Shizuka Ryokan

Shizuka Ryokan Slip off your shoes at the entrance to our traditional Japanese guesthouse and wellness retreat in Hepburn springs at Shizuka Ryokan
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Welcome to Australia's fully authentic, renowned and award-winning Japanese country spa & wellness retreat in Hepburn Springs / Daylesford in central Victoria's beautiful "Spa Country".

2013 Victorian Tourism Award winner, we offer traditional comfortable accommodation, lovingly prepared cuisine, indulgent spa treats, holistic wellness services and an intimate venue for small events and functions.

Chawanmushi | 茶碗蒸しOne dish our guests often tell us they enjoy at Shizuka is Yu’s chawanmushi.Chawanmushi is a Japanese ...
07/09/2026

Chawanmushi | 茶碗蒸し

One dish our guests often tell us they enjoy at Shizuka is Yu’s chawanmushi.

Chawanmushi is a Japanese steamed egg dish that has been enjoyed for generations. Eggs are mixed with dashi and gently steamed in a small cup, usually with ingredients such as chicken, mushrooms or seafood inside.

It may look a little like a pudding, but it is savoury, not sweet. The gentle flavour of the dashi and the soft, silky texture are what make chawanmushi so special.

For many of us who grew up in Japan, warm chawanmushi is also one of those dishes that feels familiar and comforting.

If you haven’t tried chawanmushi before, we hope you might enjoy Yu’s during an omakase dinner at Shizuka.🥢

Omakase Dinner Availability
• This week — Wednesday 9 September
• Next week — Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday

Reserve your table through the link in our bio.

Spring at Shizuka | 静の春September is here, and spring is about to begin.How was your winter this year? In Japan, spring i...
02/09/2026

Spring at Shizuka | 静の春

September is here, and spring is about to begin.
How was your winter this year?

In Japan, spring is a season of new beginnings, with a new school year, new jobs and cherry blossoms arriving in April.
Here in Australia, spring comes at a different time and feels a little different.

At Shizuka, we notice it first in the garden — longer days, new growth and the first signs of the season changing.

As we leave winter behind, it feels like a good time to think about the season ahead.
What kind of spring would you like to have this year?🌸

Meet ShizukaFor those who may not know us yet, Shizuka is a Japanese ryokan in Hepburn Springs, Victoria, with just six ...
30/08/2026

Meet Shizuka

For those who may not know us yet, Shizuka is a Japanese ryokan in Hepburn Springs, Victoria, with just six guestrooms surrounded by gardens and Australian bushland.

Here, we welcome guests to enjoy some of the things we love about staying at a ryokan in Japan — soaking in a warm bath, seasonal Japanese food, tatami rooms, and simply having time to rest.

Catherine and our team have been looking after Shizuka for many years, and we continue to care for the ryokan little by little, while staying close to the Japanese customs and hospitality that have always been important to us.

You can stay overnight, visit for a bath or treatment, or join us for a Japanese meal.

We’ve also recently renewed our website, where you can find more about Shizuka and the different ways to visit us.

If this is your first time finding us, welcome. And to those who have visited Shizuka over the years, we hope to welcome you back again soon.

静旅館 | Shizuka Ryokan

🔗New Website link in bio.


Shoji | 障子At Shizuka, we have always paid close attention to the details of traditional Japanese architecture and interi...
29/08/2026

Shoji | 障子

At Shizuka, we have always paid close attention to the details of traditional Japanese architecture and interiors.
We want the ryokan to give those visiting from Australia a sense of what it is like to stay in Japan.

One of those details is the shoji in our guestrooms.

Shoji are traditional Japanese screens made with a wooden frame and translucent paper.
Rather than blocking the light, they soften it as it enters the room, while still providing privacy.

The soft morning light through the screens, the tatami underfoot, and the view of the garden beyond are all part of how a traditional Japanese room feels.

We hope that while you are staying at Shizuka, for a little while, you might forget that you are in Australia.

Explore our guestrooms through the link in our bio.

Ikebana | 生け花At Shizuka, fresh flowers and branches are carefully arranged by our team in each of our guestrooms.Rather ...
26/08/2026

Ikebana | 生け花

At Shizuka, fresh flowers and branches are carefully arranged by our team in each of our guestrooms.

