とっても素敵な宿泊体験になりました。
お部屋から見える絶景に心癒されます。
部屋は清潔でマッサージ機もあります。

お部屋でいただくお食事は
自然で地のものが丁寧に調理されてるのが感じられました。名物の鮎の甘露煮、ほかの料理の味付けもめちゃくちゃ美味しかったです。

大分は何度か来てますが、耶馬溪は初めて来ました。
時間がゆるりと流れて、とても心癒されました。
本当に良い体験だったので、また来訪したいなと思います。

温泉も柔らかい湯あたりで、さすがの源泉かけ流しの温泉大国大分、ポカポカになりました！

(Translated by Google)
It was a truly wonderful stay.

The breathtaking view from the room was incredibly soothing.

The room was clean and even had a massage chair.

The meals served in the room were made with natural, local ingredients, and you could really feel the care taken in their preparation. The specialty, sweet simmered ayu (sweetfish), and the other dishes were all incredibly delicious.

I've been to Oita several times, but this was my first time in Yabakei.

Time seemed to flow slowly here, and I felt very relaxed.

It was such a great experience that I would love to visit again.

The hot spring water was incredibly soft and gentle; as expected from Oita, a hot spring paradise with free-flowing natural spring water, I felt wonderfully warm!

お盆に夫婦でお世話になりました。
眺めの良い落ち着いた部屋でのんびりさせていただいきました。
夕食も朝食もとても美味しく、心のこもったものだと感じました。
お風呂がまだ出来ていなかったので、道の反対にある温泉でしたがそれも悪くありませんでした。9月には眺めの良いお風呂，サウナもできる様です。是非また伺いたいと思います。

(Translated by Google)
My husband and I stayed here during the Obon holiday.

We were able to relax in a peaceful room with a great view.

Both dinner and breakfast were delicious and felt very thoughtfully prepared.

The bath wasn't ready yet, so we went to the hot spring across the street, but that wasn't a problem either. It seems that a bath with a great view and a sauna will be ready in September. We would definitely like to visit again.

ゆっくりできてよかったです

(Translated by Google)
I'm glad I was able to relax.

家族3人で宿泊しました。
食べたことの無い食材がたくさん使われていて、どれもがとても美味しかったです。

天候の条件も良く、夜はたくさんの蛍を見ることができて、子供も大喜びでした。

ありがとうございました。

(Translated by Google)
We stayed as a family of three.

Many of the ingredients used were ones we'd never eaten before, and everything was delicious.

The weather was perfect, and we were able to see lots of fireflies at night, which made our child very happy.

Thank you very much.

가족 여행으로 호타루의 방에 숙박했습니다.

저는 6월에 방문했는데요, 낮에는 푸르른 녹음을 즐겼고, 밤에는 방의 명칭 그대로 반딧불의 반짝거림을 감상할 수 있었어요. 취침시간 무렵, 캄캄한 밤에 별빛을 보려고 블라인드를 걷었더니, 별빛이 하늘 위가 아니라 지상에 내려와 있었어요. 한참동안 어두운 바깥을 바라보았어요. 잠이 들기가 아까울 정도였어요. 반딧불을 계속 계속 바라보아도 질리지 않았어요.

저녁 식사는 자라코스로 예약했고, 처음 먹어보는 자라였는데 냄새도 없고 여러 부위를 다양한 요리로 먹을 수 있었어요. 개인적으로는 자라 알과 자라 등껍질의 콜라겐 부분이 정말 신기했고, 자라 육수로 만든 계란죽은 훌륭한 마무리였어요.

아침식사는 가정식이었는데, 최근 방문한 숙소의 조식 중 가장 충실하고 맛있게 먹었습니다. 작은 생선구이도 맛있었지만, 특히 수제반찬이 맛깔납니다. 조식 후에는 프렌치프레스로 커피를 내려마실 수 있어요.

건물 구석구석 깨끗하고 세심하게 관리되고 있어요. 화장실,세면대는 공용이지만 방 수가 적어서 한번도 다른 숙박객과 마주치지 않고 편히 사용했습니다.

건물 내에는 욕실이 없고, 대신 길건너 오리토 온천을 이용합니다. 갈색 빛깔의 위스키와 흡사한 좋은 향기가 나는 몰온천이고, 많이 뜨겁지 않아서 장시간 입욕이 가능합니다. 온천이 약간 작지만 편안하게 이용했습니다.

그리고, 5월-6월은 반딧불이의 계절이었던 덕분에 시간이 잘 맞아서 사장님께서 트라이시클로 반딧불이 투어를 진행해주셨어요. 인적 없는 어두운 곳에서 나타나는 반딧불이의 빛무리는 정말 장관입니다. 아이도 저도 인생 최초로 반딧불 무리를 본 것인데, 절대 잊을수 없는 추억이 될것같아요.

소규모의 조용한 여행에 추천하는 숙소입니다. (Translated by Google) I stayed in the Hotaru Room for a family trip.

I visited in June; during the day, I enjoyed the lush greenery, and at night, true to the room's name, I was able to admire the twinkling of fireflies. Around bedtime, I pulled back the blinds to look at the starlight in the pitch-black night, only to find the stars had descended to the ground rather than staying in the sky. I gazed out at the dark outside for quite a while. It was so beautiful that I felt reluctant to fall asleep. I never got tired of watching the fireflies, even after staring at them for a long time.

I booked the turtle course for dinner. It was my first time trying turtle, and it had no unpleasant smell, allowing me to enjoy various parts prepared in different dishes. Personally, I found the turtle eggs and the collagen in the shell truly fascinating, and the egg porridge made with turtle broth was an excellent way to finish the meal.

Breakfast was home-style, and it was the most substantial and delicious breakfast I have had at any accommodation I have visited recently. The small grilled fish was tasty, but the homemade side dishes were particularly flavorful. After breakfast, you can brew your own coffee using a French press.

Every corner of the building is clean and meticulously maintained. Although the toilets and sinks are shared, the small number of rooms meant we never once encountered other guests and could use them comfortably.

There are no bathrooms inside the building; instead, guests use the Orito Onsen across the street. It is a brown hot spring with a pleasant scent resembling whiskey, and since it isn't too hot, you can soak for a long time. The spring is a bit small, but we enjoyed using it comfortably.

