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Kurokawa Onsen and Miyama Sansou
Kurokawa Onsen is one of the renowned hot spring resort towns found in the Kyushu region. It is located in Minami-Oguni Town in the Aso district of Kumamoto Prefecture. The town's Information Center offers information on the variety of popular hot spring baths available in Kurokawa, and will also recommend bathing spots and accommodations to suit your needs. There are also many baths that can be visited on day trips.
©Kumamoto Prefecture Tourist Federation
©Kumamoto Prefecture Tourist Federation
©Kumamoto Prefecture Tourist Federation
Once in Kurokawa, the first place you should stop by is the information center. There you can find useful information about the hot springs, such as which onsen are designated for which gender on that specific day. You can pick up a map of the area, and ask for hot spring recommendations, depending on your bathing preferences.
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You will be spoiled for choice in Kurokawa. It is both rare and a privilege to be able to choose between all the possible ways to bath in Kurokawa: In large, outdoor stone baths; in intimate and secluded private baths; in dark and mysterious caves; in aged wooden barrels; and almost all of the baths are surrounded by lush, green foliage and trees.
Journey into the untouched nature and the nostalgic atmosphere of Yamamizuki Bettei Miyama Sansou. The warm, gentle ambiance of the eight thatched-roof villas welcomes visitors. Each villa highlights unique aspects of the surrounding nature by taking advantage of the breathtaking location, which was originally terraced rice fields. From plum blossoms in the spring to vibrant foliage in the autumn, Miyama Sansou naturally blends into the ever-changing scenery of the four seasons.
Every guestroom features a private indoor bath, allowing you to relax in the comfort of your room to your heart’s content. When dining, walk over to the restaurant Miyama Dining Aze and savor delicious dishes made with plenty of locally sourced ingredients as you enjoy a different landscape from that of your room. Here, you will leave the hustle and bustle of daily life and be immersed in the charms of Miyama Sansou.
Location
| Name | Kurokawa Onsen |
|---|---|
| Address | 6594-3 Manganji, Minami-oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto (Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Association Information Center) |
| Inquiries | TEL: 0967-44-0076 FAX: 0967-44-0819 |
| Web Sites | http://www.kurokawaonsen.or.jp/eng_new/ |
| Name | Yamamizuki Bettei Miyama Sansou |
|---|---|
| Address | 6393 Manganji, Minamioguni-cho, Aso-gun, Kumamoto |
| Access | Approximately 3 hours by bus from Fukuoka Airport and 2 hours by bus from Kumamoto Airport. Approximately 2 km from the central area of Kurokawa Onsen. |
| Web Sites | https://www.miyama-sansou.com/english/ |