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Tenku no Mori is a Relais & Châteaux property set deep in the forest of Kirishima, overlooking Mount Kirishima and the volcanic mountains of Kagoshima. The property offers three private villas with onsen baths, farm-to-table dining, and a focus on reconnecting guests with nature. It appeals to travelers seeking a serene mountain retreat away from urban settings.
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Tenku no Mori sits deep in a four-season forest, with views of Mount Kirishima and Kagoshima's volcanic mountains. The property's owner spent over twenty years landscaping the woods and hills and excavating the hot springs that feed the villas' private onsen baths.
The setting emphasizes reconnection with nature, with the forest and mountain views forming the backdrop for the entire experience.
The property contains three private villas, each with its own onsen. Villa Akanesasu Oka spans 160 square meters and accommodates four guests. Villa Rinu no Mori is 74 square meters for four guests, while Villa Tenku covers 183 square meters, also for four guests.
Children are welcome from six months old, and half board is available. Accepted payment methods include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB.
The restaurant serves original cuisine rooted in the region, with farm-to-table preparations using seasonal vegetables from the property's own garden and chickens raised on-site. Meals are designed in harmony with nature and seasonal availability.
Each villa features a private onsen (hot spring bath). The property also offers spa services and open-air bathing facilities.
Nearby activities include two golf courses (a 9-hole and an 18-hole), as well as hiking, horse riding, and fishing. The property provides parking and valet service.
Tenku no Mori appeals to those seeking serenity and a retreat into nature. Couples and individuals looking to reconnect away from urban settings, nature enthusiasts, and guests interested in traditional onsen experiences are the primary audience.
Editorial verification: Tenku no Mori is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The property features three private villas: Villa Akanesasu Oka (160 sqm), Villa Rinu no Mori (74 sqm), and Villa Tenku (183 sqm).
The restaurant offers farm-to-table cuisine using seasonal vegetables from the property's own garden and chickens raised on-site, prepared in harmony with nature.
Each villa has a private onsen (hot spring bath). The property also offers spa services and open-air bathing facilities.
Guests can enjoy nearby golf courses (9-hole and 18-hole), hiking, horse riding, and fishing.
Yes, children are welcome from six months old, and a kids' menu is available.
Tenku no Mori is a Relais & Châteaux property, part of a prestigious collection of independent luxury hotels worldwide.
Tenku no Mori is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Tenku no Mori is in Kirishima, Japan. Address: Makizonocho-Shukukubota, Kirishima, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.
| Location | Kirishima, Japan |
|---|---|
| Address | Makizonocho-Shukukubota, Kirishima, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/tenku-no-mori/
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