Ryokojin Sansou

A long-standing hotel established in 1917. The 165 thousand square meter hotel grounds sprawl in a quiet, natural forest. The hotel was formerly the Maruo Ryokan inn, where famous authors and poets such as Akiko Yosano, Mokichi Saito, and Ujo Noguchi stayed and left their handwritten works. The hotel’s bathhouse is supplied by a simple spring and a simple sulfur spring, and bathers can relax in a large indoor bath or outdoor bath. The waters of the simple spring can also be drunk for health benefits. The bathhouse is open to non-guests, and the hotel also boasts four outdoor baths which can be privately reserved for ultimate relaxation. The hotel serves traditional Japanese kaiseki course cuisine made with seasonal ingredients from Kagoshima.

Spot details

Address: Kagoshima Pref. Kirishimashi Makizonochoutakachiho 3865 Map
Area: Kirishima Area
Phone: 0995782831
Hours: [Large public bath hours] 12:00-15:00 (Last entry)
[Private open-air bath] 11:00-14:00 (Last entry)
Closed: Days closed twice a year
Fees: [Bathing charge]
[Adult]600yen
[Elementary School Students]
300yen

[Private open-air bath]
[Adult]1,200yen(50 minutes)
[Elementary School Students]600yen(50 minutes)
Parking Lot: Available(60spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Available (at outdoor smoking area)
Wi-Fi: Available
English Menu: Available
Note: * Due to the new Coronavirus epidemic, closed Sunday may be added. Please check with the facility for details.
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available