If you want to eat "Yobuko squid" ♪ 13 recommended ryokan in Yobuko, Karatsu / Saga

Karatsu/Yobuko in Saga has prospered as a gateway to the continent since ancient times. As a result, a variety of cultures have taken root here, making it the perfect place to experience something out of the ordinary. Not only does it have a scenic view facing the Genkai Sea, but it's also full of delicious ingredients grown in the rich nature! There are also photogenic sightseeing spots such as Karatsu Castle, which is famous for its cherry blossoms and wisteria, and Cape Hato, which is known as a lover's sacred place. ``Yobuko squid'' is famous nationwide.

Exceptionally fresh squid raised in the rough waves of the Genkai Sea. Its overwhelming transparency and plump texture make it a superb dish that can only be eaten in Yobuko. In Yobuko, you can catch bigfin squid from mid-October to mid-April, spear squid from January to March, and Kensaki squid from mid-April to mid-October, so you can enjoy fresh squid all year round. We also recommend "Squid Shumai" using Yobuko's squid!

The Genkai Sea facing Karatsu and Yobuko is a good fishing ground for delicious squid nurtured by the Tsushima Current and the Kuroshio Current. In particular, Yobuko Bay has many rocky shores, so the seawater is very rich in nutrients. The squid raised in a stress-free environment has a different sweetness and transparency! The crunchy texture and the natural sweetness of the squid can be said to be the result of the efforts of the Yobuko people to keep the sea beautiful. This time, let's introduce ryokan that boasts dishes where you can eat such delicious Yobuko squid.

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About 5 minutes by taxi from JR Karatsu Station. This ryokan welcomes you with the samurai residence gate that was relocated from Nagoya Castle 400 years ago. A resting place for adults where you can quietly enjoy the extraordinary in a calm room with a sukiya style. One of the attractions is the view of Karatsu Bay from all rooms. ryokan is recommended for those who want to spend a relaxing time in a calm space.

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All of the pure Japanese-style rooms in the sukiya-zukuri style have picturesque views of Karatsu Bay. Sitting on the wide porch and spending time slowly moving forward is a luxury you can't usually do. There are a variety of guest rooms, such as rooms with a tea room and rooms with a view of Karatsu Castle. Among them, "Shiro-no-ma" is recommended when you want to get away from everyday life and refresh yourself. There are windows on three sides, so you can enjoy the scenery of Nishinohama and Karatsu Castle to your heart's content.

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On the other hand, in the Hime no Ma (pictured), you can enjoy the bath attached to this room. The guest room has an ocean view cypress indoor bath. Relax your mind and body to the fullest while soaking in the spacious bathtub and enjoying the view from the window. In addition to the bath in the room, there is also a communal bath with a view of the sea, so please choose the one you like.

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Karatsu faces the Genkai Sea and is a treasure trove of fresh seafood. There is also the "Goto Ise Lobster and Saga Beef Grilled Plan (pictured)" where you can enjoy gorgeous dishes such as Yobuko squid, spiny lobster, and Saga beef. Squid, such as spear squid and oval squid, has different seasons depending on the type, so you can enjoy it at its most delicious state all year round. In addition, let's enjoy a variety of luxurious Japanese dishes that have been carefully selected, such as the specialty "Tonsan Namasu" and "Chigoe Tairyomori".

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About 30 minutes by bus from "Karatsu Bus Center (Oteguchi)" near JR "Karatsu Station". There is a pick-up service from ryokan to the Yobuko bus stop, so it is safe even for first-timers. This ryokan is located near the Yobuko Bridge and the Benten Promenade, where the silhouette of the bridge against the backdrop of the setting sun over the sea is beautiful. You can also enjoy fresh squid and other seafood from the Genkai Sea in in-room dining. Let's enjoy the leisurely time while watching the beautiful sunset over Yobuko Bay.