Also, since May and June were firefly season, the timing was perfect, and the owner arranged a firefly tour for us by tricycle. The clusters of light from the fireflies appearing in the dark, deserted area are truly spectacular. It was the first time both my child and I had ever seen a swarm of fireflies, and I think it will be an unforgettable memory.

I recommend this accommodation for a quiet, small-group trip.

里山に在る、とても静かな一軒宿。
オーガニック料理に大満足しました。
自前の採れた野菜とお米、季節の山菜、海の幸、川の幸ほか、
「おもてなし」堪能間違いなし。

季節を替えて、ホタル観賞時期にも、と思います。
蛍の保護にも力を入れておられるとのことでして。

(Translated by Google)
A very quiet, secluded inn nestled in the countryside.

I was extremely satisfied with the organic cuisine.

They use vegetables and rice grown on their own farm, seasonal mountain vegetables, seafood, river delicacies, and more.

You're sure to enjoy their hospitality.

I'd like to visit again in a different season, perhaps during firefly season.

I heard they are also dedicated to firefly conservation.

2度目の訪問。
良きなのは分かってましたが、季節がどうかな？桜は早いだろうからなって思いましたが
なんのその笑笑
「このお宿がそこにあるだけでいいんです」笑
折戸温泉が目の前。
宿泊者は無料。
景色は素朴で落ち着く。
ご飯は美味しい。もちろんお料理全て。
オーナーシェフさんの優しさがまた良くて。
ファンにならずにいられません。

お部屋の半露天風呂は
温泉でなく、地下水を汲み上げてるって仰ってるのですが
なぜか温泉の匂いにトロミもあり、
温泉が地下水に溶け込んでるのでは？？と
多分、そうだと思います(それくらい温泉らしいのです)

ほんと良い宿なので
応援したいような
人気宿になって泊まれなくなるのも嫌な様な
隠れ家、誰にも教えたくない気もとってもして
でも
応援しなきゃなので

アップしました笑

(Translated by Google)
My second visit.
I knew it was good, but I wondered about the season? I thought the cherry blossoms would be too early, but...
"Just having this inn there is enough," haha.
Orito Onsen is right in front.
It's free for guests.
The scenery is simple and calming.
The food is delicious. All the dishes, of course.
The owner-chef's kindness is also wonderful.
It's impossible not to become a fan.

The semi-open-air bath in the room isn't hot spring water, they say it's drawn from groundwater, but for some reason it smells like hot spring water and has a slightly viscous texture,
I wonder if the hot spring water is dissolved in the groundwater?
I think so, probably (it's that much like hot spring water).

It's such a good inn that I want to support it, but at the same time, I don't want it to become so popular that I can't stay there anymore.
It's a hidden gem, and I feel like I don't want to tell anyone about it.
But I have to support it, so
I've posted this review, haha.

誰も来ないような所
知られたく無いな。
部屋にはコタツ
でもね
出て来る料理、特に出汁が美味いし
おもてなし好き❤️です
九州にまた来る時
ミシュランで言ったら＊＊ですよ

(Translated by Google)
It's a place nobody ever goes to
I don't want anyone to know about it.
There's a kotatsu in the room
But the food they serve, especially the broth, is delicious
I love their hospitality ❤️
When I come back to Kyushu
If I were to rate it with Michelin, it would be **

8月末に初めてお伺いさせて頂きました。

女将さんの心温まる接客に、基礎がしっかりしているニ代目の料理、さらに耶馬渓の大自然が織りなす絶景とで楽しませて頂きました。

当日は突然の雷雨にも歓迎され、あちらこちらで眩いばかりの閃光と、地響きするような轟音とで、大自然の息吹まで感じさせて頂きました。

私たち夫婦の場合、旅館に宿泊する際は素泊まりが基本で、食事は各地の名物名店へ出かけるスタイルが通例で、宿の料理は美味しくないと思い込んでいた概念を、つきのほたるさんの二代目は完全に覆してくれました。

ミシュラン星付きの名店で10年修行されたことに嘘偽りなく、魚の鮮度に驚かされ、野菜の新鮮さと地のものとで食にうるさい夫婦を大満足させてくれ、まるでオーベルジュのようなお料理の数々でした。

大自然で森林浴し、絶景に癒され、食に満たされる…

料金と比較してとても満足度の高い、数少ない良質体験のできる素晴らしいお宿でした。

8月末でしたので自家栽培の新米にはありつけなかったので、密かに再訪も目論みたくなる、そんな素敵なお宿でした。

(Translated by Google)
We visited for the first time at the end of August.

We thoroughly enjoyed the warm hospitality of the proprietress, the solidly-based cuisine prepared by the second-generation chef, and the breathtaking scenery of Yabakei's magnificent nature.

We were even welcomed by a sudden thunderstorm that day, experiencing the dazzling flashes of light and the earth-shattering roars, truly feeling the breath of nature itself.

My husband and I usually opt for room-only stays when staying at inns, opting to dine at famous restaurants in each region. We had always assumed that inn food wasn't very good, but the second-generation chef at Tsuki no Hotaru completely overturned that notion.

His 10 years of training at a Michelin-starred restaurant was absolutely true; we were amazed by the freshness of the fish, and the fresh, local vegetables thoroughly satisfied even the most discerning foodies. The dishes were like those you'd find at an auberge.


I enjoyed forest bathing in the great outdoors, was soothed by the breathtaking scenery, and was satisfied with the food…

This was a wonderful inn offering a rare and high-quality experience, far exceeding expectations for the price.

Since it was the end of August, I wasn't able to enjoy their home-grown new rice, but it was such a lovely inn that I'm secretly planning a return visit.

