Sekizenkan is said to be the inspiration for the bathhouse in the Ghibli film 'Spirited Away.' I was lucky enough to stay in the 'Sansou,' which is usually hard to book! There are three types of accommodations: Honkan, Sansou, and Kashoutei. Honkan is the most affordable with a simple hot spring plan, while Sansou and Kashoutei are more upscale. Even in Sansou, the hospitality was fantastic and I had a wonderful time inside the inn. Dinner was a healthy Japanese kaiseki meal, and you could really tell each dish was carefully prepared. The hot spring water is gentle, and I can see why it's called the 'finishing bath' of Kusatsu. This is a hot spring inn with a high satisfaction rate—I want to come back every few years. Next time, I can't decide whether to stay in Honkan or Kashoutei!
Sekizenkan | Review by mizuiro_lawson
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MACHI café
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This was my first time trying LAWSON's MACHI café! I bought a Chocolate Mocha Frappe for dessert after my meal. Just add milk from the coffee machine, and it's ready. It's an easy drinkable dessert! Personally, I thought it could be a little less sweet, but the fresh milk and ice went really well together and tasted great! There are many different kinds of frappes, so I'd like to try another one next time! Of course, they also have coffee and café lattes, so I'd like to try those too!
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Chojabaru Visitor Center
The Chojabaru Visitor Center sits at the trailhead of the Kuju mountain range and doubles as a museum space that details the local history and surrounding nature. From nature and animals to details about the Tadewara Wetlands, there are countless resources available to help make your visit even more enjoyable.
It's nice that you can park here and explore, using it as a base for mountain climbing and hiking. It's also a pleasant place to have some tea and take a break during a drive or motorcycle tour!
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Yamanami Highway
The Yamanami Highway is the nickname for Prefectural Route 11, which runs from Beppu in Oita Prefecture to Ichinomiya in Kumamoto Prefecture. The route offers a refreshing drive with sweeping views of the majestic Kuju Mountain Range and other stunning scenery.
When you think of the Yamanami Highway, you think of Chojabaru. It's the quintessential route for road trips and motorcycle tours in Kyushu! Since it's at a high elevation, the highlands are comfortable even in summer. It's a great road I'd love to drive again and again!
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