Yuyado Marubun

695. Yuyado Marubun, Dorogawa Onsen, Nara Stayed overnight. There's also higaeri for 500, but the time slot is unclear. Checked into this ryokan as an alternative arranged by Kohryokuen Nishisei after their booking mistake. More details in the Kohryokuen Nishisei review. The ryokan itself has a Showa-era feel. Tatami room is a bit worn but comfortable. Service-wise, the male staff tried their best but did things somewhat stiffly. The woman serving dinner provided good service but in a more homey style. Overall the attitude, while not strictly by-the-book, was warm, and I liked it. As I understand, they put together my meal from whatever ingredients they had, and since my original ryokan had double kaiseki, here they simply doubled the portions. Indoor bath with clear water, temperature around 42. Could see momiji through the window. You could technically open it to see the bright tree, but right across the window on the other side of the embankment people would walk by. A bit stuffy inside if the window stays closed. Wouldn't have chosen this ryokan myself for Dorogawa, but the stay and the overall attitude were comfortable. 13.11.2025 14.11.2025