Wakaba Ryokan

A fantastic stay here. Quite a large ryoken spread over 4 floors. Kaite is a very welcoming host who speaks very good English (the staff generally don't though). It's not particularly central (take a taxi from the train station) but there's plenty to see in the area. The ryokan has a small onsen, which we found on the hot side. Our room for three people was not large and would be rather cramped for the intended four. We had dinner in the restaurant which was really amazing, so do try it out. Definitely recommend this as a place to stay if you want a ryoken experience in Sakata. Look for the tiny café on a street corner a block away (past the city hall building) - best hot cocoa around!

This lovely ryokan in Sakata is a pleasant place to stay. Very clean, comfortable and well located. Thanks to Keita San and his wife for being such great hosts and providing excellent food. If you are in the area, I recommend you stay at Wakaba Ryokan.

One of the best traditional inns (ryokan) in Sakata! Staff are very friendly and especially interested in foreign guests. Was able to have great conversations and learn more about Sakata! There are English-speaking staff, English menu and other information translated into English. Rooms are clean and cozy and the herbal bathhouse (ofuro) is open 24hr. Free bicycle rental is available and so all of Sakata’s tourist attractions can easily be visited within a 40-minute walking radius. Lunch in Wakaba is also open to non-guests and is always priced at ¥800. Even among the locals, Wakaba is known for its delicious food! Halal food can also be provided if requested in advance. It was an amazing stay!