Kakureisen

9.3

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.3/10, based on 29 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Yoyokaku	9.8/10	374
🥈 2nd	UreshinoOnsen URESHINO YADOYA	9.5/10	247
🥉 3rd	Mizuno Ryokan	9.4/10	68
4th	Karatsu Seaside Hotel	9.2/10	1,286
5th	Taishoya	9.1/10	269
6th	Urari Takeo Garden Terrace Spa Resorts	9.1/10	216
7th	Tsukasa Ryokan	9.1/10	138
8th	Kakureisen Current ryokan	9.3/10	29
9th	Ureshino Motoyu	9.0/10	142
10th	Furuyu Onsen Oncri	9.0/10	130
11th	Ryokan Oomuraya	8.9/10	1,586
12th	ONCRI-Karatsu おんくり唐津	8.9/10	489
13th	Shukubō Shingetsu	9.5/10	9
14th	Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle	8.8/10	524
15th	Ichifukuso	8.9/10	40
16th	Ryokan Yoshidaya	8.7/10	992
17th	Kyotoya	8.6/10	2,822
18th	Ryokan Ōmasa, auberge apaisante dans une ancienne ville-château	8.6/10	47
19th	Oyado Chikurintei	8.8/10	1
20th	Kaze no Mori, Oku-Takeo Onsen	8.5/10	219
21st	Hotel Kasuien	8.4/10	194
22nd	Ureshino Onsen Yadoya Uchiroji	8.4/10	215
23rd	Onyado Takasago	8.4/10	313
24th	Oyado Yumechidori	8.3/10	29
25th	Yuzennoyado Toukai	8.3/10	404
26th	Wataya Besso	8.0/10	728
27th	Hana No Shizuku	7.8/10	69
28th	Ureshino Onsen Yusyuku Sarayama	7.9/10	225
29th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Ureshinokan	7.8/10	3,081
30th	Saga Fuga	2.3/10	4

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Hot Spring Town Riverside Location Mountain Setting Garden Setting Quiet Village Hot Spring Bath

Location

840-0501 Saga, Saga, Fuji-cho Furuyu 875, Japan

Staff 10,0/10

Facilities 8,7/10

Cleanliness 9,7/10

Comfort 9,7/10

Value for money 8,7/10

Location 9,3/10

Furuyu Onsen BaseSet in Saga City’s historic Furuyu Onsen area for a classic small onsen-town stay.

Open-Air BathsOffers hot spring bathing with open-air bath options for a more atmospheric soak.

Quiet Mountain SettingThe Furuyu valley location suits travelers seeking calm surroundings over busy city hotels.

Traditional Ryokan FeelA more classic Japanese inn atmosphere than standard business-style accommodation.

Family-Friendly StayFamily-friendly facilities and child-oriented appeal are noted among listed amenities.

Convenient ParkingPrivate parking support adds convenience for guests touring Saga by car.

Recommended stay1 nightOnsen rhythm is the strongest driver here: arrive mid-afternoon, settle into the baths, have dinner, sleep early, enjoy breakfast and one more soak, then continue onward. A second night only makes sense if you want a slower reset in Furuyu/Kumanokawa rather than a packed sightseeing plan.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a short onsen-focused stay in Furuyu Onsen, not as a major sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited base valueFuruyu is atmospheric but small, so travelers wanting dense sightseeing can run out of things quickly.

Bus-dependent accessReachable from Saga, but buses are not especially frequent and luggage-heavy moves are less smooth than station towns.

Wellness feature cautionThis property clearly offers onsen bathing, but broader spa-style facilities are not strongly verified.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main on-site meal venue with garden views for breakfast and dinner.

Private Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Semi-private or private meal space for a quieter ryokan dining experience.

Onsen Shokudo (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Casual local eatery inside Eiryu Onsen in the Furuyu area.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive at JR Saga Station, continue from Saga Station Bus Center by bus toward Furuyu Onsen, then use a short walk or brief taxi ride depending on luggage. For air access, Fukuoka Airport is usually the most practical gateway, while Saga Airport can work if your flight options suit Saga City access.

