Itinerary
Day 1
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By soaking yourself peacefully in the sulfur spring, a unique characteristic of Kirishima Onsen, your skin rejuvenates and becomes clearer and brighter.
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It is only a 15-minute taxi ride from the station.
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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.
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On several occasions, our “Yumori of KAI” -Hot Spring Concierge- at KAI will explain the history of the hot spring as well as its spring qualities and effective ways to bathe.
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Wrap your bathing kit in a Furoshiki, a traditional wrapping cloth, and off to the hot springs.
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Enjoy a relaxing, open-air bath while admiring a spectacular panoramic view of the grasslands. At the Yuagari lounge standing in a field of Japanese pampas grass, complimentary local teas and popsicles are available.
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Enjoy Japanese Kaiseki cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients, served with Satsuma ware, a traditional handicraft of Kagoshima Prefecture, and other elaborate tableware.
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Enjoy a lively performance by our crews dressed as gods, using drums and Kagura bells to depict a myth of the descent of a goddess’s grandson to create a foundation of Japan.
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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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This is a unique exercise inspired by the history of Kirishima. Guests are welcome to join in this exercise free of charge.
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At KAI, we offer a “Local Breakfast” using ingredients and cooking methods that reflect the local culture. At KAI Kirishima, we prepare a local Kagoshima Prefecture dish.
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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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Try our breathing techniques to enhance the effects of the hot spring or enjoy the local beverages after bathing.
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The slope car connects the guest rooms to the public bath. Taking the slope car allows you to enjoy the view of the surroundings at a different altitude from your room as it moves along slowly.
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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 Kirishima Shrine and Takachiho Farm.
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At our Viewing Terrace, enjoy the scenery and relax while feeling the pleasant breeze of nature flowing through the Kirishima Highlands.
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Reward your taste buds with the "Tenchi (Heaven and Earth) Steamed Wagyu Beef and Berkshire Pork Steamed Special Kaiseki course with Black Vinegar," impressively steamed in a two-tiered seiro (steamer).
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When the weather is good, you can enjoy the open-air bath while gazing at the sky full of stars.
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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Enjoy panoramic views of Sakurajima and Kinko Bay from the open-air baths in the guest room. Enjoy the unique sulfur springs of Kirishima Onsen in a private space undisturbed.
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Off to the dining area to satisfy your stomach.
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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.