[Shimabara & Unzen] Alone in a room with an open-air bath♡ 6 recommended inns for couples

"Sometimes I want to take a relaxing bath in a hot onsen together♡". When that happens, why not stay in a luxurious room with an open-air bath in a hidden onsen area? You can stay in onsen as much as you like, so it's perfect for couples who want to cherish their time alone♡ You can escape from your busy daily life and relax.

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This time, we will introduce recommended inns in Shimabara onsen and Unzen onsen in Nagasaki. Shimabara onsen flourished as a castle town around Shimabara Castle, and its charming townscape is also appealing. Facing the Ariake Sea, onsen inns with ocean views are popular.

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Meanwhile, Unzen onsen is a onsen area that bubbles up in the majestic mountain range of Mount Unzen. At Unzen Jigoku, where more than 30 hells are lined up, you can experience the energy of a majestic volcano that has been active since ancient times. Now, let's introduce some onsen inns recommended for couples in Shimabara and Unzen!

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Located about a 3-minute walk from Reikyu Koen Gymnasium Station on the Shimabara Railway, Hotel Nanpurou is an ocean view hotel facing a rugged bay near the Kujukushima Islands. There are six types of rooms with open-air baths and semi-open-air baths. The most recommended of these is The Grand Oceans. It gives you a sense of openness, as if you are one with the sea and sky. Having Shimabara onsen, which is said to have skin-beautifying effects, and a breathtaking view all to yourself is sure to be an unforgettable trip ♡

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You can see the ocean from the deep living room and bed. The hotel is also equipped with the popular "popln Aladdin" projector, which allows you to enjoy videos on a large 110-inch screen. There is also a free drink corner exclusive to The Grand Oceans in the elevator hall. Draft beer, various cocktails, non-alcoholic beer, and soft drinks are all-you-can-drink. How about watching a movie while drinking beer?

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Enjoy a leisurely dinner in a private dining room with a view of the ocean. There is also a special kaiseki plan available only to guests staying at The Grand Oceans. The main dishes you can choose from are super luxurious, including wagyu steak and spiny lobster sashimi. Eating a feast in a private space is sure to bring big smiles to your faces!

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Spend a romantic evening in the illuminated gardens and pool. The two of you will be gently enveloped in a fantastic world of light. There are also plenty of other facilities to keep you entertained all day, including a book cafe, a games corner, and a tent sauna. It's sure to be a memorable experience.

Azumaen, a gourmet inn with a view of the natural hot spring and Oshidori Pond, is about 80 minutes by bus from JR Nagasaki Main Line Isahaya Station, or about 40 minutes by limousine bus from Nagasaki Airport. It is a modern onsen inn located on the banks of Oshidori Pond, a popular spot in Unzen. There are two types of rooms with open-air baths, both with beautiful lake views. You can have the view all to yourself while relaxing in the hot onsen.

The spacious guest rooms are connected with stylish verandas and Japanese-style rooms. You can also see the outside scenery from the rooms. Just spending some quiet time together will make you forget about your busy daily life and feel deeply relaxed. On the terrace, there is an open-air bath with a private hot spring source where you can enjoy a view of the Oshidori Pond. Let's spend some happy time here.

Dinner is a colorful and authentic kaiseki meal. The menu is full of local produce, including fresh seafood from the Ariake Sea and seasonal vegetables from Unzen and Shimabara. You'll want to savor the meal while chatting with your partner.

meal locations vary depending on the plan, and include in-in-room dining, restaurants, and private dining rooms. This is the restaurant "On the Lake," which offers a spectacular view. It's filled with the open feeling of being on the lake, and gives you the peace of mind of nature.

"Yuyado Unzen Shinyu Hotel" is a long-established ryokan located about 80 minutes by bus from JR Nagasaki Main Line Isahaya Station, or about 60 minutes by car from Isahaya IC. There are only four rooms with open-air baths called "Moon Garden." Facing a Japanese garden with a large pond, the inn's appearance has remained unchanged since its establishment, creating a calm atmosphere suitable for adult couples' trips.

The guest rooms are also in the purely Japanese style of a long-established establishment. Sitting across a low table or relaxing on the veranda is perfect for couples who want to catch up on a conversation they haven't had in a while. It looks like you'll have a good time even if you've been staying in for a long time.

Dinner is an original multi-course meal with local ingredients. Make sure you use as much fresh produce as possible within a 15-mile (25km) radius. In addition, you can also enjoy abalone and Nagasaki cows in the highest course. You can enjoy vivid gastronomy in a private meal room.

