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7 recommended "family baths" for day trips in Kirishima that the whole family can enjoy

Kagoshima Prefecture, one of the leading hot spring areas in Kyushu, has many "family baths" that can be used in completely private rooms. Among them, Kirishima City, home to Hinatayama hot spring, known as the birthplace of family baths, is dotted with a wide variety of family Outdoor hot spring that you can stop by on a day trip, such as open-air baths where you can enjoy seasonal scenery, barrier-free private baths, and baths with slides that you can enjoy with your children. In this article, we will introduce seven hot spring Property with family baths that are worth a visit if you visit Kirishima.

A family bath is a service where guests with a family can rent out a bath for their own use. Hot spring ryokan and other facilities nationwide offer this service, but day-use hot hot spring Property exclusively for family baths may not be as familiar outside of Kyushu. Most of them have an hourly rate system and can be used by families, friends, couples, and others.

There are various theories as to why there are so many family baths in Kagoshima Prefecture, but it is said that it has to do with the natural environment, where volcanic activity is quite active. Kagoshima Prefecture, which is home to 11 volcanoes, including its symbol, Sakurajima, has had abundant hot springs since ancient times. As a result, it was possible to offer services such as "family baths," where the water is replaced with new water for each customer.

Nowadays, there is a growing demand for hot spring as a tourist spot where families can enjoy them, and in addition to traditional family baths, new family bath spots with saunas and rest areas are on the rise. In particular, there are many family baths scattered around Hinatayama hot spring, which is said to be the birthplace of family baths. You can enjoy the famous hot springs that Saigo Takamori loved with your family.

Enjoy choosing a bath in a world that depicts a nostalgic story

There are many fairy tale-themed family baths. At Kintaro no Yu you can enjoy a slide and a reclining bath.
There are many fairy tale-themed family baths. At Kintaro no Yu you can enjoy a slide and a reclining bath.

This is the oldest family hot spring in Hinatayama hot spring. All the springs are free-flowing, and the water is a sodium bicarbonate spring that is colorless and transparent, and has a soft texture like lotion. There are 11 rooms in total, 7 of which are themed on fairy tales such as "The Old Man Who Blossoms" and "The Tale of Princess Kaguya," and 4 rooms are themed on "The Four Seasons" from The Pillow Book.
There are rock baths, cypress baths, and Goemon baths specially made by local gardeners and carpenters, and the most popular baths are Kintaro's Bath and Urashima Taro's Bath, which are equipped with slides. Toys such as water guns and ducks are available for free rental, so you can create fun memories with your children.

A tatami-mat resting space that is safe for families with small children

A spacious and clean rest area where you can relax and change clothes.
A spacious and clean rest area where you can relax and change clothes.

All rooms have a tatami-mat resting space and are equipped with a TV, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, etc. There are also plenty of services for families with small children, such as the rental of baby chairs and baby mats. You can also bring your own food and drink, so you can relax in the resting space before or after the bath.
Furthermore, in addition to shampoo, conditioner, and body soap, other amenities such as skin care gel and exfoliating peeling gel are also provided, making it convenient for those who want to stop by for a quick bath while traveling, as you can come empty-handed.

Comments Local Guide
Reservations are accepted from 9:50 a.m. and can be made by phone or on-site. We recommend making reservations early if you plan on using the facility on weekends.
Family hot spring Picture Scroll: Yugoya Story
  • URLhttps://www.yugoya-story.jp/
  • 住所2486 Himeshiro, Hayato-cho, Kirishima-shi, Kagoshima Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 15 minutes walk from JR Hinatayama Station
  • 営業時間10:00-24:00 (last entry 23:00)
  • 定休日Fourth Monday
  • 入場料Weekdays: 80 minutes 2,200 to 3,800 yen
    Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and peak seasons: 2,200 to 3,800 yen for 60 minutes
  • TEL0995-42-3406
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Sodium bicarbonate spring

All rooms have Outdoor hot spring, so you can enjoy the healing waters surrounded by greenery.

