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title: "Ryosou 　MINATOSOU, Joetsu: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Ryosou 　MINATOSOU in Joetsu: rated 7.9 by guests, Ryokan. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Ryokan
# Ryosou 　MINATOSOU

港町一丁目, Joetsu, Japan

7.9 ·  Good 60 reviews ·  #4 #4 of 13 in Joetsu ·  6.2 Location score
## About Ryosou 　MINATOSOU

Ryosou 　MINATOSOU is a ryokan in 港町一丁目, Joetsu, Japan. Guests rate it 7.9 out of 10 across 60 reviews. It is 3.3 km from the centre of Joetsu. The nearest beach is 470 m away. The nearest airport, Sado Airport (SDS), is 99 km away.

- **Type:** Ryokan

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 50

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

1-17-6 Minato-machi, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture

## How Ryosou 　MINATOSOU scores

Better rated than 65% of hotels in Joetsu

-   Guest rating **7.9**
-   Location **6.2**
-   Beach access **8.7**
-   Public transport **4.9**

Joetsu average

## Amenities

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning

### Accessibility

-   Wheelchair accessible

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.2**/10

- **Walk grade:** **28**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **4**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **1**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">470 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">直江津運転センター</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sado Airport (SDS)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">99 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">222 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Joetsu</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   安寿姫と厨子王丸の供養塔440 m
-   泉蔵院郷土美術博物館1.2 km
-   Joetsu Aquarium Umigatari1.8 km
-   上越水族館1.9 km

## Ryosou 　MINATOSOU: in detail

Ryosou 　MINATOSOU offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the ryokan. The accommodating team at the reception will aid you with amenities such as luggage storage. Traveling with minimal luggage is achievable at Ryosou 　MINATOSOU due to the ryokan's laundromat ensuring your garments stay fresh. Room amenities feature daily housekeeping, allowing you to unwind and make the most of your visit. Each accommodation at Ryosou 　MINATOSOU is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In select rooms of the ryokan, guests can enjoy the advantage of having air conditioning available for their convenience. In select rooms, guests can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of television for their entertainment. Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from ryokan's self-service vending machines whenever you please.

### Compare

## Compare Ryosou 　MINATOSOU with nearby hotels

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## Questions about Ryosou 　MINATOSOU

### How do guests rate Ryosou 　MINATOSOU?

Ryosou 　MINATOSOU has a guest rating of 7.9 out of 10 from 60 reviews, which is better than 65% of rated hotels in Joetsu.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Ryosou 　MINATOSOU?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Is there parking at Ryosou 　MINATOSOU?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Ryosou 　MINATOSOU from the airport?

The nearest airport, Sado Airport (SDS), is 99 km away in a straight line.

### Is Ryosou 　MINATOSOU close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 470 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Ryosou 　MINATOSOU have?

Ryosou 　MINATOSOU has 50 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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