Onsen Areas Around Mount Aso × Detox AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

One of the world’s largest calderas and grasslands shaped by a thousand years of controlled burning. Nature is not just something to admire. In our foraging experience, you seek out, pick, and taste wild plants and nuts yourself. A stay begins here with the theme of “restoring humanity,” born from immersing yourself in this practice and entering into dialogue with the land.All 17 rooms feature private hot-spring baths, and select rooms include a sauna—quiet time to step away from everyday life as you face the mountains of Aso.Water that springs up in Aso becomes rivers and eventually flows into the sea at Amakusa— Inspired by this cycle, we present our course menu: “Aso Primitive Gastronomy.”As if tracing back primal memories, long-forgotten senses slowly begin to awaken.

"Aso Genki no Mori" and "Great Nature Aso Health Forest," operated by Aso Farm Land in Minami-Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture, are comprehensive health theme parks officially approved by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Kumamoto Prefecture, and other administrative bodies. Located within the majestic nature of Aso in the Aso-Kuju National Park of Kumamoto Prefecture, these facilities aim to help visitors appreciate the importance and value of health through six pillars: "healthy exercise," "three nutritious meals," "mental relaxation," "accommodation in domes," "hands-on experiences and learning," and "unique shopping experiences only found in Aso." These activities are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle that can be applied to daily life.

Approximately 30 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport and about 70 minutes by car from Kumamoto Station. A complimentary Shuttle Service bus also operates from the airport (please check the official website for details).In our complimentary lounge, enjoy a welcome drink while taking in the natural scenery of Aso; alcoholic beverages are available from 6:00 PM. We also offer a wide range of complimentary services, including light refreshments, late-night soba noodles, and after-bath ice cream.In the open-air large public bath with natural Onsen water, savor a blissful moment while feeling the refreshing highland breeze. You can also use three private baths with distinct atmospheres, as well as a private sauna.For dinner, choose between Japanese or Western cuisine featuring seasonal dishes that make generous use of local specialties such as Kumamoto’s renowned Akaushi beef. At La Vista Minami Aso, we offer a stay that brings you close to nature and leaves both body and mind fully refreshed.

Enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty of South Aso throughout the seasons while savoring dishes crafted with seasonal ingredients. Indulge in the renowned onsen to soothe your travel fatigue. "Minami Aso Onsen Village - Private Villa Suan" is a fully private property designed to create irreplaceable moments for you and your loved ones.

Experience a special stay at the independent villa "Time to Blend with the Forest," nestled in the rich nature of Aso. The single-story villa, designed on gently sloping grounds, features a wooden deck that connects to the forest. Immerse yourself in the fresh forest air and birdsong for a luxurious moment of relaxation.

"A Property that Heals People and Time" A newly opened Onsen Property surrounded by nature, featuring all detached Rooms, grand opened on November 22, 2023. Each Room is equipped with a private open-air bath, and the large communal bath offers a sauna, open-air bath, and cold bath. Enjoy a relaxing private space at your leisure. Why not spend a tranquil time amidst the seasonal beauty of nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city? For meals, our two head chefs specializing in Japanese and Western cuisine carefully select ingredients from all over Kyushu to create dishes that delight all your senses.

A long-established Property located on the slopes of Mount Eboshi, one of the five peaks of Mount Aso, preserving the Jigoku Onsen which first opened in 1803. Stepping into the main building, which is over 100 years old and has been renovated after the Kumamoto Earthquake, feels like entering a different world, as if traveling back in time. The Onsen features three different sources, offering 11 baths across four locations, each with unique water qualities and atmospheres. Guests can enjoy the "Suzume no Yu," a "miraculous bath" rich in sulfur content with water bubbling up from the ground, as well as the highly acidic "Moto no Yu" and "Tamago no Yu," choosing baths based on their benefits and purposes. For dinner, a variety of courses are available, including seasonal hot pots, irori hearth dishes, and Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine. Local wild boar and venison, caught by local hunters, offer a rustic and unique taste of Aso. Experience the blessings of magnificent nature through the Onsen and cuisine.

THE ACONCAGUA RESORTS is located on a hill overlooking the Tateno Gorge, where the Kurokawa River flowing through Aso Valley and the Shirakawa River flowing through Nango Valley converge. Spanning an expansive 18,000 square meters, the resort offers various activities to fully enjoy South Aso, including a campsite and private hot spring baths.

Guest rooms include premium Japanese-style rooms with Sukiya architecture and premium rooms with private open-air baths. Enjoy Onsen hopping with multiple Onsen facilities, including open-air baths featuring 100% natural hot spring water.

Renovated in 2025, this accommodation offers a stunning view of the Aso Five Peaks and exquisite cuisine made with fresh local ingredients and delicious water. Each room features a private semi-open-air bath, allowing you to quietly unwind amidst the great outdoors. Additionally, rooms are equipped with an indoor bath that exudes the warmth of wood and an open-air bath for a luxurious and soothing experience. The hot spring water is mildly alkaline, known for its various benefits and often referred to as "Beauty Water" for its skin-friendly properties.

"Shirogane no Mori" is an "agricultural auberge" created by Yoshihiro Matsuoka, the founder of Kokko Farm (poultry farming), who personally carved out a mountain the size of the Tokyo Dome. It combines a Property, restaurant, Onsen, and farm. All guest Rooms are detached suites, featuring luxurious queen-sized beds. Each Room is also equipped with a private Onsen with natural hot spring water. At the panoramic restaurant "Shiki Minori," we serve creative kaiseki cuisine in private dining rooms, carefully prepared using ingredients lovingly grown by local producers, including those from the Shirogane no Mori farm. Enjoy seasonal cuisine, natural beauty, skin-beautifying hot springs, and the gentle flow of time with your loved ones.

A Property located 5 minutes by car from Aso Farmland. It boasts a garden of approximately 10,000 tsubo and high-quality natural onsen flowing directly from the source. There is also a restaurant where you can enjoy beef from our own ranch. We offer a 6-tatami mat Japanese-style room and a twin bedroom, and the Donkoko-yu is proud of its garden open-air bath featuring giant trees and Aso lava rocks.

"Ryokan Kokoro no Ma" is a ryokan where you can experience the nature of Minami Aso, tranquility, and the slow flow of time.