Boyokaku

4.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 4.1/10, based on 139 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Shinwaen	10.0/10	102
🥈 2nd	Kurokawa Onsen Oyado Noshiyu	9.5/10	996
🥉 3rd	Ryokan Misato	9.7/10	82
4th	Gekkoju Kurokawa	9.7/10	75
5th	Yamabiko Ryokan	9.5/10	235
6th	Okyakuya	9.3/10	414
7th	Fumoto Ryokan	9.3/10	404
8th	Hotel Yumeshizuku	9.2/10	628
9th	Sansō Hanayu, maison thermale céleste	9.4/10	58
10th	Tawarayama Onsen Ryokan Minawa	9.2/10	234
11th	Ryokan Kono-Yu	9.3/10	80
12th	Kosugian, Yamakawa Onsen	9.2/10	173
13th	Kurokawa-So	9.1/10	974
14th	Yamashinobu	9.1/10	853
15th	Kurokawa Onsen Yama no Yado Shinmeikan	9.1/10	342
16th	Kyutei	9.2/10	87
17th	Yumerindo	9.1/10	276
18th	Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji	9.1/10	125
19th	Ryokan Wakaba	9.0/10	578
20th	Shikinosato Hanamura	9.0/10	292
21st	Fujiya	9.0/10	229
22nd	Hamazen Ryokan	8.9/10	2,233
23rd	Ryokan Yamanoyu	8.9/10	251
24th	Ryokan Nanjoen	8.9/10	183
25th	Oyado Daikonya	9.0/10	48
26th	Hanare no Yado Hanagokoro	8.8/10	1,307
27th	Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi	8.8/10	1,038
28th	Shokinkan	9.1/10	14
29th	Sen-no-Mori	9.2/10	11
30th	Yunoyado Irifune	9.3/10	9
31st	Tsuetate Onsen Hotel Hizenya	8.7/10	752
32nd	Sato no Yu Waraku	8.8/10	39
33rd	Ryokan Hirayama	8.7/10	39
34th	Tamana Onsen Happouen	9.4/10	3
35th	Chalet de montagne Hibari d’Asagiri	8.9/10	6
36th	AsoTsuruya	8.5/10	80
37th	Takenokura Sansō, Hakusui Onsen	8.6/10	2
38th	Hikyou Shirakawagensen Sansou Takefue	8.4/10	5
39th	Tabinoyado Asonoyu	8.3/10	3
40th	Ryokoji Temple	5.2/10	1
41st	Yutorelo Yamaga	8.2/10	92
42nd	Wasuki Tsukasakan	8.1/10	231
43rd	Hotel Shosenkaku Romankan	7.4/10	9
44th	Yusai Bekkan	7.9/10	98
45th	Onyado Satsuki	7.8/10	63
46th	Shikino Mori	7.9/10	520
47th	Tabist Yamaga Onsen Yuyado Izumi	6.9/10	67
48th	Ryokan Yunosako	4.0/10	29
49th	Kikuchi Kanko Hotel	5.3/10	194
50th	Boyokaku Current ryokan	4.1/10	139
51st	Hirayama Onsen Ryokan Kadoya	3.5/10	67

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Sea Views Hot Spring Town Countryside Escape Public Onsen Indoor Bath Hot Spring Bath

Location

863-2803 Kumamoto, Amakusa, 1201 Amakusa , Shimotakita, Japan

Staff 4,3/10

Facilities 3,8/10

Cleanliness 3,8/10

Comfort 4,0/10

Value for money 4,0/10

Location 4,3/10

Seaside SettingHilltop position near the East China Sea gives the stay a scenic coastal feel.

Shimoda Onsen BathsHot spring bathing is a core draw for guests seeking a classic onsen stay.

Amakusa Ocean ViewsMany guests choose it for wide sea views and a relaxing horizon backdrop.

Easy Airport AccessAccess from Amakusa Airport is straightforward, with shuttle support noted by the property.

Convenient Free ParkingLarge free parking area makes it practical for road trips around Amakusa.

Full Ryokan StaySubstantial room count and half-board style suit travelers wanting a complete ryokan experience.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and dinner are the strongest drivers here: arrive in the afternoon, settle into the hot spring, watch the west-coast sunset, eat the seafood-focused meal, sleep, bathe again, then continue around Amakusa. A second night makes sense only if you want a slower pace for Sakitsu, Oe Church, or coastal stops without rushing long drives.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night scenic onsen stay on Amakusa’s west coast, with 2 nights only if you are pairing it with nearby churches, coastal driving, or a slow island schedule.

Know before booking

Remote for transitThis is deep in western Amakusa, so it is inefficient for travelers trying to move quickly between major Kyushu cities.

Limited evening sceneChoose it for onsen, views, and meal time, not for nightlife, bar-hopping, or a restaurant-filled walkable town center.

Bath expectationsVerified listings emphasize hot spring baths, but open-air or private family bath availability appears limited or absent, so do not assume both.

Restaurant Horizonte (on-site)

on-site

Main sea-view restaurant for dinner and breakfast.

Umi Neko Shokudo (nearby)

nearbyabout 1 km

Casual local diner near Shimoda Onsen area.