Saga Stationstation
15 km1 Chome Ekimae Chuo, Saga, Saga Prefecture, Japanabout 35–50 min by car or taxi depending on trafficabout 45–60 min by bus to the Furuyu Onsen area, plus a short walk or taxi
Best rail gateway for most visitors coming by JR. Transfer here to the Saga Station Bus Center for the most straightforward public transport approach.
Takeo-Onsen Stationstation
26 kmTakeo, Saga Prefecture, Japanabout 50–70 min by carpossible but usually less direct than via Saga Station; best checked locally
Useful mainly for some wider Kyushu rail itineraries, including Shinkansen connections, but it is usually not the simplest station for reaching Furuyu Onsen.
Furuyu Onsen Bus Stopbus
100 mFuruyu Onsen area, Fuji-cho Furuyu, Saga, Saga Prefecture, Japanabout 3–8 min on foot depending on the exact stop used and luggageabout 1–3 min by taximain local arrival stop for the onsen area; bus timing should be checked locally
Most useful final public transport stop for the ryokan area; convenient if traveling light, but a short taxi may be easier with suitcases.
Amagobashi Bus Stopbus
330 mNear Amagobashi in the Furuyu Onsen area, Fuji-cho Furuyu, Saga, Saga Prefecture, Japanabout 5–10 min on footabout 2–4 min by taxiuseful on some local bus patterns; best checked locally
Useful secondary stop within the Furuyu Onsen district; good fallback if your bus does not stop at the main Furuyu Onsen stop closest to your route.
Saga Station Bus Centerbus
15 kmNext to JR Saga Station, Saga, Saga Prefecture, Japanabout 35–50 min by car or taxi to the ryokanmain bus transfer hub for roughly 45–60 min service toward Furuyu Onsen
Most practical public transport hub for reaching the ryokan. If arriving by train, this is the key onward transfer point.
Saga Airportairport
26 kmKawasoe-machi, Saga, Saga Prefecture, Japanabout 50–70 min by cartypically about 80–110 min with transfers via Saga City, depending on connection timing
A reasonable alternative if flight schedules suit you, especially for travelers already targeting Saga Prefecture, though overall access is often less flexible than via Fukuoka Airport.
Fukuoka Airportairport
33 kmHakata-ku, Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japanabout 60–90 min by car depending on traffictypically about 90–120 min via city transfer and Saga-bound rail or bus connections, then onward bus or taxi
Usually the most practical airport for many domestic and international travelers because of its wider flight network and strong ground connections into Saga.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Rare natural sand bathKakureisen is especially notable for its unusual natural sand bath, a feature that is not common even among Kyushu ryokans. That gives the bathing experience a more memorable identity than a standard indoor onsen stay.
Peaceful Furuyu Onsen settingThe ryokan sits in Furuyu Onsen in Saga's Fuji-cho area, a quieter hot-spring town with a tucked-away feel rather than a busy sightseeing hub. It suits travelers who want to slow down and enjoy a calmer, more local atmosphere.
Rooms with garden atmosphereSeveral rooms are designed to emphasize the garden and surrounding greenery, which helps the stay feel serene and intimate instead of purely functional. This is a good fit if you value the mood of the room as much as the bath itself.
Dinner-focused ryokan experienceThe property puts clear emphasis on kaiseki-style dining with Saga-linked ingredients such as Saga beef, Hizen Sakura pork, and Arita chicken. Travelers planning to stay in for dinner rather than search for restaurants nearby will likely get more value from the experience.
Strong guest satisfaction on serviceRecent guest feedback consistently points to kind staff, tasty meals, and a pleasant overall atmosphere. That makes it a reassuring choice for travelers who prioritize hospitality over flashy facilities.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not convenient without planningReaching the ryokan is easier by car, and public-transport access involves bus connections from Saga Station or Fukuoka-side transit points. It is not the most seamless option for travelers who want simple station-to-hotel convenience.
Little around it at nightFuruyu Onsen is quiet and low-key, which is charming for some guests but limiting for others. If you want nightlife, lots of café choices, or evening strolls through a lively town, this area may feel too subdued.
Traditional style over resort luxuryKakureisen appears to lean into classic ryokan character rather than a polished luxury-resort setup. Travelers expecting a broad range of modern facilities or a big contemporary spa complex may find it relatively understated.
Check-out is on the early sideThe standard check-out is 10:00 AM, which can make the morning feel rushed if you prefer a slow breakfast and one last bath. This is less convenient for guests treating the stay as a lazy sleep-in getaway.
Bath appeal may outweigh town appealThe ryokan's main draw is the bathing and in-house stay experience, not a long list of nearby attractions within immediate walking distance. If you prefer a base with many sights, shops, and dining options right outside, it may feel isolated.

Current position: 8th out of 30 ryokans in Saga.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥉 3rd	Mizuno Ryokan	9.4/10	68
4th	Karatsu Seaside Hotel	9.2/10	1,286
5th	Taishoya	9.1/10	269
6th	Urari Takeo Garden Terrace Spa Resorts	9.1/10	216
7th	Tsukasa Ryokan	9.1/10	138
8th	Kakureisen Current ryokan	9.3/10	29
9th	Ureshino Motoyu	9.0/10	142
10th	Furuyu Onsen Oncri	9.0/10	130
11th	Ryokan Oomuraya	8.9/10	1,586
12th	ONCRI-Karatsu おんくり唐津	8.9/10	489
13th	Shukubō Shingetsu	9.5/10	9