Amami Massage
The second picture above shows the red-themed Akakuchiba room, invoking images of the russet, reddish-brown leaves of late autumn trees. As you can see, maples feature prominently in the room design. The project, which first 奄美市 マッサージ started 30 years ago, is just one way in which Kurokawa has made itself known across Japan. Now, many consider it one of the country’s premier hot spring destinations, where many exciting events are held every year.
Ryukyu indigo was put into water and fermented, and cotton, basho, silk, etc. were dyed to make twill weaves and morning clothes. Ryukyu indigo dyeing has a history of using Ryukyu indigo dyeing for mud dyeing and other dyeing of Amami Oshima Tsumugi, a traditional craft that has been passed down since 1300 years ago. Currently, he presides over the brand “Hitsuki Hoshikusa” that shares the blessings of plants.
A void connects the library to the MAGUN Plaza below so that hotel guests can feel the presence and activity of the locals and the seniors living in the eldercare facility. “Denpaku + Magun” is a facility that consists of a hotel, eldercare facility, eatery and food mart, repurposed from a former supermarket. It is a ten minute drive from Amami airport, in the northern part of Amami Oshima, a subtropical island which belongs to Kagoshima Prefecture. The supermarket used to be a place where the locals gathered and socialized. This renovated facility aims to recreate a hub for everyone in the community, including the socially vulnerable and tourists. Widely distributed in Southeast Asia, Thailand, India, Taiwan, etc.
Photogenic landscapes that can only be found on this island can be found here and there. We have also started trial production of various indigo dyeing works. The hotel consists of 7 guest cottages spread all around the foot of the Kirishima mountains. Each is different and features an open-air bath fed from the hotel’s private source. It’s the perfect place to relax in comfortable, private surroundings while enjoying the soothing sounds of nature. The first picture above shows the view from the OCEAN VILLA, where guests can enjoy the kind of peace, quiet, and splendorous nature that only Amami Oshima can offer.
In addition to herbal bath salts using o), we are also working on “brown rice herb cairo” and “eye pillow” wrapped in indigo cloth, and we are more and more attracted to the possibilities and charms of indigo. Let me introduce you to the historical Amami indigo dyeing culture, its charm, and future initiatives while looking back on the history of the past. This is a collection of flowers whose Japanese names begin with the letter "sa". Even if the name doesn't start with "sa", it includes the flowers whose alias starts with "sa".
If the weather conditions are right, you can enjoy the hotel baths at sunrise, with stars above your head and mist enveloping the land, creating a magical atmosphere. For those wanting to experience the best of Yufuin’s nature and hot springs, this is the hotel to do it. As for future efforts, various ideas based on indigo dyeing are expanding. For example, we are developing a program like a kit that makes it easy to dye at home by publishing a video of how to dye online. Also, it would be nice to have a box set where you can enjoy Amami’s vegetation and a membership-based community, packed with products using island herbs along with Aizen. We hope that you will learn about Amami’s culture, herbs, and Ryukyu indigo through the fun of dyeing.
These are just examples of some of the many activities available on Amami Oshima. Above is the open-air Yamabuki bath, named for the Yamabuki deciduous shrub rose of the genus kerria. The bath is filled with sacred spring water from the Takachiho Gorge’s Tamadare Falls, allowing guests to cleanse their spirits along with their bodies.
Kurokawa Onsen Gosyo Gekkoujyu is a vast 13,000 m² forest complex housing only eight guest cottages, each of which offers beautiful views of the night sky above this little hot spring town. The hotel was built with the goal of allowing guests to gaze upon the moon in the middle of the forest, losing track of time to fully experience the splendor of nature. The second kanji in the name “Ikkoten” (一壷天) means “pot” or “vase” and refers to a passage from the Book of the Later Han about finding pleasures from another world inside such a container.
Right now, the survival of Amami’s Aizen is in a critical situation. The reality that the culture of indigo dyeing, which we have steadily built up sincerely, is once again cut off, made us feel uncomfortable. Mr. Yoshikawa cultivates Ryukyu indigo in his own field, collects it to make traditional natural dyes, and has been involved in indigo dyeing here for about 40 years. At one point, we visited “Yoshikawa Kobo” in Katoku, Setouchi Town. At the age of 48, his husband, Yoshihiro Yoshikawa, went into the mountains and searched for Ryukyu indigo for many years. A passionate craftsman who worked on the revival of Amami’s Aizen.
If it’s privacy you’re after, we recommend the villa-type room. In this way, we are struggling every day to convey the charm of Amami, such as history, culture, and nature, to as many people as possible through indigo dyeing. We would be grateful if you could support and watch over the Amami Aizen Study Group. The more you know, the more interesting Ai is, and the more interesting it is to explore.
Each bath is fed directly from a bicarbonate hot spring, which is said to have a beautifying effect on the skin. It reportedly can also relieve fatigue, ease joint aches, help with sensitivity to cold, and more. In front of the villa, you’ll find a beautiful private beach and crystal-clear water, allowing you to enjoy the nature of Amami Oshima in style and comfort. All of the rooms are Japanese-style and include a kotatsu (a low-set table covered by a futon with a heater underneath) to be used during the colder months. The windows offer spectacular natural views that change with each season.
