Sanso Tensui

최고의 가이세키. 친절. 찾기가 조금 어렵지만 잘 찾아갔습니다. 자연 속에서 힐링 했습니다

露天風呂付きの部屋に宿泊しました、5年ぶりくらい2回目です。 部屋の縁側から見える庭の緑がとてもきれいで虫の声に癒されました。 夕食はお部屋でゆっくりいただきことができ、 仲居さんとの話も弾んでととても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。 次は是非、冬に訪れたいなと思っています。

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サービスと部屋の広さとゆっくり出来る環境 食事が素晴らしい 泉質も肌がスベスベになり 疲れも取れ最高な休日でした ありがとうございます

特にありません

The best time of our life. The best food and best staff.

The food was delicious and full of pleasant surprises. We stayed for two nights, and the meals on the second day actually managed to surpass those of the first. Our suite came with a private onsen, which fully met my expectations. As for the public bath, because the hotel has a limited number of rooms and we visited during the off-season, it was a fantastic experience—not crowded at all. When the bus I booked for the trip there ran into issues, we had to switch to a taxi at the last minute. I sent the hotel an email in advance, and despite the heavy rain, they sent staff out to the perimeter to wait for our car and guide us in. There is a piece of calligraphy on the second floor of the hotel that I couldn't understand, so I asked the staff about it, though they didn't know the meaning at the time. I thought that would be the end of it, but the next day while we were dining, they specifically prepared a translation for me, explaining that the characters were pictographs representing 'Heaven' and 'Water'—the very name of the hotel. I was truly touched by this. During the day on our second day, we headed to the nearby city of Hita. Since I couldn't register for a JR membership to book tickets online, the staff helped us call to coordinate and even drove us to the station. Hita ended up being another unforgettable memory from our trip.

Wir waren bereits das zweite Mal für 2 Tage hier, weil wir so begeistert von der Anlage des Ryokans sind. Auch diesmal wurden wir zu keiner Minute enttäuscht, im Gegenteil! Wir hatten ein tolles Zimmer mit einem Privatonsen, ganz nah am Wasserfall, den wir stets beruhigend rauschen hörten. Auch das Baden in den anderen Außenonsen war ein Genuss, so wie die gesamte Anlage ein nicht zu übertreffender Rückzugsort. Die Kaiseki-Abendessen waren absolut perfekt, bis ins kleinste Detail, liebevoll hergestellt und angerichtet, vom äußerst freundlichen Personal bedient!

The property is in a very quiet and peaceful area. The staff is absolutely amazing. They were very responsive and helpful with explaining the pickup and transportation to the ryokan. I left an item behind, and the staff did everything possible to get it back to me while I was still in Japan.

It's very hard to meet or exceed expectations when a property 1) has such great reviews and, 2) is at this price point yet somehow Sanso Tensui managed to do just that. It's stunning. The onsen are beautiful. The level of service is unmatched. The food was incredible. This was a splurge for us and we do not regret it. We only stayed one night—I only wish we had stayed two to enjoy it more.

Accueil parfait. Service parfait. Nourriture parfaites. Lieu parfait. Bains incroyables !!!

Le cadre, l’accueil, l’ambiance, le calme

J’ai tout aimé

Everything is amazing and this came from someone who has visited many ryokans in Japan jn the last few decades

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Este sitio es perfecto se mire por donde se mire. Es mi lugar favorito de Japón.

Tener que irme.

온천 및 숙박 아침 및 저녁식사 훌륭합니다.

너무 짧은 여행이였네요.

Wunderschönes Ryokan in herrlicher ruhiger Lage(allerdings erfolgt die Anfahrt auf sehr enger Straße und ist nicht einfach). Die Onsen sind sehr entspannend und schön gestaltet. Hochwertige sehr japanische Ausstattung. Am besten ein japanisches Zimmer buchen. Hervorragendes, liebevoll zubereitetes Essen.

Alles top, bis auf die Anfahrt

Amazing breakfast and sophisticated dinner. Thoughtful service and great flexibility. The onsen was really nice and helped to soothe my aching back,

Tucked away in a little town this place is a hidden gem! Loved the room, loved the facilities, loved the food and the staff were so friendly.

