Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan

Property class: 3.5

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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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$1,306
4 Nov - 5 Nov

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, a television, and sliding doors with a view of greenery.

Japanese Style Room(18㎡), River View

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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A traditional Japanese ryokan with a wooden exterior, a stone courtyard, and a serene pond.

Japanese Western Style Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 4 Single Futons

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A room with a sloped ceiling, wooden beams, two beds, a chair, and a table.

Special Room (Supports only Japanese Language)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a television, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

Japanese Style Room as two serial room

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room(14.5sqm), River View

A traditional Japanese ryokan with a wooden exterior, a stone courtyard, and a serene pond.

Japanese Style Room(14.5sqm), River View

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Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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A traditional Japanese ryokan with a wooden exterior, a stone courtyard, and a serene pond.

Renovated Japanese Western style Room

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Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon
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About the area

Kurokawa Onsen, a neighbourhood in Minamioguni, is home to Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan. Sujiyu Onsen and Kusumi Plateau are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Aso Kuju National Park and Yaba-Hita-Hikosan Quasi-National Park. Kuju Highlands Observatory and Kuju Flower Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Minamioguni travel guide
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6704 Manganji, Aso-gun, Minamioguni, Kumamoto, 869-2402

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a lush green landscape with a mountain in the background and residential buildings nearby.
    Aso Kuju National Park
    7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Meotodaki Fall
    5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck
    15 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Sujiyu Onsen
    20 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Kuju Mountains
    24 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Bungotaketa Station
    30 min drive
  • Kumamoto (KMJ)
    89 min drive

Restaurants

  • cafe&terrace ASO SENOMOTO kumonoue
    6 min drive
  • クシタニカフェ 阿蘇店
    6 min drive
  • 正
    11 min drive
  • 白玉っ子
    3 min walk
  • 白川そば 隠庵
    4 min drive

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 smoke-free property
    • A front desk safe, luggage storage and a lift
    • 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:
    • Bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Fridges and daily housekeeping

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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 31 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan on 4 Nov 2026 start from NZ$1,306, 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 2 miles (3 km) of Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck, Meotodaki Fall and Aso Kuju National Park. Kuju Highlands Observatory and Ikeyama Suigen are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 199 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This makes for a great Ryokan experience. Staff were really helpful and you won't want to miss this Japanese onsen experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful moment with family trip. The service / room / facility / food / location are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Highly recommend getting the river view Japanese style room!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place. Staff were wonderful, hotel was clean and quiet. Food was great. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice staff and food. They provide 8 different hot spring facilities as well really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is amazing, they provide indoor and outdoor hot spring. Their staff manner is very good, and the foods are so delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good private onsens
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Well relax
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10/10 Excellent

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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).
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the availability of different public/private onsen options. A memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place, there were 6 private Onsen rooms, and public (male/female) bath houses. Great place for couples. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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A perfect experience, great food and a wonderful Ryokan. Highly recomend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful setting over the river and in Kurokawa onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Good place

The hotel has around 8 onsens for you to choose from. Mean whiles, it would be a quiet place to live.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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6/10 Okay

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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매번 가는 곳이지만 갈 때마다 시설도 너무 좋고 편안하고 최고로 좋아요
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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很有質感的日式溫泉建築，溫泉樣式多樣選擇，露天溫泉很有氛圍，員工熱情，房間乾淨，懷石料理好吃。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026