Overview

Step into a quiet retreat surrounded by the natural beauty of Kagoshima. Just 15 minutes from Kagoshima Airport, Myoken Ishiharaso invites you to soak in rich, free-flowing hot spring waters that bubble up right beside your room. The entire ryokan flows with life, from the steam rising from the baths to the Amorigawa River whispering past your window. Whether you come to relax, reflect, or explore, you’ll find space to unwind in the heart of nature.

Accommodation

Every room at Myoken Ishiharaso brings you closer to the landscape. Listen to the river as you stretch out in a tatami-lined room or enjoy the warmth of your private onsen bath while watching the trees sway.

Ishikura Rooms (Private Onsen with River Views)

These Japanese-Western and Western-style rooms sit right beside the river, blending comfort with calm.

• Kirara and Urara (1st floor)
• Yurara and Sarara (2nd floor)

Main Building Rooms (Tea Ceremony Style to Modern Japanese)

Each room changes with the seasons and carries a unique character.

• RURI-MURASAKI: Special suite with refined touches
• OUNI, SUOU: River-facing modern Japanese rooms
• CHIGUSA, HANEZU: Mountain-side rooms with serene charm

All rooms include Wi-Fi and traditional touches that connect you with the surrounding nature.

Dining

Savor Kagoshima through every bite. The chefs at Myoken Ishiharaso highlight local ingredients—fresh seafood, tender pork, and seasonal vegetables. Meals are beautifully prepared and served in courses that change with the season.

Enjoy dinner and breakfast in comfort, and taste the richness of southern Japan’s soil, sea, and sky. Dishes reflect the deep flavor of the region, with attention to balance, presentation, and traditional preparation.

Onsen and Wellness

Myoken Ishiharaso offers five different baths, each close to the natural hot spring source. The water flows freely and continuously, delivering warmth and healing straight from the earth.

Open-Air Baths

Soak outside and listen to the sound of the Amorigawa River. Let the steam and natural setting reset your senses.

Indoor Baths

Rest your body in mineral-rich water under soft lighting, with river stones and wood around you.

Private Baths

Selected rooms include private outdoor baths, so you can enjoy the onsen any time.

The hot spring water is known to help with fatigue, muscle pain, circulation issues, and skin dryness. Let the warmth soak in and renew your energy.

Guests with Tattoos

If you have tattoos, please contact the ryokan in advance. Depending on availability, private bathing arrangements may be made to ensure your comfort.

Facilities

• Wi-Fi throughout the property
• Free on-site parking
• Ishiharaso shuttle taxi (by reservation)
• Full access to all shared and private baths
• Modern and traditional-style guest rooms
• Dining space for in-room or private meals

Activities

While at Myoken Ishiharaso, relax in the bath or explore the quiet mountain roads nearby. The area is rich in natural beauty, and Kareigawa Station—one of Japan’s oldest—is just a short ride away.

Access

Reaching Myoken Ishiharaso is easy, whether you’re coming by plane, train, or car.

From Kagoshima Airport:

• 15 minutes by shuttle taxi (up to 4 people)
• 23 minutes by bus

From Kagoshima Chuo Station:

Take the Kyushu Shinkansen to Hayato Station, then 15 minutes by taxi or bus.

By Car:

From Mizobe Kagoshima Airport IC, follow Route 504 and 223 for 15 minutes.

Let the front desk know your arrival details in advance for taxi or shuttle arrangements.