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12 serene forest rooms, seasonal kaiseki cuisine, hot spring baths, and stargazing to enjoy Aso with all five senses.
A Property nestled in a tranquil forest, featuring 12 guest rooms spread across a 1,500-tsubo site, offering a stay immersed in harmony with nature. Guests can enjoy the seasonal landscapes, listen to the chirping of birds, and experience the natural beauty of Aso with all five senses. We provide services to fully enjoy Aso, including seasonal kaiseki cuisine, 24-hour access to flowing Onsen, local sake tastings, and stargazing events. The guest rooms are designed for 2 to 4 people, featuring Japanese-style rooms with a simple kitchen, as well as private open-air Onsen baths and indoor baths with natural hot spring water. Additionally, underfloor heating ensures a comfortable stay even during winter.
This time, three of us stayed here with friends.First, when we arrived at the Accommodation, the view from the parking lot to the front desk was full of charm—absolutely wonderful—and instantly lifted our spirits.The staff were courteous and pleasant, and our Room was kept very clean.There are several Onsen baths available 24 hours a day, so we could soak and relax whenever we liked. I usually only go in once or twice, but I ended up going four times (laughs).Both dinner and breakfast were excellent—we were completely satisfied!We were able to spend a relaxing one night/two days and truly recharge. Thank you very much.
Yahoo!トラベルユー... 6/15/2026I often used to visit the Oda Onsen area on day trips, but I’d always wanted to stay overnight, and I finally made it happen with two friends. It was quieter than Kurokawa Onsen, and we were able to relax at a leisurely pace. The meals were delicious—the meat was tender, and the homegrown rice was especially good; I even had seconds at breakfast. The Onsen in our Room with an open-air bath left my skin feeling moisturized and smooth. We also enjoyed the private family bath. Next time, I hope to visit with my daughter’s family.
Yahoo!トラベルユー... 6/4/2026
Facilities and Services
See All- Hot spring
- Room with Open-Air Bath
| IN | 15:00～18:00 |
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| OUT | 10:00 |
| Number of rooms | 12 rooms |
| Pet | Not allowed |
| Your child | Permitted |
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- Japanese-style Room
- Capacity 2~4 people
- Japanese-style Room
- Capacity 2~4 people
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Introduction of the Accommodation
Founded in 1994 with just 8 rooms, we aimed to create a space where guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. We strive to provide an environment where you can immerse yourself in the tranquility, listen to birdsong, and experience the beauty of all four seasons with your senses. Our greatest joy is when guests look forward to returning to savor the seasonal scenery and flavors once again.
Not only open-air baths and cuisine, but we also provide seasonal wildflowers and relaxation spaces within the facility to let you fully experience the seasons.
After dinner, we provide local sake at the hearth area. This space is open for travel companions to casually converse. Enjoy a warm moment with Minamioguni's local sake while feeling the gentle night breeze. 【Facility Usage Time】Until 22:00.
Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation
- The room
- Hot Springs & Baths
- Meal
Basic Information
| Taxes | We collect a Hot Spring Tax of 150 yen per adult. |
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| Card information | VISA / MASTER |
| Pets | Not allowed |
| Breakfast | There is no information about breakfast. |
| Your child | You can stay. Children of elementary school age and older will incur a child rate (one night, two meals). |
| Room service | Not available Until 10 PM. |
| Common amenities |
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| Facilities and Features |
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| Esthetic Massage | None ■ In-Room Spa Services
60 minutes, 90 minutes (additional charge)
■ In-Room Massage
40 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes (additional charge) |
| Fitness gym | None |
| Public Bath |
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| Open-air bath |
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| Private bath |
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| Room with Open-Air Bath |
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| Room with Onsen Indoor Bath |
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| Spring quality and benefits | Sodium bicarbonate, chloride, and sulfate Onsen Neuralgia, chronic digestive diseases, chronic skin diseases, burns, joint pain, etc. ※Regarding the notation of "Gensen Kakenagashi" |
| Sauna | None |
| Hot stone spa | None |
| Others | ■Credit Card Only VISA or Master cards are accepted. |
Reviews
- Rooms & Amenities4.64
- Facility4.64
- Hospitality & Service4.79
- Meals4.79
- Onsen & Bath4.74
- Satisfaction4.77
*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*
*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*
Access Information
Kumamoto PrefectureAso-gun, Minamioguni-machi, Manganji 5960
TEL：+81-967-44-0188
Kurokawa Onsen is 7 minutes by car, Nabegataki Waterfall 25 minutes, Ikemizu Spring 20 minutes, Daikanbo 25 minutes, and Mount Aso 50 minutes.
