妙見石原荘
(みょうけんいしはらそう)
Uses natural hot spring water
361. Myoken Ishiharaso, Kirishima, Kagoshima Visited for higaeri for 1800 yen, which effectively includes unlimited towels. Higaeri listed as 11:30 to 15:00, last entry at 13:30. They stamp the 88 Onsen of Kyushu book. There are private baths but only for overnight guests. 1. Amazing outdoor bath with a view of the river, a house on the opposite bank, and forest. From 11:00 to 15:00 (essentially the higaeri period) it's men-only, but for overnight guests it's mixed the rest of the time. Clear blue-white, slightly cloudy water. Temperature around 41. 2. Indoor bath with incredible decor. Gave me vibes of Prometheus and Alien: Covenant. Looks extremely impressive. Breathing inside is comfortable. Clear blue-white, slightly cloudy water. Temperature around 40. Very cool place, highly recommended for at least a higaeri visit. I wouldn't mind staying here either — everything looks very interesting.