There are 21 rooms in total. All rooms have Outdoor hot spring, an indoor bath, and a rest room (2,000 to 4,700 yen per hour).
There are 21 rooms in total. All rooms have Outdoor hot spring, an indoor bath, and a rest room (2,000 to 4,700 yen per hour).

This family-friendly hot hot spring is located next to Hot spring ryokan "Shiki no Yado Meisui" in Kirishima City. Based on the concept of "enjoying the baths as if tasting them," all rooms have private spaces with Outdoor hot spring and indoor baths. The walks on the way to each room have an old-fashioned feel, and you can feel the changing of the seasons.
There are 21 rooms, all with different personalities, and none of them are the same. The popular "Iroha Momiji/Shirakashi" room, which has two Outdoor hot spring, a large indoor bath, and a mist sauna, can be reserved by phone on weekdays only (reservations must be made by the day before the day of use).

Refresh your mind with the hot spring water

There are 9 rooms available, all priced at 2,700 yen. There are two types of indoor baths: a stone bath or a cypress bath.
There are 9 rooms available, all priced at 2,700 yen. There are two types of indoor baths: a stone bath or a cypress bath.

All rooms are equipped with body soap, shampoo, and conditioner. Collagen-containing skin lotion and honey horse oil body milk are also available at the sink. Paid amenities are also available, and underwear and towels are also sold, so you can stop by empty-handed. Toys for children are also available for rental, so it is recommended for families with children.
After your bath, you can relax in the lush courtyard, drinking the hot spring water or purchasing ice cream or roasted Beni Haruka sweet potatoes (only available in autumn and winter) from the shop.

Comments Local Guide
Outdoor hot spring bath is hot, at around 50 degrees Celsius from the source, so it is recommended that you adjust the temperature with cold water before bathing.
Healing Bath Sansui
  • URLhttps://www.k-sansui.net/
  • 住所207-1, Kokubunken-Utsucho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 5 minutes by car from JR Hitodama Station
  • 営業時間10:00-25:00 (last entry 24:00)
  • 定休日Open everyday *Closed once a year for maintenance, please check the website
  • 入場料Indoor/outdoor baths, with rest rooms (8 rooms) 2,000 yen for 60 minutes
    Indoor/outdoor bath, with rest room (wide, 9 rooms) 60 minutes 2,700 yen
    Sazanka (indoor bath, outdoor stone and earthenware Outdoor hot spring, rest room included) 60 minutes 3,200 yen
    Shirakashi/Iroha Momiji (includes a large indoor bath, multiple Outdoor hot spring, mist sauna, and a rest room) 60 minutes 3,700 yen
    Karin (Large indoor bath, multiple Outdoor hot spring, full-scale sauna, massage machine, and rest room) 60 minutes 4,700 yen
  • TEL0995-45-2226
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Sodium bicarbonate spring
  • メモPrices vary depending on the room. The maximum number of guests is 4, and each additional person costs 500 yen (elementary school students and above). For more details, please check the official website.

Enjoy forest bathing in an overwhelmingly private space

Akamatsu no Yu: A private open Outdoor hot spring in the middle of nature
Akamatsu no Yu: A private open Outdoor hot spring in the middle of nature

A private bath at a ryokan in Kirishima city with over 100 years of history. Located at an altitude of 700m, it is surrounded by a quiet, natural forest of 166,000m2. There are four private open Outdoor hot spring with different atmospheres, and you can enjoy either a simple spring (Maruyama hot spring) or a sulfur spring (Iodani hot spring).
The most popular bath is Akamatsu no Yu, surrounded by forest and offering an overwhelming sense of privacy. The smooth emerald green sulfur spring water changes color from milky white to transparent depending on the climate and temperature. In the spacious Outdoor hot spring, you can enjoy a relaxing time to your heart's content.