Rather than buying flowers for each arrangement, we choose what is growing in the Shizuka garden.
A branch, a few leaves, or a seasonal flower that has caught our eye.

Our team regularly refreshes each arrangement, so no two rooms are ever quite the same. As the garden changes through the seasons, the flowers inside the ryokan change with it.

In Japanese ikebana, it is not always about having lots of flowers. Sometimes just one branch or a single flower is enough.

It is a small part of preparing each room for our guests, and one we enjoy doing throughout the year.

Next time you stay with us, take a look at what we have chosen for your room.🪻

In Japan, June is the rainy season, and also the season of hydrangeas.Hydrangeas are flowers that look especially beauti...
10/06/2026

In Japan, June is the rainy season,
and also the season of hydrangeas.

Hydrangeas are flowers that look especially beautiful with raindrops on their petals and in the soft atmosphere that comes with rainy days.

For me as a Japanese, seeing hydrangeas always feels like a sign that this season has arrived again.

In Japan, we have a culture of enjoying the scenery that belongs to each season, such as cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.
Hydrangeas are one of those seasonal reminders.

Winter has now arrived in Hepburn.

Taking a warm bath. Enjoying a cup of hot tea.
There are some things that feel especially comforting during the colder months.

We hope you can experience this Japanese appreciation of the seasons here at Shizuka Ryokan😊

06/06/2026

In Japan,
June is the rainy season called “Tsuyu” (梅雨).

Do you know how Japanese people enjoy this time of year?
For us, rain is not always something unpleasant.

Taking a long soak in a warm bath on a cool rainy day.
Enjoying a cup of tea or reading a book while listening to the sound of rain.
And falling asleep in a warm futon while listening to raindrops gently falling on the roof.
Watching the trees and gardens become greener after the rain.

These are some of the simple pleasures that come with the rainy season.

At Shizuka Ryokan, you can also experience this Japanese way of enjoying rainy days.

Why not slow down and enjoy a quieter moment this winter?🌱

When was the last time you truly rested?In Japan, there is a word called “Yohaku.”Yohaku can have many meanings, but for...
03/06/2026

When was the last time you truly rested?

In Japan, there is a word called “Yohaku.”
Yohaku can have many meanings, but for us, it is the space we leave in our lives. Space in our day. Space in our mind. Space to simply pause.

These days, we often hear the word “wellness.”
But we believe wellness can be found in simple moments.

Taking time to soak in a warm bath.
Enjoying a cup of tea while watching the trees move in the breeze.
Putting away your phone and reading a book while listening to birds singing outside.

At Shizuka Ryokan, we try to create a place for these moments.
This Global Wellness Day, perhaps it is time to create a little more Yohaku in your life.

Have you ever had Ramen? 🍜(Only available in June) If you have, then you probably already know how comforting a bowl of ...
01/06/2026

Have you ever had Ramen? 🍜
(Only available in June)

If you have, then you probably already know how comforting a bowl of ramen can be when the weather becomes colder.

A carefully prepared broth with rich dashi flavour warms the body from the inside. Seasonal ingredients and chashu pork, slowly cooked for many hours, bring depth and balance to each bowl.

Our Japanese chef prepares ramen in the traditional way, using recipes and techniques from Japan.

Ramen is available only on Fridays, and it will be taking a break after the end of June.

Join us this Friday for a bowl of ramen for the last chance🍜
Booking link in bio.

Wintering the Japanese wayIn Japan, winter is the season for “Yojo,” which means taking care of the body and mind.During...
25/05/2026

Wintering the Japanese way

In Japan, winter is the season for “Yojo,” which means taking care of the body and mind.
During winter, people enjoy spending slow and peaceful time in onsen.

Especially in the cold season, the warmth of hot water feels very comforting for both the body and sprit.

Feeling the cold winter air on the face while soaking in warm water is one of the traditional winter pleasures loved by Japanese people for many years.

At Shizuka Ryokan, you can experience this authentic Japanese style winter surrounded by the beautiful nature of Hepburn spring.

After warming the body, continue your relaxation with an oil massage treatment, allowing both mind and body to fully relax.

This winter, why not try a different and special way of spending time?

Address

7 Lakeside Drive
Hepburn Springs, VIC
3461

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61353482030

Website

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