Tsubaki (nearby)

nearbyabout 1 km

Small eatery at Shirasagikan in Shimoda Onsen.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive The easiest arrival is usually via Amakusa Airport with a pre-arranged pickup or taxi, or by highway bus to Hondo Bus Center and then a local bus to Shimoda Onsen. If you are coming from Kumamoto by rail, Misumi Station is mainly useful when combining train and ferry rather than as a simple last-mile station.

Misumi Stationstation
43 kmMisumimachi, Uki, Kumamotoabout 1 hr 40 min to 2 hr by carcommonly used with ferry and bus; total journey is much longer than flying or direct bus
Best thought of as the rail gateway for the JR plus ferry route from Kumamoto rather than a nearby station. Useful for scenic public transport travel, not for the easiest arrival.
Shimoda Onsen Bus Stopbus
70 mShimodakita, Amakusa, Kumamotoabout 3–5 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxilocal bus stop beside the Shimoda Onsen area
This is the key final public transport stop for the ryokan and is the most useful point for guests arriving by bus.
Tomioka Portbus
11 kmTomioka, Reihoku, Kumamototoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by carbest checked locally; may require transfer arrangements
Useful if arriving by ferry from the Nagasaki side. The ryokan notes pre-arranged pickup from Tomioka Port, so this can be a strong alternative arrival point.
Oniike Port Bus Stopbus
15 kmOniike Port area, Itsuwa-machi, Amakusa, Kumamotoabout 40–50 min by carusually requires onward bus or taxi after the ferry
Useful for travelers coming from the Shimabara Peninsula via ferry to Oniike, but less convenient than Amakusa Airport or Hondo for most visitors.
Hondo Bus Centerbus
18 kmCentral Amakusa, Kumamotoabout 45–60 min by car or taxiabout 45–60 min by local bus, depending on connections
Best major bus hub for most public transport arrivals from Kumamoto; transfer here for buses toward Shimoda Onsen.
Amakusa Airportairport
16 kmAmakusa, Kumamotoabout 40–50 min by carbest checked locally; transfer or pickup is usually more practical
Usually the most useful airport for this ryokan. A pre-booked hotel pickup, rental car, or taxi is the most practical final leg.
Kumamoto Airportairport
92 kmMashiki, Kumamotoabout 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr by cartypically requires bus and/or flight connection via Amakusa or Kumamoto city
Useful mainly as the larger gateway into Kumamoto when Amakusa flights are not suitable. It is not the closest airport, but it can still be practical for broader domestic access.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Memorable sunset viewsThe property faces the West Coast of Amakusa, and many rooms and common areas are positioned for dramatic sea-and-sunset views. This is one of its most distinctive pleasures and gives the stay a real destination feel.
Historic Shimoda hot springYou can soak in one of Amakusa's oldest onsen areas, with natural spring water, open-air baths, and a large bath plus sauna. That makes it especially appealing for travelers who want a proper onsen stay rather than just a room with a bath.
Excellent seafood focusDining leans into fresh seafood from the Amakusa area, which suits travelers coming here specifically for local marine cuisine. The restaurant setting also benefits from wide, open views, so meals feel more special than a routine hotel dinner.
Rooms for different trip stylesThe ryokan offers Japanese-style, Japanese-Western, Western, and larger special rooms including cottage and maisonette options. That flexibility is useful for couples, families, and groups who do not all want the same room style.
Strong sense of placeThe property blends ocean-resort scenery with Christian-cultural references and a more characterful design than a standard chain hotel. It works well for travelers who want their stay to feel tied to Amakusa's history and coastal identity.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Remote for easy sightseeingThis is a destination stay in Shimoda Onsen, not a convenient city base with everything nearby on foot. Travelers planning frequent outings across Amakusa may find the location time-consuming without a car or careful transport planning.
Some facilities feel classicBoyokaku is better suited to travelers who appreciate an established ryokan-resort atmosphere than those chasing sleek contemporary luxury. If you prefer a sharply modern design language, it may feel a bit dated in parts.
Wi-Fi may be unevenWhile Wi-Fi is available, some listings indicate coverage is not equally strong in every area of the property. If you need consistently strong connectivity for work or streaming, this may be a drawback.
Check-out is fairly earlyThe standard 10:00 am check-out can make the morning feel rushed, especially after a late dinner or an onsen-heavy evening. Travelers who like slow resort mornings may wish for more flexibility.
Best experience depends on room choiceNot every room category delivers the same level of sea view or special feel, with some rooms facing the mountains rather than the ocean. Choosing the cheapest category could leave you with a less memorable stay than the ryokan's best photos suggest.

Current position: 50th out of 51 ryokans in Kumamoto.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
45th	Onyado Satsuki	7.8/10	63
46th	Shikino Mori	7.9/10	520
47th	Tabist Yamaga Onsen Yuyado Izumi	6.9/10	67
48th	Ryokan Yunosako	4.0/10	29
49th	Kikuchi Kanko Hotel	5.3/10	194
50th	Boyokaku Current ryokan	4.1/10	139
51st	Hirayama Onsen Ryokan Kadoya	3.5/10	67