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El Patio Ranch

Kumamoto Prefecture／Aso
¥25,600～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥20,480〜
(USD 128.36)

Enjoy horseback riding on a vast 300,000-tsubo grassland while admiring the magnificent scenery of Aso.

Located in a corner of the outer rim mountains spanning 120km around Mount Aso, El Patio. Enjoy horseback riding experiences on a vast 30-hectare grassland while admiring the majestic scenery of Aso. Riding Plans are divided by level, so you can feel at ease. On clear days, you can enjoy views of the Aso Five Peaks, Kuju Mountain Range, and Sobo-Katamuki Mountain Range. Experience the great outdoors, unlike anything in daily life, on a 360-degree panoramic stage.

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Facilities and Services

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Large public bath / Sauna
IN14:00～18:00
OUT10:00
Number of rooms8 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted

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Standard Twin Room
  • Twin
  • 24.2㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people

[No Meals Included] Enjoy Aso’s Great Outdoors at Your Leisure — No Meals Included Plan

IN 14:00～19:00
OUT 10:00
¥25,600～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥20,480〜
(USD 128.36)

[Advance Card Payment Only] [Breakfast Included] 1 Night with Breakfast Plan! American Style Breakfast

IN 14:00～19:00
OUT 10:00
¥27,400～
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥21,920〜
(USD 137.39)
【The Old West】39m²! Spacious Twin Room
  • Twin
  • 39.74㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

[No Meals Included] Enjoy Aso’s Great Outdoors at Your Leisure — No Meals Included Plan

IN 14:00～19:00
OUT 10:00
¥35,600～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥28,480〜
(USD 178.51)

[Advance Card Payment Only] [Breakfast Included] 1 Night with Breakfast Plan! American Style Breakfast

IN 14:00～19:00
OUT 10:00
¥37,400～
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥29,920〜
(USD 187.53)
【New Building The Great Plains】Twin Room
  • Twin
  • 40.81㎡
  • Capacity 1~3 people

[No Meals Included] Enjoy Aso’s Great Outdoors at Your Leisure — No Meals Included Plan

IN 14:00～19:00
OUT 10:00
¥45,600～
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥36,480〜
(USD 228.65)

[Advance Card Payment Only] [Breakfast Included] 1 Night with Breakfast Plan! American Style Breakfast

IN 14:00～19:00
OUT 10:00
¥47,400～
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥37,920〜
(USD 237.68)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

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Frontier Horse Group El Patio Ranch is a horseback riding ranch located in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture, where you can enjoy nature and experience tranquility with horses. Experience the thrill of horseback riding, uniting with horses amidst abundant nature. The scenery you once dreamed of is here. We will introduce the rich natural landscapes of Aso, changing with the seasons, through videos.

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Enjoy an exhilarating horseback riding experience in a spacious location, along with delicious water and air, and dishes made with trusted local ingredients. El Patio warmly welcomes you.

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Beyond the majestic mountain range, the sun slowly sets. Silhouettes of horses grazing on the grass create a serene atmosphere, enveloping the vast grasslands in complete tranquility. It evokes a feeling that can even revive forgotten memories of adults—nostalgic, warm, exciting, yet calming. For children, it will likely become an unforgettable memory etched in their hearts for decades to come. El Patio is located on a section of the outer rim of Mount Aso, which spans 120 kilometers. Here, you’ll find an expansive grassland that feels closer to the sky, offering breathtaking views of the Aso Five Peaks, the Kuju Mountain Range, and the Sobo-Katamuki Mountain Range in the distance.

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Room

The rooms at our ranch are equipped with beds, Western-style flush toilets, washbasins, toiletries, showers, refrigerators, and heating to ensure your comfort.

Meal

Meal

The top recommendation is the Aka beef BBQ grilled on Aso's lava. Ingredients are carefully selected, focusing on local products such as those from Kumamoto.

