More than 70 years of history and tradition,
carried on in the historic Suizenji district.
Exquisite hospitality for an indulgent stay.
10 minutes by car from central Kumamoto.
Since 1950s
Standing in the historic Suizenji district at the heart of Kumamoto City, Matsuya Honkan has offered unwavering hospitality for over 70 years, dedicated to every single guest.
A modern sensibility woven into the elegance of a traditional ryokan.
May every moment of your stay become a cherished memory.
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Suizenji, where the history and culture of the Higo-Hosokawa clan still live on.
We weave a special time together with each and every guest.
Standing unchanged near Suizenji Jojuen Garden, Matsuya Honkan has refined its Japanese-style spaces across generations. From the moment you step inside, hospitality found nowhere else begins.
The story of Matsuya Honkan
A full-scale sauna & spa in the annex just across the street — a rare feature among Kumamoto ryokan. With an authentic Finnish sauna, a natural cold plunge pool, and an open-air relaxation space, experience the ultimate "totonou" reset for mind and body. Open to both overnight guests and day visitors.
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Seasonal ingredients from Kumamoto's mountains and sea, prepared one dish at a time by our master chefs.
Aka-ushi beef, basashi (horse sashimi), fresh Amakusa seafood, and Aso vegetables — savor a story of the land with your eyes and your palate.
The scent of tatami, soft light filtering through shoji screens.
Every room offers the comfort unique to a ryokan, with a variety of rooms suited to your party size and occasion.
10-minute walk from Kokubu tram stop, 12-minute walk from JR Suizenji Station, 13-minute walk from the Kencho-mae bus stop.
Within walking distance of Suizenji Jojuen Garden and other landmarks — an ideal base for both sightseeing and business.
A variety of rooms to suit your party size and purpose. All 13 rooms balance Japanese elegance with modern comfort.
A ryokan's Japanese-Western room combining tatami comfort with hotel-grade functionality.
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A simple, relaxing twin-bed Japanese-Western room.
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A room unique to a ryokan — unwind on tatami with futon bedding.
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Functional yet relaxing — our only single room in the hotel.
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Vegetables from Aso, seafood from the Amakusa sea, and Kumamoto's celebrated Aka-ushi beef and basashi.
Our master chefs craft each kaiseki dish with care, working closely with seasonal ingredients.
Please savor the memory of a meal that can only be tasted here, made from the land and the season.
Families are always welcome. We also offer kids' menus and baby food, so please travel with peace of mind, little ones included.
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Celebrate life's milestones and important gatherings
at Matsuya Honkan, rich in tradition and formality.
From memorial services and reunions to corporate receptions. From 10 guests to banquets of over 100, we propose venues and cuisine tailored to your occasion.
Banquet plans
From traditional, formal Japanese weddings to intimate family-centered receptions. We help make your special day, and your family's, one to remember.
Wedding plansSister properties within the Matsuya Honkan group.
Choose the one that fits your budget and travel style.
A hotel with the feel of a ryokan, just across the street.
We offer more accessible plans for a simpler stay.
A restaurant on the 1st floor of Matsuya Bekkan.
Enjoy lunch or dinner featuring basashi and Kumamoto Aka-ushi beef, even without staying overnight.
Luxury Sauna & Spa.
A special space to reset mind and body with a Finnish-style sauna, cold plunge, and open-air relaxation.
Book directly on our official website for our best-rate guarantee — always a better deal than any other booking platform.
Reservations and inquiries are welcome by phone or through our online booking form.
