Nanten-En

586-0062 Osaka Prefecture, Kawachinagano, Amami 158, Japan – Excellent location – show map

Featuring a large Japanese garden and natural hot-spring baths, Nanten-En Ryokan offers traditional luxury in a beautiful natural setting. The air-conditioned rooms have tatami flooring and Japanese-style futon beds. Guests at Ryokan Nanten-En can try on the yukata robe and relax in the gentle atmosphere created by the shoji paper screens, woven-straw floor and views of greenery. All rooms have traditional shared bathing facilities; Superior rooms include a private toilet. The hotel’s outdoor pool open seasonally in summer offers an opportunity for refreshment, or request relaxing massage services. Multi-course meals with seasonal specialties are served for breakfast and dinner at Nanten-En. The hotel is only a 2-minute walk from Amami Train Station on the Nankai Koya Line, a 40-minute ride from Namba Train Station in Osaka. Mount Koya is a 1-hour train ride away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Public Bath, Hot spring bath

Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

Japanese-Style Economy Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

2 futon beds

Japanese-Style Superior Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

4 futon beds

Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

2 futon beds

Japanese-Style Family Room with Open-Air Bath

8 futon beds

Japanese-Style Standard Room with Shared Bathroom

4 futon beds

Japanese-Style Superior Room with Shared Bathroom

3 futon beds

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

4 futon beds

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.7

Facilities

9.3

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Value for money

8.8

Location

9.0

Free WiFi

9.6

High score for Kawachinagano

See what guests loved the most:

Mary
United States of America
“Authentic and understated- true quality experience…hard working and kind courteous staff with attention to all your needs and details. Thank you to the culinary & Ryokan staff for exceptional service … a very amazing experience. Sincere thanks for...”
Kathy
United States of America
“Service, amenities and food were great! Good getaway from the city.”
Mihai
Romania
“The quiet, the ritual of the dinner served gradually during 1 hour, the variety of tastes and combinations of the ingredients in the food, the hot baths, the fact that you get to sleep into a historical building, the courtesy and politeness of the...”
Robert
Germany
“Beautiful, quiet location. Half-board food service was exceptional and staff very accommodating about our requests. English speaking owner and staff provided info about local activities. Authentic experience and good value overall.”
Jonathan
United States of America
“The property includes a garden, pond, bridges, river, fireflies at night, peaceful and quiet area”
Yu-chu
Taiwan
“Beautiful and remote from the city. The hotel is great for a break from the busy city. I love the public bath facility and the garden in the back. Breakfast was outstanding! Dinner was fresh and interesting to experience.”
Anna
United States of America
“It was a great place to stay to experience the culture of Japan! We had a great time. The place is far from the city, but near the Amami station — very accessible.”
Ellen
Australia
“The food was delicious, the staff were attentive and helpful, the location was beautiful and the house and grounds were amazing. We also thoroughly enjoyed the onsen.”
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Edgar
United States of America
“The staff was friendly and provided fantastic service.”
Stephanny
United States of America
“The kaiseki dinner was amazing!! My favorite meal during my three week trip in Japan. Owners were very nice and spoke English well, they described every course during our dinner. Onsen facilities were great! Beautiful out door area. Located RIGHT...”

Managed by Amami Onsen Nanten-en

Company review score: 9.7Based on 205 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

Nanten-en is a family owned traditional inn that has been run by the Yamasaki family for 70 years. The owner, Yamasaki Kazuhiro is a master of traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony and Ikebana flower arranging and often holds classes with our guests. Several of the front desk staff speak English and are always happy to teach our guests about the ryokan way of life and answer any questions you might have, especially about traditional culture. Dinner is served by our O-Hakobi-san, ladies in Kimono who have a specialist knowledge of the dishes we serve and the way they are supposed to be presented.

Property info

The main building of Nanten-en is a registered cultural asset of Japan, designed by the famous architect, Tatsuno Kingo. The 13 guest rooms are all in a traditional style, featuring tatami (woven straw) floors, Shoji paper screens and little details that will transport you back in time to 1920s Japan. The natural public hot springs are rich in radium which helps to reduce blood pressure, ease muscle and joint pain and boost the metabolism. And being open 24 hours makes them the perfect place to relax and soak away the fatigue of a long journey. Nanten-en is surrounded by its own large private garden which guests are welcome to explore. With cherry blossoms in the spring, bright maples in autumn and lush greens in summer, it truly is a place to experience all four seasons.

Neighborhood info

Nanten-en is located deep in the countryside of southern Osaka, surrounded by wooded hills and quaint farming villages. Such a rustic setting makes it a perfect place to escape the noise of the city and soak yourself in nature. The surroundings are great for taking a stroll and feature many old style houses dotted among terraced fields. While there are no shops or restaurants nearby, we have instead mysterious shrines and unusual local legends which we are happy to share. Despite our very rural location, we are actually conveniently located for Kansai Airport, Namba and Koyasan making Nanten-en popular among people wishing to recover from a long flight in our onsen or for taking a short break before heading off into the sacred mountains of Wakayama Prefecture. The nearby town of Kawachinagano also boasts some interesting places to visit including historical temples, nice parks and plenty of hiking trails. In fact, Kongo-san, the highest mountain in Osaka Prefecture, is easily accessed from Kawachinagano and Nanten-en. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Kobe and Shikoku.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Nanten-En
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash Nanten-En accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that front desk operation hours are from 08:00-22:00.

Please note there are no convenience stores or restaurants around the property.

Guests without meal plans who want breakfast and/or dinner are required to reserve in advance.

Breakfast is served at either 8:00 or 8:30. Please inform the property your preferred time. Breakfast from 7:30 is also available upon request.

Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee.

Please inform the property in advance if guests have any food allergies or dietary needs.

Seasonal outdoor swimming pool is open from late July until August.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

The prices at Nanten-En may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Check-in at Nanten-En is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
Nanten-En is 150 feet from the center of Kawachinagano. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Room options at Nanten-En include:
- Twin
- Quad
- Family
- Triple
Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
Yes, Nanten-En is popular with guests booking family stays.
Nanten-En offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Hot spring bath
- Public Bath
- Bicycle rental
- Bike tours
- Swimming pool
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture