Ryugu Hotel

The ocean-view hot springs are truly a unique experience. Lying in the cypress-clad hot spring, I could feel the breath of the ocean, the cries of seagulls mingling with the sound of the tide, filling my ears with a three-dimensional soundscape. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the guest rooms made it possible to drift off to sleep. Late at night, when moonlight bathed the ocean, the view from the room was a breathtaking spectacle, the moonlight pouring down like water, the endless sea, the shimmering sponge reflecting the twinkling light of the lighthouse. The cuisine was all directly sourced from the hotel, the shrimp sashimi was as sweet and glutinous as agar-agar, and the grilled abalone was delicious. The staff were warm and attentive, their faces brimming with smiles, always ready to respond to any requests. I finally understood why the 'one-time encounter' service aesthetic is so ingrained in our DNA. I believe if you experience this once, you'll fall in love with the entire Ryugu Hotel and the sea at Ebisu Beach.

Although it is a little old, it has been well cleaned and maintained, and we were able to stay very comfortably. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean from the rooms and the open-air bath on the top floor. The staff were friendly and the food was delicious, making this a hotel that I would like to visit again.