Kawamura Station (Kumamoto Prefecture) × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

Just 8 detached guest villas on spacious grounds, each with a different layout. Every room features a private open-air bath with free-flowing natural hot spring water—an extraordinary escape to experience nature with all five senses. Relax in a private dining room and enjoy our creative kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients, including Akaushi beef.

Founded in 1829 as an inn for the Sagara domain, Hitoyoshi Onsen Nabeya is a long-established Ryokan on the banks of the Kuma River, one of Japan’s three fastest-flowing rivers. From every guest room, enjoy views of the clear stream and the ruins of Hitoyoshi Castle, while our gentle natural Onsen helps you forget the bustle of everyday life.For dinner, we offer a French course that suits Japanese tastes and incorporates Japanese culinary techniques. Savor seasonal local ingredients and enjoy a truly relaxing stay.

Yoshino Ryokan was established in 1909 as "Ryotei Yoshino Main Store" on the former estate of the official doctor of the Sagara family. This Property, with over 100 years of history, is designated as a National Registered Tangible Cultural Property. Guests can enjoy a nostalgic atmosphere in the historic rooms and relax with natural Onsen featuring free-flowing hot spring water within the premises.

A historic Ryokan, a nationally registered tangible cultural property, preserving its original appearance since its establishment in Showa 9. The cuisine is meticulously prepared, enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients using traditional Japanese techniques and wisdom. Enjoy the 100% natural Onsen sourced directly from the spring, available 24 hours a day.

"The gentle scent of wood and warm hospitality" We offer a relaxing space with clean air, using domestically naturally dried cedar and Koya trees. You can spend a leisurely time while listening to the whispers of the trees. We welcome you with warm hospitality surrounded by the gentle scent of wood.

Seiryu Sansuika Ayunosato is located along the banks of Japan's Three Great Rapids, the "Kuma River," offering views of the Hitoyoshi Castle ruins across the river and the mountain ranges of southern Kyushu in the distance. Additionally, our open-air and large public baths feature Onsen waters known for their skin-beautifying and fatigue-relieving effects, perfect for soothing your travel weariness.