Around Kamigami Kumanoza Shrine × Hotel For A Home-Like StayRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

The rooms at Forest Atelier are divided into the Main Building and the Annex. The Main Building features a calm and sophisticated atmosphere with a stone fireplace (imitation). The Annex offers a retro and charming fairy-tale-like ambiance, made with British bricks and old wood.

"THE RIHAN Minamiaso Mizu no Accommodation," a renovated traditional Japanese house over 150 years old, offers an exclusive one-group-per-day private stay. Enjoy breathtaking views of the outer rim mountains and the Aso Five Peaks right in front of you, and a sky full of stars at night. Rejuvenate your mind and body with a SPA featuring a sauna, cold bath, and reclining bath, or relax by the flickering flames in the living room equipped with an irori hearth and fireplace. Savor local ingredients through teppanyaki dining or enjoy blueberry picking in early summer. This accommodation is surrounded by the serene harmony of Minamiaso's nature and lifestyle. Relish seasonal delights while engaging in trekking, spring water tours, stargazing, or traditional craft experiences for a fulfilling stay. Immerse yourself in local festivals or kagura performances as you embrace the richness of simply "being" amidst slow-flowing time at this unique retreat.

ORIGAMI MINAMIASO offers a moment of release from everyday life in a space where architecture and landscape exist in harmony. Through expansive picture windows, the Aso mountains and ever-changing sky unfold before you—morning mist, twilight, and star-filled nights—making nature itself part of your stay.The interiors are minimalist, with an emphasis on openness. With careful attention to material textures and the way light enters the space, we pursued a comfort that naturally brings both mind and body into balance. The bathroom features a bath and cold plunge filled with Aso’s spring water, along with a private sauna, guiding you into deep relaxation.Savor time spent doing nothing. ORIGAMI MINAMIASO is a place for a stay that lingers quietly in your memory.

“Minamiaso Ringatei LOG HOUSE by ritomaru” is a private log-house villa rental, nestled in the vast landscape of Aso. The breath of the trees, the warmth of fire, the scent of earth, flowing water, the sound of wind, and the open sky— these six elements of nature speak softly to your senses and bring quiet comfort to your heart. Inside, we also offer a fully automatic mahjong table—rare for a private whole-villa stay. Surrounded by the stillness of great nature, add an “intellectual game” to your vacation as you let your thoughts unfold. Experience an adults-only retreat that satisfies your sense of playfulness here.

A dramatic landscape shaped by one of the world’s largest calderas, breezes sweeping across open grasslands, and crisp, clear air. Surrounded by Aso’s ever-changing seasonal scenery, you’ll feel a refreshing sense of openness that invites a deep breath and gently brings your mind back into balance. Step out onto the terrace with your breakfast box in hand and enjoy a calm Aso morning, wrapped in fresh air and soft light. Kusasenrigahama and the Aso Nakadake Crater are about 25 minutes away by car. Local flavors and culture—such as Akaushi beef raised on high-quality pasture grass and basashi (horse sashimi)—are also part of the experience.At the end of the day, return to a peaceful space where you can truly unwind. The simply designed, beautifully kept interiors and warm hospitality will gently soothe away travel fatigue.

A hidden retreat with only 5 rooms nestled at the foot of Mount Aso. Renowned for the warm hospitality of the hosts and seasonal cuisine from Kumamoto. Guests rave about the delicious meals, saying, "Even my picky daughter finished her plate in no time!" Enjoy these delightful dishes in a cozy and homely atmosphere.