Gentle wave patterns, like a floating island in a dry landscape garden. Golden hot springs flowing abundantly since ancient times. A one-day-only, unscripted theater of the sunset. Nagasaki's Iki Island is a 'Small Sanctuary' that cleanses the soul. With heartfelt hospitality and gourmet dishes woven from freshly harvested ingredients, rediscover your own origins. This is a one-of-a-kind island inn where unforgettable travel stories are created. 12 rooms in total, equipped with open-air baths sourced from natural hot springs and offering ocean views. Iki Retreat Kairi Murakami
Yunotsuru Onsen in the mountains of Minamata has a small hot spring town where Tsurumisou is located.Opened in 1962. With pride in its high-quality spring water, you can enjoy six different private baths during your stay. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, we hope to help you escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and reclaim your personal time. Experience the changing scenery of the mountains throughout the seasons, a Showa retro hot spring town, and natural flowing hot spring baths.And the meals. Featuring seasonal ingredients, we offer uniquely arranged dishes with meat from Kumamoto and Kagoshima as well as fresh seafood. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you.
Founded in Taisho 3 (1914), Bingoya has been welcoming visitors to Tamashima Port in Kurashiki with its cuisine. A detached tea house surrounded by an old garden with ancient trees. Each building is constructed along the slope of the mountain, offering broader views as you ascend. Each structure has a unique charm, showcasing intricate designs that evoke the nostalgia of old Japan. Formerly a traditional Japanese restaurant, it now operates as a culinary inn, where guests can enjoy authentic seasonal kaiseki cuisine from the Seto Inland Sea in detached rooms or private dining spaces.