Enjoy reading or art appreciation in the classical atmosphere of the lobby

The lobby displays artworks and photographs owned by the owner, both domestic and international.
The lobby displays artworks and photographs owned by the owner, both domestic and international.

In addition to hot spring, there is also a library with over 20,000 different books, and a reading room where you can listen to records. The library has a wide range of books, including travel magazines, literature collections, manga, novels, and essays, as well as picture books for children. The lobby also holds gallery events such as photo and art exhibitions, so you can enjoy art whenever you visit.
Furthermore, if you take a 15-minute walk along the forest therapy road (hand-washing walking path) on the premises, you can see the Hanabusa Falls in the Odanigawa Valley. This is a place where you can feel the nature of the four seasons.

Comments Local Guide
The museum's gallery has a "pine cone corner" where children Activity pick up pine cones in the forest, decorate them as they like, and take them home as souvenirs.
Traveler's Lodge
  • URLhttps://ryokojin.com/about-spa/day-trip-plan#kashikiri
  • 住所3865 Takachiho, Makizono-cho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 30 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport
  • バスアクセスTake the bus from JR Kirishima hot spring Station, get off at "Maruo" and walk for about 30 minutes
  • 営業時間Reception 11:00-14:00
    Opening hours: 11:00-14:50
  • 定休日Open daily
  • 入場料50 minutes per room: 1,200 yen for adults, 600 yen for elementary school students
  • TEL0995-78-2831
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉<Maruo hot spring > Simple hot spring
    <Iodani hot spring > Simple sulfur spring
  • メモReservations cannot be made by phone. Please make reservations at Front desk. Please check the website for details.

A famous hot spring that has long been loved by locals

An open-air rock Outdoor hot spring with natural hot spring water
An open-air rock Outdoor hot spring with natural hot spring water

hot spring It is one of the "Kyushu 88 hot spring tours" carefully selected as a "real hot spring" that is particular about the quality of the spring, and is a hot spring founded in 1970 (Showa 45). It is a famous hot spring that continues to be loved by local patrons, and the source is sodium bicarbonate spring. With the hot water, you will feel refreshed and smooth skin after taking a bath.
There are two types of family baths, 6 rooms with only indoor baths and 2 rooms with Outdoor hot spring. Both are reasonably priced, and you can bring your own amenities or buy them at the shop. It is open from 9:30, so it is also attractive that it can be used in the morning.

A relaxing break space where you can eat and drink as you like

The rooms with Outdoor hot spring and indoor baths (1,500 yen/hour) are equipped with a TV, toilet, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.
The rooms with Outdoor hot spring and indoor baths (1,500 yen/hour) are equipped with a TV, toilet, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.

The spacious rest room is equipped with a refrigerator and microwave, and you can bring in your own food and drinks. You can spend your time however you like, such as watching TV or having lunch. The shop also sells soft serve ice cream and lightly poured coffee. The spacious private space is recommended for families as well as solo visitors.
You can also Experience golf at the adjacent golf driving range. Golf equipment can be rented for free, so even beginners can feel at ease. You can also plan to relieve stress by relaxing in hot spring after washing off your sweat.

Comments Local Guide
You can feel the local atmosphere here, where local customers gather. There is a rest room in the annex, which is equipped with Wi-Fi and can be used for 5 hours for 1,100 yen, so it is recommended to stop by as a rest spot during your trip.
hot spring Onsen
  • URLhttps://www.iwato-onsen.com/貸切湯
  • 住所3261 Kokubu Himeshiro, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 10 minutes by car from JR Kokubu Station
  • バスアクセスTake the bus from JR Kokubu Station, get off at "Kubota", then walk for about 10 minutes
  • 営業時間6:30-22:00 (last entry 21:30)
  • 定休日1st Tuesday
  • 入場料Indoor bath, private bath with rest room 1 room 60 minutes: 800 yen
    Open-air bath, indoor bath, and private bath with rest room: 1 room for 60 minutes: 1,500 yen
  • TEL0995-45-4136
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Sodium bicarbonate spring

Listen to the murmuring of the river and enjoy Outdoor hot spring surrounded by nature

The "Kawasemi" room (3,800 yen/90 minutes) has Outdoor hot spring, as well as an indoor bath (hot and cold) and a terrace.
The "Kawasemi" room (3,800 yen/90 minutes) has Outdoor hot spring, as well as an indoor bath (hot and cold) and a terrace.