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Notice from the Accommodation

  • Sauna (in the large public bath): From May 2026 onward

    <BATH HOUSE> From Private Baths to a Large Public Bath with Separate Men’s and Women’s Saunas

    “BATH HOUSE,” where you can unwind while gazing out over the great plains, was renovated in May 2026 into separate large public baths for men and women.


    Along with the renovation, a long-awaited sauna has opened inside the bath area.
    Enjoy an unmatched sense of openness surrounded by Aso’s magnificent nature!

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    Large Public Bath with Sauna (Separate for Men and Women) “BATH HOUSE” (Mami-no-Yu)

    *For staying guests*
    ■ Hours: 4:10 PM–10:00 PM
    ■ Fee: Adults ¥1,000 / Elementary school age and under ¥500
    (Payment is required on-site at check-in.)
    ■ Separate for men and women ■ Restrooms available

    ＼＼[New Building “The Great Plains”] Exclusive Guest Benefit／／
    Guests staying in “The Great Plains” can use the large public bath with sauna free of charge.

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    We have also introduced the popular ReFa Fine Bubble showerheads, well known for pore care.

    Please enjoy El Patio’s newly renovated bath experience—refreshed so that even more guests can relax and feel fully recharged.

  • Regarding Reservations for Guests Traveling with Pets

    Pets are not allowed, as our pet stay service has been discontinued. Thank you for your understanding.

Basic Information

Card information
VISA / MASTER
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastThere is no information about breakfast.
Your child
You can stay.
For safety management reasons, children under 120cm in height cannot participate in outdoor riding courses. (※ This does not apply to lead-rein riding.)
Room service
Not available
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Face towel
  • ○ Bath towel
  • × Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • × Comb · Brush
  • × Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • × Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • × Yukata
  • ○ Pajamas
  • × Bathrobe
  • × Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • ○ Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • ○ Television
  • × Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • × Satellite broadcasting
Facilities and Features
  • × Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • × Open-air bath
  • × Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • ○ Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • × Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • × Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • × Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • × Fitness
  • × Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
None
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
16:10~22:00
Hot spring
None
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
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Remarks
From May 2026, the “BATH HOUSE” will be renovated into a large public bath with separate men’s and women’s sauna facilities. *Until April 2026, it will be available as a private bath on a first-come, first-served basis.*
SaunaAvailable
Hot stone spaNone
About Hygiene Measures
Our Measures Against COVID-19 - Please use hand sanitizer upon arrival. - Please wash your hands and gargle regularly. - Regular disinfection and cleaning of the facility (including dining areas). - Regular disinfection and cleaning of shared areas within the facility. - Disinfection and cleaning of guest rooms. - Disinfection and cleaning of guest room slippers. - Regular ventilation of the facility (including dining areas). - Regular ventilation of shared areas within the facility. - Ventilation of guest rooms before and after use. - Regular handwashing, gargling, and wearing of masks. - Regular temperature checks. - Maintaining an appropriate distance when interacting with guests. Please note that our guidelines may be subject to change based on instructions from government authorities. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

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Access Information

Address
Kumamoto PrefectureAso-shi Ichinomiya-machi Mino 2305-1
TEL：+81-50-1792-1528

JR: Get off at "Miyaji Station" on the JR Hohi Main Line from both Kumamoto and Oita/Beppu directions. Approximately 15 minutes by taxi.
Airplane: From Kumamoto Airport, take the express bus bound for Oita and get off at Miyaji Station. Approximately 15 minutes by taxi.
By car:
From "Kyushu Expressway, Kumamoto IC": Take Route 57 towards Oita. Turn left at the Miyaji Station intersection onto Route 11 and continue straight. About 2km from Shiroyama Observatory.
From "Oita Expressway, Hita IC": Take Route 212 towards Beppu/Oita, then head towards Oguni/Aso. From Daikanbo, it's 7km to the end of the "Yamanami Highway," then turn right and drive 2km.
From "Oita/Beppu/Yufuin area": Take Route 210 from "Mizunoe Pass" towards Kumamoto.

Parking Information
Fee
Free for guests
Parking time
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Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
30 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable

Pickup and drop-off information
Unavailable

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