Kikuya Hotel

My husband and I used the family bath and it was wonderful. I would say this ryokan does not lack the old Japanese character but it is quite old. The bath was ¥600 because it was private. The other bath is only ¥200.

The private rotenburo (¥600 per family) was a pleasant surprise. Bring your own shampoo (the owner will provide shampoo/w rinse for free if ask). Natural surroundings and peaceful

This inn is located in the Yunotsuru hot spring town, one of Minamata's two major hot spring resorts, known as ``Umi no Yu no Ko'' and ``Mountain Yu no Tsuru.''Although it is an inn, it is quite old and there was no one at the reception desk when I arrived, but there is a box to put the fee in, so you can use it without worrying.I don't know if the power is turned off when there are no customers, but it was dark overall.The changing room was also dark and I couldn't find a light switch, and the switch I found was one of the three bare light bulbs in the bathhouse. It was lolAfter a while, a person who appeared to be a pleasant host came and turned on all the lights. The bathhouse is a semi-open-air bath with no washing area, running water, showers, or provided shampoo or body soap, so please bring your own.The hot water is a little hot, with a temperature of 59 degrees from the source. The bottom of the bathtub is packed with large stones, so be careful as it can be slippery. The hot springs were great.

As for business hours, there was a sign on the front door that said "9:00-20:00."When I called after 9 o'clock, the reception desk was unmanned and there was a notice that the fee would be placed in a box.The men's bath is an indoor bath, but the wall facing the stone wall is wide open, giving it a semi-open-air feel.The quality of the spring water is said to be alkaline and contains sulfur (I couldn't find a detailed ingredient list), but perhaps because it was semi-open-air, I didn't notice much of a sulfur smell.The water temperature is quite high, but if you pour hot water over it, you won't have to worry about it.The bottom of the bathtub is full of rocks, but it doesn't seem like the water is gushing out from under your feet (there was a spout).Judging from the display, I think it's free flowing water from the source (with added water).

Day trip hot spring useNo running water or showers in the washing areaThe bathroom is not flat and has large stones that make it difficult to walk around.Please be careful if you are elderly.The water is just right and has a nice scent.

2024/07/09 2 nightsPhone reservations can be made six months in advance, but confirmation is required one month in advance.¥18,000 including tax for 2 nights and 2 meals(There is also a hot spring treatment plan that includes 1 night and 3 meals (with one less dish for dinner))Take the Shinkansen to Shin-Minamata StationA product store and convenience store where you can buy small souvenirsThere is no smoking area on the platform, but the smoking area is next to the convenience store.There seem to be about two taxis by the time the Shinkansen arrives.In the JR air conditioned waiting room (outside the ticket gate)Wait for about 30 minutes for the bus heading towards Minamata Station.Originally, you would have to transfer to the Komi bus going to Yunotsuru Onsen at Minamata Station.(Transportation IC cards can be used for both)...Transfer time is 1 minute...it seems impossible.I decided to transfer at the bus stop "Jinnai" in front of me.(20 minute waiting time, no shops etc. around)Get off at “Yunomoto” and cross the bridge in front of the hotel.By confirming with the inn that you will arrive at 13:15 in advance and saying ``It's okay.''I went to the hotel, but no one came out.My phone also went to voicemailI had no choice but to wait in the lobby.(The footbath at the entrance is currently unavailable)It seems that the landlady misunderstood that we would arrive at 2 o'clock.The room includes 1 yukata, 2 bath towels, 1 towel for 2 nights,2 toothbrushes, 1 pouch each of shampoo and conditioner, 2 bar soaps (small)Please request for hot water pot, air conditioner, and cold water pot.Futons are provided and you need to draw them yourself.TV, washroom, toilet (Japanese style with a simple Western toilet)If you open two windows in a corner room, you can enjoy the river breeze.No Wi-Fi, au smartphone could be usedNo safe, inside key is a hook type, outside key is a padlockThere is dust, stains, and small trash in the hallway.When did you clean your room?It is impossible to sit or lie down except on cushions or futons.The fittings and fittings are old and splendid, but...By the way, the yukata and towels were clean.I didn't get bitten by ticks or insects during the two nights I stayed.A two-door shared refrigerator with an unplugged outlet in front of the men's bath in the hallway.The inside is the same as the inside of the building (there is no rotten food or strange smells)I was able to use it properly.I couldn't put it in directly, so I put it in a bag.Vending machine in the lobbyNo smoking inside the building, ashtray available in footbathWell, even though I think it's a failure considering the room.Refresh yourself and go to the hot springsHowever, the hot springs are reasonably clean.(The regulars are people with common sense)There are two women's baths.Although the rock bath has a shower,Difficult to use due to water flowI don't know what will happen in winterBoth have window frames but no windows.Hair dryer in the changing room1 private open-air bathThis is the type where you just soak in a hot spring.The spring quality is colorless and odorless, with a slightly slimy feel.Of course it's freeAccording to the ingredient list, the temperature of the source hot spring is about 63℃.The indoor bath is water-filled and the outside temperature is 34-35℃.You can take a slow, long bath at around 40℃.The open-air bath is water-free and feels slightly hotter than the indoor bath.I can't stop sweating even if I don't take a long bathBut after that it's smooth and smoothThe meals are home-cooked for dinner and breakfast, and the quality and taste are average.There was nothing wrong with the white rice.Check in and out times are flexible.Great for public transport usersThe hot springs and quiet environment (the only other guest was a man, and there weren't many people stopping by)I think it's outstandingFor your referenceThe local lady I talked to on the Comic BusIf you want to stay overnight, Asahisou is recommended.

The facility is aging and has reached its limit.If you don't go soon, it will be gone.Cleaning is also worse than before.It's worth saying and watching at least once. Choose the person you want to stay with.If you don't like being dirty, you can't do it.

A hot spring inn located in Yunotsuru Onsen. It is said that Yunotsuru Onsen had many visitors for hot spring treatments, so although it is a simple inn, the hot springs are very nice. …

Minamata is an old inn located in Yunotsuru Onsen. I visited on a day trip to take a bath. It was a tasteful inn located along the river. As someone who likes ``Hukita!'', there are many things that resonate with me. It's old anyway, but it was worth seeing. Also, as expected, the hot water in the bath was very soft and fed directly from the source. The spring quality is alkaline simple sulfur spring. Alkaline hot springs are suitable for keeping skin smooth. I would like to visit again someday.

I stopped by at 88yu.I had a bad feeling about it due to the unusually unfriendly manner in which they appeared when I checked on the phone to see if it was open, but...Someone left something in the bathroom with a piece of paper.The foot wiping mat is soaked.The hot water was very good and the footbath outside was nice, so I thought it was a waste.