A Divine Gift:
Immerse Yourself in Healing Waters

Located on the 3rd floor, Yamanami no Yuya is a bathing area where you can enjoy a truly relaxing bathing experience in an open setting. Yamanami no Yuya's signature stunning views of the Southern Kyushu Mountains are sure to set your mind at ease. Our open-air baths feature both rock and cypress wood bathing areas.

Located on the 5th floor, Kura no Yudono is designed to evoke the walls of Hitoyoshi Castle. Guests can enjoy three distinct bathing experiences, moving between different pools with varying temperatures and water features. Enjoy scenic views of the ruins of Hitoyoshi Castle and the pristine Kuma River. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of this tranquil space, thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the captivating scenery.

Escape the everyday and indulge in a blissful experience of total relaxation. From your private open-air bath, immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of the Kuma River, the verdant mountains overlooking the ruins of Hitoyoshi Castle, and the ethereal beauty of the morning mist. Soak in the gentle waters, gaze at the star-filled sky or the rising sun, and achieve complete relaxation. Embrace luxury in this undisturbed sanctuary, a haven of tranquility just for you.

At our inn's front entrance, you'll find a foot bath fed by the free-flowing waters of our hot spring. Unlike a full-body bath, which can sometimes be taxing on the body, a foot bath is gentler and allows you to soak for longer periods. Warming your feet improves circulation throughout the body and is said to be effective in alleviating chills, insomnia, low blood pressure, and colds. It may also help relieve stiffness, fatigue, lethargy, swelling, and numbness caused by the cold. This is a popular spot for our international guests.

Hitoyoshi has a long and rich history of hot spring bathing, dating back to 1492, when the feudal lord Sagara Tametsugu, ruler of Higo Province (present-day Kumamoto Prefecture), was recorded as enjoying these healing waters. This tradition has continued for over 500 years.

After 70 years of drawing from our original hot spring source, we recently re-excavated it to ensure the continued purity and abundance of our hot spring water. All the baths in our inn are supplied by this hot spring, the Ayunosato Spring.

At Ayunosato, we are proud to offer the unique experience of drinking our hot spring water, a practice known as "insen"—a testament to the exceptional quality of our spring.

While the effects may vary depending on the water's properties, drinking hot spring water is said to be beneficial for chronic constipation, obesity, chronic digestive diseases, and diabetes.

In gratitude for the flourishing of our ryokan and the blessings the Ayunosato Spring has brought, we have enshrined the guardian deities of hot springs, Onamuchi and Sukunahikona, near it.

Please note that hot spring water is available for drinking only at the designated location next to the front entrance on the 1st floor. Please refrain from drinking hot spring water from the communal baths or any other areas.