2465 Kirishimataguchi, Kirishima-shi, Kagoshima, Japan
📞 0995-64-8008
Takechiyo Kirishima Bettei in Kirishima Onsen is a pure-Japanese-style ryokan where seven of the eleven ground floor rooms feature private open-air onsen baths filled with slightly hot sulfur spring water that creates beautiful yunohana (mineral deposits) dancing in the clear water. The ryokan is particularly renowned for its elaborate full-course kaiseki meals that closely follow Japanese tradition, taking over two hours to enjoy yet still leaving some guests unable to finish the generous portions, with breakfast similarly impressive featuring perfectly cooked white rice and a variety of flavors in small bowls. Located near Kirishima Shrine, this atmospheric inn offers thoughtful amenities including complimentary drinks in the refrigerator, yukata selection for women, and a common room where guests can enjoy freshly brewed coffee, creating a complete experience of traditional Japanese hospitality.
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35 minutes by bus from Kagoshima Airport to Maruo, then 15 minutes by shuttle bus (Advance booking required)
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