Okutsuchiyu Onsenkyo, Mountain Gorge Hot Spring, Kotaki Onsen

It was my first time visiting Tsuchiyu Onsen, and since it was located in Oku-Tsuchiyu Onsen, a bit further into the mountains from the onsen town, I was able to enjoy the soothing sound of the river and the fresh mountain air, which was absolutely wonderful. The staff at the accommodation were all polite, kind, energetic, and warm-hearted; I felt truly healed by their hospitality. My son was deeply impressed by the tea incense burner in our room and delightedly mentioned how its natural fragrance was much better than detergents or sprays like Risesh. The meals were delicious no matter what we had; you could feel they were carefully prepared with great hospitality. Please continue doing your best with your lovely cats!

Delicious meals that can be fully enjoyed even when staying alone. Dinner included a compact irori (traditional Japanese hearth), char fish, and frozen mochi. The hot pot was wild boar stew, which was also excellent. The hot spring was delightful as well. I stayed in a room with an open-air bath; although the tub was small, the quality and temperature of the water were perfect, allowing me to relax while enjoying the surrounding views. Being an accommodation in the mountains, it’s understandable that there are many insects entering the premises. Using tape provided in various places, I dealt with stink bugs (they’re here even in April!), ladybugs, and some unidentifiable insects I had never seen before—this added to the unique experience!