Little hard to find - but we got there.

두번째 방문인데 스태프 너무 친절하고 객실, 온천 모두 깔끔히 관리됩니다. 조석식 잘 나오고 정원도 예쁘게 꾸며져 있고 노천탕에서 강물 흐르는 소리+폭포 소리 들으면 그만한 힐링이 없네요.

위치가 숲속이라 숙소 근처 가면 구글맵에서는 정확히 안내가 안되네요. 숙소 간판을 잘 따라가면 금방 찾을 수 있지만요. 그리고 외진 곳에 있어서인지 인터넷이 잘 안터질 때가 있어요.

スタッフさん達は凄く親切に接してくれました。 お風呂も宿泊者だけしか居ないから、のんびりゆっくり湯船に浸かる事も出来て満足でした。 次も利用したいと思います。

部屋に加湿器が有ると良かったかなぁ～と思う。

최고의 료칸, 2박하였더라면 더 좋았을듯

The hotel location is wonderful, in the woods, secluded, and close to nature. It has a few onsens, we tried 2 of them, and it was an excellent experience, especially the indoor/outdoor one. The staff is extremely friendly. They have English-speaking staff, so communication was no problem. WE came late, drove at night, and the signs to the onsen saved us since Google Maps goofed. The room was spacious and comfortable. We did enjoy it.

A little more heating in the dressing room at the outside onsen would be beneficial. Using a fan to distribute the heat is not the most efficient way since the airflow cools the hot air coming from the A/C. It was a cold day, close to freezing, and the three minutes between the dressing room and when the hot water started flowing in the showers (before entering the water) were a real courage test. However, after dipping in the water of the onsen, it was awesome.

Det var en härlig och uppfriskande hälsosam övernattning. Den traditionella middagen på kvällen var mycket vällagad och vår värdinna kunnig och trevlig. Vi fick tom fisknamnen på sushin översatt till korrekt svenska! Vi hann med både vårt privata bad på rummet och provade några till av de allmänna vilka alla 3 var trevligt utformade med privat avskärmning och ändå med utemiljö nära.

Frukosten var för oss lite hardcore och det kändes sorgligt att så mycket mat gick till spillo.

서비스

숙소. 머리카락. 있어서. 조금

Wow. We had the most amazing stay. The location, staff and food were exceptional and nothing was too much trouble. Our room with private onsen was quiet with beautiful views of the forest and river. The dinner and breakfast were stunning with so many new things to try and my goodness, we did not go hungry. If you want somewhere to completely relax, this is the place. Thank you to everyone at SansoTensui for making our stay so special.

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Great staff, fantastic service. Someone actually waited for us at the carpark to help us with the luggage. That's the 1st time I encountered such a warm welcome! Loved the many different onsen options, both private and public. The views were great

スタッフさんが大変親切で、感じ良かったです。 庭や建物が素晴らしく、露天風呂の雰囲気が最高でした。

特に無し

Staff went above and beyond for us, even offering vegetarian meals despite advertising otherwise.

les bains, le cadre, la chambre et les repas sont simplement extraordinaires. Le personnel est attentif et discret.

Le couple de touriste allemand de la chambre d'à coté probablement alcoolisé qui a fait du bruit vers minuit. L'hôtel est en bois et l'insonorisation n'est pas celle d'un hôtel moderne. Donc si vous êtes sensible au bruit, il faut prévoir des bouchons d'oreille.

Lovely hot springs

Amazing location. Surprising when you enter because the community is spare and somewhat in disrepair. Underpromises but overdelivers. A shocking transformation once you enter the grounds

No faults

Everything. The service was top-notch. We were picked up in a van from Amagase station. Got a room upgrade which made our stay so magical. The staff were so so so lovely and helpful which made our stay very memorable. And the food was just otherworldly - the fact that it was seasonal produce made it extra amazing. Most importantly the hot spring baths we tried were soooooooo nice. Peaceful surroundings amidst breathtaking nature and the fact we had a rainy day made it extra mystical when the trees were all shrouded in mist. Our best experience in Japan yet!

