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Sansou Tanaka

3.5 star property
Adults-only ryokan in Yufu with a full-service spa

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Hot springs
Lobby lounge
Property grounds
Superior Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, Non Smoking
Interior entrance
Sansou Tanaka offers a genuine Japanese ryokan experience in Yufuin Onsen. Relax in the indoor mineral hot spring or wander through the traditional garden. The property features three hot springs, in-room WiFi, and luggage storage service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$238
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Economy Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Economy Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, (Adult Only), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, Non Smoking

Superior Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, Non Smoking

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Western Single Room, 1 Guest (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Western Single Room, 1 Guest (Adult Only), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Standard Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Standard Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Deluxe Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Deluxe Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Yufuin Onsen, a neighbourhood in Yufu, Sansou Tanaka is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kinrin Lake and Hells of Beppu, while Kijima Kogen Park and African Safari are popular area attractions. Beppu Tower and Beppu Rakutenchi are also worth visiting.
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Map
286-1 Kawaminami, Yufuinmachi, Yufu, Oita-ken, 879-5103

What's nearby

  • Yufuin Stained Glass Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kinrin Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Yufuin Motorcycle Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Kijima Kogen Park - 11 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Yufu Station - 11 min walk
  • Oita (OIT) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪こうき・由布隠酒家そば - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪由布まぶし 心 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪甘味茶屋 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪湯布院ゆふふ 湯布院駅前本店 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪由布岳一望のカフェ千家 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sansou Tanaka

Ryokan near Kinrin Lake
Sansou Tanaka provides amenities, such as an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a Japanese garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot springs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), hot springs on-site and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Sansou Tanaka have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, on-request microwaves and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,200 per person

Things to do

  • 3 hot springs
  • Full-service spa

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk

Full-service spa

  • 3 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 41 ºC
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Genkan (entryway)
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 250.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 1200 per person

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Sansou Tanaka Inn Yufu
Sansou Tanaka Inn
Sansou Tanaka Yufu
Sansou Tanaka
Sansou Tanaka Yufu
Sansou Tanaka Ryokan
Sansou Tanaka Ryokan Yufu

Frequently asked questions

Is Sansou Tanaka pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sansou Tanaka?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sansou Tanaka on 30 Sept 2025 start from NZ$232.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sansou Tanaka?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sansou Tanaka?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Sansou Tanaka?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sansou Tanaka located?

Located in Yufuin Onsen, this spa ryokan is within 1 mile (2 km) of Unagihime Shrine and Kinrin Lake. Yufuin Stained Glass Museum and Norman Rockwell Yufuin Museum are also within 10 minutes. Yufu Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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