In the heart of Saga Prefecture, on the island of Kyushu, where tradition and tranquillity converge, a new haven of luxury has opened, inviting Japanese culture enthusiasts and seekers of unique experiences.
Introducing Ureshino Yadoya, a newly opened green tea themed hotel that seamlessly blends the rich heritage of Ureshino tea with natural hot springs and sumptuous dining. Now that sounds like our kind of cuppa!
The good news is the five star Ureshino Yadoya ryokan offers an all-inclusive package: from delectable meals and beverages (is green tea-flavoured beer a thing?), with activity fees included, guests can revel in an extraordinary time without brewing up additional costs.
The luxury ryokan offers an all-inclusive package: from delectable meals and beverages, with activity fees included…
Each room boasts a 100 per cent natural hot spring, be it indoor or semi-open, allowing everyone to bask in therapeutic waters. Some rooms also offer private saunas, while others cater to pet owners, providing a truly inclusive experience.
Ureshino Yadoya takes particular pride in offering a tea ceremony led by exclusive tea masters, Shuichi Kitano and Hiroshi Tanaka, both revered Ureshino tea farmers. For those seeking a deeper connection with Ureshino tea, there’s a tea aroma sauna, and a dedicated tea bar.
Ureshino Yadoya also invites travellers to indulge in the gastronomic wonders of Western Kyushu. The menu supports local producers, reflecting the region’s rich culinary heritage.
Ureshino Yadoya clearly aims to be more than just another luxury retreat.
Click here to book your stay, and indulge in an extraordinary blend of tradition and modern luxury. All images courtesy of Ureshino Yadoya.
Two new exclusive bottlings have been released by The Whisky Exchange, offering dram-fans a chance to explore contrasting whisky styles from Ireland and Japan – one is a 20-year-old Redbreast, matured in Oloroso sherry casks, the other a single-cask Mars Komagatake, the latest entries in its Sumo Series. The Redbreast offers mature pot still character,…
High-end Technics turntable performance for less than you might expect. That’s the promise behind the SL-1500CS, a new direct-drive Hi-Fi turntable from the legendary Japanese brand, arriving March 2026. For decades, Technics has been synonymous with direct-drive turntables, from broadcast studios to DJ booths and audiophile listening rooms. Models such as the SL-1200 series helped…
January is famously rather rude to our bank accounts. The decorations come down, the credit card statement arrives, and suddenly even a latte starts to feel like a luxury purchase. But one London restaurant is doing the Lord’s work this winter… by taking its prices straight back to 2015. For the entire month of January,…
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In the heart of Saga Prefecture, on the island of Kyushu, where tradition and tranquillity converge, a new haven of luxury has opened, inviting Japanese culture enthusiasts and seekers of unique experiences.
Introducing Ureshino Yadoya, a newly opened green tea themed hotel that seamlessly blends the rich heritage of Ureshino tea with natural hot springs and sumptuous dining. Now that sounds like our kind of cuppa!
The good news is the five star Ureshino Yadoya ryokan offers an all-inclusive package: from delectable meals and beverages (is green tea-flavoured beer a thing?), with activity fees included, guests can revel in an extraordinary time without brewing up additional costs.
Each room boasts a 100 per cent natural hot spring, be it indoor or semi-open, allowing everyone to bask in therapeutic waters. Some rooms also offer private saunas, while others cater to pet owners, providing a truly inclusive experience.
Ureshino Yadoya takes particular pride in offering a tea ceremony led by exclusive tea masters, Shuichi Kitano and Hiroshi Tanaka, both revered Ureshino tea farmers. For those seeking a deeper connection with Ureshino tea, there’s a tea aroma sauna, and a dedicated tea bar.
Ureshino Yadoya also invites travellers to indulge in the gastronomic wonders of Western Kyushu. The menu supports local producers, reflecting the region’s rich culinary heritage.
Ureshino Yadoya clearly aims to be more than just another luxury retreat.
Click here to book your stay, and indulge in an extraordinary blend of tradition and modern luxury. All images courtesy of Ureshino Yadoya.
The Whisky Exchange debuts 20 Year Old Redbreast Irish Whiskey and Mars Komagatake Japanese single cask exclusives
Two new exclusive bottlings have been released by The Whisky Exchange, offering dram-fans a chance to explore contrasting whisky styles from Ireland and Japan – one is a 20-year-old Redbreast, matured in Oloroso sherry casks, the other a single-cask Mars Komagatake, the latest entries in its Sumo Series. The Redbreast offers mature pot still character,…
Technics SL-1500CS hands-on: New direct drive turntable promises audiophile performance for less
High-end Technics turntable performance for less than you might expect. That’s the promise behind the SL-1500CS, a new direct-drive Hi-Fi turntable from the legendary Japanese brand, arriving March 2026. For decades, Technics has been synonymous with direct-drive turntables, from broadcast studios to DJ booths and audiophile listening rooms. Models such as the SL-1200 series helped…
This iconic London restaurant is rolling prices back to 2015 – and it’s serving some of the best fish & chips in the city
January is famously rather rude to our bank accounts. The decorations come down, the credit card statement arrives, and suddenly even a latte starts to feel like a luxury purchase. But one London restaurant is doing the Lord’s work this winter… by taking its prices straight back to 2015. For the entire month of January,…
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