Ryukyu indigo was put into water and fermented, and cotton, basho, silk, etc. were dyed to make twill weaves and morning clothes. Ryukyu indigo dyeing has a history of using Ryukyu indigo dyeing for mud dyeing and other dyeing of Amami Oshima Tsumugi, a traditional craft that has been passed down since 1300 years ago. Currently, he presides over the brand “Hitsuki Hoshikusa” that shares the blessings of plants.
A void connects the library to the MAGUN Plaza below so that hotel guests can feel the presence and activity of the locals and the seniors living in the eldercare facility. “Denpaku + Magun” is a facility that consists of a hotel, eldercare facility, eatery and food mart, repurposed from a former supermarket. It is a ten minute drive from Amami airport, in the northern part of Amami Oshima, a subtropical island which belongs to Kagoshima Prefecture. The supermarket used to be a place where the locals gathered and socialized. This renovated facility aims to recreate a hub for everyone in the community, including the socially vulnerable and tourists. Widely distributed in Southeast Asia, Thailand, India, Taiwan, etc.
Photogenic landscapes that can only be found on this island can be found here and there. We have also started trial production of various indigo dyeing works. The hotel consists of 7 guest cottages spread all around the foot of the Kirishima mountains. Each is different and features an open-air bath fed from the hotel’s private source. It’s the perfect place to relax in comfortable, private surroundings while enjoying the soothing sounds of nature. The first picture above shows the view from the OCEAN VILLA, where guests can enjoy the kind of peace, quiet, and splendorous nature that only Amami Oshima can offer.
In addition to herbal bath salts using o), we are also working on “brown rice herb cairo” and “eye pillow” wrapped in indigo cloth, and we are more and more attracted to the possibilities and charms of indigo. Let me introduce you to the historical Amami indigo dyeing culture, its charm, and future initiatives while looking back on the history of the past. This is a collection of flowers whose Japanese names begin with the letter "sa". Even if the name doesn't start with "sa", it includes the flowers whose alias starts with "sa".
If the weather conditions are right, you can enjoy the hotel baths at sunrise, with stars above your head and mist enveloping the land, creating a magical atmosphere. For those wanting to experience the best of Yufuin’s nature and hot springs, this is the hotel to do it. As for future efforts, various ideas based on indigo dyeing are expanding. For example, we are developing a program like a kit that makes it easy to dye at home by publishing a video of how to dye online. Also, it would be nice to have a box set where you can enjoy Amami’s vegetation and a membership-based community, packed with products using island herbs along with Aizen. We hope that you will learn about Amami’s culture, herbs, and Ryukyu indigo through the fun of dyeing.
These are just examples of some of the many activities available on Amami Oshima. Above is the open-air Yamabuki bath, named for the Yamabuki deciduous shrub rose of the genus kerria. The bath is filled with sacred spring water from the Takachiho Gorge’s Tamadare Falls, allowing guests to cleanse their spirits along with their bodies.
Kurokawa Onsen Gosyo Gekkoujyu is a vast 13,000 m² forest complex housing only eight guest cottages, each of which offers beautiful views of the night sky above this little hot spring town. The hotel was built with the goal of allowing guests to gaze upon the moon in the middle of the forest, losing track of time to fully experience the splendor of nature. The second kanji in the name “Ikkoten” (一壷天) means “pot” or “vase” and refers to a passage from the Book of the Later Han about finding pleasures from another world inside such a container.
Right now, the survival of Amami’s Aizen is in a critical situation. The reality that the culture of indigo dyeing, which we have steadily built up sincerely, is once again cut off, made us feel uncomfortable. Mr. Yoshikawa cultivates Ryukyu indigo in his own field, collects it to make traditional natural dyes, and has been involved in indigo dyeing here for about 40 years. At one point, we visited “Yoshikawa Kobo” in Katoku, Setouchi Town. At the age of 48, his husband, Yoshihiro Yoshikawa, went into the mountains and searched for Ryukyu indigo for many years. A passionate craftsman who worked on the revival of Amami’s Aizen.
If it’s privacy you’re after, we recommend the villa-type room. In this way, we are struggling every day to convey the charm of Amami, such as history, culture, and nature, to as many people as possible through indigo dyeing. We would be grateful if you could support and watch over the Amami Aizen Study Group. The more you know, the more interesting Ai is, and the more interesting it is to explore.
Each bath is fed directly from a bicarbonate hot spring, which is said to have a beautifying effect on the skin. It reportedly can also relieve fatigue, ease joint aches, help with sensitivity to cold, and more. In front of the villa, you’ll find a beautiful private beach and crystal-clear water, allowing you to enjoy the nature of Amami Oshima in style and comfort. All of the rooms are Japanese-style and include a kotatsu (a low-set table covered by a futon with a heater underneath) to be used during the colder months. The windows offer spectacular natural views that change with each season.
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