Itinerary
Day 1
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Kawaji Onsen is famous for its effectiveness in the early recovery of wounds, as the saying goes, “Kawaji for wounds, Taki (Kinugawa) for burns.”
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At KAI, we offer “KAI Hot Spring Healing,” an authentic hot spring cure experience based on the efficacy and quality of the water at the hot springs.
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Take a time to relax with with a drink in your room. Now, change your clothes into our original Samue.
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Try making soybean flour of your choice with a hand-ground millstone. Even adults will be absorbed into the experience.
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Wrap your bathing kit in a Furoshiki, a traditional wrapping cloth, and off to the hot springs. Enjoy a luxurious moment in our open-air hot springs along the mountain stream.
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After enjoying the hot spring, relax in the Yuagari lounge with unfinished wood furniture and refreshing fresh air.
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We provide a hot pot to taste the delicious taste of duck such as meat and broth. You can enjoy the bounty of Satoyama together with seasonal vegetables and local soba.
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The breathing exercises in the “KAI Hot Spring Healing” Guidebook lets you calm down.
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Ginger tea with black vinegar and brown sugar relieves your fatigue and regulates your body temperature. It gradually prepares your body and mind for a relaxing and peaceful sleep.
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A soft, cloud-like mattress provides you the most comfortable sleep while supporting your body at its core. Smooth sheets and pillowcases invite you to heavenly sleep.
Day 2
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It is an exercise that incorporates unique movements mimicking rice planting and threshing. It lets you imagine a peaceful life in Tochigi’s woodlands.
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At KAI, we offer a “Local Breakfast” using ingredients and cooking methods that reflect the local culture.KAI Kawaji’s set meal features a vegetable-rich casserole that is derived from a dish featured in a Kawaji legend.
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Try walking with large strides while consciously “inhaling through the nose and exhaling through the mouth.” A course map is available with routes that you can walk lightly for about an hour.
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Panels on the display introduce the mechanism of hot springs, the history of hot spring cures, and the descriptions of the spring qualities. It is also a great way to review hot spring etiquette and manners.
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With our inn as a base, explore nearby spots such as Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Ryuokyo Gorge.
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Try your hand at “Karasuyama Washi Papermaking” and create a handmade postcard as a souvenir for your travel.
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Take a break in the lobby while looking out at the nature along the mountain stream that fills the large windows.
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We offer Kaiseki cuisine featuring Tochigi’s surrounding nature with a playful touch.
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At night, the open-air hot springs are illuminated with gourd lights, creating a fantastic atmosphere.
Day 3
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Our “Original Exercise” features unique movements that incorporate the local histories and tourism resources. It improves your blood flow, especially when coupled with bathing in hot springs.
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Off to the dining area to satisfy your stomach.
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Enjoy a relaxing moment while gazing at the mountain stream.
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We offer delicious coffee along with books and stories about the history, culture, nature, and crafts of the area.
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Our shop has a wide selection of local treats and folk crafts for you to take home.
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The check-out is until noon. When you leave the inn, you are refreshed and fully charged.