本当に小さなお宿ですが、ここでこんなに美味しい料理が食べれるなんて！と感動の宿でした。
夕飯は息子さんが作るコース料理で全て美味しかったです。初めて食べたヤマメの刺身最高でした。鮮度が良い刺身ばかりです。
他のお料理もとにかく味付けが素晴らしい！
お酒も色々ありました。お酒に強くない私は
「おばあちゃんの梅酒」を頂きました。これがまた美味しい♡
翌朝は女将さんの朝食。
お米も野菜も自家製で、ドレッシングや出汁醤油も美味しかったです。
朝夕の食事を楽しむ為に行く価値のあるお宿でした。ぜひまた行きたいです。

(Translated by Google)
It's a really small inn, but I was blown away by the delicious food I could eat here!
Dinner was a course meal prepared by the inn's son, and everything was delicious. It was my first time trying yamame trout sashimi, and it was amazing. All the sashimi was so fresh.
The other dishes were also wonderfully seasoned!
There was a wide variety of alcoholic beverages available. I'm not a big fan of alcohol, so I tried "Grandma's Plum Wine." It was also delicious ♡
The next morning, the landlady cooked breakfast for me.
The rice and vegetables were homemade, and the dressing and dashi soy sauce were delicious.
This inn was worth visiting just to enjoy the breakfast and dinner. I'd definitely like to return.

家族三世代で、貸し切り状態でお世話になりました。騒がしかったと思いますが、とても親切に接してくださり、とても良い思い出になりました。何と言ってもお料理が最高でした!!泉質も良く、お肌もスベスベになりました。オススメです!

(Translated by Google)
Our family of three generations had the place all to ourselves, and we were so grateful for their hospitality. We were probably quite noisy, but they were incredibly kind to us, and it made for a wonderful memory. Above all, the food was superb!! The hot spring water was also excellent, leaving our skin feeling incredibly smooth. Highly recommended!

料理がとても良かった、お米や野菜も自家製で見た目も量もタンパク質等もしっかりとれておいしかったです、女将さんも息子さんも感じが良くて、お話も伺って女将さんの頑張りが伝わってきました。温泉の質も温度もとても良かったです、お世話になりありがとうございました。

(Translated by Google)
The food was excellent; the rice and vegetables were home-grown, and the presentation, quantity, and protein content were all great. The proprietress and her son were very friendly, and I could tell from our conversation that the proprietress works very hard. The quality and temperature of the hot springs were also excellent. Thank you for your hospitality.

とにかく料理がおいしい

(Translated by Google)
The food is simply delicious.

とにかく料理がおいしい

(Translated by Google)
The food is simply delicious.

ランチを頂きました。
本当は、ほのぼの茶屋に伺おうと思ったのですが、多分えっちゃんが出張のようで近くでランチできるところを探していて、たまたまお伺いしました。
ランチは、予約すると
季節のランチ
鮎のひつまぶし
が食べられるそうですが、飛び込みでしたので、
ジビエ「鹿」のカレー
を頼みました。
カレーには、豆腐、サラダがセットでついていました。
鹿は、クセがなくホロホロで美味しくいただきました。
今度は、ここ目当てで行こうかと思います。
支払いは、現金です。

(Translated by Google)
We had lunch.
We were actually planning to go to Honobono Chaya, but it seems Ecchan was on a business trip and was looking for a place to have lunch nearby, so we happened to come across this place.
For lunch, if you make a reservation, you can have the seasonal lunch or Ayu no Hitsumabushi, but since we just walked in, we ordered the venison curry.
The curry came with tofu and a salad.
The venison was tender and delicious, with no gamey taste.
I think I'll come back here specifically for the curry next time.
Payment is cash only.

３回、宿泊しましたが食事は美味しいしサービスもバッチリ、何気ない心遣いが嬉しい宿です。
女将さんと息子さん！お二人とも優しくて素敵な方です。
また予約して帰ってきました。
お気に入りの宿です。

(Translated by Google)
I've stayed here three times, and the food is delicious, the service is excellent, and the thoughtful touches are truly appreciated.

The proprietress and her son are both incredibly kind and wonderful people.

I've already made another reservation.

It's one of my favorite inns.

主人と初めてお正月に旅行に行きました。
以前から気になっていたつきのほたるさんに宿泊させて頂いて、お料理が最高に美味しかったです。　食材も高級な物ばかりで、流石ミシュラン一つ星で修業された息子さんが作るお料理は、一味も二味も違うなと思いました。
今まで随分色々な場所に宿泊させていただきましたが、全部美味しかったのは、こちらの旅館が初めてです。　苦手な牡蠣もペロッと食べれました。
器は小石原焼きを使っていて、目でも楽しませていただきました。
ただ美味しかったからこそ、とても残念だったのは、種類は沢山あったのですが、量がかなり少なかった事です。　一口二口で食べ終わるのばかりでした。　皆さんの口コミの写真の時と比べても明らかに少なくなっていました。このご時世だから仕方ないのかもしれませんね。　因みに写真のお魚の唐揚げは2人分です。
一品一品出て来る為、時間があいてお腹が満たされるといった感じです。
ご高齢の方だと丁度良いと思います。
やはりまだ50代ぐらいまでは、物足りないかな？と思いました。
接客ですが、特に息子さんが感じ良かったです。　どんな質問にも気持ち良く答えてくれました。
残念だったのはお部屋のテレビが小さすぎて見にくかった事と、枕がペチャンコ過ぎて、寝にくかったです。
あとトイレがお部屋に無いのは、やはり不便でした。
ですが又あのお料理をいつか食べに行きたいです。　それまでにテレビが普通の大きさぐらいになっていてくれたら嬉しいです。

(Translated by Google)
My husband and I took our first New Year's trip together.

We stayed at Tsuki no Hotaru, a place I'd been wanting to visit for a while, and the food was absolutely delicious. The ingredients were all high-quality, and I thought the dishes prepared by the son, who trained at a Michelin-starred restaurant, were truly exceptional.

I've stayed in many places before, but this is the first time everything has been so delicious. I even ate oysters, which I usually don't like!

The tableware was Koishiwara ware, which was a feast for the eyes as well.

However, while the food was delicious, the only real disappointment was that although there was a wide variety, the portions were quite small. Most dishes were so small you could finish them in a bite or two. The portions were noticeably smaller than in the photos in other reviews. Perhaps it's unavoidable given the current circumstances. Incidentally, the fried fish in the photo is a portion for two people.

Because each dish is served one at a time, there's a good amount of time between courses, allowing you to fill up gradually.

It would probably be just right for elderly people.

I think it might still be a bit underwhelming for people in their 50s or so.

Regarding the service, the son was particularly pleasant. He answered all my questions cheerfully.

