Itinerary
Day 1
Located at an altitude of 700 m, Unzen Hot Spring is also famous as a summer resort.
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.
Take a time to relax with with a drink in your room.
On several occasions, our “Yumori of KAI” -Hot Spring Concierge- at KAI Unzen will explain the history of the hot spring as well as its spring qualities and effective ways to bathe.
After a bath, cool off in a relaxing, well-aired space surrounded by majestic nature.
KAI Signature Rooms offer a deeper dive into the local culture.
Guests get to arrange letter blocks in a variety of creative ways as they try their hand at letterpress printing, a technique first practiced in Japan in Nagasaki.
Enjoy our Kaiseki cuisine featuring the best seasonal ingredients.
The breathing exercises in the “KAI Hot Spring Healing” Guidebook lets you calm down.
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.
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
Move and stretch your entire body as you power-walk your way through the rocky, steamy environment of Unzen Jigoku.
At KAI, we offer a “Local Breakfast” using ingredients and cooking methods that reflect the local culture.
With our inn as a base, explore nearby sightseeing spots such as Shimabara Peninsula.
We offer delicious coffee along with books and stories about the history, culture, nature, and crafts of the area.
Dinner options include a shabu-shabu with a broth flavored with umami-rich flying fish, which enhances the flavor of the meat—and the udon noodles added at the end of the meal.
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.
Day 3
While soaking in the hot spring, wait for the morning sun to rise.
Off to the dining area to satisfy your stomach.
Our shop has a wide selection of local treats and folk crafts for you to take home.
The check-out is until noon. When you leave the inn, you are refreshed and fully charged.