We recommend taking a stroll around the building in your yukata between meal or when you're staying in. There's also a stylish souvenir shop and a library lounge, so you can enjoy the feeling of being on a date. These casual moments are sure to become wonderful memories that will stay with you.

About 50 minutes by bus from JR Nagasaki Main Line Isahaya Station, "Tabitei Hanzuiryo" is a onsen inn with only 14 detached buildings scattered across a vast site. In the "Michelin Guide Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki 2019", it received the highest rating of 5 stars + for ryokan, and 1 star for cuisine.

The "special room" with an open-air bath is limited to two groups per day. The sukiya-style building, built using the traditional techniques of Kyoto's palace carpenters, is beautiful and soothing. The spacious mansion can accommodate up to six people and is luxurious enough to be the perfect choice for a special anniversary trip. In addition to the Japanese-style room, there is also a living room with a classical atmosphere. There is also a bar counter, so you can make your own drink and spend a wonderful evening ♡

The open-air bath is a magnificent rock bath in a corner of the garden. It is an open-air bath without a roof, but it also has a quiet and private feel. You can warm yourself to your heart's content under the blue sky during the day and surrounded by gentle lights at night.

You can enjoy both breakfast and dinner in the privacy of your own room. Dinner is an authentic kaiseki meal made with an abundance of seafood and mountain produce from the Shimabara Peninsula. The tableware used is carefully selected, including Wajima lacquerware, Arita ware, and Unzen ware, making it a feast for the eyes as well. Tasting this world-class delicacy just for the two of you is sure to create a taste you will never forget.

Located about 80 minutes by bus from JR Nagasaki Main Line Isahaya Station, or about 60 minutes by car from Isahaya IC, Unzen onsen Kyushu Hotel is a long-established hotel that was founded over 100 years ago and stands in the mountains facing Jigokudani. All rooms have a semi-open-air bath or an open-air bath! Music selected by a jazz pianist from Nagasaki is played in the hotel, allowing you to spend a high-quality, comfortable adult time. The hotel's great views overlooking Jigokudani and the sophistication of an urban hotel are its charms.

You can choose between the annex and the accommodation building. For couples who want to enjoy the view, we recommend the accommodation building, which has a total of 21 rooms. All rooms have a view of Jigokudani, a semi-open-air bath with sulfur spring water, and a terrace that is perfect for relaxing after a bath. Since it is a semi-open-air bath, you can enjoy a leisurely bath even on bad weather.

If you stay at the Hanare, you will be guided to a private dining area for dinner. If you stay in the accommodation, you will have dinner in the main dining room "1917" with a classical atmosphere. You can enjoy a course of Western cuisine inspired by "a food journey around the world". Starting with French and Italian appetizers, an American main dish, and finishing with an arranged rice before returning to Japan. meal with a story is sure to remain a page in your memories for the two of you.

After your bath or dinner, be sure to drop by the cafe and lounge inside the building. There is a casual cafe terrace on the second floor and a relaxing lounge on the top floor, where you can relax while taking in the magnificent natural scenery. There is also a nice service where you can get free coffee and alcohol.

Located in ryokan Onsen, Unzen City, about a 60-minute bus ride from JR Nagasaki Main Line Isahaya onsen, Ryokan Kunisaki is a small, traditional onsen inn. The guest rooms with open-air baths are in the detached building called Yamaboshi, two buildings away from the main building. The inn is a renovated old house built in 1941, and is filled with a relaxing atmosphere.

The open-air bath has a warm wooden atmosphere. This private open-air bath is recommended for couples who feel a little embarrassed in an open-air bath. Relax and enjoy the seaside air without worrying about time... You'll surely feel as relaxed as if you were at home.

For dinner, we will enjoy a special kaiseki meal in the main building, which is just a 30-second walk away. Obama onsen faces Tachibana Bay on the west coast of the Shimabara Peninsula, and is a treasure trove of seafood. The menu features a sumptuous selection of fresh seafood and local vegetables. The seasonal flavors are sure to soothe your soul.

For couples who want to fully enjoy the open-air bath, we also recommend the private bath in the main building. This has an open atmosphere with the sky above you. If it's available, you can enter as many times as you like without making a reservation, so why not try it out and enjoy a different atmosphere from the annex?

The onsen inns in Shimabara and Unzen, which are surrounded by both the sea and the mountains, have rooms with open-air baths and a variety of atmospheres. Whether you want to see the sea or spend time in the mountains, you're sure to find a place that meets the ideals of each couple. If you feel like spending some time together for the first time in a while, why not visit Shimabara or Unzen?