What was disappointing was that the TV in the room was too small and difficult to see, and the pillow was too flat, making it uncomfortable to sleep.

Also, the lack of a toilet in the room was inconvenient.

However, I would like to go back and eat that food again someday. I hope the TV will be a normal size by then.

我在這裡獲得很好的照顧，謝謝你 (Translated by Google) I have been well taken care of here, thank you.

又いきたくなるお宿です
新緑、ホタル、紅葉

(Translated by Google)
This is a place I want to visit again.
Fresh greenery, fireflies, autumn leaves

10月10日に宿泊。
客室は4室のみの小さなお宿ですが、客室の窓が大きく開放感がありました。時々見え隠れする三ヶ月を飽きる事なく眺めて過ごしました。自家製野菜で作られた料理、鮎のひつまぶしは絶品であり、また食べたい味ですね。機会が有れば是非とも足を運びたいお宿です。御馳走様でした。

(Translated by Google)
I stayed there on October 10th.

It's a small inn with only four guest rooms, but the large windows in the rooms gave it a spacious feel. I spent my time gazing at the crescent moon, which occasionally appeared and disappeared from view, without getting bored. The dishes made with home-grown vegetables, especially the ayu (sweetfish) hitsumabushi (rice bowl), were exquisite and something I would love to eat again. If I have the opportunity, I would definitely like to visit this inn again. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

일반적인 료칸이랑은 다르게 정말 옛날의 ‘여관’이라는 기능에 충실한 목적으로 지어진 료칸이었습니다.

아마 최근에 지은 것도 아니고, 꽤 오래전에 지어서 현재까지 유지하고 있는 것으로 보여요.

그래서 한국인들이 생각하는 그런 온천딸리고 방 구성이 좋고, 다양한 옵션이 있는 그런 숙소는 아닙니다.

그렇지만, 해가 아직 떠있을때 들어가셔야, 방에서 주변 경치를 배경삼아서 가이세키 코스를 (약 1시간30분가량 소요) 즐기실 수 있습니다.

온천은 그냥 바로 길 건녀편에 동네공용목욕탕입니다.

아침 조식은 매우 알차고, 오전9시부터 건물 밑 1층에서 카페를 열어주는데, 이곳 분위기가 정말 괜찮습니다.

더 일찍 출발하려고 하였으나, 이 카페에서의 분위기 때문에 1시간을 더 지체하고 말았습니다.

혹시나 지나가는 길에 카페라도 들리시고 싶다면 추천합니다.

료칸 자체는 와이파이도 없고, 냉장도고 없고, 주변에 아무것도 없기 때문에 들어오실 적에 미리 모든 걸 구매해와야합니다.

올라오기전에 분고모리 기차역 구경하고 오면 좋겠네요. (Translated by Google) Unlike typical ryokans, this one was built with the purpose of staying true to the traditional function of an "inn."

It appears it wasn't built recently, but rather quite a long time ago and has been maintained to this day.

Therefore, it is not the kind of accommodation that Koreans typically expect, featuring a hot spring, well-arranged rooms, and various amenities.

However, you must arrive while the sun is still up to enjoy the Kaiseki course (which takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes) with the surrounding scenery as a backdrop from your room.

The hot spring is simply a local public bathhouse located right across the street.

The breakfast is very substantial, and a café opens on the first floor of the building starting at 9:00 AM; the atmosphere there is really nice.

I had planned to leave earlier, but I ended up delaying my trip by an hour because of the ambiance at this café.

I recommend it if you happen to be passing by and want to stop by a café.

The ryokan itself has no Wi-Fi or refrigerator, and since there is nothing around, you must purchase everything you need before arriving. It would be nice to check out Bungomori Train Station before coming up.

朝5:30つきのほたるから。昨晩泊。東京からの友人二人と。夕食驚き❢の連続…前菜馬刺し鮎甘露煮豊後牛だご汁など満点

(Translated by Google)
Departed from Tsuki no Hotaru at 5:30 AM. Stayed overnight last night. With two friends from Tokyo. Dinner was a series of surprises... appetizers including horse sashimi, sweet simmered ayu fish, and Bungo beef dango soup were all excellent.

令和５年５月２日にお邪魔して１泊いたしました。深耶馬渓の一目八景の近くの折戸川沿いに立地。道沿いにあって、谷の斜面を巧みに利用して建設してあります。道路に面した所が最上階で、お宿の入口になります。このお宿に相対する形で、道路を挟んだ向かいに掛け流しの地域温泉があり、お風呂に浸かりたい人はココを利用します。
お宿は４室しかなく、お風呂もトイレも室内にある光の間、広いスペースとモダンデザインが自慢の蛍の間の２つが上等なお値段となっています。今回はお値段が一番安い６条一間の花の間に逗留。お宿の玄関の真ん前ですが、たった４組しかいないので、全く気にならない。
トイレと洗面所は共同となりますが、ウォシュレット付の綺麗なお手洗いと陶器洗面２つの洗面所で不満はありません。翌朝の朝食時間を微妙にズラして混雑しない工夫もあり、実に快適でした。夜はお風呂で歯を磨けば混雑なし。使うのは３組だけですし。
お風呂は男女別になった源泉掛け流し。それぞれシャワー付の洗い場が２つ付いていますが、お湯をポンプで組み上げて使うのでシャワーは微弱。カランを使って桶に湯を汲んで使うのがベストです。どうしてもジャブジャブ身体を洗いたい方は、お宿の下手に「紅葉の湯」という温浴施設があるので、ココを使うと良いでしょう。お宿のお風呂は寝る前の温まりかな。夜の１０時まで入れます。
そして、このお宿の素晴らしいところは「夕食」と「朝食」。絶対に外せません。北九州ご出身の女将さんが地の物をふんだんに使って和洋中アレンジ料理で饗してくれます。夕食はお部屋食です。どじょうの天麩羅は白身ふわふわ衣サクサクで、地酒が何杯もいけてしまいました。朝は８時から入浴可なので、朝食を９時に設定。３０分刻みで番台横の食事スペースで食します。大満足。
携帯もテレビもバッチリですが、そんなモノを見ている暇は無いお宿。日中は鳥や虫の音や新緑のざわめき。夜は水を張り始めた田圃で蛙の大合唱。５月後半には蛍が飛び交います。
自然に抱かれてスマホデトックスされたい方は是非。そしてお昼は軽めにw

(Translated by Google)
I visited and stayed for one night on May 2nd, 2023. It's located along the Orito River, near the Ichimoku Hakkei (Eight Scenic Views at a Glance) in Shin-Yabakei. It's built along the road, cleverly utilizing the valley slope. The top floor, facing the road, is the entrance to the inn. Across the road from the inn is a free-flowing local hot spring, which guests can use if they want to soak in a bath.