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아침, 저녁 모두 훌륭했지만 맛보단 눈으로 보이는것에 더 치우친 느낌이였습니다 객실 내 폭포가 보이는 온천이 정말 마음에 들었고 텐스이 내에 많은 가족탕, 폭포탕 등 전부 좋았습니다. 또 방문하고싶네요

식사는 정말 훌륭했지만 타지에서 온 외국인이라 그런지 입맛에 완전 맞았지만 대체로 맛있게 먹었습니다 여름에 온천여행은 역시 조금은 무리인거 같습니다. 겨울이나 추워지면 다시 오고 싶습니다

息子の誕生日を兼ねて行きましたがスタッフのサービスがとても良かったです　来年も予定しています　お料理が美味しかった

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85세 어머니를 모시고 갔는데 너무 좋아하셨습니다. 개인별 료칸을 예약했는데 너무 좋았고, 식사도 맛있었습니다. 한국인 직원이 있어 안내메일부터 한국어로 보내주시고 숙박 마칠때까지 수시로 도와주셔서 전혀 불편함이 없었습니다. 적지 않은 비용이지만 잊을수 없는 최고의 여행이었습니다.

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Just 30 minutes by direct train from Yufuin and 90 minutes from Hakata Station (in Fukuoka) via the Yufuin-no-Mori train lies Amagase Onsen near Hita, the closest major city. Amagase Onsen is one the "Bungo Major Three Hot Springs (Bungo Province is now what is known as Oita Prefecture), along with Beppu and Yufuin, and is best known for its mixed bathing open-air baths along the river (called Kawayu.) There are several stores in he area that sell "Yuami" clothing, which are water wear that's commonly used in mixed gender baths that allow coverups such as the ones in Amagase Onsen. While not well known among Westerners, Hita and Amagase Onsen do attract a fair number of Asian travelers due to its accessibility. Hita and Amagase Station are along the Yufuin-no-Mori train route that runs from Hakata Station in Fukuoka to Yufuin, so it's many visitors spend a few days in Fukuoka, then traverse through Hita, Yufuin and Beppu, and fly out of Oita Airport or return to Fukuoka. Aside from enjoying the Kawayu onsen baths, there are some other things to do here. Mamedamachi is a very nicely preserved old town center in Hita, with several old merchant homes now operating as museums, cafes, restaurants and stores. It's not as large as Takayama, Kanazawa or Matsumoto, but it's not overrun with tourists, either. We noticed some Asian tour groups roaming the streets, but it's relatively undiscovered by independent travelers. For those of you interested in Hina dolls, the museum in Mamedamachi is the most impressive one we've ever seen, with awesome displays of the dolls from different eras. Also in the town center is Tezukuri Ohagi Inaka-an, a cafe that serves wonderful Japanese desserts, including Ohagi - sweet rice cakes that are similar to Mochi but quite different in texture. From mid-February to mid-March, Hita really comes alive, as plum blossom viewing reaches its peak during this period. We checked out the Hita Oyama Plum Festival a few years ago (on our way to Beppu), and it's definitely worth experiencing if you happen to be in the area at that time. Sanso Tensui is the top property in the greater Hita region. If our experience there is any indication, I'd argue that it's easily among the 20 best ryokans in all of Japan, and priced at a fraction of the rates that top properties command in nearby Yufuin. Established in 1998, this 19-room ryokan is surrounded by a moss forest, is located next to a gushing river and impressive waterfall, and the smell of the onsen is just as strong (if not stronger) than the vast majority of hot springs we've experienced. The architecture is traditional rural Japan (it's very charming), but the interior is Taisho-era (similar to Iwanoyu), which isn't to our tastes but it fits really well with the atmosphere here. It's also far enough away from the main part of town that you'll really feel secluded when staying here. The area has a large number of massive boulders, and Sanso Tensui's architects did a masterful job of building the structures around the boulders in an effort to preserve the natural environment. The owner and his wife also own Kaya Usagi (also in Hita) as well as Kurokawa-so in Kurokawa Onsen, a ryokan that we wouldn't mind visiting one day. We stayed in "Special Suite Kaori", which is an 85m² accommodation and one of the three "special suites" that were created in 2017. All of the special suites feature two (or more) rooms, a spacious terrace, an open-air Onsen as well as an indoor Onsen. Although it's not to our personal tastes, here, the