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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro in Ibusuki offers family rooms with tatami floors and private bathrooms. Each room includes air-conditioning, a seating area, and a TV. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a public bath, bike hire, and free on-site private parking. Convenient Location: Located 52 mi from Kagoshima Airport, the ryokan is near attractions such as Iwasaki Art Museum (1.9 mi) and Flower Park Kagoshima (8.1 mi). Free toiletries and slippers are provided. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, family-friendly environment, and delicious dinner.

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Property highlights

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

    • Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


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1 futon bed
2 futon beds
6 futon beds
2 futon beds
6 futon beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Beth
    United States United States
    This was my second stay at this marvelous ryokan. The innkeeper is an engaging and friendly warm soul. She makes guests feel welcome and shares her love for Ibusuki through touring recommendations and cultural information. The food is...
  • Karen
    Japan Japan
    Great food, very welcoming staff, we got a room upgrade due to being one of the few guests on the off season, and we enjoyed the bicycle rental.
  • Walter
    United States United States
    The best host of my 3 weeks in Japan. Felt like visiting with an old friend, Hideaki made the stay so special. He had the best recommendations and we stayed up too late sharing stories and shochu in his family ryokan. Great food and private onsens...
  • Hajime
    United States United States
    The mistress of the ryokan (Okami-san) was very friendly and helpful. The room conserves the Showa-era vibes very well and I was like a time-tripped. Very authentic Japanese breakfast and nice hot tub. If you want to experience an old-schooled...
  • Clarence
    Australia Australia
    Good, clean, affordable accomodation. Good Japanese breakfast at an appropriate price. Lovely administrator cared about all of our needs.
  • Cho
    United States United States
    The Staff was very welcoming and helpful, starting with kindly greeting us at Ibusuki train station and generously providing a ride to the ryokan. Loved the traditional tatami room and wonderful hot springs (even with a private bath area). The...
  • Terence
    United States United States
    The room is a standard traditional tatami room with futon (as opposed to a western bed). There were 2 available onsens within the property - both indoors. I enjoyed the traditional Japanese breakfast (for an additional fee). The staff there was...
  • Bg
    United States United States
    The hostess went out of her way to make me feel at home. The food was delicious, my room spacious and comfortable, everything I needed was easy to get to ... I'd love to return!
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    Netherlands Netherlands
    Ibusuki was a bit too quiet (not a single sand bath open) when we visited but our stay at Kawakyu was what made it a good trip. You get to bathe in onsen water when you arrive, a few meters away from your room. The ryokan hosts were very nice and...
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely lady running it and managing to provide me with vegetarian meals

Managed by Oyama Family

Company review score: 9.2Based on 279 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

I and my family came back from Tokyo in 2010 because my father passed away. I was born here in 1966, and had lived in Tokyo for 20 years. I have traveled all through Japan. I got to know how fabulous place Ibusuki is caused I lived and travel other places. I want to make your trip so special, please talk to me anything you want during your stay. All of us always welcome you on our own style.

Property info

Ryokan was built in 1975, still remains old Japanese traditional style. Those people who like old Japanese will feel it comfortable, however others should chose updated accommodation. We will keep on this style for the guests like old Japanese things. In-house 2 hot spring bath rooms can be used for private, is pleasant for our guests.

Neighborhood info

Ibusuki city has a great viewing with seaside walking area, and rich of hot springs and unique hot sand bath. By car or public buses, you can visit southern-most area, cape Nagasakibana, Nishi-Oyama station with lovely yellow post and flowing noodle park for your lunch. If you want to enjoy around Ibusuki city, you should stay at least 2 days. We will do our best so that your stay turn be best with our support.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Spa

    • Public Bath
    • Hot spring bath

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules

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    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print

    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests may check in after 15:00.

    The hotel has a curfew at 24:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the hotel after this time.

    Please inform Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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