Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there from Takeo-Onsen Station?
About 12 minutes' walk from the north exit of Takeo-Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line, or about 3 minutes by taxi. By car it is about 10 minutes from Takeo-Kitagata IC. From JR Hakata Station it is about 60 minutes on the Sasebo Line.
Access / Shuttle service (1)
Is there a pick-up service?
There is a free pick-up service (conditions apply), including from Takeo-Onsen Station. Please contact the inn in advance for details.
Check-in / check-out (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is 15:00 and check-out is 10:00. Times may differ depending on the plan.
Accessibility (1)
Are there accessible facilities for wheelchair users?
One wheelchair is available to borrow. If you call in advance we will reserve a parking space near the entrance. There are also ramps and a wheelchair-accessible lift.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
How close is the Takeo Onsen gate?
The National Treasure gate, designed by Kingo Tatsuno, the architect of Tokyo Station, is within about 5 minutes' walk. Three cultural properties and National Treasures can be seen within 5 minutes' walk, including Kofukuji with its wooden statues of the Four Heavenly Kings, a nationally designated Important Cultural Property.
Traveling with children (1)
Can I stay with children?
Yes, you can stay with children. Children's rates are set by age (Child A and B for ages 6-12, Child C for ages 2-5, Child D for ages 0-1). Children aged 3 to under school age sharing a bed are charged a facility fee of 1,000 yen (including service charge, excluding tax), payable on site.
Facilities (1)
Tell me about the gallery in the lobby.
A corner of the lobby houses a small gallery displaying pieces handed down through the family, including an incense burner by the first Kakiemon and old Imari ware, giving a sense of Nakamasu's history.
Day trips (1)
Can I use the baths without staying overnight?
Day-use bathing is currently suspended, and the hot spring is for overnight guests only. Please contact us in advance for details.
Hot springs (2)
What are the qualities of Takeo Onsen?
It is a good-quality spring known for its smooth feel on the skin. Its history is long enough to be recorded in the Hizen no Kuni Fudoki, and Siebold and Yoshida Shoin are among those recorded as having bathed here. The hot spring area's symbol is its National Treasure gate.
What large communal baths are there?
There are two: the spacious cypress bath Horai-no-Yu and Sakura-no-Yu with its popular jet bath. They swap between men and women morning and evening.
Meals (1)
What is the food like?
We serve dishes made with local ingredients. Please tell us in advance if there is anything you cannot eat. Breakfast is served in the dining room.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is free outdoor parking for 20 vehicles, with no booking needed.
Other (6)
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is available. Please contact the property for details on where it can be used and any charges.
What is the address?
7377 Takeo, Takeo-cho, Takeo City, Saga Prefecture
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.
How do I get there?
About 12 minutes' walk or about 3 minutes by taxi from Takeo-Onsen Station on the JR Sasebo Line. About 10 minutes from Takeo-Kitagata IC. A free pick-up service is available (conditions apply).
What time is check-in?
15:00.
What time is check-out?
10:00.