Taisho-era furnishings and decorations gave it a soothing sense of place, and we could tell they put a lot of (unique) thought into the rooms. The bathroom sink uses the remains of an old Singer sewing machine stand, which is a cute touch, and the overall eclectic mix of early 20th Century Japanese and Western aesthetics were interesting without getting in the way of comfort. On the deck of our room was a large, open-air onsen rock bath with views of the forest and the sound of the gushing waterfall (which is only viewable from one of the public onsen.) The only drawback was the bathroom only having one sink. Note that even with the doors closed, the onsen smell (caused by hydrogen sulfide in the spring water) is acute, and may prove to be overpowering to some people. Furthermore, the sound of the river flow and waterfall is extremely audible - if you are sensitive to strong odors or sounds, this might hinder your ability to sleep. For people with such concerns, I suggest you book one of the 5 rooms that do not have onsen. There are some wonderful bathing options elsewhere on site, beginning with a whopping three different Daiyokujo (gender-segregated public baths.) Takimian is accessed by climbing a long wooden staircase up the side of a hill, and the open-air onsen offers scenic views of the river and Sakura Falls. Hibiki-no-yu (for women) and Take Sansui (for men) are massive rock baths that are set along a picturesque river. Finally, there is an indoor public bath for those that don't want to brave the Winter cold before getting into the onsen. Then there are five private rental baths that are clustered in the far end of the grounds, all of them face the Goraku River. The most interesting ones are Kamayu, which is a small bath (only big enough for 2) shaped like an Udon noodle bowl and is an onsen jacuzzi, Kawayu and Kiriyu, both of which are big enough for 4 bathers (Kiriyu is slightly larger and might be able to fit more.) These are all free to paid guests and is available for use on a first-come, first-served basis. For dinner, all three Tokubetsu Shitsu (special rooms) have meals served in their own room, and the same goes for the 5 rooms that do not have in-room onsen - all others dine in the ryokan's main restaurant, which isn't a major negative since all guests at the restaurant get their own koshitsu (private room.) Breakfast for all guests are served at Sanso Tensui's café lounge Hakurakuten. Both meals were incredible; we loved the Yamame Zenryufun-age (Japanese Cherry Trout from Oku Hita fried with whole grains), which had a nice, crispy (but light) texture and juicy inside, the Kumoko Chawanmushi (savory egg custard with Cod Milt) was dreamy creamy, and the Kasu-jiru (Soup dish made by simmering Sake lees) mixed with seafood and vegetables was an awesome substitute for the typical miso soup at the end (together with rice and pickled condiments.) And the Kusu Hitomebore rice, served at both dinner and breakfast, was delectable. Dinner was elegantly served by Yuko Baba, who patiently explained all servings in painstaking detail. Sanso Tensui really punches above its weight - it's a real bargain, and the onsen experience is second to none. Despite being off-the-beaten-path, it's also very accessible - Unless you're dying to check out the "Hells of Beppu" (for mesmerizing experiences go to Iceland or Yellowstone instead!), I'd definitely suggest a combination of Yufuin and Hita (or Kurokawa Onsen) versus heading over to Beppu.

It is a best place to stay in my life.

매우 만족스러운 숙박이었습니다. 이곳에 묵기 직전에도 벳부의 료칸에서 하룻밤 지냈지만 차원이 다르네요. 전통적인 료칸 체험은 물론이고 파인다이닝급의 식사와 도심에 있는 수준의 바가 있어 맛있는 생맥주와 여러가지 위스키를 즐길수도 있어 너무 좋았습니다. 직원들의 친절함은 말할것도 없고요.

Everything was perfect - the staff extremely friendly and guest-centric, the room was clean and the food was top notch!

Nothing much. Location can be a bit hard to find, just trust Google Maps.

Staff provided incredible service, Fuji-chan was the best. The room was amazing. Amenities top notch. Best kaiseki dining for both dinner and breakfast. The baths were beautiful and clean with lovely views of the nature all around.

