Hot spring areas in China × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

Walking along the corridor where the wind blows through the tranquil water basin, another moment of life begins to move slowly. "Villa Otosore" has been born, offering a tranquility not found in previous Ryokans or Hotels. The Room count is only 18 within the spacious premises. A luxury that is not like any other. We hope you enjoy a leisurely time at your villa.

Our concept is a “next-generation, hybrid-style RYOKAN with a front ocean view.” Unlike traditional group-travel Ryokan, Kaike Yugetsu does not have banquet halls or convention facilities. We aspire to be a RYOKAN for “a special day spent with the one you love.” By using the term “RYOKAN” instead of “Ryokan,” we emphasize that we are not bound by conventional definitions.In April 2025, our new Top Floor Suite opened. This exclusive room—only one on the top floor—offers an open living area with panoramic views of the Sea of Japan, along with a Japanese-style bedroom featuring twin beds. The suite’s open-air bath uses a circulating and filtered Onsen system, so you can enjoy Kaike Onsen anytime during your stay.In July 2026, an ocean-view teppanyaki counter will open at our dining restaurant, Sazanami. Enjoy a teppanyaki dinner course prepared right in front of you while taking in sweeping views of the Sea of Japan. A special dinner course from the best seat in the house—overlooking the sea. We invite you to spend an unforgettable time at Kaike Yugetsu.

We invite you to a beautiful time filled with tranquility and comfort. Along the banks of the Tamatsugawa River, surrounded by deep greenery. With a Sukiya-style traditional Japanese design, we welcome you with over a century of cultivated Japanese decor and meticulous hospitality. Kasuien Minami is dedicated to assisting you on your special days and meaningful encounters.

Yamaguchi Yuda Onsen Koki-an A mountain lodge-like design that makes you forget you're in the city. The Japanese-modern Room, surrounded by garden trees, features an open-air bath and terrace with a sense of freedom. Enjoy the beautifying waters of Yuda Onsen, boasting a history since the Muromachi period, in the privacy of your Room, allowing you to spend a moment without worrying about anyone else. Indulge in the luxury of doing nothing at your own pace. Whether celebrating a 70th birthday, a family memorial, or as a reward for yourself, feel free to make use of our inn.

Nestled by the tranquil Otozure River in Nagato, Yamaguchi Prefecture, the Nagato Yumoto Onsen "Otanisanso" welcomes guests with decor and hospitality that cherish the rich natural beauty of the four seasons. Enjoy moments of relaxation and tranquility away from daily life.

Hagi Honjin, an Accommodation located near Hagi’s famous sightseeing spot Shokasonjuku, offers 14 different baths to enjoy.

Enjoy Misasa’s hot springs—renowned for over 850 years—in complete privacy in your Room’s open-air bath. With high ceilings and a spacious living area, this airy retreat promises deep relaxation that lets you lose track of time. Savor exceptional seasonal flavors from the San’in region and indulge in a special stay away from everyday life. After enjoying the bath in your Room, take a short trip to “Hanareyu Ujo” or “Hanareyu Yakumo” to experience hot springs with a different atmosphere.

＼2024 Renovation of Selected Guest Rooms, Deck Terrace, Entrance Building, and Private Baths／ Since ancient times, the port town of Tomo has thrived as a harbor for waiting tides. The wooden main entrance with traditional roof tiles and Bengara red coating is a restored architectural piece from the past. The predecessor of Onfunato Chikutei, Kago Fuji Inn, was a beloved accommodation for many literary figures. We welcome you with an atmosphere rich in history that seems to echo the footsteps of those who walked through different eras.

The history of Ryokan Chōraku-en Yunosuke at Tamatsukuri Onsen is the history of Tamatsukuri Onsen itself. Tamatsukuri Onsen was established in the early Nara period by our ancestor, Hasegawa Toshikata. During the Edo period, the Hasegawa family was entrusted with the management of Tamatsukuri Onsen by the Matsue domain, holding the official title of "Yunosuke." In the first year of the Meiji era, they began operating a ryokan under the name Chōraku-en. For 140 years, they have had the honor of hosting numerous literary figures, dignitaries, and occasionally members of the imperial family.

Kaimikan, with a history of more than 130 years and visited by many writers and artists including Toson Shimazaki, held its grand opening in May 2007. Blending tradition with a fresh sensibility, every Room on the 4th floor features a private scenic-view bath. Our Japanese garden overlooking Lake Shinji is highly acclaimed each year by international magazines. While enjoying these breathtaking views, please savor our signature “Kaimi Family-Style Sea Bream Rice,” passed down only at our inn, at the new “Garden Tea House Mina-mi.” Kaimikan is also located in the heart of Matsue, making it easy to explore the historic castle town. For an exceptional stay in the San’in region, we warmly invite you to spend your time at Kaimikan.

A natural Onsen Accommodation with three private hot spring sources on the grounds, boasting the largest volume of hot spring water in Misasa. In a peaceful setting away from the crowds, you can enjoy the changing beauty of each season. Soothe your everyday fatigue with seasonal cuisine made with local ingredients and a variety of baths featuring free-flowing water direct from the source.[Final meal start time]Dinner at our Accommodation must begin by 19:00.If you arrive after 19:00, we may be unable to prepare dinner.(Even if dinner cannot be provided, no refund will be issued for the dinner fee.)

