Stay in Kirishima with your kids! 11 recommended hotels and ryokan for families / Kagoshima
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I'm busy with housework and childcare every day, and even though I want to go on a trip, I'm full of anxiety because I have a small child. For parents who work hard, we recommend Kirishima onsen in Kirishima City Kagoshima. Relax and soothe your daily fatigue at this elegant onsen resort where white steam rises. This time, we will introduce about eight hotels and ryokan where you can stay with peace of mind, even with small children. Whether it's an inn where you can enjoy a buffet or a private bath, let's stretch out with the whole family and make some wonderful memories.
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Kirishima City is surrounded by the magnificent nature of the Kirishima Mountain Range, Japan's first designated national park. Kagoshima onsen Kirishima City is surrounded by the magnificent nature of the Kirishima Mountain Range, Japan's first national park. onsen There are many attractions such as "Maruo Falls," a rare waterfall where water gathers and falls, "Kirishima Mythology Park," which has a sightseeing lift and a children's playground, and "Kirishima Shrine," which is famous as a power spot! It is also a great place to travel with children, with specialties such as Kurobuta pork, black vinegar, Kirishima tea, and shochu (distilled spirit).
Even if you want to forget your busy life and spend a leisurely time, traveling with children can be a lot of stress. I think there are many people who are afraid to travel because they are worried about causing trouble to others. So, this time, we will introduce about 9 family-friendly hotels and ryokan where you can stay safely with children, such as inns where you can eat buffets and inns with private baths. Let's go on a trip to make happy memories with the whole family!
About 30 minutes by taxi from Kagoshima Airport. This resort hotel is surrounded by seasonal nature and overlooks the majestic Kirishima mountain range. This is an inn where you can spend a leisurely and extraordinary time in a mysterious atmosphere. There is also "Takachiho Ranch" in the surrounding area, so you can enjoy interacting with children and animals. There is a large public bath with a view of "Sakurajima" as well as a footbath where you can feel the four seasons. Soaking your feet in the footbath while chatting with your family is wonderful.
There is a wide variety of guest rooms, including Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, Japanese-Western rooms, and loft bedrooms. Rooms with open-air baths are recommended for families with small children who are sleeping or crawling. You can move around and enjoy onsen flowing directly from the source whenever you like. After playing to your heart's content in the surrounding activities, let's all relax in this room.
At this inn, you can enjoy 100% free-flowing hot spring water in 5 different types of onsen. There is a large public bath where you can see Sakurajima, the symbol of Kagoshima, and an open-air bath that uses lava from Sakurajima. The private bath (for a fee) is especially recommended for families. Soaking in the bathtub with the whole family is a luxurious time while traveling. The washing area is covered with tatami mats, so it's safe to bring small children! I am also happy that there is a baby bath rental.
At the restaurant you can enjoy exquisite cuisine made with a variety of Kagoshima ingredients. In addition, there is also a kids plate for preschoolers filled with fried chicken, fried shrimp, and other things that children like. Dinner is a leisurely multi-course meal, and breakfast is a buffet of about 50 kinds of Japanese and Western buffets. Kagoshima's local cuisine is also lined up. Encountering new cuisines is one ♪ of the best parts of traveling
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D+Kirishima
Kagoshima /Kirishima/Resort Hotel
- address
- Kagoshima 3885 Takachiho, Makizono Town, Kirishima City
- access
- About 30 minutes by bus from Kagoshima Airport to Kirishima onsen. Get off at Shioyu onsen bus stop and walk for 1 minute. About 15 minutes by car from Kirishima Shrine
Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from JR Kirishima-Jingu Station. This inn is located in a quiet villa area surrounded by the magnificent nature of beautiful Kirishima, and is close to Kirishima Mythology Park, a tourist spot where you can enjoy a variety of activities. During the day, play to your heart's content in the children's square and super slide at Kirishima Mythical Village Park, then take a leisurely soak in the mud bath, which is rare in Japan, and at night, relax with the whole family in a spacious room. .
In addition to the main building and annex, this inn has five unique types of rooms, including cottage types and log house types. A log house surrounded by beautiful greenery is recommended for families traveling with children, as it will give you an extraordinary feeling of visiting a villa. The spacious room allows the children to have fun without worrying about bothering others, so they can have fun stress-free.
This is an inn where you can enjoy a mud bath, which is rare even in Japan. Apply natural mud to your body, let it dry for a while, and then wash it off in onsen mixed with cleansing cream and soap. , the children are also very excited. In addition to the large open-air bath where you can experience a mud bath, there is also an indoor bath and a private open-air bath that you can use for free! It's nice to be able to slowly soak in onsen without the family entering.