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How about this Japanese-Western style room where you can slowly heal your daily fatigue? Since it is a room on the 4th floor, which is the top floor, you can see Yobuko Bay and Nagoya Bay. Watching the sun set over Yobuko Bay from the large windows is so romantic♪ Enjoy a special time away from your daily life and in peace.

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Fully enjoy the local seasonal delicacies. All plans, including the basic plan, come with the outstandingly transparent “Ikizukuri of Yobuko squid”. In addition, there is also "squid dumpling" with a plump texture. Above all, you can enjoy your dinner without worrying about the people around you as it is in-room dining. Let's eat a lot of delicious food in a private space and make wonderful memories.

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The charm of this ryokan is that you can relax in the hot water while gazing out at the beautiful sea. The large public bath has large windows, so you can enjoy the beautiful starry sky and Yobuko Ohashi Bridge illuminated by the sun setting over Nagoya Bay. There is also an open-air bath, so you can relax while feeling the sea breeze. Refresh your body and mind and blow away the stress of everyday life!

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About 25 minutes by taxi from Nishikaratsu Station on the subway, this ryokan is located on the seaside with Yobuko Port spreading out before your eyes. If you look out the window of your room, you will feel as if you are floating on the sea. Let's enjoy the extraordinary and wonderful location. There is a promenade along the coast, so it's a good place to take a leisurely stroll and forget about the time.

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The view from the room overlooking Yobuko Bay is special and full of emotion. Spend a relaxing time listening to the sound of the ocean waves in an extraordinary space that makes you feel as if you are floating on the ocean. The historical Japanese-style room is equipped with retro-style lamps, so you can relax.

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This ryokan is located near Yobuko Bay. The moment you bite into the fresh Yobuko squid ikizukuri, the natural sweetness of the squid spreads throughout your mouth. In addition, you can enjoy a special dinner that can only be enjoyed in a port town, such as special Saga beef, abalone, turban shell, grilled tiger prawns, and homemade squid dumplings. You can meal at the table set on the wide edge of the room, so you can enjoy your private time while gazing at the beautiful sea outside the window without worrying about your surroundings.

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Stretching your legs and slowly soaking in the hot water is a luxury of your travel destination. You can also enjoy the beautiful view of Yobuko Bay from the public bath. In addition to the large public bath, there is also a private bath (reservation required), so if you want to enjoy bath time in a private space, be sure to use it. It's also nice to use the private bath and the large public bath according to your mood.

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About 35 minutes by bus from JR Nishikaratsu Station. There is a free shuttle service from "Yobuko" bus stop, which is very convenient. This ryokan is located on a hill overlooking the Genkai Sea near the Nagoya Ohashi Bridge, where you can spend a relaxing holiday with the sound of the waves crashing and returning. You can also enjoy a coffee break in the spacious lounge space (pictured) where you can enjoy the scenery from the large windows. Enjoy a luxurious time while drinking coffee (for a fee) that uses carefully selected beans.

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You can see the Genkai Sea, Yobuko Ohashi Bridge, and Nagoya Ohashi Bridge from the guest room where the sea side is entirely glassed. Let's spend an open time in a spacious space. The Japanese-Western style room (pictured) has tatami mats above the small rise, so you can stretch your legs and relax. If you wrap yourself in the amenity yukata, it will be an extraordinary space. Enjoy a cup of tea and take a break in a simple yet well-furnished room.

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Only at ryokan with the scent of the sea can you enjoy seasonal seafood grown in the raging waves of the Genkai Sea in a state of outstanding freshness. This "exquisite gourmet meal (seasonal sea) plan with sashimi" includes live squid sashimi, flounder sashimi, turban shell sashimi, sea bream sashimi, Saga wagyu beef hotpot, homemade squid steamed dumplings, and more. Gorgeous! You can also enjoy the fresh Yobuko squid sashimi prepared by the chef in a private room.