Savor a kaiseki course thoughtfully prepared with the abundant seafood of the San’in region in our Japanese-modern “Dining Sakura,” renewed on July 18, 2026, and filled with an intimate, refined ambiance.\nIn addition, our lobby lounge offers complimentary drinks from check-in until evening. Take your favorite glass—draft beer, carefully selected local sake, wine, and more—back to your room and enjoy a luxurious moment of relaxation with breathtaking views of the Sea of Japan right before you.

We aspire to meet our guests' evolving needs, just as the flow of water never remains in one shape. At "Naniwa Issui" by the shores of Lake Shinji, we hope you discover your own wonderful story. Enjoy an exhilarating time in an extraordinary space with the hospitality of Naniwa Issui.

~Izumo, Encounters, Kararako~ Izumo is known for Kamiarizuki, the month when deities from The whole country gather. With the wish to welcome our guests as warmly as those deities who travel from afar to Izumo, we named this Hotel “Kararako” (Shintoraku).Our restaurant’s head chef is a devoted protégé who trained for many years at the Kyoto kappo restaurant “Higashiyama Yoshihisa,” which earned one Michelin star for two consecutive years from 2019 and again in 2023. Enjoy one-of-a-kind flavors tailored to each guest’s preferences and condition. We honor Japan’s traditional culture and seasonal ingredients of Izumo, serving each dish on carefully selected tableware that expresses an innocent sense of playfulness.All 14 Rooms feature a semi-open-air bath for relaxed comfort. The Hotel also offers an exclusive restaurant for staying guests, a tea lounge, and lounge spaces, as well as a bar open to non-staying visitors.We look forward to welcoming you in Izumo—sharing your joy and celebrating the connections made here.

Kotengu Sanroji, located in the secluded Kawano Onsen area of Shimonoseki, offers a unique retreat. Each of the eight Rooms has its own distinct charm, designed exclusively for adults. The private open-air baths in the guest Rooms feature 24-hour natural hot spring water, allowing you to indulge in the luxurious Kawano waters whenever you desire. The independent bedrooms are equipped with spacious and comfortable beds, while the cozy living areas feature carefully selected sofas. This hidden Property emphasizes "privacy," providing a serene space where you can spend precious moments with your loved ones amidst the slow flow of time.

A stunning property floating on the lake. From any bath, you can enjoy views of Lake Tōgō and the natural beauty of the morning and evening, along with the benefits of natural hot spring water. Spend a relaxing holiday in rooms filled with Japanese charm and local ingredients.

"The Shiroyama Terrace Tsuyama Bekkan" has begun its journey with the aim of becoming a Hotel that is cherished for generations. Just as the Shūraku-en, a nationally designated scenic spot where the lords of the Tsuyama domain once entertained their guests in a villa garden, this Hotel aspires to be a welcoming retreat for esteemed guests, a comfortable villa where locals gather and wish to visit repeatedly, and a stage where the finest local products from Tsuyama and Okayama Prefecture shine brightly.On the eighth floor of the Hotel, the Onsen large public bath with an open-air bath offers the renowned "Dodo Onsen," a famous hot spring of Tsuyama long celebrated for its skin-beautifying properties. Guests can enjoy a relaxing soak while taking in the view of the Tsuyama Castle ruins in Tsuruyama Park. For dinner, indulge in a kaiseki course featuring a main dish of locally sourced wagyu steak prepared on a teppan grill, complemented by a variety of dishes showcasing the bounty of the satoyama in Mimasaka Tsuyama and Okayama Prefecture, as well as the seafood of the San'in region. The following morning, a breakfast buffet designed to energize your day awaits you at the buffet restaurant facing the open garden.

An accommodation featuring 100% natural hot spring water in its open-air baths and handmade cuisine emphasizing quality ingredients. Particularly, the hamo dishes from summer to early autumn are not to be missed. In 2023, a comfortable space utilizing natural materials was introduced, allowing guests to stay without worrying about dryness. Guests can soak in the highly alkaline water with skin-beautifying effects while enjoying the warmth of wood and dappled sunlight. The café space, equipped with Wi-Fi, offers coffee and sweets for enjoyment.

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Setouchi, we offer you a tranquil and warm retreat. Our lobby lounge, filled with natural light, features a terrace with a foot bath. Rooms are intentionally designed without televisions to provide an escape from daily life and allow for true relaxation. Our pride is the Onsen, offering rare high-concentration radon hot springs directly sourced and flowing continuously. Experience alternating hot and cool baths to promote circulation, relieve fatigue, and refresh both body and mind. The mildly alkaline water is gentle on the skin with beautifying effects, enriched with minerals from ancient geological layers—enjoy this "ancient Onsen" at your leisure. The lounge includes a mini-library where you can explore carefully selected books or try glass pens paired with Sailor Ink made in Hiroshima/Kure at your convenience. At dusk, admire the twilight over Seto through large windows; by nightfall, relax by the soft flicker of our bioethanol fireplace.Throughout our facility, you'll find wallpaper crafted from local textile company paper cloth (Shifu) as well as works by Japanese washi artist Eriko Horiki—designs that harmonize beautifully with regional culture.At the "Hidamari Counter" next to the lobby, enjoy complimentary drinks or sample local spirits; in the evening, savor special late-night snacks prepared by our chef.