A hidden retreat in Tamana, where you can unwind in a Japanese garden with a history of more than 100 years and a Japanese-modern space
Kumamoto Tamana City
"Shogen Sanso" in Tamana Onsen is a Japanese-modern ryokan set around a vast Japanese garden that boasts a history of more than 100 years. Water mirrors placed throughout the property reflect beautiful scenes, drawing guests into a tranquil, restorative space. In 2023, Bettei Sakura opened on higher ground, making it possible to enjoy a private stay with a semi-open-air bath in every room. The spring water is a radium-rich alkaline simple hot spring known as a Bijin no Yu for its high moisturizing effect. From the open-air bath with the only utase-yu in Tamana Onsen, guests can fully enjoy the beauty of the garden, which changes with the seasons.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A famous hot spring in Tamana Onsen with a history of about 1300 years. This alkaline simple hot spring is rich in radium, gentle on the skin, and known as a Bijin no Yu that leaves it soft and supple. There is an indoor bath made with natural stone that offers a spacious, open feel, as well as an open-air bath where you can enjoy the only utase-yu in Tamana Onsen. At night, you can indulge in a luxurious bath while gazing at the fantastically lit-up garden.
Closed Days: None
〒865-0007 1-1 Kawasaki, Tamana City, Kumamoto Prefecture
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Gender Separated
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
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A hidden retreat in Tamana, where you can unwind in a Japanese garden with a history of more than 100 years and a Japanese-modern space
Kumamoto Tamana City
"Shogen Sanso" in Tamana Onsen is a Japanese-modern ryokan set around a vast Japanese garden that boasts a history of more than 100 years. Water mirrors placed throughout the property reflect beautiful scenes, drawing guests into a tranquil, restorative space. In 2023, Bettei Sakura opened on higher ground, making it possible to enjoy a private stay with a semi-open-air bath in every room. The spring water is a radium-rich alkaline simple hot spring known as a Bijin no Yu for its high moisturizing effect. From the open-air bath with the only utase-yu in Tamana Onsen, guests can fully enjoy the beauty of the garden, which changes with the seasons.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A famous hot spring in Tamana Onsen with a history of about 1300 years. This alkaline simple hot spring is rich in radium, gentle on the skin, and known as a Bijin no Yu that leaves it soft and supple. There is an indoor bath made with natural stone that offers a spacious, open feel, as well as an open-air bath where you can enjoy the only utase-yu in Tamana Onsen. At night, you can indulge in a luxurious bath while gazing at the fantastically lit-up garden.
Closed Days: None
〒865-0007 1-1 Kawasaki, Tamana City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Gender Access
Gender Separated
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn more