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It is about a 15-minute walk from Inuyama Castle across the Kiso River's Inuyama Bridge. There is an open-air bath with Breathtaking view of Inuyama Castle. There are also separate garden open-air baths for men and women. As it is close to Nagoya, you can enjoy dishes such as grilled eel and sashimi lobster.

The inn is located a 6-minute walk from Inuyama-Yuen Station, making it convenient for sightseeing. It has a slightly retro atmosphere, which makes it feel comfortable. In addition to the spacious indoor bath, the large communal bath also has a hexagonal stone open-air bath, which is lit up at night, creating a fantastical world. The meal was a kaiseki meal made with seasonal local ingredients. Every dish was very delicious, and even though there were many dishes, we were able to finish it all. From the room, we could see the view of the Kiso River right in front of us, and we were able to spend a relaxing time.

 If you're looking for a place accessible by car from Kumamoto Castle, I highly recommend Yutorelo Yamaga in Yamaga Onsen. While Kurokawa Onsen is also fantastic, Yamaga Onsen is famous for its "Bijin-no-Yu," known as "beauty-enhancing water." The water has a unique, silky-smooth, almost viscous texture that feels amazing on the skin. The ryokan itself is a beautifully renovated older building, blending traditional charm with a very chic, modern design. It’s the perfect place to treat yourself and feel "a touch of luxury." Depending on when you go, they sometimes offer day-trip plans that include lunch. You can easily enjoy this experience well within your 20,000 yen budget. Plus, it's very accessible—less than an hour's drive from Kumamoto Castle.

This inn has rooms that can accommodate three people and is located directly under Inuyama Castle. You can view the castle from the rooms facing the castle and from the private baths, and your skin will be smooth while you enjoy Breathtaking view. This inn is a great place to take lots of Instagram-worthy photos along with the castle town.

After visiting Kumamoto Castle, if you're driving to an onsen, how about Hotel Greenpia Minamiaso? Kurokawa Onsen is also wonderful, but it's over 90 minutes by car from the castle. This area, Minamiaso, is only about an hour away, and you can enjoy a different kind of majestic scenery than what you'd find in Kurokawa. The view from the rotenburo (open-air bath) is absolutely spectacular. A sweeping panorama of the Aso mountains stretches out right before your eyes, and it truly makes you feel "a touch of luxury." Please note, the hotel is under renovation until June 2026. Before the renovations, they offered a day-trip plan that included lunch and onsen access, so I expect you'll be able to enjoy it well within your budget (once it reopens).

After sightseeing at Kumamoto Castle, we recommend Shogen Sanso in Tamana onsen(hot spring). Kurokawa onsen(hot spring) is also famous, but it's a little far from Kumamoto Castle. Tamana onsen(hot spring) is easily accessible, about 50 minutes by car, so driving is less of a hassle. They offer a day trip plan that includes lunch. For a budget of 20,000 yen per person, you can enjoy a slightly luxurious lunch, similar to kaiseki cuisine. onsen(hot spring) has thick, viscous water known as "Bijin-no-yu (a hot spring of beauty)," which is sure to please your girlfriend.

Although Ryokan (Japanese inn) is quietly located in the countryside, you can feel the atmosphere of a Japanese Ryokan (Japanese inn) from the entrance. It has a Japanese modern atmosphere, so it is the perfect inn for those who want to relax and spend a relaxing time, and the hot spring is also quite famous. The water is said to be mellow and thick, and many people return for this hot spring. It makes your skin smooth and your hair silky smooth. I think women will be happy. The food is a kaiseki kaiseki（a traditional Japanese multiple course meal ）made with locally produced ingredients from Kumamoto Prefecture, and it is well-balanced and very satisfying, with high-quality horse sashimi and steak that you would never normally be able to eat, seafood, and desserts. They also explain the food thoroughly, so you can enjoy each dish while savoring its flavor. This inn combines the open feeling of nature, the exquisite kaiseki（a traditional Japanese multiple course meal ）unique to Kumamoto, the thick hot spring, and first-class hospitality, so please come and visit us. The accommodation fee is reasonable.