Ryokans in Kirishima

Best accomodaition I”ve been ever. Sakura view from balcony, onsen, fantastic traditional dinner and breakfast. Like in fairytale.

Tucked into the mist-veiled mountains just a short drive from Kagoshima Airport, this discreet riverside retreat feels like something out of a dream. As we ascended the winding road, a monsoon rain had transformed the landscape into a cinematic scene, verdant trees glistening, steam curling above the swollen river, and a hushed stillness that signaled we were somewhere special. The welcome was as warm as the mineral-rich waters. The owner herself greeted us with genuine hospitality that felt deeply personal, ushering us into a room that opened to our own private onsen, a sanctuary of steam and silence. Yet it was the communal baths that truly stole the show: outdoor, gender-separated, and perched dramatically above the river, where bathing in the rain felt almost spiritual, as if the past ten days of travel were being washed away one drop at a time. Dinner was a quiet triumph: a Taiwanese set menu that, while simple, was balanced and deeply satisfying, comfort food elevated by care and context. In a final act of kindness, our host insisted on driving us to the airport the next morning, leaving us feeling both spoiled and a little foolish. Because if there’s one regret, it’s this: staying only one night. Next time, we’ll linger. And you should too.

- the pickup and drop off from the station and at the airport - The bath in the room - the soft wonderful bed - the staff and the location

The breakfast and kaiseki dinner were really good. Dinner had different composition on each night and both fish and meat courses were very tasty. The baths were clean and the private bath system worked really well.

We spent 2 nights here exploring the area. Hotel location is excellent. The room was nice and the Onsen excellent - even has an outdoor space. Breakfast was good and there was lots of parking.

Staff are very friendly and the room is spacious and clean. Great view without any blockage. For drivers, there are limited parking lots. The breakfast and dinner are great. Lots of selection and well presented.

friendly staffs and a great outdoor onsen - outside of hotel building walking toward like a forest or park, outdoor onsen very cosy at night or early morning, tourist center is walking distance nearby