Located on the banks of the clear stream Amorigawa River that runs through Kirishima City, this is a private hot spring where all rooms have natural spring water. The source of the carbonated Ramune hot spring is 191.6 mg of metasilicic acid, a natural moisturizing ingredient that is said to have skin-beautifying effects when present at 100 mg or more. For this reason, it is known as a beauty bath that can be expected to have skin-beautifying effects.
We have carefully selected skin care products that are gentle on the skin, such as shampoo, conditioner, face wash, and body soap. The natural scenery and hot spring will soothe your body and mind.

Enjoy outdoor bathing on the terrace where you can enjoy the seasonal scenery

The terrace at "Kawasemi" is sunny and you can cool off in the shade.
The terrace at "Kawasemi" is sunny and you can cool off in the shade.

Of the 18 rooms, 12 have only an indoor bath, 4 have an indoor bath and Outdoor hot spring, and 2 have two indoor baths (hot and cold) and an Outdoor hot spring bath. You can enjoy different atmospheres depending on the room, from stylish cut stone baths and rock baths to warm wooden baths. In addition, all the private baths face the Tenmoku River, so you can relax while listening to the babbling of the river. "Kawsemi" also has a terrace where you can enjoy an open-air bath.
The lobby is a must-see, as it sells works by handmade artists living in Kirishima, as well as souvenirs from Kagoshima.

Comments Local Guide
You can enjoy private time in a private bath in a place surrounded by nature. There is also a great value "Weekday Special Plan for One Person" so please check the official website for details.
Flatfish River Hot Spring
  • URLhttp://www.kareigawa.com/
  • 住所4471-2 Kareigawa, Hayato-cho, Kirishima-shi, Kagoshima Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 13 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport
  • 営業時間10:00-23:00 (last entry 22:00)
  • 定休日Thursdays (open on public holidays)
  • 入場料Indoor bath, private bath with rest room 1 room 60 minutes: 1,500 yen
    Open-air bath, indoor bath, private bath with rest room 90 minutes: 2,800 yen
    Open-air bath, 2 indoor baths (hot and cold), private bath with rest room 1 room 90 minutes: 3,800 yen
  • TEL0995-54-6060
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Sodium bicarbonate spring
  • メモThere are special plans for single occupancy on weekdays. Please check the website for details.

A family bath in the style of a traditional Japanese home

A private space where you can look up at the sky
A private space where you can look up at the sky

Property has a retro atmosphere where you can enjoy family baths where all the rooms have natural hot spring water. All 11 rooms are rented as a single independent building, and can be used as if they were a detached building. The rooms reuse fittings from the Taisho period, and feature an irori hearth table in the center of the tatami mats, creating a retro space that evokes nostalgia. There is also a refrigerator, microwave, and toilet, so you can relax and unwind just like you would in a traditional Japanese inn.
All rooms are barrier-free and come with a full range of amenities, including shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. Baby baths and baby chairs are also available for rental, making it a safe place to bring small children.

All rooms have a full-scale dry sauna

Great for sauna beginners, with an indoor temperature of around 80 degrees
Great for sauna beginners, with an indoor temperature of around 80 degrees

The main feature of this Property is that it is equipped with a full-fledged dry sauna, which is rare for a family bath. The dry sauna is a spacious space that can accommodate two adults without feeling cramped. After the sauna, you can Experience the basic flow of washing off the sweat in the shower, entering the cold bath, and relaxing in the open air.
You can choose the usage time from 1 hour to a maximum of 7 hours (weekdays only), so it's nice that you can decide the length of time you want to stay according to your mood. There is no limit to the number of people per group, so you can use it from one person.