The inn only has four rooms, with the "Hikari no Ma" (Light Room) boasting an indoor bathroom and toilet, and the "Hotaru no Ma" (Firefly Room) featuring a spacious layout and modern design, both priced higher. This time, I stayed in the cheapest room, the "Hana no Ma" (Flower Room), a 6-jo 1-ken (six-panel, one-room) room. It's directly in front of the inn's entrance, but since there were only four other groups, it didn't feel out of place at all.

The toilet and washroom are shared, but the clean toilet with a bidet and the two ceramic sinks in the washroom were perfectly adequate. The breakfast times were slightly staggered to avoid crowding, making for a truly comfortable stay. Brushing your teeth in the bath at night avoids crowds. Only three groups use it at a time.

The baths are separate for men and women and use free-flowing hot spring water. Each has two shower stalls, but the water is pumped up, so the showers are weak. It's best to use the tap to fill a bucket with water. If you absolutely want to wash yourself thoroughly, there's a hot spring facility called "Momiji no Yu" downstairs from the inn, which you should use. The inn's bath is best for warming up before bed. It's open until 10 pm.

And the best thing about this inn is the dinner and breakfast. You absolutely can't miss them. The proprietress, originally from Kitakyushu, uses plenty of local ingredients to create a Japanese, Western, and Chinese-style fusion meal. Dinner is served in your room. The loach tempura was fantastic—fluffy white flesh and a crispy batter—and I couldn't stop drinking the local sake. Since you can use the bath from 8 am, we set breakfast for 9 am. Meals are served in the dining area next to the front desk, every 30 minutes. Absolutely satisfying.

While cell phones and TVs are readily available, you won't have time to watch them at this inn. During the day, you'll hear the sounds of birds and insects, and the rustling of the fresh greenery. At night, the rice paddies, now filled with water, will be filled with the chorus of frogs. Fireflies will be flitting about in late May.

This is the perfect place for those who want to be embraced by nature and detox from their smartphones. And be sure to have a light lunch!

蛍の間に1泊しました。
可愛い猫ちゃんがお出迎えしてくれ、他に宿泊者がいなかったためとても静かで過ごしやすかったです。
お料理もとても美味しかったです。
また泊まりたいと思いました。

(Translated by Google)
I stayed one night in the Firefly Room.

A cute cat greeted me, and since there were no other guests, it was very quiet and comfortable.

The food was also delicious.

I would like to stay there again.

自然の中でリフレッシュ！
6月？になると蛍が見れるそうなので、ぜひ再訪問したいと思いました。
お料理は優しい味で、特に感動したのは鮎のひつまぶし。骨や頭まで柔らかく、少し苦味がある感じが癖になります。
お風呂は、宿の目の前の温泉がありますが少しぬるめかな？という印象。長い時間浸かるのには最適。
星一つマイナスは、少し清潔さにかけるかなと思うところがありましたm(__)m

(Translated by Google)
Refresh yourself in nature!

I heard you can see fireflies in June, so I definitely want to visit again.

The food had a gentle flavor, and I was particularly impressed by the ayu (sweetfish) hitsumabushi (rice bowl). Even the bones and head were soft, and the slightly bitter taste was addictive.

There's a hot spring right in front of the inn, but it was a little on the lukewarm side. Perfect for a long soak, though.

I deducted one star because I felt it lacked a bit in cleanliness. m(__)m

すっぽん料理目当てで行きました。
すっぽんの刺し身は初めてでしたが最高でした。
お鍋もたっぷりでお腹いっぱい！
どじょうの唐揚げもオススメです。

温泉♨はモール温泉で源泉かけ流し。
ほぼ貸し切りで楽しめました。

朝食後の珈琲☕は、こだわりの感じられるシチュエーションでいただきました。
また泊まりたい〜🌹

(Translated by Google)
I went there specifically for the soft-shelled turtle dishes.
It was my first time trying soft-shelled turtle sashimi, and it was fantastic!
The hot pot was also generous and filled me up!
The deep-fried loach is also highly recommended.

The hot spring ♨ is a moor spring with free-flowing natural spring water.

I was able to enjoy it almost entirely to myself.

I enjoyed my coffee ☕ after breakfast in a setting that showed great attention to detail.

I want to stay again! 🌹

朝天窓から明かりが入るのは嬉しい。
4部屋の小さいお宿。光の間は深い檜風呂があり温泉ではありませんが肩まで浸かって温まって夕涼みができます。折戸温泉が無料ですが、洗い場2つの小さい内湯。露天を楽しみたい方は2キロほどの離れた所にもみじの湯がありますので、こちらをお勧めします。
夕食は馬刺し、どじょうの唐揚げ、鮎のひつまぶし他数品あり満腹でしたよ。

(Translated by Google)
It's lovely when light streams in through the skylight in the morning.

This is a small inn with only four rooms. The "Hikari no Ma" (Light Room) has a deep cypress wood bath; it's not a hot spring, but you can soak up to your shoulders, warm up, and enjoy the cool evening air. The Orito Onsen is free, but it's a small indoor bath with only two washing areas. If you want to enjoy an open-air bath, I recommend Momiji no Yu, which is about 2 kilometers away.

Dinner included horse sashimi, fried loach, ayu (sweetfish) hitsumabushi (rice bowl), and several other dishes; I was completely full.

地元の食材を使った料理がとても美味しかったです。

(Translated by Google)
The dishes made with local ingredients were delicious.

家庭的な、おもてなし。
温泉、景色最高です。

(Translated by Google)
Homely hospitality.
The hot springs and views are amazing.

食事も素敵で周りの景色も感じがプラスされ　ぜひぜひ行ってください

(Translated by Google)
The food is great and the surrounding scenery adds to the atmosphere. Definitely a must-visit.

