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료칸 야마토야
Ryokan Yamatoya
Miyazaki onsen ryokan — In the village of myth, the warmth of a 100-year ryokan
★ 3.5TrustYou 90/100 · 152 reviews|Nishiusuki-gunFrom ₩439,008 / night (2 adults)
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About this ryokan
⛩️In the village of myth, the warmth of a 100-year ryokan
Miyazaki · Ryokan Yamatoya
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A Takachiho Institution for Over 100 Years
- 🏮Founded in 1918, this heritage ryokan is now run by its fourth generation
- 🧳A 5-minute walk from the Takachiho Bus Center, right at the heart of the sightseeing district
- 🛎️The entrance and front desk were freshly renovated in 2024
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Freshly Renovated Japanese-Western Rooms
- 🛏️9 Japanese-Western rooms with beds, spread across the 1st and 2nd floors
- 🚽Every room has a washlet toilet, air conditioning, TV, fridge, and free Wi-Fi
- 🛀Rooms come with either a private bath or a shower booth, depending on the grade
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Distinctive Rooms, Each with Its Own Name
- 🌿'Araragi' and 'Futagami' rooms come with their own private bath
- 🚿'Yorozu' and 'Yaoyorozu' rooms have a shower booth
- 👨👩👧The 2nd-floor 'Sobo' room sleeps up to 4
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Rustic Local Cuisine Full of Mountain Flavor
- 🍲Hearty countryside dishes made generously with local mountain ingredients
- 🌙Dinner is served in the basement-level dining hall
- 🍚Both breakfast and dinner are included, for a satisfying day
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A Large Bath to Wash Away the Day
- ♨️Takachiho has no natural hot spring, so separate men's and women's baths use heated water
- 🚹Men's and women's baths are located on the basement level
- 🕕Open evenings 17:00–22:30 and mornings 6:30–8:30
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At the Heart of Takachiho, Land of Myth
- ⛩️About a 10-minute walk to Takachiho Shrine
- 🌊About a 20-minute walk to the breathtaking Takachiho Gorge
- 🚗About 1 hour 30 minutes by car from Kumamoto Airport
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Small Touches for a Comfortable Stay
- 💧Free water dispensers available on the 1st and 2nd floors
- 🔐A valuables safe located near the basement bath entrance
- 📶Free Wi-Fi available throughout the inn
At the heart of Takachiho, home to the legend of the heavenly descent, Ryokan Yamatoya has carried on its home-cooked hospitality and care for over 100 years. Walk the shrine and gorge on foot, then close the day with local dishes full of mountain flavor.
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Property Description Ryokan Yamatoya is a traditional Japanese inn established more than 70 years ago. The inn oozes with traditional Japanese charm and prides itself on its heartwarming hospitality and seasonal rural cuisine. A great base for tourists, the inn is within easy walking distance of a number of sightseeing hot spots including Takachiho Shrine and the beautiful Takachiho Gorge. The Tak…Read more ↓
Property Description Ryokan Yamatoya is a traditional Japanese inn established more than 70 years ago. The inn oozes with traditional Japanese charm and prides itself on its heartwarming hospitality and seasonal rural cuisine. A great base for tourists, the inn is within easy walking distance of a number of sightseeing hot spots including Takachiho Shrine and the beautiful Takachiho Gorge. The Takachiho area is a place of spiritual significance in Japanese mythology. Access is easy with the inn being just a 5 minute walk from Takachiho Bus Center. Property Access 5-minutes by walk from Takachiho bus center. 1 hour by car from Nakaoka Station (via route 218). 1-hour and a half by car from Kumamoto Airport (via route 57 to 325).
* This description is the property's own text, in English.
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POLICY
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Check In/Check Out Policy · Check In: 15:00 · Check Out: 10:00 · Last Check In: 19:00
* These policies are the property's own text, in English; the cancellation policy shown at booking takes precedence.
FAQ
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- What are the check-in and check-out times at 료칸 야마토야?
- Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
- Where is 료칸 야마토야 located?
- It is in Miyazaki Nishiusuki-gun. Address: 1148 Mitai, Takachiho-cho, Nishiusuki-gun, Miyazaki.
- How much does one night cost?
- Recent lowest observed rate starts from ₩439,008 per night for two adults. Rates vary by date and room type, so a live search is most accurate.
- What is the cancellation and refund policy?
- Free-cancellation deadlines vary by rate plan and are shown with each room. Cancelling before the deadline gives a full refund.