Bokusen no Sato: A Hidden Hot Spring Retreat Beneath Mt. Kubote

Where Mountains Whisper and Time Slows

Tucked away at the base of sacred Mt. Kubote in Buzen City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Bokusen no Sato is a refined countryside ryokan that blends the healing powers of nature, traditional cuisine, and quiet cultural heritage.
This secluded hot spring inn is more than just a place to stay—it’s a retreat for the senses and soul, far from the noise of the modern world.

Dining in Harmony with the Land and Sea

The inn is known for its exquisite kaiseki cuisine, prepared with ingredients sourced from the surrounding mountains, rivers, and nearby coastal waters. Guests dine on live fish dishes, seasonal hotpots, and delicacies unique to the region, lovingly prepared by chefs with a background in ikizukuri (live sashimi art) and local fishery traditions.

Wellness and Onsen Elegance

After dinner, unwind in the inn’s serene alkaline hot spring baths, prized for their gentle, healing properties. The natural waters are known to soothe sore muscles, relieve fatigue, and leave skin feeling soft and refreshed. A soak here—surrounded by seasonal foliage and mountain air—is a luxurious act of self-care.

Cultural Immersion in Sacred Terrain

Just minutes away lies Mt. Kubote, once a major center of Shugendo, Japan’s ancient mountain ascetic tradition. At the nearby Kubote Museum, guests can explore relics of this spiritual practice, including tools used by yamabushi (mountain monks) and a rare, nationally treasured copperplate sutra. The area is also home to the historic Ryuo-in Temple, known for its rigorous pilgrimages.

Kubote Museum Official website

A Stay That Nourishes Mind, Body, and Spirit

Bokusen no Sato is not your average countryside inn—it’s a curated encounter with healing, heritage, and harmony. Perfect for the discerning traveler seeking authenticity, privacy, and a deeper connection to Japan’s lesser-known spiritual and culinary landscapes. It’s a place where memories are made slowly, and every season tells its own serene story.

Bokusen no Sato Official website