Comments Local Guide
They do not take reservations by phone, so you may have to wait your turn on busy days such as weekends and holidays. We recommend that you visit with plenty of time to spare.
Family Bath Tenkuu
  • URLhttps://kazokuyu-tenku.com/
  • 住所339-1 Shigehisa Kokubu, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 8 minutes by car from JR Kokubu Station
  • バスアクセスTake the bus from JR Kokubu Station, get off at "Kubota", then walk for about 1 minute
  • 営業時間10:00-24:00 (last entry 23:00)
  • 定休日December 31st - January 3rd
  • 入場料1 room 60 minutes: 2,200 yen
    75 minutes: 2,500 yen
    90 minutes: 2,700 yen
    120 minutes: 4,200 yen
    Other (maximum 90 minutes on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)
  • TEL0995-47-7171
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Sodium bicarbonate spring
  • メモReservations cannot be made by phone. Reservations can only be made on the day at the venue.

All rooms are barrier-free, and there is a sophisticated family bath.

The bathroom at "YUUSARI" has few steps to the bathtub
The bathroom at "YUUSARI" has few steps to the bathtub

This family hot spring in Hinatayama hot spring has eight rooms that are all barrier-free. The owner, who has been involved in welfare for many years, has put his heart into every detail, making the facility accessible to physically challenged guests, and one room is equipped with a lift that can be operated with the push of a button. There is also a covered Parking so you can enter the building without getting wet on rainy days.
The spring water is sodium bicarbonate, which is said to have skin-beautifying effects, removing dead skin cells and dirt from the skin, leaving it smooth. Outdoor hot spring and indoor bath are 100% natural spring water, and the temperature can be adjusted to your liking.

A place where everyone can feel safe

A comfortable space gently lit by indirect lighting
A comfortable space gently lit by indirect lighting

There are three types of rooms: one with only an indoor bath, one with an indoor bath and Outdoor hot spring, and one with an indoor bath, an open-Outdoor hot spring, and a massager, so you can relax in them. There is also a free foot bath near the entrance, so even those in wheelchairs can soak in it.
The interior of Property is modeled after a Thai resort, and the courtyard is filled with water, reflecting the light at night, creating a more fantastical atmosphere. Everyone, from children to the elderly, can enjoy hot spring in a high-quality space.

Comments Local Guide
Although it is not possible to specify a room, all rooms are spacious and open. The roofed Outdoor hot spring is comfortable even on rainy days.
Family hot spring Kinohana
  • URLhttp://kono87.jp/
  • 住所2-43-1 Himeshiro, Hayato-cho, Kirishima-shi, Kagoshima Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 8 minutes by car from JR Kokubu Station
  • バスアクセスTake the bus from JR Kokubu Station, get off at "Hayato hot spring Hospital", then walk for about 5 minutes
  • 営業時間10:00～23:00
  • 定休日4th Thursday
  • 入場料Indoor bath, private bath 1 room 60 minutes: 1,700 yen
    Indoor bath, lift, toilet, private bath 1 room 60 minutes: 1,700 yen
    Open-air bath, indoor bath, private bath 1 room 60 minutes: 2,200 yen
    Open-air bath, indoor/cold bath, massage chair, private bath 1 room 60 minutes: 2,800 yen
    Open-air bath, indoor bath, massage chair, private bath 1 room 60 minutes: 2,800 yen
    If you enter before 8pm on weekdays, you can extend your stay by 30 minutes for free (excluding peak periods)
  • TEL0995-43-1113
  • 駐車場free
  • 温泉Sodium bicarbonate spring
  • メモReservations can only be made on-site. *Reservations can only be made by phone when using the lift (elevator).

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