Dinner is a locally produced Kaiseki meal using fresh ingredients from Kagoshima. The inn's original ``Yaki-nabe'' includes delicious ``Kagoshima Kurobuta'' and ``Satsuma chicken,'' and the children will be delighted. You can also enjoy local flavors unique to Kagoshima, such as Kurobuta Miso, which has been made in Kagoshima homes since ancient times.
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Kirishima onsen Natural Mud Bath Hotel Sakura Sakura onsen
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 2324-7 Taguchi, Kirishima Taguchi, Kirishima City
- access
- [JR Kirishima Jingu Station] 10 minutes by taxi from the station. [Kagoshima Airport] 40 minutes by car. [Kagoshima city] 1 hour 10 minutes by car
Located at the foot of the majestic Mt. Kirishima, about 15 minutes by taxi from JR Kirishima-Jingu Station, this inn is a soothing onsen inn that will make you feel like you are visiting your familiar hometown. About a 5-minute walk away is the rare waterfall ``Maruo Falls'' where onsen water flows down, making it perfect for a walk. In the rich natural environment, children can enjoy experiences that they would not normally have the opportunity to experience, such as collecting insects, astronomical observation, and picking wild vegetables.
There are 5 rooms each on the 2nd and 3rd floors. If you are traveling with children, this Japanese-style room where you can feel the warmth of tatami mats and wood is recommended. The soft tatami mats are comfortable even for small children who have just started walking. Yukata rentals (for a fee) are also available, so it's nice to wear them after soaking in onsen. You can see Kirishima's great nature and steam rising from the window.
The scent of sulfur rises from the clear water, and you are surrounded by white steam, a time that cannot be experienced in everyday life. At night, you can have a blissful time relaxing in the hot water while looking at the starry sky. This inn has separate observation baths for men and women that can be used 24 hours a day, and a private family bath (free of charge) that does not require reservations. If you are traveling with children and would like to take a relaxing soak in the hot water without worrying about other people, be sure to use the private family bath.
At this inn, you can enjoy both dinner and breakfast in your room, so you don't have to worry about traveling with children for the first time. Enjoy a delicious and filling dinner with your family without worrying about the people around you. Adults can indulge in shabu-shabu and kaiseki cuisine. For children, there is also a ``Children's Lunch'' with plenty of children's favorite dishes, such as rice balls and fried shrimp. It's also nice to be able to ask for warmed baby food or porridge.
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Yunohana MUKU
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 3930 Takachiho, Makizono Town, Kirishima City
- access
- Approximately 15 minutes by car from Kirishima Jingu Station / Approximately 20 minutes from Yokogawa IC on the Kyushu Expressway
Approximately 20 minutes by free shuttle bus (reservation required) from JR Kirishima-Jingu Station. Located on a hill overlooking Sakurajima and Kinko onsen, this Southern European-style inn is located in Kirishima Onsen, and all rooms have natural onsen open-air baths. This is a premium resort where you can experience an extraordinary feeling as if you were traveling abroad. The garden pool is also open in the summer! There is also a children's pool and a natural onsen jacuzzi, so both adults and children can have fun. After playing a lot, my stomach is full. In addition to dinner, we also offer free ``Yonaki Soba.''
All rooms have a luxurious natural onsen open-air bath. The whole family can relax together. The room has onsen, so even if you have small children, you don't have to worry about other people around you. Children who cry when separated from mom and dad will feel at ease if they can see mom and dad's faces through the glass. Adults can also enjoy the hot onsen at their leisure. Let's heal the fatigue of everyday life while enjoying the extraordinary experience of visiting a resort.
While it has a southern European appearance, the large public bath and private baths are set up in a Japanese style. Relax and detox while gazing at the Japanese garden. The public bath is spacious and perfect for stretching your wings. You can also enjoy the free bedrock bath and sauna for free. There are three types of private onsen that can be used free of charge: cypress, rocks, and barrels. It's also nice to spend time with your family in a private bath with a different taste.
Enjoy a resort-like morning at the restaurant ``Aria Serena'' overlooking the garden pool♪ The special time you can have while traveling is sure to become a special memory for your children as well. For breakfast, you can enjoy a wide variety of buffet, so you can eat delicious food to fill your stomach from the morning.