口コミ評価が高いので、近場でもあるし、後日宿泊も考えて訪ねてみました。表に車を止め、夫婦で喫茶に入ろうとしたら、中から覗くように、やってませんよ！の一言！店頭にも何も掲示も無し、定休日でも無し、訪ねて来た人に、接客悪し。宿泊も無くなりました

(Translated by Google)
Because of the high ratings in online reviews and its proximity, we decided to visit, considering staying there later. We parked our car outside and tried to enter the cafe as a couple, but someone peered inside and said, "We're closed!" There was no sign posted outside, it wasn't their regular day off, and the customer service was terrible. We decided against staying there after all.

高いらしい。

(Translated by Google)
Apparently it's expensive.

部屋に小さなお風呂のついた部屋に宿泊しました。晩御飯は鮎の炊き込みご飯がついたコースで特筆するほどでは無いけど満足するレベルでした。
こちらのお宿の良さは、なんと言ってもロケーションの良さだと思いますので、早朝から窓を開けて部屋風呂に入ってみて下さい。鳥の声が良く聞けて癒されます。
ただ、部屋付きのお風呂は温泉ではないので普通に湯冷めもしますし特に何の効能も無いのは残念なところなのと、旅館で飼われている小型犬が、朝5時過ぎからすっごい吠えてうるさかった点を合わせてー１として評価しました。

(Translated by Google)
I stayed in a room with a small private bath. Dinner was a set course meal including rice cooked with sweetfish; it wasn't anything particularly special, but it was satisfying.

The best thing about this inn is its location, so I recommend opening the window and taking a bath in your room early in the morning. You can hear the birds singing, which is very relaxing.

However, the private bath isn't a hot spring, so you'll get cold afterwards, and it doesn't offer any particular health benefits, which is a shame. Also, the small dog kept by the inn barked incredibly loudly from just after 5 AM, which was annoying, so I deducted one point from my rating.

いつも若女将の料理に舌鼓
おもてなし最高

(Translated by Google)
I always enjoy the young proprietress's cooking.
The hospitality is superb.

帰宅途中感じの良いお店を見つけ立ち寄りましたが、閉まっていました。コロナの影響か？残念なことに閉まっていました。また次の機会に寄ります。

(Translated by Google)
On my way home, I found a nice looking shop and stopped in, but it was closed. Perhaps it was due to the effects of COVID-19? Unfortunately, it was closed. I'll stop by again next time.

名前の通り小さな宿です。
お部屋から見える緑の山々の風景やお部屋で頂ける美味しいお夕食等満足です。
トイレや洗面所は共用ですが、気にならないほど清潔です☺️

(Translated by Google)
As the name suggests, it is a small inn.
I was very satisfied with the view of the green mountains from my room and the delicious dinner I could enjoy in my room.
The toilets and bathrooms are shared, but they are so clean that I didn't even notice.☺️

温泉にスッポン料理のフルコース最高に美味しかった！夜暗くに到着したので、朝、目にした絶景にびっくり！地元野菜たっぷりの朝食、絶景を眺めながらゆっくりコーヒー堪能しました。若女将の細やかな心配りが行き届いた「小さなお宿」です。

(Translated by Google)
The hot springs and the full course turtle meal were absolutely delicious! We arrived in the dark, so we were amazed by the spectacular view we saw in the morning! We enjoyed a breakfast full of local vegetables and savored coffee while admiring the magnificent scenery. This is a small inn where the young proprietress's thoughtful attention to detail is evident.

とてもいい宿でした。
自然に囲まれた素晴らしい眺望に口に含んだ瞬間に目を瞑りたくなる至福の料理。女将さんのさりげない気配りにも感動してしまいました。お風呂も源泉かけ流しで満足です。
部屋から見えたのどかな光景にも心温まりました。
決して都会では味わえないものだと思います。
次は紅葉の時期に訪れたいですね。

(Translated by Google)
It was a really nice inn.
The spectacular view surrounded by nature and the blissful food made me want to close my eyes the moment I put it in my mouth. I was also moved by the landlady's casual consideration. The bath was also filled with hot spring water, which was very satisfying.
The idyllic view from my room was also very heartwarming.
I don't think you can ever experience this in the city.
I'd like to visit again during the autumn foliage season.

大変お世話になりました一日ゆっくりと過ごせました又お世話に成ります宜しく

(Translated by Google)
Thank you very much for your hospitality. I had a relaxing day. I will be in your care again.

毎年お世話になってます。女将さんの作るお料理は本当に美味しい。お部屋もすごく素敵。

(Translated by Google)
We stay here every year. The food the proprietress makes is truly delicious. The rooms are also very lovely.

夕食が美味しい！
その口コミの多さに宿泊。
はい、美味しかった。
ひつまぶし最高でした。

(Translated by Google)
The dinner was delicious!

I stayed here because of the many positive reviews.

Yes, it was delicious.

The hitsumabushi was amazing.

3人も入れば窮屈なほどの小さな温泉施設で、何故か店の方の「ようこそ」感が皆無ですしお湯にも特徴が無いということもあり、今後伺う事はないと思います^^

(Translated by Google)
It's a small hot spring facility that's cramped for even three people, and for some reason the staff didn't give off a welcoming vibe, and the hot water was unremarkable, so I don't think I'll be visiting again ^^

何も無い中の景色の贅沢。のどかな風景に癒されます。
クチコミの評判通り、お食事、凄く美味しく頂きました‼️鮎の甘露煮→釜飯で～まずはそのままで。次はひつまぶし、出汁をかけて絶品🎵他、どれも美味しい～💨
避暑にと思いつつ、今回初めての訪問では台風の到来の予報😅また星空か、紅葉を見に来たいですね💨

(Translated by Google)
The luxury of a landscape with nothing but scenery. The peaceful scenery is so soothing.

As the reviews said, the food was absolutely delicious!! Sweetened simmered sweetfish → served in a pot of rice – first, as is. Next, the hitsumabushi (eel rice bowl) with broth – exquisite! Everything else was delicious too!

I was hoping to escape the summer heat, but unfortunately, a typhoon was forecast for my first visit. I'd love to come back to see the starry sky or the autumn leaves!

