Unexplored Shirakawa Gensen Sanso Takefue

Hikyo Shirakawa Gensen Sanso Takefue is a hot spring ryokan in Shirakawa Onsen, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture. All baths are fed directly from the source (kakenagashi). Every open-air bath is a private bath, set within bamboo groves so you can soak as if becoming one with nature. A large 7 m × 5 m open-air bath can also be reserved privately. There are three private open-air baths, and you can soak with drinks (free alcohol and juice) placed in a bucket beside you. Day-use plans with a midday break are available, making it possible to visit without staying overnight. Dining options include luxurious kaiseki cuisine and barbecue. The inn also offers “Zen spa” elements, and even a full day stay may leave you wanting to stay longer. The gift shop features stylish, unique original goods that you’ll want to keep. Thoughtful touches such as Hermes amenities are also a plus for many women. Access: take a bus from Aso Station to the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop, then a taxi for about 10 minutes.