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La Vista Kirishima Hills
Kagoshima /Kirishima/Resort Hotel
- address
- Kagoshima 3812-6 Takachiho, Makizono-cho, Kirishima City
- access
- 30 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport and Yokogawa IC. Free pick-up available from Kirishima Jingu Station (reservation required)
About 30 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport, this inn is located in Iodani, Kirishima, surrounded by beautiful and colorful nature. It is a long-established store with a history of more than 150 years that "Ryoma Sakamoto" also visited on his honeymoon, and the highlight is the large public bath in the Iodani Garden, which boasts a pool-like size. Hundred-year-old cedars stand around the hotel, and there is a promenade for enjoying forest bathing. Let's take a walk with the whole family in the forest full of negative ions. You can also meet wild animals such as giant flying squirrels and deer♪
This inn has ``Takachihokan,'' which has a calm atmosphere and spacious rooms, ``East Building,'' which has bright rooms that all face south, and ``Higashikan,'' which has rooms that are easy to move around near baths and breakfast halls. There is a "West Wing". The Japanese-Western style rooms at Takachihokan are recommended for families. You can also put futons on the tatami floor, so even small children who don't feel comfortable using a bed can rest assured. It's nice to stretch your legs and relax in the spacious room.
This onsen is like an oversized pool in an amusement park! The magnificent healing space made with famous trees and stones collected from all over the country is an extraordinary space that you can never experience in everyday life. At this inn, you can enjoy 4 types of onsen drawn from 14 sources. There is no doubt that adults and children alike will have a blast with this overwhelming size. Let's take care of your body that worked hard with "whitening hot water" that is happy for women.
At this inn, you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine using seasonal local ingredients. The local cuisine of Kagoshima, a treasure trove of food, has a special taste that can only be enjoyed while traveling. In particular, this inn's original specialty pot "Kurobuta Shamo Nabe" is a gem that Ryoma Sakamoto ate, where you can enjoy black pork, game chicken, and seasonal vegetables in a secret sauce. There is also a children's lunch, so the children are very satisfied. Breakfast is a Japanese and Western buffet with about 50 different dishes. Let's fully enjoy the food that can only be eaten here.
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Kirishima onsen Kirishima Hotel
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 3948 Takachiho, Makizono Town, Kirishima City
- access
- 25 minutes by car from JR Nippo Main Line Kirishima Jingu Station / 30 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport
Approximately 15 minutes by car from JR Kirishima-Jingu Station. This inn is surrounded by the magnificent nature of Kirishima, and you can enjoy a great view of Kinko Bay and Sakurajima from your room. The local flavors and onsen from our own hot springs are appealing, so let's free yourself from the cramped daily routine and stretch your wings to the fullest with your children.
Both the two-room Japanese-style room and the Japanese-Western style room are spacious, so both adults and children can spend their time at ease. At night, it's nice to spread out your futon and sleep in the shape of a river. All rooms face south, so you can see Kinko Bay and Sakurajima in the distance. It can be difficult to travel around with a small child, but it's nice to be able to enjoy the spectacular views of the area from your room. There is also a living space, so you and your husband can enjoy some local Kagoshima sake after the kids have gone to bed.
This inn has a large communal bath with a full glass wall and a quiet open-air bath set in the deep forest of the Kirishima mountain range. Stretching out your arms and legs and soaking in the bath is a luxury that you can't do in everyday life. There is also a crib in the dressing room, so it's very baby-friendly. In addition, the passage leading to onsen has a production that children will love. Let's head to onsen while watching the fantastic projection mapping images that color the space.
You can enjoy the blessings of Kirishima's mountains and seas and local cuisine from all over Kyushu at this buffet. It's nice to be able to eat what you want with your children. There is also a kuhan at the buffet venue, so you can rest assured that you are with your baby. There is also a plan where you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine where you can enjoy fresh seafood and Kagoshima's specialty "black pork shabu-shabu". Children's lunches (reservation required) are also available, so both adults and children can relax and meal in a calm environment.
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Kirishima onsen Hotel Kirishima Castle
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 3878-49 Takachiho, Makizono Town, Kirishima City
- access
- About 30 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport / 2 minutes on foot from Shioyu onsen bus stop / 5 minutes on foot from Maruo bus stop ☆ About 15 minutes by car to Kirishima Shrine ☆
This inn is located in the back room of Kagoshima, about 10 minutes by taxi from JR Hayato Station and Kokubu Station. You can enjoy onsen of Kagoshima's oldest Hinatayama hot spring onsen, which was loved by Takamori Nishigo, a great man at the end of the Edo period. Even your skin, which tends to dry out from daily fatigue, will become moist and smooth in this onsen, which is loved as a “hot spring for beauty.” All rooms have open-air baths, so even those with small children can soak in the hot onsen without worrying about the people around them.