大自然に囲まれて、豊かな食材を駆使したお食事をいただき、リフレッシュさせていただきました。

(Translated by Google)
Surrounded by nature, we enjoyed a meal made with rich ingredients and were able to refresh ourselves.

急な予約でしたが、ペンション風でしょうかアットホームな感じでした。食事はかなりボリュームあり美味しかったです。
Wi-Fiありました。部屋食でした、お布団はセルフ、トイレや洗面所は共同で、お風呂も道を渡って入りに行きます。近くに川などもあり、子どもが小さかった頃に伺えば楽しい夏休みだろうと思いました。

(Translated by Google)
It was a last-minute booking, but it had a homey, pension-like atmosphere. The meals were quite substantial and delicious.

Wi-Fi was available. Meals were served in the room, but you had to make your own futon, the toilets and sinks were shared, and you had to cross the road to use the bath. There's a river nearby, and I think it would have been a fun summer vacation if we had visited when our children were younger.

2018년 4박5일간의 큐슈 자전거투어 중 4번째로 묵은 료칸. 깊은 산 속에 위치하고 있으며 크기도 작은 편. 그렇지만 방에서 내려다보이는 드넓은 풍광과 카이세키 요리의 정성은 어디보다도 훌륭합니다. 말고기 육회와 와규 등 육류 메뉴가 인상적이며 생맥 또한 아주 훌륭합니다. 간이 카페에서의 조용한 커피타임 또한 반드시 체험해야 할 것. 2019년에도 다시 자전거를 타고 방문하고픈 그런 곳입니다. (Translated by Google) The 4th ryokan I stayed at during my 4 nights and 5 days Kyushu bike tour in 2018. It is located deep in the mountains and is relatively small in size. However, the expansive view from the room and the sincerity of the kaiseki cuisine are better than anywhere else. The meat menu is impressive, including horse meat sashimi and wagyu, and the draft beer is also excellent. A quiet coffee time at a simple cafe is also something you must experience. This is a place I want to visit again by bike in 2019.

2018년 4박5일간의 큐슈 자전거투어 중 4번째로 묵은 료칸. 깊은 산 속에 위치하고 있으며 크기도 작은 편. 그렇지만 방에서 내려다보이는 드넓은 풍광과 카이세키 요리의 정성은 어디보다도 훌륭합니다. 말고기 육회와 와규 등 육류 메뉴가 인상적이며 생맥 또한 아주 훌륭합니다. 간이 카페에서의 조용한 커피타임 또한 반드시 체험해야 할 것. 2019년에도 다시 자전거를 타고 방문하고픈 그런 곳입니다. (Translated by Google) This was the fourth ryokan I stayed at during my four-night, five-day Kyushu cycling tour in 2018. Located deep in the mountains, it's relatively small. However, the expansive views from the rooms and the exquisite kaiseki cuisine are unparalleled. The meat menu, including horse meat yukhoe and wagyu beef, is impressive, and the draft beer is also excellent. A quiet coffee break at the cafe is also a must-try. This is a place I'll definitely be returning to by bike in 2019.

房间很好。料理好吃 生鸡蛋特别浓郁醇厚 (Translated by Google) The room was great. The food was delicious; the raw egg was especially rich and flavorful.

温泉のお湯質が個性的。ただ温泉が建物の外にある点が、女性には不便。料理、酵素ジュース美味しいです。

(Translated by Google)
The hot spring water has a unique quality. However, the fact that the hot spring is located outside the building is inconvenient for women. The food and enzyme juices are delicious.

桧風呂のある部屋に泊まりました。食事は女将さんのセンスある手作り感のあるもので、美味しかった。特に鮎の甘露煮はお勧めです

(Translated by Google)
I stayed in a room with a cypress wood bath. The meals were delicious, with a homemade feel that was done with great taste by the proprietress. I especially recommend the sweet simmered sweetfish.

ツーリングの時にエイドポイントに立ち寄ります🤗
若いスタッフさんにもとても優しくしていただいています。
今度は、仲間と宿泊したいです。

(Translated by Google)
I often stop by the aid station during my touring trips 🤗
The young staff members are always very kind to me.
Next time, I'd like to stay overnight with my friends.

경치도 좋고 아담하고 좋았습니다.
밥도 신경써서 잘나오고요 (Translated by Google) The view was great and it was cozy and nice. The food was also prepared with care and was good.

お食事は全て美味しく盛付けも綺麗
宿に素敵なカフェあり☕️
宿もカフェも絶景のロケーションだが、
お風呂は道向かいの折戸温泉狭いです。

(Translated by Google)
All the meals were delicious and beautifully presented.
There's a lovely cafe at the inn ☕️
Both the inn and the cafe have a spectacular view, but the bath at Orito Onsen across the street is small.

毎年、紅葉を見に行きますが…今年は早めの時期に行きました❗今回も女将さんのお料理がどれも絶品💕 夜は蛙の声が聞こえて、田舎を満喫です。かなり癒されました( 〃▽〃)。

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I go to see the autumn leaves every year, but this year I went earlier! The proprietress's cooking was absolutely delicious again this time 💕 At night I could hear the sound of frogs, and I really enjoyed the countryside. I felt so relaxed (〃▽〃).

蛍の間、絶景です。一面全面が窓だからね。
季節がちょっぴり早いけど、ホタル、見れるかな？
お宿の向かいの折戸温泉はやや小さめの温泉。
お湯が柔らかくスベスベ、温度も最適。
いつまでも入っていられるね。
温泉から上がってお部屋に帰ると、タイムリーに冷たいお水の入ったポットを持って来てくれました。
うん、気持ちが行き届いてるね。
食事がまた美味しい。一流の宿泊施設並みか、それ以上。
（※意見には個人差があるからね。）
1枚目の写真は撮ったのに、美味しい食事に夢中になってあとは撮るのを忘れました。まあ、いつものことだけど。
パッと見、建物の外見は民宿然としてるけど、お部屋もお料理も仲居さんの佇まいも品格があります。
べた褒めです。
おすすめのお宿です。
だけど、お部屋は4つしかないからね。
そうそう、H30.05.19、ホタルはまだでした。
そのかわり、空には手が届きそうなくらいのところに星が瞬いていました。

(Translated by Google)
The view from the Firefly Room is spectacular. The entire wall is a window, after all.

