[Unzen] A trip to get away from everyday life and relax♪ 6 hotels and ryokan where couples can enjoy an extraordinary experience

When you feel tired from work or haven't been on a trip for a while, you might want to get away from your daily routine with your partner and heal your mind and body. If you're going on a trip, why not visit a place where you can enjoy something out of the ordinary in the midst of magnificent nature?

In that case, we recommend Unzen in Nagasaki! Surrounded by rich nature, Unzen is a town full of atmosphere with a foreign atmosphere, as Christian culture flourished here in the past. Relax in a long-established hotel, or find peace and quiet in a quiet place. It's the perfect place for tired couples to relax.

Unzen is a onsen area with an abundance of sulfur springs that are said to have high medicinal properties. Relaxing in onsen will instantly relax the body and mind of the couple. In this article, we will introduce hotels and ryokan in Unzen that are recommended for couples and offer an extraordinary experience.

Mt. Resort Unzen Kyushu Hotel is surrounded by mountains. It can be accessed by bus from Isahaya Station in about 80 minutes. It is small with about 25 rooms, and is recommended for couples who want to enjoy a private space. Each room has a semi-open-air bathroom and a terrace, and some rooms offer a view of Unzen's "Hell Valley."

You can see the Unzen mountains from the bath. You can enjoy the blue sky and the mountain scenery dyed in the colors of the four seasons in your own space. Enjoy this luxurious time as much as you like and relieve your daily stress and frustrations with your partner.

For dinner, you can enjoy a menu of mostly Western dishes in the hotel's dining room. Nagasaki's marbled wagyu beef is rich in fat and has a texture that melts in your mouth! It's an original menu that combines locally sourced ingredients with the food culture unique to Unzen. Enjoy a happy meal together, savoring the taste buds.

Unzen Yumori no Yado Yumoto Hotel features traditional, relaxing Japanese-style rooms. It can be reached in about an hour by car from Isahaya Interchange. This long-established inn has been in business for over 300 years since the Edo period, and you can feel the good old traditions there. This hotel is perfect for couples who want to immerse themselves in a nostalgic mood. Relax to your heart's content with your partner in this hotel that is filled with the charm of Unzen.

The bath uses hot spring water from "Unzen Jigoku." In addition to the large public bath, there is also a private open-air bath and sauna. Warm up your tired body after work and detox thoroughly! The women's powder room has plenty of space, so you can take your time to care for your skin.

Dinner is a banquet that makes generous use of local Shimabara Peninsula cuisine. You can enjoy plenty of ingredients that will please your body, such as fresh vegetables that are famous brands and lively seafood caught in the nearby sea. There is also a wide variety of side dishes, so it's a good idea to walk around a lot and work up an appetite before heading to dinner.

Unzen Kanko Hotel has a stylish, classical atmosphere. It can be accessed by bus from Isahaya Station in about an hour and a half. Originally established as a hotel for foreign tourists, the guest rooms have a classic Western design. You can experience the tradition of a dignified classic hotel during your stay.

The "Sulfur Spring Bath" in the building is a classical space that is no less impressive than the rooms. The hot spring water is piped from the "Koito Jigoku" in "Unzen Jigoku". The bathtub is completely drained of water once a day and cleaned to keep it sparkling clean. It's a clean and spacious bath where you'll want to stretch your arms and legs and soak in the hot water for a long time!

For dinner, you can enjoy a full course meal using ingredients from Unzen at the French dining area. Enjoy the taste of the ingredients by eating large seafood such as sea urchin, abalone, and shrimp. The colorful French cuisine has a beautiful contrast that will make you want to take photos.

Unzen onsen Azumaen is located beside a pond. It can be reached in about 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from Isahaya IC. It is located along the clear water of Oshidori Pond, and you can enjoy a beautiful view from the rooms. Why not listen to the sound of the water with your partner, breathe in the fresh air outside, and feel the richness of nature?

The inn's hot spring, "Rien," has a beautiful view, and you'll feel as if you're bathing surrounded by nature. Behind the bathtub is a pond, and you'll feel as if you're one with it. Watch the mountains and sky reflected on the water's surface, and relax in the warm water to pamper your hard-working mind and body.

For dinner, you can enjoy sushi made with seafood caught in the Ariake Sea. It is carefully arranged on a custom-made Arita ware plate, and looks like a work of art. They don't use boiled soy sauce, and instead make the most of the flavor of the ingredients. Enjoy every bite of this luxurious dish that you can only get here.

Obama onsen Private Spa Hotel "Orange Bay" is perfect for couples who want to stay at a hotel by the sea. It is located about a 40-minute drive from Isahaya Interchange. You can see the refreshing ocean from the windows of your guest room, so you can enjoy your own ocean view. Looking out at the expansive horizon, your everyday worries may seem insignificant.

Each room has an open-air bath with an ocean view. Take a bath while watching the sun set, or warm yourself up while gazing at the starry sky. You're sure to have a luxurious day! With the breathtaking ocean view in front of you, the bond between you and your partner is sure to deepen.

The breakfast is mainly soup with lots of ingredients, such as large chunks of vegetables and sausages. It comes with side dishes such as fruit and bread, so you'll be full from the morning. Having breakfast while looking out at the sea may taste even better than usual! I'd love to share it with him.

Located about 50 minutes by car from Isahaya Station is the OYO Obama onsen Hamakan Hotel. This onsen inn has been loved by many tourists since the Meiji era. The rooms are clean, Western-style rooms. What's great is that each room is equipped with a foot massager! Take turns using it with your partner to relieve the fatigue of your trip and relieve swelling in your feet.

The large public bath is a spacious space with large windows. You can see the Tachibana Bay right there, which is sure to relax your body and mind. The bath has a waterfall bath and a jet bath, so you can relieve your body stiffness from various angles. It's also nice that you can use it both in the morning and at night.

Breakfast is a healthy buffet with plenty of vegetables and fruits. You can enjoy as much as you like of a wide selection of Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes. After a good night's sleep, eat a hearty meal to recharge your energy for the trip!

Unzen has many hotels and ryokan where you can forget about your daily routine and relax! You can soak in the hot onsen that are said to have beneficial effects for as long as you like, enjoy the overseas atmosphere in a classic hotel, and enjoy meals that are full of the bounty of nature. It seems like you can blow away the fatigue and stress of everyday life. Why not enjoy some extraordinary time just the two of you in Unzen on your next trip with your boyfriend?