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On the top floor, there is a large public bath with an open-air bath. The men's bath overlooks the Nagoya Ohashi Bridge, and the women's bath overlooks the Yobuko Ohashi Bridge while you soak in the hot water. If you slowly soak in the hot water and heal your fatigue, all your stress and unpleasantness will disappear ♪ Bath amenities such as facial cleansing foam and lotion, which are essential for women, are also available, so you can carry less luggage. Happy.

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About 35 minutes by bus from JR Nishikaratsu Station, about 12 minutes by taxi from the Yobuko bus stop, and about 2 minutes on foot from the Yobuko Lodge-mae bus stop. here. An inn where you can enjoy delicious dishes such as squid from Yobuko. You can see the Genkai Sea from the terrace and lobby. Enjoy the happiness of watching the sun set over the Genkai Sea and the sunrise over the Genkai Sea during your leisurely time.

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A guest room where you can fully enjoy a refreshing trip with a beautiful view. You can enjoy a beautiful ocean view from the ocean side rooms overlooking the Genkai Sea. The mountain side rooms have a view of the lush Onoue Park side. This "Premium Ocean View Room" is a spacious space where you can see the ocean, and it's attractive to spend a relaxing and liberating time. There are also pet-only rooms and standard Japanese-style rooms, so you can choose the room that best suits your needs.

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At Shiokaze Shokudo on the 1st floor, enjoy delicious dishes made with plenty of fresh local ingredients. Yobuko's specialty, "Ikizukuri of squid," has amazing transparency and a crunchy texture. In addition, Yobuko's new specialty "Karatsu Q mackerel" and moderately sized abalone caught in the sea near the Genkai Sea are packed with carefully selected ingredients! Enjoy Saga sake, which goes well with fresh seafood dishes. With delicious food and delicious sake, it will be a wonderful memory.

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From the terrace, you can see the beautiful Genkai Sea. The wide open sky and the azure sea, which are hard to see in the city. It is adjacent to the "Shiokaze Shokudo" where you can enjoy breakfast and meal, so it would be nice to go out on the terrace after meal and feel the pleasant sea breeze. There is also a table set, so you can relax while listening to the sound of the waves.

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About 25 minutes by bus from JR Nishikaratsu Station, get off at Yobuko and walk for about 5 minutes. This inn is located in a port town with a beautiful Yobuko Bay dock in front of you. It is located in a good location, about 5 minutes on foot to "Yobuko Morning Market", and you can see magnificent nature and Yobuko Ohashi Bridge. The coastal road is lined with stalls selling fresh seafood such as dried squid, and you can enjoy interacting with the locals.

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All rooms at this inn have an ocean view. A simple Japanese-style room that makes you feel nostalgic is perfect for relaxing. There is a table set on the wide veranda, so you can enjoy the beautiful sea of Yobuko while drinking tea. At night, you can see the night view of Yobuko Bay outside the window. If you turn on the orange lanterns installed in the room, you can spend time in a mature and romantic atmosphere.

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Speaking of Yobuko, "Yobuko squid" is famous nationwide. The secret to deliciousness is not just because it is fresh. At this ryokan, the squid is cut quickly and skillfully before it is warmed by the body temperature of your hands, so as not to stress the squid. As a result, it becomes an impressive "live squid" that can only be tasted here. In addition, there are plans where you can taste the famous squid steamed dumplings and the nationally-famous brand of beef, Saga beef.

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In addition, I would like you to taste this breakfast. In addition to the standard breakfast items such as dried fish, pickled vegetables, and miso soup, "Tai Chazuke", which uses fresh wild sea bream that can be used as sashimi, gently fills your awakened body. For the first cup, pickled sea bream is just on top, and for the second cup is ochazuke. Be sure to enjoy the breakfast, which is so popular with customers that they will order more than one bowl of rice.

