Kyushu hot spring area × Japanese-Style Resort AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

The land of Tenson Korin, where the divine nature of Kirishima flows through the Amori River. Nestled along its gorge is Myoken Ishiharaso. Within the spacious grounds surrounded by mixed trees, there are 18 guest rooms, each with its own unique charm. A luxurious space that blends modern taste with traditional Japanese style, offering an unparalleled flow of exquisite time. Natural hot spring water that flows directly from the source without any added water or storage. With seven hot spring sources on the premises, enjoy a journey that melts both body and soul with the most fitting use of Onsen for this land.

At the foot of Mt. Yufu, on a vast 10,000-tsubo estate leading to Lake Kinrin.Since our founding in 1921, we have carefully preserved the garden’s charm and tranquility.A garden surrounded by greenery from trees over 200 years old, and 17 guest rooms—each with a unique design.Enjoy local-ingredient cuisine and smooth, free-flowing Onsen hot spring water from the source as you savor the changing seasons at your own pace.

Sansou Tenzui is nestled in a quiet setting slightly away from the center of Amagase Onsen. Facing the Gōraku River and overlooking Sakuradaki Falls, the property sits on expansive grounds gently embraced by lush greenery. As your private retreat far from the bustle, we promise refined relaxation amid the rich natural beauty of every season.

Nestled in the lush greenery of the Kirishima mountain range and surrounded by the soft pink hues of Miyama Kirishima, "Kirishima Yuku no Yado Isshin" is a hidden retreat in Takachiho with a theme of a modern otherworldly space. On its expansive grounds, eight Japanese-style modern detached guest rooms are arranged around a water basin with beautiful flowing water. From each guest room, you can see the steam rising from the private Onsen sourced from its own spring, and the aroma of Kagoshima's local ingredients fills the air. By blending nature and modernism, this Property offers a luxurious space that indulges in atmosphere, Onsen, cuisine, and hospitality, healing the hearts of each guest and captivating their spirits.

A poetic space of 30,000 tsubo overlooking the lake and the Kuju mountain range. Each Room, crafted by seven master carpenters, is a standalone retreat, with guest Rooms bearing unique names and exuding distinct charm, enveloped in their own worldviews. The hot spring water is 100% natural high-concentration carbonated spring, flowing directly from the source, with a deliberately intimate bathhouse for a serene experience. You can feel the subtle energy of nature as the hot spring flowers float gently and bubbles cling to your body. Meals are prepared with a focus on local production for local consumption, featuring vegetables and herbs from our own garden. Enjoy seasonal appetizers that change monthly, our secret homemade ham, and the rare Enoha tea rice. Located about 1.5 hours by car from Oita Airport, spend an unforgettable time at the foot of the Kuju mountain range.

Hidden Retreat Shirakawa Gensen Sanso Takefue is set on an expansive 5,000-tsubo property, featuring only 12 private villas and a spa building, along with 30 natural hot spring baths flowing directly from our own sources. All guest rooms are designed in a modern Japanese style and include an irori (traditional sunken hearth), tatami room, and indoor bath. Eight of the villas also offer open-air baths over 5 meters in size, blending beautifully with the surrounding nature. Meals are served in the comfort of your room at the irori for both dinner and breakfast. This is a serene hideaway for adults to enjoy a luxurious retreat immersed in nature, offering you time to relax and savor the unique Takefue experience.

Less than a two-hour flight from Tokyo, "Wasure no Sato Gajoen" is a beautiful Property that perfectly blends into the lush, deep greenery of Kirishima's nature, offering an exceptional escape despite its outstanding accessibility. Situated along the Amori River, the Property features only eight standalone Rooms, each housed in relocated traditional thatched-roof houses. Every Room is equipped with a private Onsen bath, fed 100% by natural hot spring sources. The dishes, delicately prepared with vegetables grown in the Property's own garden, deliver flavors unique to the region and nourish deeply. The thatched roofs, irori hearths, and the river flowing beside the Property evoke a sense of peace, reminiscent of Japan's traditional rural landscapes. "Wasure no Sato Gajoen" is a place where you can forget the distractions of daily life while rediscovering the truly important things that should never be forgotten.

A grand garden spanning 150,000 tsubo (Mifuneyama Rakuen) reflecting the beauty of the four seasons. Within it lies the serene Sukiya-style property "Chikurintei." Enjoy a tranquil moment in a calm Japanese ambiance while appreciating the beauty of flowers, birds, wind, and moon. We invite you to the mystical boundary.

[2023 Good Design Award Winner] A meticulously designed space to fully enjoy the seasonal landscapes. Experience the benefits of Unzen Onsen with our natural hot spring baths featuring a continuous flow directly from the source. Celebrating 93 years of history, the newly opened "Unzen Miyazaki Ryokan" offers a unique stay that immerses you in the seasons of the national park, providing relaxation and a sensory experience. Unzen's seasonal scenery blends harmoniously with nature, and the location has been carefully chosen to allow guests to enjoy these views from anywhere within the Ryokan. For dinner, indulge in creative cuisine featuring local ingredients from Unzen, Nagasaki, and Kyushu. At "Miyama Dining," you can savor your meal while admiring Unzen's finest illuminated Japanese garden. The Onsen, "Kirin no Yu," sourced from the Daikyokan Jigoku, offers a continuous flow of beautifying hot spring water. Guests can enjoy the large communal bath, open-air bath, and a sauna. The top-floor suite rooms also feature semi-open-air baths with water directly from the source. Open the windows, and you'll be greeted by the lush greenery of Unzen's mountains. Additionally, we provide an exclusive premium floor lounge, the "STRINGS" cloud-top salon, for our guests.

