5 Recommended Luxury ryokan in Karatsu | Enjoy the Delicious Genkai Sea and Ocean View [Saga]

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Karatsu" has a lot to offer, such as "Cape Hato," the northwesternmost cape on the Japanese mainland, and the terraced rice fields of Hamanoura, a superb view spot. Saga The Genkainada Sea, which sometimes appears rough and rugged, offers a strong and beautiful view of nature. Niji-no-Matsubara, a 4-km-long pine forest along the Genkai Sea, is one of the three most scenic pine groves in Japan. Passing through the path lined with black pine trees, you may enjoy a romantic date that is a little different from the usual.

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Karatsu is a place where you can enjoy not only natural scenery, but also exquisite cuisine. In particular, the exceptionally clear "Yobuko squid" is a must-try delicacy. There are also many beach huts where you can casually enjoy seafood, so it is recommended for girls' trips where you want to enjoy eating your way around the town, or for solo travelers who want to melt away the daily fatigue in the sea breeze.

If you want to enjoy a special trip, stay at a special ryokan. For an anniversary with your special someone, a commemorative trip with close female friends, or as a treat for yourself, why not stretch a little more than usual and stay at a luxury ryokan? The hospitality rooted in the Karatsu region is sure to make your trip a memorable one.

In this article, we introduce luxury ryokan that will leave you entranced by their appearance. They are all very attractive, including inns with ocean views from all rooms, inns where you can enjoy the rare "Shioyu" (sea salt bath) in Japan, and inns that specialize in the fine cuisine of Karatsu. We hope you will find this information useful for your trip to Karatsu.

Yoyokaku is conveniently located just a five-minute walk from Karatsu Castle and two minutes from Higashinohama Beach. Renovated in 1912, it is a traditional Japanese ryokan with a historic feel. The simple white walls, narrow black lattices, and orange light filtering through the shoji screens fill your heart with a sense of nostalgia.

All guest rooms at Yoyokaku are Japanese-style. Some rooms overlook the garden lined with 200-year-old pine trees, allowing you to enjoy the pure Japanese atmosphere to your heart's content. Yoyokaku modest yet filled with a spirit of polite hospitality. The space has been carefully designed to make guests feel at home, making it a great choice for adult couples looking to enjoy a relaxing time.

Yoyokaku 's cuisine values the five tastes, five colors, and the five senses. The head chef personally selects the ingredients at the market that day and serves the best ones in the best way possible. Dinner is served in your in-room dining or in a separate room. Another thoughtful touch unique to Yoyokaku is that one or two dishes are carefully served at a time so that the food doesn't get cold.

Founded in 1876, Ryokan Wataya has been cultivating a spirit of ryokan for over 140 years. The main building, a Western-style building, was registered as a national tangible cultural property in 2014, and its stately appearance exudes a sense of history. The romantic interior is irresistible for those who love the atmosphere of the Meiji and Taisho periods.

Wataya is the only place in Karatsu where you can enjoy natural onsen from its own source. The natural onsen, named "Princess Kaguya's Bath" because they were discovered in a bamboo forest, have a slightly alkaline spring quality with a slight salt content. The women's bath is equipped with a cypress bath and a ceramic bath, and you can see Karatsu Castle across the Machida River. Enjoy the luxurious view while soaking in the special natural hot onsen and cypress scent that can only be enjoyed at Wataya.

For retro lovers, we highly recommend staying in the "Twin Room." This special room is limited to one room and has been designed to be the same as the room that was used as a reception room during the Meiji period. If you stay in this room, with its retro red accents against the white walls, you're sure to look great. Take lots of photos and feel like you're traveling through time!

Mizuno ryokan was founded in 1953. It is close to tourist attractions such as Karatsu Castle and the Former Takatori Residence, a nationally designated important cultural property, making it a convenient base for sightseeing in the area. At Mizuno ryokan, you will be greeted by the historic samurai residence gate that was moved here from Nagoya Castle about 400 years ago. Bow to the history that has been woven since the Keicho era and pass through the gate with a solemn feeling.

All of the purely Japanese-style rooms have an ocean view. The vast ocean will soothe your tired body after a day of sightseeing in the area. There are eight rooms in total, all of which are full of charm, including rooms with tea rooms, rooms overlooking Karatsu Castle, and rooms with indoor cypress baths overlooking the ocean. There's no need to worry about anything when you're with someone you know well, so just lounge around on the tatami mats to your heart's content.

If you visit Mizuno ryokan, be sure to try their gourmet cuisine, which is made with carefully selected ingredients. Mizuno ryokan is particular about using local ingredients, such as fresh seafood caught in the Genkai Sea, Saga beef, and vegetables from Karatsu. They also pay special attention to the broth, so as to bring out the flavor of the ingredients. There is no doubt that your stomach and your heart will be satisfied.

All guest rooms at Ryokan Uohan, facing Niji-no-Matsubara, have an ryokan view. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the dazzling white sand beach, pine forest, and Karatsu Bay. If you want to add color to a special trip with your loved one, we recommend staying in "The Moller," a special room with an observation balcony on the top floor. After lying down on a wooden chair and enjoying the sea breeze, relax in the spacious, high-quality twin bed.

Uohan is committed to using locally produced ingredients. Seafood such as squid, abalone, and turban shells are kept in a tank until the moment they are served, ensuring that they are extremely fresh. The extremely clear and fresh "live squid sashimi" has a crunchy texture and a rich sweetness that is irresistible.

"Shioyu Naginone," nestled amidst cool greenery, is an inn that was awarded a special prize in the "Japanese Small Inns" category of the "44th Top 100 Japanese Hotels and ryokan Selected by Professionals" awards. If you visit this inn, be sure to try the "Shioyu." The Shioyu, made by boiling seawater drawn from the Genkai Sea, is said to be rich in high-quality minerals. When you hear the word "seawater," you might imagine it to be sticky, but the Shioyu here is characterized by its smooth texture on the skin. Enjoy this rare Shioyu in a large observation bath with a spectacular view ♡

If you want to enjoy a saltwater bath in a private space, we recommend using the family bath. It is fully equipped with a semi-open-air bath filled with saltwater, a private sauna with a cold bath, a living room with a TV and sofa, and even a separate sink, and it is free for guests to use once. Enjoy a relaxing time with your loved one or friends.

There are 23 guest rooms to choose from, with ocean view rooms overlooking Karatsu Bay, which has been selected as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Japan, and garden view rooms overlooking the beautifully landscaped gardens. For girls' trips with lots of friends, we recommend the "Special Ocean View Room." Enjoy a special resort stay in a spacious 72㎡ Japanese-style room with three rooms. Dress in a yukata of your choice and take commemorative photos with the ocean in the background.

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Karatsu is a town where you can enjoy magnificent nature and the fresh seafood that nature nurtures. In summer, the Kyushu Fireworks Festival and the Hado Cape Summer Fireworks Festival paint the sea red, and in autumn, the Karatsu Kunchi Festival takes place, wrapping the town in a festival mood. Karatsu is recommended not only for romantic couples trips with your partner, but also for girls' trips where you can enjoy gourmet food and shopping, and for free-spirited solo girls' trips. Enjoy Karatsu to your heart's content, with plenty to see.