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About 30 minutes by car from JR Karatsu Station. There is a shuttle service from ryokan to the "Yobuko" bus stop, so access is easy. Standing by Yobuko Port, this ryokan is a long-established ryokan that was built more than 70 years ago. Small fish can be caught in the sea behind ryokan (pictured), so it is recommended for those who like activities. Fishing rods can be borrowed from ryokan, so you can come empty-handed. The fish you catch can be cooked and served for dinner, which is a great service.

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The charm of this ryokan is that you can stay in a wooden Japanese-style room with a nostalgic atmosphere. With a view of Yobuko Port from the large windows, it is designed to give the illusion that you are floating on the sea. At dusk, watching the tranquil coast of Yobuko after the squid fishing boats have set sail from the harbor is a luxurious time for those who are usually busy.

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The best thing about this ryokan is the meal! You can enjoy a delicious dinner that lives up to the name of a Japanese-ryokan. The owner himself goes to the Yobuko morning market to purchase seasonal ingredients and prepares a variety of dishes. Let's enjoy fresh natural seafood such as "Yobuko squid ikizukuri" with outstanding freshness and crunchy texture. For breakfast, there is dried fish, pickled vegetables, and tai chazuke, which is eaten with miso soup. There is no doubt that the deliciousness of the dishes will bring a smile to your face.

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This is a special bath that contains bittern of natural sea salt "Ichinoshio". You can also rent it out for free (reservation required) for each time slot, so you can enjoy a blissful bath time without worrying about anyone. Even busy people who don't usually take time to soak in the bathtub will be happy to be able to spend a leisurely time while traveling.

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About 60 minutes by bus from JR Karatsu Station. At Cape Hado, the northernmost tip of mainland Kyushu facing the Genkai Sea, you can enjoy local delicacies while gazing at the ryokan, and all rooms have an ocean view. Enjoy delicious food with a beautiful view. It is no exaggeration to say that this is the real pleasure of traveling. How about staying at a rustic lodging house where you can experience the happiness of traveling?

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From any room, you can enjoy the spectacular view from Cape Hado to your heart's content. If you look at the magnificent Genkai Sea, you should be filled with a sense of freedom. Guest rooms include Japanese-Western style rooms, Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and barrier-free rooms. There are also separate rooms. It is a space where you can spend a comfortable time while feeling the scent of the sea breeze from the window.

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Dinner is served at the restaurant overlooking the Genkai Sea and the islands. Please enjoy the beautiful scenery and enjoy the happiness of tasting delicious food. We recommend the very popular "Squid Katsuzukuri and Saga Beef Gozen" here. You can enjoy both Yobuko's squid and Saga beef, which are the two top of Saga "food". You can't finish your trip without eating these two, and let's enjoy squid shumai and sashimi to your heart's ♪ content.

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The view from the observatory bath is also very good. The refreshing blue sky and endless blue of the sea will make your heart feel cleansed. I feel that the beauty of nature envelops my body and mind, even if I am troubled or have a difficult time. In such a wonderful environment, if you soak in the spacious bath, you will definitely feel refreshed. Warm up your body slowly and take care of yourself.

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About 15 minutes on foot from JR Karatsu Station. This ryokan, which is also very close to the tourist attraction “Karatsu Castle”, was founded in 1876. You can feel the depth of history and tradition from the building standing in a calming Japanese garden. It is ryokan full of elements that allow you to spend a fulfilling trip, such as delicious cuisine unique to a long-established restaurant, onsen with its own source, and rooms with elegant Japanese architecture.

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The recommended guest room is the one with an open-air bath, Urashima. The room has a ceramic open-air bath, so you can enjoy onsen anytime you like. Relax and warm your mind and body while feeling the sound of the trees swaying. In addition, there is a Japanese garden outside the window, so you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. There are Japanese-style rooms with a view of Karatsu Castle and the castle town, Western-style rooms with a retro feel, and barrier-free rooms, so please choose a space that is comfortable for you.

