Around Hagenoyu Hot Spring × Recommended Accommodation for a Healing Solo TripRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Spring's budding. Summer's fireflies. Autumn's foliage. Winter's tranquility. A Ryokan with Onsen that invites you to revisit, cherishing the colors of the four seasons and the nostalgic scenery of your hometown. Located at the foot of Mount "Waita" in Kokonoe Town, Oita Prefecture, within a 3,000-tsubo riverside property, it features 10 fully detached cottages with open-air baths (5 pet-friendly), a management building, and a shared open-air rock bath.

In this land where time flows gently and serenely, we have marked 160 years of history, nestled in the embrace of the majestic Yufuin mountain foothills, accompanied by unchanging hot spring steam.

A hidden retreat for adults situated on a high plateau overlooking Aso. Enjoy 10 types of onsen, including a mixed-gender open-air bath at an altitude of approximately 800m and a cave bath. The cuisine, featuring steamed dishes using onsen steam and fresh seafood directly from Amakusa, is exquisite. Spend a moment forgetting the hustle and bustle of the city.

"Stay as if you live here" is the concept, a completely private space where you can spend special moments with your loved ones, your beloved dog, or sometimes just by yourself. Kokonoe Town, Oita Prefecture. Amidst the rural landscape, there stand only three luxurious villas in quiet solitude. Nestled at the foot of Mount Waita, you can feel the natural breeze from the private Onsen pool. The spacious and luxurious 2LDK private space is equipped with a guestroom Onsen, sauna, and kitchen. Enjoy a lavish moment while listening to the murmuring of the river. A secret hideaway you won't want to share with anyone.

Yamakawa ZENZO is a hidden retreat for adults where you can enjoy natural Onsen with water directly sourced from Yamakawa Onsen and traditional irori-style cuisine. Each guest room features a private open-air bath, allowing you to relax while taking in the surrounding nature. Additionally, we offer irori-grilled dishes prepared over charcoal right in front of you, paired with carefully selected beverages. The large communal bath is designed with landscaping that evokes the presence of massive rocks and mountains, creating a rustic and wild atmosphere. Savor the local ingredients of Kumamoto, the land of fire, grilled over the irori, and enjoy a truly special experience.

Oguni Town is 80% forest, surrounded by abundant greenery. At Kosugian, nestled in this quiet mountain town, you can enjoy a soothing stay in a peaceful setting. For dinner, we offer dishes featuring Kumamoto’s prized Akaushi beef to your heart’s content. To melt away the day’s fatigue, enjoy one of four types of natural free-flowing Onsen baths available for private use. You can use all four baths—each different in size—free of charge, and relax both body and mind as you soak. With a well-developed road network centered around Aso, it is also an ideal base for scenic drives and touring. Come experience harmony with nature and spend a special time unlike your everyday life.