[Unzen] The distance between you and your boyfriend is getting closer♪ Recommended for couples: 7 onsen ryokan with "guest room open-air baths"

If you're both working, you might feel like "I want to spend some time alone together sometimes..." In those cases, why not try a two-day, one-night trip to onsen? Spend some time relaxing with your partner at a charming onsen inn. Also, getting away from your daily routine can help you refresh your mind, and unlike a sightseeing trip that takes you to many places, it's a great way to slowly soothe your body and mind.

onsen area we'll be introducing this time is Unzen City in Nagasaki. It's famous for "Unzen Jigoku," where steam rises from the hot springs, and you can enjoy the sulfur-scented, cloudy white waters of Unzen onsen. You can also enjoy casual sightseeing, such as eating onsen eggs while walking along the promenade. Also, about a 20-minute drive from "Unzen Jigoku" is the seaside onsen area "Obama onsen," where you can enjoy a date eating gourmet seafood♪

If you're traveling as a couple, we recommend staying at an inn with an open-air bath in the room. You can forget about your daily routine and enjoy some time alone with your partner. In this article, we'll introduce you to onsen ryokan and hotels in Unzen City where you can enjoy an open-air bath in the room. We've selected these places with an emphasis on the atmosphere that couples can enjoy. Please use this as a reference.

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"Tabitei Hanzuiryo" is a high-class ryokan that sits quietly a little away from the center of the onsen town. Beyond the traditional Nagayamon gate is a beautiful large garden of 20,000 tsubo (19,000 m2). There are only 14 guest rooms, so you can spend your time in elegance while enjoying the atmosphere of a Japanese ryokan. It is perfect for couples who want to relax and enjoy themselves on their anniversaries.

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All guest rooms are independent "detached buildings." Of these, two of the "special rooms" are equipped with open-air baths. They are luxuriously furnished with a large hall, living room, bedroom, onsen spring bath, and sauna room. You can relax as if you were in a mansion just for the two of you. Enjoy a relaxing time with your partner while taking in the view of the beautiful garden.

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The special room's onsen spring bath is spacious, and even if you soak with your partner, you can stretch your legs out. Relax and unwind without worrying about the people around you. There is also an indoor bath where you can see outside, so you don't have to worry if it rains. (*Image is for illustrative purposes only.)

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After your bath, why not take a stroll through the vast Japanese garden? There is a teahouse within the grounds, so you can relax and enjoy matcha green tea and sweets while admiring the garden. In early summer, the fresh greenery and lush moss are a sight to behold, and in autumn, the carpet of autumn leaves is stunning. You'll feel like you're in a temple in Kyoto.

"Unzen Fukudaya" is an inn decorated with folk art-style furniture. You can relax in a warm space. After checking in, take a break in the lobby lounge with a fireplace. Watching the fire burning with your partner will make you feel calm.

If you're looking for a luxurious getaway for couples, we recommend the rooms in the new wing, "Yamasho Bettei." All rooms have a terrace and an open-air bath with natural hot spring water, allowing you to experience a luxurious feeling. The modern interior will also lift your spirits.

The open-air baths in the guest rooms of the new building, "Yamasho Bettei," have a modern design and a clean feel. You can enjoy the cloudy white water that is typical of Unzen while looking at the scenery. Why not relax in the hot onsen while listening to your favorite music on the Bluetooth speaker provided in the room?

Dinner is a menu that allows you to fully enjoy the local flavors, using Nagasaki brand meat, seafood caught in the sea off the Shimabara Peninsula, and fresh local vegetables. They are particularly particular about "hot pot dishes," and you can enjoy their specialty "Koichoru Nabe" that has been around since the restaurant first opened. Hot pot dishes are a sign of intimacy. Enjoy a heartwarming dinner with your partner, digging into the hot pot.

"Unzen Kyushu Hotel" is a resort hotel with a luxurious atmosphere. It is located close to "Unzen Jigoku", the symbol of onsen area, and you can enjoy a luxurious stay while watching the steam rising from the hot springs. It is recommended for those who want to enjoy the scenery typical of Unzen, or those who prefer a modern hotel over ryokan.

The rooms in the accommodation building have great views. You can relax while watching the rising steam. The rooms are sophisticated Japanese-Western style like those in a city hotel. They are equipped with a couch, dresser, closet, and other amenities, making them very convenient and comfortable to stay in a stylish atmosphere. They are perfect for couples who prefer beds to futons!

All rooms in the accommodation building have a semi-open-air onsen bath and terrace facing the "Unzen Jigoku". The water is not 100% natural, but if you soak in it while watching the steam rising in front of you, you'll get the full onsen feeling.

After dinner, why not spend some romantic time with your partner at the café bar or rooftop lounge? Drinks are complimentary for guests, so you can enjoy yourself without worry. Breathing in the fresh air at the open terrace bar is sure to release you from the fatigue of everyday life.

