Spa&Resort Kujukuri Taiyou-no-sato
6,1/10 Good - Based on 12 reviews
Spa & Resort Kujukuri Taiyou-no-sato sits on the Kujukuri coast of Chiba and combines a full-scale public spa complex with a range of guest rooms and event facilities, presenting itself as a ryokan with onsen in Kujukuri, Chiba. The property markets a large indoor bathing complex and several open-air baths that capture the coastal breeze, alongside dedicated therapy areas such as ganbanyoku (stone-bed) rooms and salt and far-infrared saunas. Accommodation ranges from standard Japanese- and Western-style rooms to detached villas and suites that feature terrace baths; some room types offer private outdoor baths for exclusive use during your stay.
Facilities extend beyond bathing: guests can book a variety of spa treatments—reflexology, body care, Thai-style therapy and scrub services—use relaxation lounges and private booths, and visit a seasonal rooftop pool with Pacific views. Dining is onsite with multiple restaurants serving local seafood, Japanese set menus and lighter international options, and the resort stages regular events and classes such as hot-yoga sessions linked to its ganbanyoku program. Practical amenities noted across booking and property information include multi-storey parking, 24-hour reception and an activities program that makes the site suitable for short wellness breaks or longer stays exploring the coast.
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Review summary for: Spa&Resort Kujukuri Taiyo…
Positive Reviews
Good onsen and ganbanyoku
Guests repeatedly praised the hot spring baths and the ganbanyoku (stone sauna), describing the bathing facilities as a highlight of their stay.
Clean rooms despite age
Multiple reviewers noted that guest rooms felt clean and well maintained even though the property overall appeared somewhat dated.
Relaxing rooms and pleasant location
Some guests enjoyed rooms with indoor baths and mentioned a nice location near the sea, making the stay feel calm and suitable for relaxation.
Variety of baths and acceptable breakfast
Visitors liked the number and variety of baths available, and several said the morning buffet was acceptable or normal.
Appealing for bath‑focused or summer visits
Because of the good bathing facilities and proximity to the sea, some guests felt the property would be particularly enjoyable in summer.
Negative Reviews
Poor staff/service and slow check‑in/out
Many reviews described insufficiently trained or inattentive staff, slow check‑in and check‑out procedures, lack of support during busy times, and occasional errors in explaining reservations.
Dining quality and restaurant problems
Several guests complained about the on‑site restaurant and dinner quality, including bland or spoiled food and an unpleasant dining atmosphere in the meal area.
Annex access and room readiness issues
The annex is detached from the main building and requires walking along a road; guests reported exposure to weather when moving between buildings, no staff presence at the annex, and rooms not being prepared (for example, air conditioning not set on arrival).
Aged facilities, cleanliness and missing amenities
Reviewers mentioned overall aging facilities and atmosphere, occasional cleanliness problems (such as trash left behind), and missing or insufficient in‑room items like tissues, bottled water in the fridge, or enough toothbrush cups for all guests.
Privacy and safety lapses
Some guests reported operational lapses affecting privacy and safety, such as an unlocked service door to an outdoor bath and cleaning staff entering rooms before checkout.
Frequently Asked Questions
Room types range from single and twin rooms to Japanese-style rooms that can sleep up to six guests; some room types have minimum occupancy requirements, so check the room description when booking.
The resort offers a large public bath, a rooftop open-air bath (TENKUU-NO-YU), multiple specialty baths including rock and cypress baths, saunas, a sand bath and family/private bathing options.
Yes — family/private baths are bookable (available daytime) and several room types include a private open-air bath; confirm availability and reserve in advance.
There is a complimentary shuttle from the JR Sotobo Line area (Mobara station area) that requires reservation and has a last pickup in the evening; airport transfers are not standard, so contact the property to arrange transport.
The property is roughly 40–50 km from Narita International Airport and approximately 6–7 km from the nearest JR station (local station distance varies by route).
Staff are primarily Japanese; the property provides some English information but English-speaking staff may be limited, so it’s best to contact the property in advance for special requests or use translation tools.
The resort has multiple on-site restaurants and a Japanese-style dining hall serving local seafood and regional dishes, and guests are typically provided yukata for a traditional ryokan experience.
Pets are not permitted at the property; banquet halls and private dining or event spaces are available by arrangement—contact the hotel to discuss capacity and booking.
Standard check-in begins at 15:00 (with an evening check-in window) and check-out is by 10:00; main guest facilities are generally available from late morning, and the public baths have extended operating hours.
The resort has an on-site snack corner, vending machines and a gift shop, and guests can reach convenience stores and small supermarkets within a short drive; reception can point you to the nearest options.