This inn has three types: the main building, a one-story detached room, and a two-story detached room, so you can choose the room that best suits you. All rooms have an open-air bath, so even if you have children, you can enjoy onsen whenever you like. The room in the photo is "Akizakura" which is two stories away. If you have a room with tatami mats, even small children can take off their shoes and walk around. It's a separate place, so it's okay if the kids make a little noise!
If you want to stretch your legs and soak in the bathtub, use the large public bath. The indoor bath will warm you to the core with the gentle scent of cypress, and the open-air bath will let you relax while listening to the murmuring of the Amori River. Soak in the hot springs of beauty loved by Takamori Saigo and Ryoma Sakamoto to restore moisture to your tired skin.
One of the attractions for families with children is that they can meal in a semi-private room. For an additional fee, we have Kaiseki meals for elementary school students with mini shabu-shabu, and children's lunches for toddlers that include hamburgers. You can also bring your own baby food, so you don't have to worry about bringing your baby with you. Please take your time and enjoy it.
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Kirishima Bijin no Yu Yu Yuan
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 1-177 Himejo, Hayato Town, Kirishima City
- access
- 15 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport IC, 10 minutes by taxi from JR Hayato Station
onsen Garden Yumotoan Kiyohime is a designer ryokan that is conveniently located, just a 15-minute drive from Kagoshima Airport. You can enjoy the nature of Hinatayama onsen from all 13 guest rooms, and there are tourist spots that the whole family can enjoy, such as Kirishima Shinwa no Sato Park and Kirishima Shrine, located about 30 minutes away by car. Forget about your busy daily life and spend some relaxing time with the whole family.
There are a total of 13 guest rooms, each of which is independent and offers its own private space. All rooms are equipped with an open-air bath, so even families with children can enjoy onsen without worrying about others. There are also Japanese-Western style rooms with tatami mats, so even families with small children can stay here without worry. Enjoy family time in a quiet environment surrounded by nature.
The pride of this inn is the open-air baths with natural hot spring water that are equipped in all rooms. You can enjoy the waters of Hinatayama onsen, known for its skin-beautifying properties, whenever you like and as much as you like. There are various types of open-air baths, including a movable bathtub open-air bath with a rising and falling bottom, a rock open-air bath, and a reclining bath. Soak in onsen with your family in the privacy of your guest room and relieve your daily fatigue.
For meal, you can enjoy shabu-shabu made with Kagoshima 's Roppaku Kurobuta pork, as well as kaiseki cuisine featuring seasonal Satsuma delicacies. The food, made with an abundance of fresh local ingredients, will satisfy everyone from children to adults. The medicinal hotpot in particular is gentle on the body, helping to soothe your tired body from the inside out after a long day on the road. If you request in advance, they can also prepare a children's menu. Enjoy a special time with the whole family, dining on delicious food.
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onsen garden Yumotoan Kiyohime
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 3-124 Himejo, Hayato Town, Kirishima City
- access
- [By car] About 15 minutes from Mizobe Kagoshima Airport IC [By train] Transfer to Kagoshima-Chuo Station on the Kyushu Shinkansen, get off at Hayato Station on the JR Nippo Main Line, and take a taxi for 8 minutes.
"Sukinoyado Yakakutei" is an inn located in "Hinatayama onsen", about 12 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport. The Japanese garden, with its beautiful moss created by a gardener from Kyoto, is impressive, and on rainy days you can spend a blissful time listening to the sound of the rain. The detached house where you can spend time while looking at the garden surrounded by trees and the authentic kaiseki cuisine are also attractive. This inn is recommended for families who want to spend a relaxing time in a calm space.
The guest rooms are divided into the main building and a detached building. There are rooms with open-air baths and modern Japanese-style bedrooms, providing a relaxing time. The detached rooms in particular are perfect for families with small children, as you can spend time without having to worry about the people around you. The Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats are safe even if your baby crawls around.
In addition to the indoor bath, there is also an open-air bath, a cypress bath, a waterfall bath, and a sauna. All of the baths are comfortable and are known for leaving your skin smooth. There is also a free private open-air bath (reservation required) where you can enjoy onsen without worrying about others. After the bath, cool down with an iced coffee (charged) in the lounge in the lobby. You can spend a relaxing time looking out at the beautifully maintained inner garden.
For dinner, you can enjoy kaiseki cuisine, which allows you to fully enjoy the local season. The whole family can enjoy a variety of dishes made with fresh local ingredients. For children, there is a children's lunch menu where you can choose your favorite combination of main dish, soup, and rice. Orders can be placed up until 5pm on the day, so please consider it.