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For dinner, let's enjoy Japanese cuisine made with special attention to detail. In the Yobuko Squid Ikizukuri Kaiseki Course (pictured), you can eat Yobuko squid with a chewy and sweet taste that will impress even the most gourmets. There is also a kaiseki course with copper plate grilled Saga beef and a course where you can enjoy the plump texture of squid dumplings. There are also plenty of a la carte dishes, so be sure to add items such as spiny lobster sashimi and Karatsu's new specialty "Karatsu Q Mackerel" for a luxurious dinner.

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It is said that the natural onsen with its own source that heals the tiredness of the trip was named "Kaguyahime no Yu" because it was discovered in the bamboo grove of ryokan. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Machida River and Karatsu Castle from this observation bath. Soothe your mind and body while gazing at the seasonal scenery through the window. There is also an open-air bath where you can relax with the scent of cypress, and a white pottery bath where you can bathe in a pleasant breeze.

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About 6 minutes by car from JR Karatsu Station. Surrounded by the scent of the tide, this ryokan offers an extraordinary experience. It's right in front of the sea, so you can forget about time and take a leisurely walk along the beach. You can enjoy a peaceful trip with warm and heartfelt hospitality.

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From the calm Japanese-style room, you can overlook the Karatsu Bay that spreads out in front of you. When you open the window, you can hear the refreshing sea breeze and the sound of the waves, so you should be able to relax in a different environment than usual. In our daily lives, we are pressed for time and rarely have the opportunity to see the ocean. So forget all the time and stress during your trip and let yourself be enchanted by the scent of the sea and the tide.

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Dinner can be served in your room, so enjoy your meal in a private space. This "Squid Iki Sashimi, Ise Lobster Iki Sashimi, and Top Rank 5 Saga Beef Plan" is a luxurious plan that fills your stomach with a gorgeous 3-combo of Yobuko squid, Ise lobster, and Saga beef. You can enjoy squid sashimi caught in Yobuko Port in Karatsu City, Ise lobster sashimi, and marbled Saga beef steak all at once, so you can be satisfied with your heart and stomach.

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For breakfast, let's have breakfast at the fine view meal "Karatsu Chaya". The delicious miso soup made with Karatsu dried sardines, Karatsu miso, and Karatsu tofu warms your body after waking up. In addition, please enjoy a luxurious breakfast from the morning with mentaiko and dried fish from Karatsu, and the main dish, sea bream chazuke. The view of Takashima from Hoto Shrine and the beautiful sea from "Karatsu Chaya" will be one of the feasts.

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It is about a 7-minute walk from JR Hamasaki Station, but there is a free shuttle service available (reservation required). The charm of this ryokan is that all rooms have an ocean view. Starting with the special room "The Moller" (pictured), there are also Japanese-style rooms with fine-view balconies, and Japanese-Western style rooms perfect for family trips. Spend a soothing time while feeling nature with your whole body, such as the sky and sea, the sound of waves, and the sea breeze.

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The special room "The Moorer" is said to be a reproduction of a villa built by the British Mr. Eric Moorer who was moved by the scenery of Karatsu. Therefore, you can enjoy the resort feeling as if you were in a villa. And the biggest attraction of this room is the "observation balcony (pictured)"! If you look at the setting sun or the glittering morning sun from here, all your troubles will disappear. If you want to soothe your soul, this is the room for you.

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At night, enjoy original Japanese kaiseki cuisine full of seafood, such as squid from Yobuko and local fish from Karatsu. You can enjoy fresh and luxurious dishes such as grilled Kuroge Wagyu beef on a ceramic plate, boiled fish, and sashimi. There is also a wide variety of bespoke menus, so you can order additional dishes of your choice, such as live squid, flounder, live abalone dancing, and spiny lobster. Of course, you can't miss the live squid ♡

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Feel the sea breeze while enjoying the superb view in this private bath with a view (reservation required). It's not onsen, but it has a great sense of openness, and if you can enjoy the scenery like this, you'll be very satisfied. On a clear day, you can see the city of Karatsu from Niji-no-Matsubara, Karatsu Castle, Karatsu Bay to Iki. There is also a large communal bath where the sea side is entirely made of glass, so be sure to use that as well. If you refresh yourself with a beautiful view and a bath, you'll be able to do your best at work and housework from tomorrow!