Nothing. It was perfect.

정갈한 음식과 완벽에 가까운 서비스. 그리고 친절한 스텝들의 접객에서 진정한 마음의 치유를 느낄수 있었습니다. 수십년간 여러 호텔과 료칸을 다녀왔지만, 작은부분의 세심한 배려를 느낄수 있는 숙소는 여기가 유일한것 같습니다. 가을과 겨울에 방문했었지만, 여름도 꽤나 좋을것 같습니다.

They didn’t just adjust meals to my dietary needs. They encouraged me to tell them what I enjoy eating so the meals could be perfect for me. I really really appreciated this gesture as everywhere else in Japan seems to resent anyone who can’t eat everything. The rooms are spacious and the private bath in room type B is huge! We also stayed another night in Kaori room and the bath here was something else. The reservable private baths are super magical and clean. Never had any issue booking those. You can choose to have breakfast at 11 which is great if you want to sleep in or enjoy the baths instead of wasting precious time eating. It’s a luxurious stay from start to finish. I will never forget this stay. My husband and I have vowed to come back for our ten year anniversary, just to stay here. Book this place. Don’t hesitate. The bad reviews are super old and we didn’t encounter any of the issues

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Everything was PERFECT!!! We stayed at a room with open-air bath type A, room no. 305. We loved this room so much! We will definitely go back to stay here again. All the staffs were so helpful and so kind. Their service was perfect. The foods were so delicious and I mean every single thing on each plate! Even their still-water was so delicious!! I do not think there is any ryokan in Japan as perfect as this place. I recommend this place with all my heart.

Sanso Tensui was an exceptional experience. The staff were warm and attentive, making the stay truly memorable. The ryokan is beautifully maintained, with serene gardens and a variety of stunning onsens to enjoy. Both breakfast and dinner were outstanding—beautifully presented and delicious. It’s a bit hard to reach on foot (about a 30-minute walk from the station), but the hotel provides a free taxi or shuttle service to and from the nearest station, which is very convenient. Highly recommended for a relaxing, luxurious stay.

숲속의 노천탕들이 너무 좋았고 스태프들이 친절하세요 친구들과의 여행이 좋은 인상으로인해 더 빛났어요

We had a great experience living here. Everything is perfect, the food, the bath, the room and the service. We really enjoyed the view when taking the bath in our private room. The food is delicious, we have tasted so many different Japanese dishes. We strongly recommend Sanso Tensui!

We drove to this place and they welcome us at the car park. The staffs were very very helpful. Check in was smooth and we got a surprise upgrade from the boss. It was indeed a wonderful Christmas present for our family. The room, the food, the vibes were exceeding our expectation. I will definitely recommend my friend and will also come back again in the future.

지난해 한번 방문이후 두번째 방문이었습니다. 여전히 친절한 접객과 훌륭한 서비스는 변함이 없네요. 여름에 방문할때와는 또다른 매력이 넘치는 곳입니다. 석식 가이세키요리는 지난번 방문때와는 완전히 다른 종류의 계절음식이 준비되어 여행의 재미를 2배로 만들어 준것 같습니다. 여건만 허락한다면 조만간 또 방문하고 싶네요.

The services of the staff is superb. The room is tastefully decorated and the food is excellent!

The cleansing and other skin care products are very limited in the onsen.

This property has so many onsen location for you to choose. You can also reserve for private onsen session. The staff are very helpful and the atmosphere at this property is superb.

Excellent food, outstanding location, fantastic outdoor hot spring, very attentive staff

Nothing really.

The staff of Sanso Tensui are very friendly and do anything they can to make your stay memorable. Breakfast and dinner are outstanding in taste and presentation.

It’s beautiful. They have like 4 onsen and rooms with private onsen and you can also book a private onsen. Very nice for couples as the regular onsen are women or men only. We had the room wit private onsen and it was worth every penny. The room looked out on the waterfall and a nice Japanese garden. The surroundings are beautiful. You hear and see the waterfall, everything is like a Japanese fairytale. The employees are the kindest. And the food is probably the best Japanese food we had. The total experience was so luxurious and perfect. We loved it!