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Sukinoyado Yakakutei
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 1-8 Togo, Hayato Town, Kirishima City
- access
- 10 minutes by car from JR Hayato Station 12 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport (Free shuttle available. Reservation required)
"Koshikano onsen for beautiful skin" is a onsen inn located about 15 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport. Koshikano onsen is a rare natural carbonated spring, and has been loved as a hot spring for beautiful skin, containing many beneficial ingredients. It is characterized by the two types of stay that can be enjoyed: a onsen ryokan and glamping. In a natural environment, you can spend a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
The appeal of this inn is that all rooms have baths with natural hot spring water. In particular, the rooms with open-air baths allow you to soak in the carbonated spring water, which has skin-beautifying effects, while feeling the nature around you, and you can enjoy it without worrying about those around you, even if you have children with you. The private space is open 24 hours a day, so the whole family can relax. Baby beds and baby chairs are also available for rental, so you can feel at ease even if it's your first trip with children.
onsen is a carbonated spring that is easy on the skin and is said to be effective for cuts, poor circulation, and dry skin. Each guest room is equipped with an indoor bath and an open-air bath, and bathing in the open-air bath while gazing at the starry sky is an exceptional experience. Relax and relieve your daily fatigue while soaking in onsen with the whole family. After the bath, we recommend enjoying optional bonfire sweets, where marshmallows and golden honey sweet potatoes are roasted over a bonfire. Children will be delighted with this extraordinary experience♪
meal vary depending on the room you stay in. The rooms in the main building offer a menu that allows you to enjoy the unique flavors of Kagoshima, using plenty of local specialties. Glamping offers a hearty BBQ. There is also a children's menu, so the whole family can enjoy delicious food. For breakfast, you can enjoy hot sandwiches with a variety of toppings. It is a healthy menu that also comes with salads and smoothies. Enjoy a delicious meal that will satisfy both your body and mind.
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onsen for beautiful skin Koshika no Onsen
Kagoshima /Kirishima/ ryokan
- address
- Kagoshima 2625 Matsunaga, Hayato Town, Kirishima City
- access
- About 15 minutes by car from Kagoshima Airport [Free transfer to Kagoshima Airport and Kokubu Station until 19:00 (reservation required)]
Hotel Kyocera is located about a 5-minute taxi ride from JR Hayato Station and boasts an open atrium in the main building and natural onsen. It is also close to Kagoshima Airport and is in an easy location for sightseeing in the Kirishima area, making it perfect for family trips. The hotel also has facilities for children to enjoy, such as a pool and museum.
There are 328 guest rooms, with 20 different types available in the main building and annex. The hotel offers a wide range of options to suit your needs, from Western-style rooms to Japanese-style rooms and suites. The Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western style rooms are especially recommended for families with small children. You can spend a special time with your family. From the rooms, you can enjoy beautiful views of the Kirishima Mountains and Sakurajima, which will delight your children. There are also plenty of amenities and rental items for children, such as jinbei, diaper bins, baby baths, and bed guards, so you can travel with your children with peace of mind even if it's your first time.
The hotel has a sports and relaxation space called "Oxia" and a relaxation salon called "Oxia" where you can relieve your daily fatigue. The large public bath is a space where you can relax while enjoying the sunlight streaming in through the large windows. There is also an indoor heated pool and gym, so children can enjoy themselves without getting bored. Parents who work hard at childcare and housework can also relieve their fatigue with beauty treatments and massages.
meal can enjoy Kagoshima cuisine at the various restaurants in the building. The buffet at the restaurant "Yume no Kuni" in particular has a wide variety of specialty dishes such as black pork and satsumaage, so the whole family can enjoy a delicious meal. For dessert, you can enjoy cakes and chocolate fondue, which will satisfy children. Please spend a special time.
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Hotel Kyocera
Kagoshima /Kirishima/City Hotel
- address
- Kagoshima 1409-1, Mitsugi, Hayato Town, Kirishima City
- access
- Kagoshima Airport: 18 minutes by bus/taxi (400 yen for bus, approx. 3,000 yen for taxi), 5 minutes by taxi from Hayato Station (approx. 1,000 yen)
How did you like the inns in Kirishima onsen that you can enjoy with your family? Surrounded by nature, Kirishima onsen is a place where you can not only heal your daily fatigue, but also make wonderful memories with your family. Enjoy delicious food while interacting with nature. Enjoy a leisurely family time at an inn that is child-friendly and has a buffet and private baths. Please visit Kirishima onsen on your next holiday.