[Michelin Guide Fukuoka, Saga & Nagasaki 2019 Special Edition: 5-Star (Black) Ryokan] A dreamlike original landscape that gently embraces the heart A sacred island linking ancient times and today An island resort one hour from Fukuoka—an escape beyond time and space == Gentle wave patterns, floating islets like a karesansui rock garden. Golden hot springs flowing endlessly since antiquity. A sunset theater for that day alone—unscripted and unforgettable. Iki Island, Nagasaki, is a “Small Sanctuary” that refreshes mind and spirit. With heartfelt hospitality, and exquisite cuisine woven from freshly harvested ingredients, you are invited to rediscover your own origins. A journey you will never forget— a story spun at this one-of-a-kind small island Accommodation. ==

A small world. Another realm. The joy of forgetting the mundane world with a drink. Paradise in a jar... Property Yufuri no Yado - Ikko Ten.

[Michelin Guide Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki 2019 Special Edition: Ryokan 5 Stars+ (Red), Cuisine 1 Star] [2024-2025 Consecutive Years Michelin Key Award Winner] Experience a serene moment as you listen to the gentle murmur of clear streams and the whispers of the wind, embracing the changing seasons. Unzen Onsen, renowned since ancient times as a therapeutic hot spring, is a sulfur spring known for its high sterilizing properties, promoting beautiful skin and improved blood circulation—earning it the name "Beauty Hot Spring." Enjoy seasonal delicacies served on exquisite tableware that harmonizes with luxurious furnishings, accompanied by heartfelt hospitality. Surrounded by majestic nature, escape from daily life and indulge in a tranquil flow of time for both body and mind.

The mixed-gender open-air bath "Taki no Yu," the only one in Kurokawa Onsen selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Secret Hot Springs, offers not only exceptional water quality but also a sense of traditional Japanese onsen charm. The nostalgic property features 13 different onsens, allowing guests to enjoy a variety of baths within the accommodation.

"由布の彩 YADOYA おおはし" is a property quietly nestled in the rich natural surroundings of Yufuin, just a 5-minute drive from Yufuin Station. Spanning 3300 tsubo, all accommodations are standalone units. Each unit features an open-air bath and an indoor bath. The 24-hour accessible private open-air and indoor baths are fed by the natural hot spring source of Yufuin Onsen. Enjoy a tranquil and soothing moment.

The front desk, bathed in the warm morning sunlight, exudes an atmosphere reminiscent of a Hotel. Amidst sophistication, we do not forget the spirit of hospitality as a Ryokan, and we hope to assist you in creating memorable travel experiences with a smile.

Pass through the charming gate and stroll along the stone path to reach a hot-spring Accommodation where Japanese ambiance and nature blend in harmony. Within the grounds are a traditional Noh theater and a thatched-roof tea house, while the garden features two ponds connected by small waterfalls, along with historic designated tangible cultural properties, including heritage sites and stone monuments. Step inside, and you will soon forget the noise of everyday life and the bustle outside...

A Ryokan where attention to detail is subtly and thoughtfully provided. Careful consideration to ensure guests can feel at ease and relax, no matter when or where they are. An artistic space meticulously designed by the late Junzo Yoshimura, a member of the Japan Art Academy, who was responsible for the basic design of the new Imperial Palace. A graceful demeanor befitting such a "masterpiece." Whether in easily noticeable areas or in more secluded corners, our unwavering spirit remains the same. Always maintaining self-discipline, staying grounded, and transforming the essence of Ryokan, a proud tradition of Japanese culture, into subtle gestures of hospitality. Taishoya aspires to be a Property where tranquility envelops the scenery, light pours in, time flows gently, and the spirit of hospitality breathes into every corner.

In a place where you can witness the most beautiful moon in Japan, we envisioned creating a hidden retreat, and that dream led us to the serene forest of Kurokawa Onsen. "Kurokawa Onsen Gokoro Tsukikouju" is a Property where you can enjoy moonlight bathing in an open-air Onsen, while gazing at the moon shining in the sky. On a vast 4,500-tsubo estate, there are only eight villas. Each Room is uniquely designed and decorated, filled with delightful surprises. With the sound of the wind through the forest and the chirping of birds as your background music, surround yourself with only what you love and what is delicious, and indulge in the comfort of letting time flow naturally. This is a Property that promises such luxurious moments for adults.

Whether it’s a wedding anniversary, birthday, school entrance or graduation celebration, retirement, or a milestone longevity celebration such as Kanreki (60th) or Kiju (77th), Sanso Muryoto is here to help with any requests to make your family’s special day an unforgettable lifelong memory. The “Meiji” guest room comfortably accommodates up to 8 adults. Enjoy precious time together under one roof with your parents and adorable grandchildren. For your family’s special day of new beginnings, we would be honored if you choose Sanso Muryoto.