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Kafutei

3.5 star property
Visitors find tranquility in Japanese gardens and hot springs at this urban retreat where relaxation meets rejuvenation in peaceful surroundings

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Kafutei creates an urban oasis with its tranquil Japanese garden and hot springs. Guests relax on the peaceful terrace or book rejuvenating spa treatments. The property offers free WiFi and a coffee shop, with staff consistently praised by previous visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Room options

View all photos for Japanese Western Style Room, Non Smoking

Japanese Western Style Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Japanese Western Style Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Spring water bathtub
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Modern room with Open-air bath Non-smoking

Japanese Modern room with Open-air bath Non-smoking | Free WiFi

Japanese Modern room with Open-air bath Non-smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Spring water bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Universal room with Open-air bath Non-smoking

Universal room with Open-air bath Non-smoking | Free WiFi

Universal room with Open-air bath Non-smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Spring water bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Yamaga is home to Kafutei. Kikuchi Castle and Yachiyoza Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Aso Kuju National Park and Kikuchi Gorge. Visit our Yamaga travel guide
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177 Kikukamachi Ikenaga, Yamaga, Kumamoto, 861-0423

What's nearby

  • Kikuchi Castle
    15 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Kikuchi Onsen
    19 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Yamaga Onsen
    24 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Yachiyoza Theater
    26 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Hirayama Hot Spring
    34 min drive - 12.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kumamoto Kita Station
    25 min drive
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ひのおか
    7 min drive
  • いがぐり苑
    12 min drive
  • 菊池拉麺専門店 桂仙ラーメン
    9 min drive
  • 寿会館
    8 min drive
  • 水とり菊池店
    8 min drive

About this property

Kafutei

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Kafutei and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a Japanese garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), hot springs on site, and free newspapers
  • A front-desk safe, 2 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Kafutei offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Spring water tubs, bidets, and hair dryers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • 6 hot springs
  • Full-service spa

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • 6 hot springs
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pay movies

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 1100 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Kafutei Yamaga
Kafutei Guesthouse
Kafutei Guesthouse Yamaga

Frequently asked questions

Is Kafutei pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kafutei?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kafutei?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kafutei located?

Situated in Yamaga, this spa guesthouse is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Kikuchi Castle and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kikuchi Onsen and Kikuchi Shrine. Yamaga Onsen and Sakurayu are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Kafutei Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LEUNG YUK DANNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent Japanese style onsun hotel with good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest onsen that I have stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yumiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても楽しい一日が過ごせました。お風呂もサウナも良かったです。😀食事にボリュウムが少しあってもよかったかなあー😅でも懐石だからこんなもんだよね😀お世話になりました 又行きたいお宿でした✨
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
普段の生活から距離をおいて、色々なことを忘れてリラックスして寛ぐのに最適な所でした。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

花富亭

2家族でお世話になりました。 食べきれないほどの凝ったお料理、露天風呂、細やかなサービス、スタッフの方の対応など素晴らしかったです。 ウェルカムドリンクサービスは素敵なバーカウンターででお抹茶をいただき、初めての経験でした。 子供がちょっと食べ過ぎて、体調不良だったのですが、嫌な顔ひとつせず対応して下さり感謝しています。ありがとうございました。 機会が、あればまた訪れたい宿です。 どうもありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

記念日に

父親の誕生日に宿泊しました。 素敵なバースデーケーキを作ってくださり皆さん共にお祝いしていただいて、とても良い記念になりました。 お部屋もサービスもお風呂もお料理も最高でした🌟
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

mai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

JUNG JAE

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANG HO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mayumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Hisako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020