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Iki Retreat Kairi Murakami by Onko Chishin

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Iki Retreat Kairi Murakami by Onko Chishin

A soothing hot spring retreat where you can soak in ocean views from a remote island and relax in an open-air bath.

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Iki Retreat Kairi Murakami by Onko Chishin is a lodging facility in Iki City, Nagasaki Prefecture. This hot spring ryokan stands on Iki Island, off the Genkai Sea in northern Kyushu. In the 2019 Michelin Guide, it was the only lodging on a remote Japanese island to be selected for 5 Pavilions.

One of the inn’s biggest draws is that every guest room has an ocean view. From the windows, you can look out over the sweeping seascape of Yumoto Bay. Each room also comes with a free-flowing natural hot spring open-air bath. You can enjoy the hot spring anytime during your stay. The baths use water from Yumoto Onsen, known for its distinctive quality that appears golden when exposed to the air. The property also has a large public bath and a spa, where you can unwind with hot springs and body treatments.

The cuisine features kaiseki meals made with local ingredients unique to Iki Island. Dishes include natural abalone, sea urchin, Iki beef, and seasonal ingredients at their peak. Paired with Iki shochu and local sake, you can savor the flavors of the island. This luxury inn offers a relaxing stay in a calm setting while you enjoy fine hot springs and exceptional cuisine.

Highlights

  • A hot spring ryokan on Iki Island, off the Genkai Sea.
  • The first remote island lodging in Japan to be selected for Michelin 5 Pavilions.
  • All rooms have ocean views and feature free-flowing natural hot spring open-air baths.
  • Uses Yumoto Onsen, known for spring water that appears golden.
  • Serves kaiseki cuisine made with an abundance of ingredients from Iki Island.

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  • You can take in a panoramic view of Yumoto Bay from the entrance

    You can take in a panoramic view of Yumoto Bay from the entrance

  • Enjoy a luxurious stay in an ocean-view guest room

    Enjoy a luxurious stay in an ocean-view guest room

  • Soak in a free-flowing natural hot spring open-air bath while watching the sunset

    Soak in a free-flowing natural hot spring open-air bath while watching the sunset

  • The property also features a spacious large public bath

    The property also features a spacious large public bath

  • Kaiseki cuisine made with local ingredients, including Iki beef sukiyaki, is a specialty

    Kaiseki cuisine made with local ingredients, including Iki beef sukiyaki, is a specialty

  • Approx. 15 minutes by car from nearby ports on Iki Island

    Approx. 15 minutes by car from nearby ports on Iki Island

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Can I use the large public bath if I have tattoos?
A

You may use the open-air bath in your guest room. As a general rule, tattoos are not allowed in the large public bath.

Q

Is Wi-Fi available?
A

Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Q

Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
A

Iki Dolphin Park & Resort is Approx. 16 minutes away by car, Iki City Ikikoku Museum is Approx. 17 minutes away by car, and Nishikihama Beach is Approx. 22 minutes away by car.

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Details

Name in Japanese
壱岐リトリート 海里村上 by 温故知新
Postal Code
811-5556
Address
119-2 Tateishi Nishifure, Katsumotocho, Iki City, Nagasaki
Phone
0920-43-0770
Check-in
3:00pm
Check-out
11:00am
Rates
From JPY 49,500 per person for 2 guests sharing 1 room (includes breakfast and dinner)
Access
1) Approx. 25 minutes by car from Iki Airport ※ Free shuttle service available, reservation required
2) After an Approx. 1-hour jetfoil ride from Hakata Port, Approx. 15 minutes by car ※ Free shuttle service available, reservation required
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
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