Activities

Beppu is home to over 100 communal baths known as "Jimosenn," which are deeply integrated into the daily lives of the local people. Here, a unique hot spring culture breathes, woven together with a long history. We will reveal the secrets to fully enjoying these local baths while mastering their traditional rules with "Iki" (graceful etiquette). After the talk, we will introduce limited-edition goods that include an entry ticket to the historic "Takegawara Onsen." It is an experience that will add vibrant colors and depth to your typical hot spring journey.

■ What is "ABCs of Onsen Culture"?

At KAI, a leading brand of hot spring ryocans across Japan, we offer "Onsen Culture Iroha"—a special program designed to help guests go beyond simply soaking in the water and truly immerse themselves in the unique regional hot spring cultures.

Beppu Onsen boasts the highest number of hot spring sources in Japan, offering seven out of the ten recognized spring types. The hot spring at KAI Beppu is renowned as the "Shiage-yu" (the finishing bath), making it the perfect finale to any hot spring tour. In this experience, you will uncover the charms of hot springs while creating your own original mist formulated with local spring water.

■ What is "ABCs of Onsen Culture"?

At KAI, a leading brand of hot spring ryocans across Japan, we offer "Onsen Culture Iroha"—a special program designed to help guests go beyond simply soaking in the water and truly immerse themselves in the unique regional hot spring cultures.

Enjoy a moment of pure bliss with "Midori Milk," beloved by the people of Oita Prefecture.

After thoroughly warming your body in the hot springs, treat yourself to our exquisite soft-serve ice cream as a luxurious reward, allowing the rich, creamy flavor of the milk to fill your mouth.

The following morning, gaze at the beautiful sunrise over Beppu Bay while enjoying our "Morning Post-Bath Milk" that gently revitalizes every corner of your body.

Furthermore, we also offer original merchandise. Please relish this exclusive, special experience that allows you to fully appreciate our deep love for the local area.

As night falls, the inn is enveloped in the atmospheric steam of the hot springs. From June to September, we offer special "summer-limited events" that evoke a sense of nostalgia and excitement, such as a shochu stall and fireworks projection.

▼ Click here to discover how to enjoy our summer-limited "Dramatic Onsen Town"

▼ Click here for our year-round events and information

We are now offering the "Beppu Retro Hot Spring Tour," a plan that allows you to fully enjoy Beppu's local public hot springs, known as "Jimo-sen." In this plan, you'll learn the proper way to bathe and the etiquette of Jimo-sen from our expert staff. You'll then set out on a tour of the Jimo-sen, equipped with the necessary tools provided in our "Jimo-sen Companion Kit." After your relaxing bath, you can return to your room at KAI Beppu and enjoy the ocean view with a refreshing "Jimo-beer" and "Jimo-ice," our original beer and ice cream.

Under the supervision of a balneotherapy specialist, KAI presents "Cool-down Soaking"—a unique way to beat the summer heat. Enjoy a revitalizing hot spring experience complemented by specially designed cooling spaces and refreshing beverages.

Beppu hot spring tie-dyeing uses hot spring water to rinse off the dyes to reveal the design. The dyed cotton cloth is then colored with tie-dyeing, etc., to create any design.

For those who want to fully enjoy both leisurely sightseeing in the surrounding area and a relaxing stay at the accommodation at a great value, we recommend our special consecutive night stay plan.

We offer highly therapeutic massages by nationally certified staff. After bathing, blood circulation is improved and the body can relax more easily. A massage before dinner also helps with digestion.