Yufuin is 60 minutes, Beppu 70 minutes, Kumamoto Airport 75 minutes, and Fukuoka Airport about 2 hours.
【By Bus】
Please come to the nearest
We provide free Shuttle Service between Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop and our Property.
If you wish to use the free Shuttle Service, please inform us by the day before. Pick-up is available after 3:00 PM.
Some buses may require a Reservation, so please Confirm the Reservation in advance.
■ From Fukuoka
Nishitetsu Bus: Direct bus to Kurokawa Onsen
■ From Kumamoto
Kyushu Odan Bus
■ From Oita
Kyushu Odan Bus
【By Car】
■ From Fukuoka
About 1 hour and 20 minutes from Hita IC on the Oita Expressway towards Aso (Route 442)
■ From Kumamoto
About 1 hour and 30 minutes from Kumamoto IC on the Kyushu Expressway towards Aso (Route 57), then change to Route 212 and Route 442
■ From Oita
About 1 hour from Yufuin IC on the Oita Expressway via the Yamanami Highway
- Parking Information
- Fee
- Free for guests
- Parking time
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- Parking space
- No restrictions
- Number of parking spaces
- 12 cars available outdoor
- Valet service
- Unavailable
- Pickup and drop-off information
- Available (Free)For those using public transportation, we offer a free Shuttle Service to "Kurokawa Onsen."
Frequently Asked Questions
Please provide information about Open-air bath.
・Business Hours: 15:00～10:00 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: Available ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: 100% natural hot spring (Add water)
What are the qualities and benefits of the hot spring water?
The spring quality and efficacy of the hot spring are as follows. ・Spring quality: Sodium bicarbonate, chloride, and sulfate Onsen ・Spring efficacy: Neuralgia, chronic digestive diseases, chronic skin diseases, burns, joint pain, etc.
What kind of facilities and features are available?
There are the following facilities and features. Hot spring・Rooms with open-air baths available・Open-air bath・Free-flowing hot spring・Large public bath・Private bath・Free shuttle service
I would like to know the access information.
Kurokawa Onsen is 7 minutes by car, Nabegataki Waterfall 25 minutes, Ikemizu Spring 20 minutes, Daikanbo 25 minutes, and Mount Aso 50 minutes. Yufuin is 60 minutes, Beppu 70 minutes, Kumamoto Airport 75 minutes, and Fukuoka Airport about 2 hours. 【By Bus】 Please come to the nearest
. We provide free Shuttle Service between Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop and our Property. If you wish to use the free Shuttle Service, please inform us by the day before. Pick-up is available after 3:00 PM. Some buses may require a Reservation, so please Confirm the Reservation in advance. ■ From Fukuoka Nishitetsu Bus: Direct bus to Kurokawa Onsen ■ From Kumamoto Kyushu Odan Bus ■ From Oita Kyushu Odan Bus 【By Car】 ■ From Fukuoka About 1 hour and 20 minutes from Hita IC on the Oita Expressway towards Aso (Route 442) ■ From Kumamoto About 1 hour and 30 minutes from Kumamoto IC on the Kyushu Expressway towards Aso (Route 57), then change to Route 212 and Route 442 ■ From Oita About 1 hour from Yufuin IC on the Oita Expressway via the Yamanami Highway Is parking available?
・Fee： Free for guests ・Parking space： Length --- Vehicle width --- Vehicle height --- ・Number of parking spaces： 12 cars ・Valet Service： Unavailable If you are arriving with more than two vehicles, we would appreciate it if you could contact us in advance.
Please provide information about Room with Onsen Indoor Bath.
・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: Available ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: 100% natural hot spring (Add water)
Please provide information about Private bath.
・Business Hours: 15:00～10:00 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: Available ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: 100% natural hot spring (Add water) During your stay, you can use it for free at any time if available.
Is an internet connection available?
Connection is possible. ・Wi-Fi is available. For more details, please refer to the room and plan information.