Higashien is a lodging facility located on the banks of Oshidori Pond, a spectacular spot near the center of Unzen onsen. Surrounded by deep forests, you will feel as if you have wandered into a painting. Turn off your everyday and work mode completely and relax with him.

The two guest rooms, "Riyui" and "Jasmine", are equipped with an open-air bath facing Oshidori Pond. The modern design makes it the perfect space for stylish adult couples. The large windows allow you to feel free during your stay. Sitting on the sofa and chatting together will be a special memory of your trip.

The open-air baths in the guest rooms are luxuriously filled with our own hot spring water. Just beyond the bath is a magnificent view of the Oshidori Pond and the Unzen forest. Enjoy a luxurious bathing experience where you can surrender yourself to the great outdoors.

Higashien boasts not only a spectacular view, but also delicious food. Guests can enjoy kaiseki cuisine made with luxurious ingredients such as juicy Nagasaki Wagyu beef, raised on mineral-rich pasture, and plump kuruma prawns caught at Nagasaki's Togitsu Port. The tableware used is made from Arita ware, a Kyushu specialty, and the restaurant is particular about its appearance, so you can enjoy each and every moment from the time the food is served to the time you put it in your mouth.

For couples who want to enjoy a traditional Japanese atmosphere, we recommend "Yuyado Unzen Shinyu." You can spend a peaceful time in a room with a garden filled with Japanese atmosphere. Another appeal is that it is relatively affordable among rooms with onsen. The entire inn has a casual atmosphere, so you can relax without feeling tense.

If you want to enjoy the open-air bath, we recommend the "Moon Garden" room. It is set back from the other rooms, so you can spend quiet and private time with your partner. You can sit on the chairs on the veranda and chat, or put your feet up on the tatami mats and enjoy tea and sweets, and feel like you're relaxing at home with him.

There are two types of open-air baths at "Tsukitei": a Hinoki bath and a Shigaraki bath. The water is directly drawn from the private hot spring. You can spend a relaxing time while looking out at the well-maintained Japanese garden. Let yourself be healed by onsen and the Japanese atmosphere.

If you're a couple who likes alcohol, why not try a trip to a shochu bar? You can try rare, rare shochu, such as premium potato shochu brewed in a private brewery. Compare the different types together and have a fun night! Just be careful not to drink too much.

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In addition to "Unzen onsen," there are other onsen springs in Unzen city. "Obama onsen" is one of them. It is a onsen area facing the sea, so you can enjoy a feeling of openness. All rooms at "Hotel Orange Bay" have an ocean view, so you can enjoy a stylish resort atmosphere with your partner.

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Not only do all rooms have ocean views, but they also come equipped with private open-air baths with natural hot spring water. There's nothing more comfortable than soaking in onsen while listening to the sound of the waves. At dusk, you'll be enveloped in orange light, creating a romantic mood for you and your partner.

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Dinner is generally not included, but there are many attractive restaurants around the hotel! Why not ask for recommendations and go around the local izakayas and restaurants with him? As it is a seaside town, there are also restaurants that serve delicious seafood bowls.

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Next to the hotel is a gelato shop. The specialty "Yusenbei Ice Cream" is a local gourmet dish created in collaboration with a long-established local confectionery store. It would be nice to enjoy a date with your boyfriend, strolling along the beach and eating all the different treats.

"Iseya" is another inn in Obama onsen overlooking the sea. It is a long-established inn founded in the Edo period, but was renovated and reopened in 2019. The building is clean and comfortable. The lobby is furnished with designer furniture from Denmark, so you can relax as if you were in a stylish cafe. It is recommended for couples who want to enjoy a relaxing onsen trip.

All rooms have an ocean view and are modern Japanese-Western style. The bright colors of the interior will brighten your mood. There is a Ryukyu tatami mat space by the window where you can lie down or put your legs up and relax while looking at the ocean.

All rooms have a private half-open-air bath with natural hot spring water. As it is a half-open-air bath, it is warm and comfortable even on cold days. You can enjoy the refreshing Obama hot onsen while looking out at the sea. The faint smell of the sea and the pleasant sea breeze will make you want to soak in the bathtub forever.

meal The location is a modern dining room overlooking the sea. You can enjoy a creative Japanese course centered on seafood landed in Tachibana Bay. The sushi, which changes daily, is a lovely dish filled with ingenuity, and you will want to take a picture of it before you eat it. You will have a memorable dinner time on your trip.

We have introduced onsen inns with open-air baths in the rooms in Unzen City. There are many types of "onsen inns", from Japanese ryokan with a traditional Japanese atmosphere to Western-style hotels with a resort feel. Choose an inn with an atmosphere that is comfortable for both of you, and enjoy a memorable trip to Unzen with your partner.