Inn features
- Walk from a station
- Restaurants nearby
- Hot spring
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This article is a research guide based on official tourist information and current accommodation information as of 2026-08-11.This is not an actual accommodation coverage article. Please check with the inn before making a reservation, as contact times and fees may change.
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“Aratama Ryokan” in Beppu, Oita Prefecture is an inn where you can spend “cat time” interacting with rescued cats who live at a hot spring inn.
- What kind of accommodation is Aratama Ryokan?
- Interact with cats at “Nyanko Time”
- Accommodation that supports rescue cat activities
- Hot springs and dietary conditions
- This accommodation is suitable for people
- Things you should know before staying
- Official social media
- Basic information
- Location and Google Maps
- Related video
- Summary
- Share photos of this inn
What kind of accommodation is Aratama Ryokan?
Beppu Hatto Onsendo, which is operated by the Beppu Tourism Association, lists Aratama Ryokan as an inn with cats, and advises that an additional fee is required to interact with cats.
It is located in the Hamawaki area, which is said to be the birthplace of Beppu Onsen. Within walking distance from JR Higashibeppu Station, you can enjoy hot springs and time with resident cats at the same time.
Interact with cats at “Nyanko Time”
The basic way to interact with cats is through paid “Nyanko Time”.Accommodation listings may offer multiple time settings, so be sure to check the times and additional fees included in your booking plan.
This is not an inn where cats come to play freely in the guest room, but rather an inn where you can visit the area where cats live and interact with them. Even if you have a large number of cats, you should treat them calmly according to their physical condition and compatibility.
Accommodation that supports rescue cat activities
Aratama Ryokan is also known as a place where rescued cats live, and the official YouTube channel “Nyantama” broadcasts information about the cats. It has the aspect of being an inn that supports the lives of cats through contact fees and communication.
A video released in recent years shows a traveler being surrounded by more than a dozen cats and interacting with each other in a special area where many rescue cats live. We do not list a fixed number of cats because the total number of cats varies and not all cats participate in interactions.
Hot springs and dietary conditions
Another major feature of the inn is the hot springs that flow straight from the source in the Hamawaki Onsen area. Current tourist information suggests that overnight stays are standard, and the style is to use nearby shopping streets and restaurants. Please check the latest conditions at the time of reservation for hot spring usage hours and whether meals will be provided.
This accommodation is suitable for people
- People who want to reserve dedicated time and get close to the inn’s rescue cats
- People who understand the activities that support cats’ lives.
- People who want to freely choose their meals in the surrounding area and enjoy Hamawaki Onsen
Things you should know before staying
- Cat interaction may be charged separately from the regular accommodation fee.
- Please check Nyanko Time times and final reception before booking.
- This is not an inn where cats come to the guest room.
- The cats you can meet and the way you interact with them will change depending on the cat’s physical condition.
- If you have cat allergies or are concerned about hygiene, please consult us in advance.
Basic information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Facility name | Beppu Onsen Aratama Ryokan |
| Location | 2-1-13 Beppu Hamawaki, Oita 874-0947 (local address: 〒874-0947 大分県別府市浜脇2-1-13) |
| Distance with cats | You can interact with rescued cats during paid cat time |
| Hot Springs | Hamawaki Onsen |
| Access | Within walking distance from Higashibeppu Station on the JR Nippo Main Line |
| Meals | Current guidance is mainly for overnight stays. Use nearby restaurants |
| official information | Beppu Hatto Onsen Road/Aratama Ryokan |
Location and Google Maps
Beppu Onsen Aratama Ryokan
〒874-0947 大分県別府市浜脇2-1-13
Related video
[80 cats / 10,000 yen per person] An inn where you can relax with cats and natural hot springs / Beppu / 100 years since establishment / Aratama Ryokan
Channel: Travel Palette🇯🇵 / 旅の彩り
Summary
Aratama Ryokan is an inn where you can incorporate some time with rescued cats into your hot spring trip in Beppu.
It is not a guest room visit type, but it is attractive for people who want to set aside time to meet cats. When making a reservation, be sure to check the accommodation plan and the latest conditions for Nyanko Time.
