My wife and I discovered Kaiyu through an internet search for accommodation near the Ashizuri Cape. It sounded interesting so booked two nights. The other reviews are right! In a beautiful place, run by very interesting and friendly people, we loved our brief stay. Being winter, we were the only guests, so we sat around the slow combustion stove and... More

The remote and picturesk setting is perfect for the relaxed atmosphere in Kaiyu. Really nice family-run place, and they serve the most amazing food you can imagine! Best location for surfing, snorkling, swimming and hikes in wild nature. The service is excellent, and the warm family feeling around the table, can make anyone fell less homesick. Only downside is the... More

The intriguing thing about this booking is that you will fill out a contract form to except that the place is not perfect and you must accept some hardship. This must pull the rug from beneith some Tripadvisor reviewers who do a job on the place that they visit. We arrived after dark finding the 93 year old grandmother laying... More

The Shimanto River area is one of the most beautiful area that we have visited in Japan. It has both the beautiful white sand beach and amazingly clear mountain stream for you to swim in. What also makes the visit to Shimato unique is the kaiyu Inn that we stayed at. I should say it is about as interesting as... More

As the other reviews have mentioned, this is a special place run by special people. Unfortunately, we are here for only one night before departing for home. The area is beautiful and after a good day of looking around--or playing-- at some very great sites, one can ease one's tired body in the natural water of the Kaiyu's onsen and... More

Of all the places we have stayed Kaiyu is vey special. Mitsu-san and his family have created a relaxed friendly atmosphere in a hotel that has superb views of Ohki Beach and the sea. The rooms are spacious and individually decorated with the facilities to do your own thing if you want to. Next to the hotel there is a... More

This is the place to go and feel at home. I’ve been to KAIYU twice with my wife and 2 sons. We love spectacular Ohki Beach just a stone’s throw and extremely comfortable hot-spring water heated by wood-burning. The renovated room was really unique and cozy with a wonderful view of the sea. And I really like the sea breeze... More

Great spot. I hope to come back, someday - I kept thinking 'this place would be so, so great for a honeymoon!' Kaiyu is located to a very broad, beautiful beach. The rooms have all been done simply but very tastefully, very modern but not cold, in natural colors and materials. The food is delicious and local and there's an... More

I've been to Ohki beach many times but this was my first time staying at kaiyu - even though I've been to the onsen a few times before. I love the baths and the spacious, comfortable rooms. The owner speaks perfect English, and is very helpful. Lastly, the views from the window are brilliant! Well worth the trip down if... More