Overview
Suitenkaku is your gateway to exploring the San’in region, with excellent access to the famous Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine and the scenic routes of Matsue and Izumo. Located on the shores of Lake Shinji, this ryokan offers stunning lakeside views and a peaceful retreat after a day of sightseeing. Whether you’re here for sightseeing, relaxation, or a mix of both, you’ll enjoy a warm welcome and a stay tailored to your needs.
Accommodation
Choose from a range of room types to suit your style and travel plans.
- Hot spring open-air bath rooms: Enjoy a private outdoor bath with sweeping views of Lake Shinji. Feel the gentle breeze and sunlight as you soak.
- Barrier-free open-air bath rooms: Designed for comfort and accessibility so everyone can enjoy a private soak.
- Lake-view Japanese rooms: Traditional tatami rooms with balconies overlooking the lake.
- Lake-view twin rooms: Western-style bedding paired with the beauty of the lakeside.
- City-side rooms: Comfortable and budget-friendly, available in Japanese, Western, and mixed styles.
All rooms are equipped with a TV, refrigerator, climate control, safe, and a full set of amenities including yukata, towels, toiletries, and skincare products.
Dining
Your stay features seasonal flavors from the Sea of Japan, Lake Shinji, and the surrounding mountains. Enjoy:
- Fresh seafood from Sakaiminato, including specialties like Matsuba crab in season.
- Shimane Wagyu beef dishes from cattle raised in the prefecture’s natural pastures.
- Lake Shinji’s famous Shichin—seven prized local catches: sea bass, whitebait, carp, eel, moroge shrimp, sweetfish, and shijimi clams. These appear in signature dishes such as shijimi clam rice porridge.
Menus change with the seasons to bring you the freshest local ingredients, and the chefs take pride in presenting dishes that are unique to Suitenkaku.
Onsen and Wellness
Relax in the ryokan’s “Enmusubi no Yu,” a hot spring drawn from 1,250 meters beneath the lakeshore. The sodium-calcium chloride and sulfate-rich water is known for leaving your skin smooth and warm.
Bath options include:
- Women’s Hinoki open-air bath: Surrounded by the fragrance of cypress for a calming, forest-bathing effect.
- Men’s rock open-air bath: A natural, stone-lined bath with an expansive view and refreshing atmosphere.
- Aqua private spa: An exclusive ceramic open-air tub overlooking Lake Shinji, available only to staying guests.
- Large indoor baths: Spacious, bright baths for a comfortable soak while gazing at the garden.
A post-bath lounge with massage chairs is also available for relaxation.
Guests with Tattoos
If you have tattoos, you can use the private “Aqua” spa without restrictions. Advance reservations are recommended.
Facilities
- Banquet and meeting spaces for events and training retreats
- Free parking on-site
- Barrier-free rooms and baths
- Easy access to major sightseeing spots in the San’in region
Activities
From Suitenkaku, you can easily explore Matsue Castle, the historic samurai district, and the shores of Lake Shinji. Seasonal highlights include sunset views from the lakeshore, local festivals, and the famous Matsue Water Lantern Festival.
Additional Features
- Prime lakeside location with panoramic views
- Seasonal cuisine showcasing local specialties
- Private and public hot spring baths
- Accessibility features for comfortable stays