It's a little early in the season, but I wonder if we'll see any fireflies?

The Orito Onsen across from the inn is a rather small hot spring.

The water is soft and smooth, and the temperature is perfect.

You could stay in it forever.

When we got out of the hot spring and returned to our room, they brought us a pot of cold water at just the right time.

Yes, they really pay attention to detail.

The food was also delicious. On par with, or even better than, a first-class accommodation.

(※Opinions may vary.)

I took the first photo, but I got so engrossed in the delicious food that I forgot to take any more. Well, that's typical for me.

At first glance, the building's exterior looks like a typical guesthouse, but the rooms, the food, and the demeanor of the staff all have a sense of elegance.

I'm praising it highly.

I recommend this inn.

However, there are only four rooms.

Oh yes, on May 19th, 2018, there were no fireflies yet.

Instead, the stars were twinkling so high in the sky they seemed almost within reach.

五年ぶり（多分)の再訪でしたが、宿窓から見える山水画のような風景は変わってなくて、なんだかうれしかった。加えて前回のときには存在しなかった喫茶が妙に心地良かったです。宿前にある折戸温泉も良いお湯でした。夕食＆朝食も女将手づくりとのことで、美味しくいただけました。妻共々、久々に心身の洗濯をさせてもらいました！！

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It had been five years (I think) since my last visit, but the picturesque landscape visible from the inn window hadn't changed, which made me happy. In addition, the café, which wasn't there last time, was surprisingly cozy. The Orito Onsen hot spring in front of the inn also had wonderful water. Dinner and breakfast were homemade by the proprietress, and we thoroughly enjoyed them. My wife and I felt completely refreshed, both physically and mentally!

とにかく何もせず、ゆっくりするには最適です。ごはんが大変おいしいです。

(Translated by Google)
It's perfect for doing absolutely nothing and just relaxing. The food is absolutely delicious.

名の通り4室のみの小さな宿で洒落た和風の内装で小奇麗にしています。
斜面に立っているので景色は良く秋は紅葉が綺麗だと思います。正月に行ったので雪化粧していました。
携帯電話の電波に関してコメントがあり気にしていましたがSoftBankは4Gで問題なく繋がりました。
場所によっては電波が弱いところがありますがWi-Fiも利用可です。
花の間は冷蔵庫が無かったのが少し難点です。
部屋にお風呂はなく向かい側の公衆浴場を無料で使用できます。
本来の温泉の営業は朝は10時からですが宿泊者限定で朝も入ることができます。
朝食後に1階にあるカフェほたるの雫で無料でコーヒーを頂けます。景色もよく暖炉があって洒落ていました。
(斜面に立っているので1階へは下に降りて行きます。）

(Translated by Google)
As the name suggests, it's a small inn with only four rooms, featuring a stylish and neat Japanese-style interior.

Located on a slope, it offers great views, and I imagine the autumn foliage is beautiful. I visited during New Year's, so it was covered in snow.

I was concerned about cell phone reception, as some comments mentioned, but SoftBank's 4G connection was fine.

While the signal is weak in some areas, Wi-Fi is available.

The lack of a refrigerator in the "Flower Room" was a slight drawback.

There's no bath in the room, but guests can use the public bath across the street for free.

The hot spring normally opens at 10 AM, but guests can use it in the morning as well.

After breakfast, you can enjoy free coffee at the "Hotaru no Shizuku" cafe on the first floor. The view is nice, and the fireplace adds a touch of elegance.

(Since it's on a slope, you have to go down to reach the first floor.)

折戸温泉のすぐ向かいにある小さな宿ですが、部屋の窓からは里山が見え、とてもリラックス出来ました。 食事も美味しく、親切にしていただき、また利用したいと思いました。

(Translated by Google)
This small inn is located right across from Orito Onsen, and the view of the surrounding countryside from the room window was very relaxing. The food was delicious, the staff were kind, and I would definitely like to stay here again.

ランチ懐石をお部屋食でいただきました。
宙に浮いて居るようなお部屋からの眺めは時が止まったかのよう。
オマケでお向かいの公衆浴場が無料になりました。

(Translated by Google)
We had a kaiseki lunch served in our room.

The view from the room, which seemed to float in mid-air, felt as if time had stopped.

As a bonus, we got free access to the public bath across the street.

お部屋もお食事も景色も
とても良かったです。
ホタルも沢山飛んでて癒されました！

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The room, the meals, and the view were all wonderful.

There were so many fireflies flying around, it was very relaxing!

Amazing place!!

女将さんの料理が最高です

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The hostess's cooking is the best

毎年利用しています。
夕食の鮎の甘露煮は骨まで柔らかい。
下のカフェからの田畑山の眺めもがいい。
出来ればあまり広めず独り占めしたい

(Translated by Google)
I use this place every year.

The sweet simmered ayu (sweetfish) for dinner is so tender you can eat the bones.

The view of the fields and mountains from the cafe below is also lovely.

Ideally, I'd like to keep it all to myself without spreading the word too much.

夜の食事は部屋食で、女将さんの手作りだそうでどれも絶品でした❗中でも珍しかったのは、ドジョウの天ぷらは全く臭みもなく、新玉ねぎのすりおろしがのった茶碗蒸しは甘くまろやかで、鮎の甘露煮も20時間くらいかけて作られたらしく身も骨も全部が物凄く柔らかくて美味しくてビックリしました❗お宿の人もとても感じがよく、静かな山間でカエルの鳴き声を聴きながらゆったりと過ごせました🎵

(Translated by Google)
Dinner was served in our room, and everything was homemade by the proprietress and absolutely delicious! What was particularly unique was the loach tempura, which had absolutely no fishy smell; the steamed egg custard topped with grated new onion was sweet and mellow; and the sweet simmered sweetfish, which apparently took about 20 hours to prepare, was incredibly tender and delicious, both the flesh and bones! The staff at the inn were also very friendly, and we were able to relax in the quiet mountain area while listening to the sound of frogs croaking.

隠れ家的な静かなお宿。お料理は絶品！

(Translated by Google)
A secluded, quiet inn. The food is exquisite!