Fujiya

I spent two weeks in Kyushu in October 2015, and stayed in an AirBnB for most of it - however I decided to treat myself to a stay in an onsen resort for a bit of relaxation and luxury. Kurokawa itself is amazing, probably one of the best places I've visited in Japan (and I've been around), and Fujiya definitely added to the experience. Unfortunately I'm gluten intolerant and the staff didn't feel comfortable preparing a gluten-free meal for me, so I never got to try the food - however I did receive recommendations for where else I could eat, and the staff sat and talked to me about it for a while and offered tea and sweets. English is spoken, but I mainly conversed with the staff in Japanese who were very patient with me. :) The room was pretty good - all amenities available, including a hairbrush which came in handy when I lost my comb. Even pyjamas were provided. You can borrow a Yukata to wear around the various onsen in Kurokawa. My only complaint about the room was that the only window blinds were paper, which meant that the room was quite light even at night. I prefer to sleep in pitch black. The indoor onsen was amazing, and you can use an outdoor onsen in the town free of charge as a guest of Fujiya. In all I had a lovely time and I would definitely return.

Unfortunately I only stayed one night at this paradise Ryokan. The service was perfect and the half board was just a dream, with delicious traditional Japanese meal. The room, also traditional, was just perfect for one person, with all the comfort that you need: TV, air-con, amenities, free tea, fridge. The onsen in the Ryokan is just amazing, and you can also have a private one. For the one outdoor, you have to walk 5 minutes to another ryokan, but also there beautiful. Plus the hotel is right at the center of the city, so just perfect. And for you to go to dinner or onsen, you get a free Yukata, and feel like a real Japanese. In one word: highly recommended Ryokan.

Fujiya is the best inn that I have ever stay in Japan. They offer single room reservation which is not popular in kurokawa onsen. Price is not cheap but it is wellworth it. The dinner is absolutely luxury and full of Japanese culture. it is more like artwork than food. Service is jsut 5 stars with no complain! Rooms is well decorated in Japanese style. the onsen is located in their sister hotel which is 10 mins walking distance away. Fujiya is a truely gem and I will never forget my stay here.