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Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan

3.5 star property
Ryokan in Minamioguni

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Hot springs
Hot springs
Hallway
Japanese Style Room as two serial room
Spa

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$1,195
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr

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Japanese Style Room(18㎡), River View

Japanese Style Room(18㎡), River View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Hot springs

Japanese Style Room(14.5sqm), River View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Hot springs

Renovated Japanese Western style Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

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Special Room (Supports only Japanese Language)

Special Room (Supports only Japanese Language)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Hot springs

Japanese Western Style Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 4 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Room as two serial room

Japanese Style Room as two serial room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Futons

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Dining

Tanohara River Side Japanese Style Room 8 Tatami Mat

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Living area

Japanese Western Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 5 Single Futons

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Room(18㎡), River View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Interior

Tanohara River Side Japanese Style Room 10 Tatami Mat

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Futons

Economy Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kura Special Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Western Style Room II

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

Standard Room With Tatami Area And Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Futons and 2 Single Beds

Japanese Style Room As Two Serial Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Futons

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About the area

Map
6704 Manganji, Aso-gun, Minamioguni, Kumamoto, 869-2402

What's nearby

  • Kuju Highlands Observatory - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Kuju Mountains - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Kuju Flower Park - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Daikanbo - 23 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Mount Kuzumi - 23 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Bungotaketa Station - 31 min drive
  • Kumamoto (KMJ) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪クシタニカフェ 阿蘇店 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪九重森林公園スキー場 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪パティスリー 麓 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪とうふ吉祥 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪味処 なか - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan

Ryokan located in Kurokawa Onsen
Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan provides amenities, such as an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a Japanese garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor private onsen or the 24-hour public bath. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), hot springs on-site and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Fridges and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 for adults and JPY 1,100 for children

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Japanese garden

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Private outdoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • In-room dining only
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 1650 for adults and from JPY 1100 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional fees may apply to children age 0-2 for items such as extra bedding and meals.

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

YAMABIKO RYOKAN
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO
Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO RYOKAN Ryokan
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO RYOKAN Minamioguni
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO RYOKAN Ryokan Minamioguni

Frequently asked questions

Is Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan on 11 Apr 2025 start from AU$1,194.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan located?

Located in Kurokawa Onsen, this ryokan is within 3 miles (5 km) of Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck, Aso Kuju National Park and Meotodaki Fall. Kuju Highlands Observatory and Ikeyama Suigen are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 162 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Fantastic place. Staff were wonderful, hotel was clean and quiet. Food was great. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koh Sing

Very good private onsens
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chi Wang Jimmy

Really nice staff and food. They provide 8 different hot spring facilities as well really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIHYE

Nice stay and nice experience
Staffs are very kind and very willing to greet cutomers I would stay here next time too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Erika

Beautiful setting over the river and in Kurokawa onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayed

We had a wonderful stay. The atmosphere, food, staff, and hospitality are amazing. We loved the onsen available on site, but also managed to visit other onsen in town (you can get an onsen hopping pass from the town visitor center). Overall very tranquil and relaxing. One thing to note is that the pillows can be small and you may need to ask for larger or additional pillows. Highly recommend and would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ling Kit

6 private baths with different themes
I've been to quite a number of onsen hotels. This one have 2 things impress me: The room is big 6 private baths with different themes! plus 2 public baths, I just feel like i was in a water park onsen version
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

JasonRicy

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

We stayed at four onsen Ryokans during our trip and this was our favorite. The outdoor baths were wonderful. There are also 6 family indoor onsen open 24 hrs a day that do not require reservation. The room was huge with a lovely view of the river. The town is charming, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and they were very happy to have kids.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Amazing hotel, amazing area.
A beautiful place to stay in beautiful surroundings. Hiroki-san took great care of us from the beginning, explaining everything and serving our meals. He was very kind, patient with my attempts at speaking Japanese, and welcoming. The riverside room had an amazing view in the autumn. There were so many onsen to choose from, shared outdoor ones and six private ones, easily accessed. Extremely relaxing. The food was kaiseki style - many, many dishes. Absolutely delicious dinner and breakfast. The Kurokawa Onsen area is full of charm. We particularly enjoyed a local shop run by a man who makes pottery. He explained how they make the white glaze from a local plant. There are more onsen that you could possibly visit, but other than Yamabiko, I highly recommend the cave onsen at Shinmeikan and the beautiful outdoor one at Ikoi Ryokan (bear in mind I’ve only seen the men’s sections).
Breakfast
Bedtime
Riverside views
Riverside views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boram

good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pattamon

Well relax

6/10 Okay

Chi Chiu

The changing area of private bath apparently was not being cleaned frequently enough so it was wet and with hairs all over the place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great Ryokan. The property is beautiful and it's not far from the Kumamoto limousine bus stop (the hotel gives you rides to and from the stop anyway). Short walking distance to a bunch of restaurants and the main area of the town. Top notch service and super clean. The outdoor onsen is incredible. A few (minor) complaints: -Some of the decorations are a bit tacky -You only get one bath towel during your stay. If you want an extra one you have to pay extra. This seemed...weird given the price of this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nahoko

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Fumiaki

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jongsoo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

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久しぶりに夫婦でゆっくり温泉♨️を楽しめました。料理も美味しく、満足です。もう少し紅葉🍁してたら最高でしたが、川のせせらぎも心地よく、また来たいと思います
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

マサヤ

個室でいただく食事が良かったです。お料理もどれもキレイで味だけでなく、見ても楽しめました。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Yuki

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ナオミ

従業員の方の接待がよかったです。 料理も美味しかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Masato

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carmen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024