Everything is perfect!!

Sensational location, brilliant service and exceptional food - what more could you ask for?

Expensive for a family, although worth it

와이프 생일을 맞이 해서 방문했습니다. 가족단위가 오기에 좋은 시설이었고, 모든 스텝이 친절해서 같이간 가족 모두 만족했습니다. 석식으로 즐긴 가이세키요리도 어디에서도 맛볼수 없는 훌륭한 수준이었으며, 조식또한 간결하지만 하나하나 정성이 가득 담긴 느낌이었습니다. 돌아온지 하루도 안되었지만, 벌써 와이프는 친정식구들과 다시 올 계획을 짜고 있네요... 사진으로 느낄수 없는 완벽한 료칸의 문화를 제대로 느끼고 왔습니다.

The service, the facilities and everything was perfect

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The seclusion, the staff service, the facilities and the food

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This traditional Ryokan is incredibly beautiful. It has well-kept beautiful old buildings equipped with all desired modern amenities and wonderful onsen. But the very best thing about our stay was the service. The staff really give it their very best. They helped us so much with transportation troubles due to a typhoon and the chef prepared the most delicious and beautiful Kaiseki (traditional dinner) and breakfast.

There is nothing we did not like. One suggestion could be to have a body lotion dispenser for after the bath in addition to all the other toiletries.

I could write a novel about the excellence of Sanso Tensui and it's staff. From the moment we arrived at the train station and were welcomed, to seeing the property and being awe struck, to checking in and seeing our room, and everything in between, we were absolutely in love with Sanso Tensui and glad we decided to stay here. The onsen (private and public) are incredible. Many are near waterfalls or are immersed in nature. I spent many hours in the baths, or reading on the patio surrounded by nature. Every staff member was incredibly welcoming and helpful. The food was incredible, not just in taste but in presentation. I honestly am so overwhelmed with how incredible it was that I don't even know what else to write. All I can say, I wish I could stay there forever. It was the perfect way to relax, unwind and refresh my brain. I can't wait to come back.

There is nothing that could have enhanced our stay.

This was an actual 10/10 stay. The hotspring baths are amazing, the rooms are beautiful, the staff goes above and beyond and the food is quite the experience. If you come here i would also recommend checking out the bar. The bartender is very nice and made us some amazing cocktails. I can recommend his "rose petal mojito".

Private, quiet and clean. We could stay in a very special room which was perfect to celebrate my mother’s birthday. Staffs were kind and dinner and breakfast were delicious. Thanks to Sanso Tensui. We hope to stay again

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We had delicious kaiseki dinner each night in a private room, each day with a fully new menu. Exciting and wonderful food experiences. Thanks to all the staff for making our stay phenomenal.

I would like to have left a review letter but I forgot because I was pressed for flight time. So I leave my review here: Overall, it was all great. Room condition, onsen(condition and number of), food, staff. I've been to ryokan a few times, this ryokan was better than I expected. Actually it kept on raining during my stay. Usually, I don't like rainy days but I've change my mind-a scenery of rainy day have a charm of its own, it does. Sitting in the open-air bath and watching the rain-soaked mountain and valley was rest and relaxation I imagined. I'll recommend to my friends that Sanso Tensui will be best choice for get away from hustle and bustle. It was a little difficult to get there, but it was worth it.

Nothing. If I had to say, a amount of dinner was a little bit too much, so I couldn't finish it.

久しぶり満足できたお宿でした。 環境や部屋の作りや温泉も豊富で良かったです。料理も大変美味しかったです。 スタッフの教育も行き届き、不快感は全くなかったです。 また、季節が変わった時期に利用したいと思います。 ありがとうございました。

フルコースの料理もとてもおいしかった。 露天風呂もとても趣があって、気持ちよかった。従業員の接客もとても素晴らしく心地の良い山荘であった。

Wonderful experience. We had a suite with the private onsen and breakfast and dinner. The staff is very attentive and the food is amazing. They go out of their way to service you. The dinner is a multi course keiseki with amazing flavors. Highly recommend.