Overview
Fujiya sits in the heart of Kurokawa Onsen, a charming village of therapeutic hot springs in Kumamoto. With over 130 years of history, this intimate inn maintains the time-tested atmosphere of a healing retreat, where each soak supports both body and spirit. Rooted in tradition, Fujiya offers a welcoming space where quiet relaxation and natural comfort embrace every visitor.
Accommodation
The inn offers a selection of cozy Japanese rooms, each with its own character:
- Nichi (Sun) – 10‑tatami corner Japanese room
- Tuki (Moon) – Mezzanine loft room with skylight
- Hi (Fire) – Serene 10‑tatami Japanese room
- Mizu (Water) – 8‑tatami corner room with newly added terrace (completed 2018)
- Moku (Wood) – 10‑tatami corner room
- Kin (Gold) – Spacious 14‑tatami Western twin room
- Tsuchi (Earth) – 10‑tatami Japanese room with a double bed and mini terrace
- Biwa (Lute) – Petite 4½‑tatami Japanese room with a bed
All rooms include TV (with cable), phone, electric kettle, tea set, fridge, hairdryer, adjustable lighting, individual A/C, toilet with washlet, yukata, slippers, bath linens, toiletries, safe, and free Wi‑Fi.
Dining
Fujiya emphasizes clean, locally sourced Kumamoto and Aso produce. Creative kaiseki meals warm every sense—hot dishes served right away, cold served fresh. Several plans are available, with seasonal menus tailored to your preferences.
Meals take place in the relaxed horigotatsu-style restaurant, Michi‑kusa, where tables are spaced generously. Dinner service begins at 18:00; breakfast starts at 8:15. For groups of 6 or more, seating may be divided across tables.
Onsen and Wellness
Fujiya’s waters are said to heal both body and soul—温泉卵 (onsen‑boiled eggs) provide a comforting pause while strolling through town. The natural spring, at 60 °C, is lightly diluted and freely flows through multiple baths:
- Men’s Bath: “Sen no Yu” – Indoor hinoki‑scented tub offering open-air feelings
- Women’s Bath: “Sen‑jin no Yu” – Semi‑outdoor, with a cozy relaxation area
- Individual Rock‑bed Ganbanyoku Cage – Private stone sauna with Aso silica and coral, emitting negative ions. Reservation required (1 group per day, up to 2 guests; 1,100 yen).
Water quality: acidic iron-based simple spring (sulfate type). Beneficial for high blood pressure, circulatory issues, rheumatism, skin disease, women’s ailments, and more. Bath color shifts from milky white to brown depending on temperature and season.
Fujiya manages shared bathing sensibly. If you have tattoos, private bathing options may suit you—reserve ahead (e.g., do your rock-bed ganbanyoku session or choose off-peak times).
Facilities
- Cozy library corner (opened 2016) — perfect spot for reading, conversation, or enjoying music while gazing at a softly lit garden (smoking permitted)
- In-room and private onsen baths
- Terrace seating in select rooms
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
- Toiletries, yukata, slippers, and bath towels provided
- Shuttle or taxi recommended—inn is off the main road in the national park
- Meals in dedicated dining, baths in intimate gender-separated spaces
Activities
- Collect an onsen egg while strolling through Kurokawa
- Soak in stone-bath serenity
- Relax in the library
- Explore quiet hiking trails amid the nearby hills
- Visit local artisan shops and additional hot springs
Access
Located within Kurokawa Onsen area (access details not shown in data).
- Use local bus or taxi services for main transport
- Ample on-site parking available