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About 7 minutes by taxi from Karatsu Station. This ryokan, where the day begins with the selection of ingredients, truly conveys the commitment of a "food inn". In order to maximize the original power of the ingredients, they carefully examine the dashi, salt, miso, and soy sauce. Karatsu ware is used not only for the tableware that decorates the dishes, but also for the vases and washstands, so you can get in touch with local traditions. In addition, you will be greeted by a splendid gate unique to a long-established store and a building with a sense of history.

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Spacious guest rooms with large windows are all Japanese-style soothing. From this 10 tatami mat Japanese-style room in the main building, you can see the landscape garden, so please enjoy the seasonal expressions. For those of you who are always busy, you may need a relaxing time in a pure Japanese-style room with a beautiful garden view. Forget about the stress of relationships and worries about work during your trip, and let yourself be healed here.

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You can feel the season of Karatsu at the dinner where you can enjoy fresh natural seafood caught in the Genkai Sea and other ingredients from the mountains and seas. In this "Exquisite steak plan with squid sashimi" (in-room dining), you can enjoy the crunchy texture and sweet squid sashimi, as well as the special marbled Saga Kuroge Wagyu beef steak that is carefully grilled for 30 minutes. , a small pot of ladle shells, tsubo-yaki turban shells with dashi stock, and simmered live pheasant grouper to fill you up♪

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Please enjoy a leisurely bath time in the bath unique to Karatsu, which uses a vessel made by Tetsuya Nakazato of Keizenbo Kiln for the washbasin. The retro bathroom is a stone bath and has a taste. Even if you are usually a shower person, let's warm up your mind and body by soaking in the bath slowly.

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About 10 minutes on foot from JR Hamasaki Station. If you make a reservation in advance, we can pick you up from the station. A quiet hideaway for adults with 23 rooms overlooking Karatsu Bay, which was selected by a newspaper company as one of the "100 Views of Japan". Here, you can enjoy live squid sent directly from Yobuko and seasonal fish from the Genkai Sea. Listen to the roar of the sea from the sea, and spend a mature holiday at this healing inn where you can spend a relaxing time with a calm feeling.

*As of July 2023, it is closed for a long time due to renovation work. Please check the official website for the reopening time.

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This ryokan has two types of rooms: "Ocean View" rooms, where you can enjoy the sound of the waves while gazing at the deep blue sea, and "Garden View" rooms, where you can relax in the greenery of the garden. You can sleep on the special futon that pursues comfort. While enjoying the best sleep, relax and heal your daily fatigue.

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Direct from Yobuko! The beautifully clear and fresh [Iki no Ikizukuri] is a must-try dish. The crunchy texture and sweetness are so delicious that the image of squid is overturned. In addition, you can enjoy fresh seafood such as "Karatsu Q mackerel" and famous local specialties such as "Saga beef" and "Imari beef". Saga's famous sake is also available, so let's have a delicious meal while enjoying the local sake.

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At this ryokan, you can take a bath in the mineral-rich "Shioyu" of the Genkai Sea. "Salt bath", which is representative of thalassotherapy (ocean therapy), is also known as "beauty hot water". Immerse yourself in the blessings of nature, which is rare in Japan, and heal your daily fatigue. There is also a spacious family bath (reservation required) like a room with an open-air bath, equipped with a living space, a semi-open-air bath, and a private sauna. You can enjoy your private time without worrying about your surroundings.

How about ryokan in Yobuko, Karatsu that we introduced this time where you can eat "Yobuko squid"? For those of you who are busy every day and can't be particular about what you eat, we want you to fill your stomach and enjoy delicious local ingredients on your days off. On your next holiday, please visit Yobuko, Karatsu, Saga, which is full of delicious food.