrooms) that you’re not roughing it. The futon bedding is actually comfortable – I mean, I’ve stayed at places where you’re basically sleeping on the floor with a thin blanket, but they’ve invested in proper mattresses here. And the location, well, it’s perfect if you want to experience residential Osaka. You’re close enough to walk to the Hanshin Expressway area where there are some incredible hole-in-the-wall yakitori places, but far enough from the main tourist zones that you can actually hear yourself think. The morning routine here is lovely too – they serve a proper Japanese breakfast that changes based on what’s seasonal, and you can sit there planning your day while watching the neighborhood wake up. It’s the kind of place where you end up staying an extra night just because leaving feels like too much effort.

Rooms

  • Estimated price from: $241. Four-Bedroom House with 3 × 2 futon beds and 1 double bed for Max persons: 5
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Reviews

  • Sherry from United States – 27 March 2025 (9/10)

    We really enjoyed our time there. Perfect for a family but lots of going up/down stairs so it could be challenging if have mobility issues.

  • Vichuda from Thailand – 24 February 2023 (9/10)

    The space is good for 4-6 people. The 3 stories house is equipped with all necessary facilities. We’ve use the kitchen for our meals and it’s good to have a real experience using Japanese style kitchen.

    What could be improved: Surprisingly they’ve failed to clean the air vent in bathroom and kitchen, big disappointment. Property owner only communicate in Japanese which might be quite a challenge for oversea tourist (have to use google translate).

  • Maya from Israel – 28 October 2024 (6/10)

    Nice apartment, the kitchen was fully equipped.

    What could be improved: The is very far from everything place in a small neighbourhood, the train is 10 min walk,
    Check out time is very early- 10 am- you can extend only if you pay..
    the dishwasher is not working,
    We stay there for 5 days and the owner didn’t wants clean in the middle or change towels (he actually told me wash the towels by my self..)
    It is very common that if you stay for more than 3 day, there will be a small cleaning, change towels and so..

  • Makoto from Japan – 8 June 2025 (8/10)

    駅に近い、駐車場がある

    What could be improved: となりの家との間隔が狭い

  • Tokihiko from Japan – 25 February 2024 (9/10)

    あの広さであの安さは驚きでした

    What could be improved: 強いてあげるとすれば、時計がテレビでしか確認できなかったことです。

  • Chika from United States – 5 July 2023 (8/10)

    USJに行く予定だったので、ロケーションもとても近くて駐車場もあってよかった。コンビニも徒歩すぐでとっても便利。設備が新しい感じで好感度高い。

    What could be improved: 清掃が少し気になりました。お皿やお鍋に前回使ったであろう痕跡が見受けられたり、ドライヤーの位置が不自然だったり、引き出しの中に髪の毛が残っていたり。まぁ人気の物件だし、キッチンの道具が揃っている分自炊するし、その後の片付けをどこまでお客さんがして、どこまでそれを見直しているのかなと疑問に思いました。

  • Junko from Japan – 5 May 2023 (9/10)

    USJも近いし、新大阪駅からも近くでした。
    清潔感もありました。
    洗濯機も利用させていただき、とても助かりました。
    ホテルだと行った時に洗濯機が空いてなかったり、終わり時間に取りに行かないとだし、面倒なので。
    また利用したいです。

    What could be improved: 虫が出たのですが、殺虫剤がなかったのかどこにあるのかわからなかったので、逃げてしまい、子供達が怯えていたので、夏はあった方がいいかなと思いました。

  • Kayoko from Japan – 6 August 2022 (9/10)

    チェックイン時は、冷房を入れておいてくれて快適でしたし、明かりもついていたので、安心感があった。
    とても綺麗だったし、タオル&バスタオルが人数分あって助かった。駐車場も目の前にあり、無料だったのは決め手。USJへ行くのに西九条駅まで歩きましたが、思ったより近くて便利だった。観光に忙しくて、宿泊所でのんびりできなかったので、また機会があったらゆっくり過ごしたい。とても快適でした。

    What could be improved: 近くにスーパーがある、と記載があったが見つけられなかったのが、非常に残念でした。お箸や食器類があって助かりましたが、マグカップもあればなお良かったです。

  • 井村 from Japan – 31 July 2022 (8/10)

    USJから近くとても便利です。施設も掃除が行き届いており、気持ちよく利用させて頂きました。我が家は5人家族のため宿選びにいつも困るのですが、今回は本当に良い宿に巡り会えたと感じています。

    What could be improved: 街中の一軒家なので仕方ないのですが、三階建のため昇り降りが少し億劫でした。

  • Emi from Japan – 24 July 2022 (9/10)

    暑い日でしたがチェックインした際には
    エアコンを効かせて下さっていて嬉しく思いました。
    とても清潔感があり
    ゆっくりくつろぐことが出来ました。
    駐車場があり
    京セラドームへも徒歩15分と
    とても近くて助かりました。
    また利用したいと思います!

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Tosa Park: 1.8 km
  • Benten Park: 1.9 km
  • Amidaike Park: 2.1 km
  • Ashihara Park: 2.4 km
  • Sakuragawa Park: 2.1 km
  • Bentennishi Park: 1.6 km
  • Isoji Central Park: 1.5 km
  • Takakiyabashi Park: 2.1 km
  • Benten Higashi Park: 1.5 km
  • Tsunami and Storm Surge Disaster Prevention Station: 1.9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/barきき: 500 m
  • Restaurant香港飯店: 550 m
  • Cafe/barカフェ・ボンセジュール: 500 m

Top attractions:

  • Naniwa Park: 3.2 km
  • Chishima Park: 3.7 km
  • Shiokusa Park: 3.2 km
  • Kamomecho Park: 3.5 km
  • Motomachinaka Park: 3.4 km
  • Shimo-fukushima Park: 2.9 km
  • OSTEC Exhibition Hall: 3.2 km
  • Sakaro no Matsu Monument: 3.2 km
  • Kokoni Sunaba Ariki Monument: 2.6 km
  • Fukuzawa Yukichi Birthplace Monument & Nakatsu-han Old Site: 3.3 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Taisho: 1.5 km
  • Train Bentencho: 1.1 km
  • Metro Nishi-Nagahori: 2 km
  • Train Nishikujo Station: 1.1 km

Closest airports:

  • Kobe Airport: 37 km
  • Itami Airport: 12 km
  • Kansai International Airport: 44 km

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Outdoors:

  • Balcony

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

Media & Technology:

  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath
  • Free parking
  • Washing machine
  • Shower

Other for your stay:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.1

Comfort:

9.3

Location:

7.9

Facilities:

9.3

Cleanliness:

9.1

Value for money:

8.7

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