A Touch of Sentiment and Full Healing at Hotaru no Yado Sendou Ryokan

Hotaru no Yado Sendou (ほたるの宿 仙洞) 📍 2634-1 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102, Japan 🕒 Check-in: 3:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM ♨ 24-hour hot spring access / Private family baths available / Open-air baths included 🍻 Unlimited beer refill machine available 🌅 Walking distance to Lake Kinrinko / Highly recommended for early morning strolls --- ✔ Overall Review ✔ Reasonable package – Includes ryokan stay and kaiseki meal at a satisfying price ✔ Traditional ambiance – Harmonious blend of tiled roofs, wooden interiors, and lanterns ✔ Clean and delicious meals – Perfect dining experience with chicken shabu-shabu and local sake ✔ Convenient location near Lake Kinrinko – Ideal for early morning walks --- 🛏️ Accommodation & Hot Springs From the moment you step in, it feels like a fairytale setting! The tiled roofs, wooden interiors, cozy rooms, and hot spring baths exude charm. Both indoor and open-air baths are accessible 24/7, and despite the summer heat, the hot springs were incredibly rejuvenating. --- 🍽️ Dinner & Breakfast The kaiseki dinner features chicken shabu-shabu as the main dish! Served with a clean broth and an array of refined side dishes, it was a delightful meal. Local sake added to the atmosphere, and the staff even took commemorative photos, which were gifted upon check-out. Breakfast was equally satisfying! The rice was so delicious that I ended up having two bowls 🍚 --- 🌅 Early Morning at Lake Kinrinko Lake Kinrinko is within walking distance from the ryokan. Visiting early in the morning, the mist-covered lake offered a stunning and dreamlike view. After a morning stroll, the breakfast tasted even better! --- 💬 TIP Although Yufuin Station is a bit far, taxis are available. An early morning walk at Lake Kinrinko is a must! Private family baths are recommended for those seeking a more intimate hot spring experience.