Many thanks for the review, Nagasaki Joe! We're slated to stay at their sister resort, Amane Resort Gahama next February. We're going to bring along Mrs. KI-NRT's mother as well as her two nieces and their families, as a treat to them as part of our anniversary celebration. I don't know that Beppu has a ryokan or resort that's on the same level as the top properties in Yufuin or Kurokawa Onsen, but I'm hoping that Amane will fit the bill for a multi generation get-together (with children in tow.) Will report back after our stay.