A 5-minute drive from the spectacular Takachiho Gorge, Ryokan Shinsen offers rooms with a Japanese-style decor and free Wi-Fi, some of which have open-air baths. It features a concierge, a garden and a souvenir shop. Free parking is available. Rooms boast a Japanese-style living area with a tatami (woven mat) floor and a low table with seating cushions. Yukata robes and tabi socks are provided, while some rooms have a bathroom completely made from Hinoki cypress wood. Featuring a beautiful serene Zen garden and characteristic walkways with pebbles and stepping stones, Shinsen Ryokan offers a soothing and nostalgic Japanese environment. The entire ryokan has tatami (woven mat) floors, and a natural acoustic device welcomes guests with gentle sounds at the entrance of their room. A Japanese breakfast and a traditional multi-course meal with local seasonal dishes is presented at Tearoom Wabisuke. The dining area has open hearths and seating cushions on the tatami (woven mat) floor, and chairs are available upon request. Ryokan Shinsen is a 20-minute drive from Takachiho Jinja Shrine, and the sea of clouds at Kunimi-ga-Oka or 'Nirvana in Aso' can be visited a 15-minute drive away.Takachiho Bus Center is a 10-minute walk away, while Kumamoto Airport is within a 90-minute drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
2 futon beds
2 twin beds
and
2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Takachiho
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Yfn
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff was very friendly and helpful. Each of the four meals I had were served in a different private dining room with a beautiful view. Needless to say, the meals tasted and looked great!
  • Paige
    United States of America United States of America
    Five star traditional Japanese breakfast, which was amazing! This was followed by a five star traditional Japanese dinner, which was even more amazing! The staff was exceptional, always attentive to the needs of my 90 y/o mother. The facility was...
  • Alice
    United States of America United States of America
    First class everything! Super accommodating staff. Excellent food. The ryokan is excellent in every way!

Area info

Amenities of Ryokan Shinsen
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests who wish to have vegetarian meals or guests who have food allergies need to contact the property at least 3 days in advance.

Guests who wish to have dinner at the property need to make a reservation at least 3 days in advance. Please note that there are few restaurants around the property.

Please note that child rates are applicable to children 5 years and under, and adult rates are applicable to children 6 years and older. Please contact the property for more details.

FAQs about Ryokan Shinsen

  • The prices at Ryokan Shinsen may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Ryokan Shinsen include:

    • Twin
    • Family
    • Villa
    • Double
    • Quad

  • Check-in at Ryokan Shinsen is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Ryokan Shinsen is 1.9 miles from the center of Takachiho. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Ryokan Shinsen offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):