Yamaguchi's Coastal Retreat 'Yukiukan no Toki' Offers Two Seasonal Stay Experiences: 'Retreat Stay' for Rejuvenation and 'Active Stay' to Explore Scenic Yamaguchi

An ocean-view lounge overlooking Fukugawa Bay. Relax and enjoy a peaceful moment by the sea.

'Kiwado Onsen Retreat: Yukiukan no Toki' (Yukiukan no Toki), a seaside inn located in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, introduces two distinct stay experiences from summer to autumn, tailored to guests' travel preferences and desired pace.

Choose between the 'Retreat Stay,' which focuses on relaxation within the property through hot springs, gourmet dining, ocean-view rooms, yoga, and meditation, and the 'Active Stay,' using the inn as a base to explore Nagato and Yamaguchi's natural landscapes and cultural sites. Whether you seek the luxury of doing nothing or wish to discover unforgettable scenery, Yukiukan no Toki offers unique ways to spend your time.

In addition to overnight stays, day-use plans combining rooms, hot springs, and meals are also available.

■ 'Retreat Stay': Immersing in Breathtaking Ocean Views

Step away from your busy daily life and avoid a packed sightseeing schedule. Instead, reconnect with yourself by the sea—a new style of stay proposed by Yukiukan no Toki.

From guest rooms and the large public bath, guests enjoy serene views of Fukugawa Bay. After check-in, take a moment to relax by the window overlooking the sea, then ease travel fatigue in the ocean-view public bath 'Yukiukan no Yu'.

Certain overnight plans guarantee access to 'Sazae no Yu,' a private open-air bath with panoramic sea views.

'Yukiukan no Yu' large public bath offering sweeping views of Aonoshima Island

Morning scenery from the garden terrace, welcoming the new day

New guest rooms feature dedicated retreat spaces. Additionally, guests can enjoy the seaside ambiance on the seaside terrace or the adjacent beach—breathe in the sea breeze, meditate quietly under the morning sun, and appreciate the changing moods of the coast throughout the day.

Dinner features seasonal kaiseki cuisine crafted with fresh, local ingredients from Nagato and Yamaguchi. After dining, unwind in your room and enjoy a tranquil evening free from time constraints.

Check-out is at 11:00 a.m., allowing ample time after breakfast to soak in the hot spring again or simply gaze at the sea from your room before departure. The 'Retreat Stay' at Yukiukan no Toki gently restores your mind and body through hot springs, cuisine, ocean views, and peaceful seaside moments.

Relax in your room while enjoying the outdoor scenery

■ 'Active Stay': Exploring Scenic Spots and Returning to the Hot Spring

Yukiukan no Toki serves not only as a place to rejuvenate but also as an ideal base for exploring the natural and cultural attractions of Nagato and Yamaguchi.

Take a scenic drive to the iconic Kakujima Bridge (approximately 35 minutes by car from the inn)

Begin your day with a relaxed morning by the sea, then spend your daytime exploring coastal drives, scenic viewpoints, and historic towns. Whether sightseeing within Nagato City or venturing further to renowned sites like Kakujima Bridge and other scenic spots across Yamaguchi, you can customize your itinerary based on your interests and schedule.

Using the inn as your base allows you to enjoy peaceful mornings and evenings by the sea while fully immersing yourself in Yamaguchi’s landscapes and culture during the day.

After a day of exploration, return to the inn to rest in the hot spring and savor seasonal cuisine, reflecting quietly on the day’s experiences and memories—a vital part of the stay. The next morning, quietly welcome a new day by watching the sunrise from the beach adjacent to the property. For multi-night stays, guests can enjoy one day of 'Retreat Stay' relaxation by the sea and another day of 'Active Stay' sightseeing. The flexibility to balance activity and rest according to mood and weather is a key appeal of choosing Yukiukan no Toki as your travel base.

Quietly welcoming a new day while watching the sunrise from the beach connected to the property

■ From Summer Fireworks to Autumn Foliage: Nagato’s Seasonal Transformations

A one-night-only fireworks display lighting up the seaside night sky

During summer, Yukiukan no Toki offers an open and refreshing seaside atmosphere with panoramic views of Fukugawa Bay. On July 18, 2026 (Saturday), a special one-day-only overnight plan allows guests to enjoy the fireworks display from the inn. The sound of waves harmonizing with fireworks in the night sky creates a once-a-year summer moment.

Autumn foliage at 'Daian-ji Temple,' a renowned scenic spot

As autumn arrives and Nagato’s mountains turn vibrant, a visit to 'Daian-ji Temple,' one of Yamaguchi’s most famous autumn foliage destinations, is highly recommended. After viewing the vivid red and yellow leaves in the solemn temple grounds, return to the inn to warm your body in the hot spring and enjoy a peaceful evening. Transitioning from the open seaside atmosphere of summer to the calm, colorful serenity of autumn, guests can enjoy Nagato’s ever-changing seasonal scenery.

■ Experience 'Retreat Stay' as a Day Trip: Enjoying Rooms, Hot Springs, and Meals

'We don’t have time to stay overnight, but we’d like to enjoy the hot springs, meals, and also relax in a guest room.'

In response to such requests, Yukiukan no Toki offers flexible day-use plans tailored to different schedules and preferences. Some plans, including room and private facilities, are limited to one group per day.

The '0-Night, 2-Meal Retreat Plan' allows up to 9 hours of stay from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., including lunch and dinner, access to an ocean-view guest room, and private use of the 'Sazae no Yu' open-air bath. This plan lets guests savor a full day at the ryokan without an overnight stay.

Private open-air bath 'Sazae no Yu'

Relax in a guest room surrounded by seaside tranquility

The 'Yutoki no Yurari Plan' offers a more casual day-trip experience with room rest, featuring seasonal kaiseki cuisine, hot spring access, and relaxation in a guest room until 3:00 p.m.

Additionally, the 'Day-Trip Yutoki Plan' without room rest is available, allowing guests to choose based on their schedule and desired stay duration.

Other day-use options include sauna plans in private barrel saunas, detached karaoke rooms, and camping trailers like Airstreams. Even for short stays, Yukiukan no Toki offers unique day-trip retreat experiences combining hot springs, meals, and diverse activities.

Private barrel sauna surrounded by the scent of wood

■ Satisfying the Five Senses: Cuisine, Hot Springs, and Sightseeing

The retreat experience is completed by the rich blessings of Nagato and Yamaguchi and the heartwarming local attractions.

【Cuisine】

Featuring fresh seafood from Senzaki, one of Japan Sea’s top fishing ports, premium 'Yamaguchi Wagyu Kirameki' beef, and locally originated heirloom vegetables like the massive 'Taya Nasu' eggplant (500g to over 1kg). Using natural spring water from Handa Benten in Mine City, the cuisine highlights the vitality of ingredients, nourishing and revitalizing guests from within.

Example of an overnight guest dinner kaiseki course (for one person)

【Hot Springs】

The Kiwado Onsen spring is an alkaline simple hot spring known as 'beauty bath' for leaving skin smooth after bathing, gently relieving physical and mental tension. Experience its effects in the private open-air bath 'Sazae no Yu,' famously featured in a national anime’s opening scene, or in the ocean-view large bath 'Yukiukan no Yu'.

Private open-air bath 'Sazae no Yu,' enjoyable at sunrise and under the moonlight (bath towel permitted)

Ocean-view large bath 'Yukiukan no Yu' with panoramic views of Aonoshima Island