The Kanyo Hotel is a lovely, old style Japanese traditional hotel, offering Japanese tatami mat sleeping configurations as well as western bed options as well. Opt for the traditional tatami beds for a great experience. Our room also had an amazing 5 star view of the ocean, and the nearby town that was devastated in the 2011 tsunami. The true draw of this hotel is their Japanese Onsen, or natural mineral spring water baths, similar to western jacuzzis but with no bubbles and chlorine - just thermal hot waters from Mother Nature herself. There are certain rules and steps to using the onsens, but easy enough to learn and utilize.
The staff were great and friendly, and the facilities are very clean and organized. I have to say that this resort is more like a vintage 1970’s hotel that was kept up really nicely, despite the "older" furnishings, but that's part of the appeal. Overall a great place, deserving of it's already high praise and ranking/stars. Very recommended!