Experience world-class service at Ryokan Shinsen
Elegant Accommodation: Ryokan Shinsen in Takachiho offers a 5-star ryokan experience with a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and full-day security. Comfortable Amenities: Rooms feature private bathrooms with air-conditioning, terraces, hot tubs, and private open-air baths. Additional amenities include tea and coffee makers, bidets, garden views, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The property provides a highly rated dinner and breakfast, featuring traditional Japanese cuisine. Guests can also enjoy a relaxing tea ceremony and a variety of beverages. Prime Location: Located 63 km from Kumamoto Airport, Ryokan Shinsen is a short walk from Takachiho Shrine and close to attractions such as Takachiho Gorge Freshwater Fish Aquarium (2 km) and Amanoiwato Shrine (8 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Daryl
Singapore
“All the staff including the car park attendants provide excellent services beyond my expectations. The dinner is great. The garden infront of my room is very well-manicured and designed, and looks like a miniature botanic garden. Must stay on...” - Ivy
Singapore
“Absolutely loved the efficient and personalized check in process. They were already expecting us with a warm welcome and greetings by our name. Luggage was pick up from our car and delivered directly to our room. Check in was done in our room,...” - Sonja
Australia
“Our experience was absolutely amazing. The friendly staff did an excellent job communicating to us, and they accommodated our dietary requirements with the breakfast and dinner which was one of the best we’ve eaten during our stay in Japan. The...” - Rachel
Singapore
“Exceptional service, food and room. Kaiseki dinner and breakfast during the 3D2N stay had different menus and was in different rooms allowing us to experience different things. I like that they let us try different specialties from the region -...” - Sarah
Australia
“Everything!!! Staying here is an experience in itself and one I would do again without hesitation. From the moment we drove up the driveway, the customer service was exceptional, one I've certainly never had in accommodation. The room is...” - Wai
Japan
“Hotel staff are very nice. We felt like very warm welcomed. They offerred great food, comfort room 1st class service, and free ride to bus station in the end.” - Sharon
Singapore
“The property is, of course, fabulous and the villa very cosy and comfortable! But the highlight was the extremely attentive hospitality that strove to anticipate and meet guests’ needs, e.g., when we returned after a day out, the attendant handed...” - Mei
Singapore
“Away from crowds, with lots of privacy, peace & quiet. A different dining room for each meal was quite a novelty. Can choose to dress down (in the standard yukata) or dress up (in colourful yukata), with help from the lady owner. All the staff are...” - Cynthia
Australia
“The staff was what made it. They were so considerate. You cannot find this type of service anywhere in the world. 5star to the chef and owner who have done so well will so many dishes to serve for dinner and breakfast.” - Paul
Australia
“This place is outstanding. We particularly liked the outside bath. The food is very good and the staff are extremely attentive. The room was very nicely appointed and very quiet. The Ryokan building itself is interesting with lots of separate...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.








The fine print
Guests who wish to have vegetarian meals or guests who have food allergies need to contact the property at least 3 days in advance.
Guests who wish to have dinner at the property need to make a reservation at least 3 days in advance. Please note that there are few restaurants around the property.
Please note that child rates are applicable to children 5 years and under, and adult rates are applicable to children 6 years and older. Please contact the property for more details.