Experiencing a traditional INN in Beppu
What it’s like to spend a night at an Onsen Ryokan (traditional japanese style inn) in Beppu ? Spending a night at an onsen ryokan in Beppu is a unique and culturally rich experience that offers relaxation, traditional hospitality, and a taste of Japanese lifestyle. Here’s what to expect: 1 / Check-In and Greeting Upon arriving at the onsen ryokan, you’ll be warmly welcomed by the staff, often dressed in traditional attire. They will guide you through the check-in process and provide you with information about the facilities, meal timings, and onsen etiquette. 2/ Accommodation Your room in the ryokan will likely be a traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, […]
Introduction to Beppu Onsen hot springs
Welcome to the Beppu Eight Where is the world’s largest onsen? By volume, Yellowstone National Park in the United States is the biggest source of natural hot spring water in the world. However, emerging at 92°C (198°F) from the ground, you wouldn’t want to take a bath here. The same should not be said of the world’s second biggest source, and by far Japan’s most expansive Onsen hot spring town, Beppu on Kyushu Island. Inviting a varied assortment of guests from the casual travellers looking for a relaxing and recuperative stay at an Onsen Ryokan (Japanese traditional inn), through to connoisseurs wishing to sample the full range of mineral baths […]