Kurokawa Onsen Oku no Yu
Minamioguni-machi Manganji Kurogawa 6567
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Why people book this hotel
“Beautiful area, lovely staff”
“The resort was very relaxing and staff super friendly”
“Rooms, onsens, vibe”
“Great onsen and room”
“amazing people, services and location”
“This ryokan has beautiful landscape and walking path within the compound”
“Excellent traditional breakfast was a nice touch”
“With proper dietary breakfast”
“Comparing the services, the price was amazingly cheap”
“For me I have stayed at more comfortable and exotic places in other countries as…”
“Food was wonderful, availability of the staff and amenities spotless”
Overview
Situated along Tanohara River and surrounded by tranquil nature in Kurokawa Onsen hot spring area, Oku no Yu Ryokan offers charming Japanese-style accommodation and various hot spring baths. It also boasts a thermal-heated indoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is provided in public areas. Featuring relaxing ambience, each room comes with a seating area, a fridge and a flat-screen TV. Bathroom is shared with other guests. While staying at Kurokawa Onsen Oku no Yu, guests can unwind at the public bathing area that includes a cave bath and an open-air bath. Gambanyoku stone sauna can be enjoyed at an additional charge. Drinks vending machines are also available on site. The property offers free pick-up services from Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop when reserved at time of booking. Nabegataki Waterfall is a 25-minute drive away, while Kumamoto Airport can be reached within an 80-minute drive. Guests can savour seasonal Japanese dishes made with select ingredients at the property.
Traveller reviews
Sarah
couple
June 7, 2026
“Great stay for my birthday and great dinner”
Rooms, onsens, vibe
Una
couple
June 1, 2026
Beautiful area, lovely staff.
Jeraša
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
The whole experience, a little bit of the feeling.of Japan
Paul
couple
May 27, 2026
Excellent traditional breakfast was a nice touch. We also managed to get a private onsen. The resort was very relaxing and staff super friendly.
Hon lai
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“The price-to-quality ratio (for service and food) is lower than the other onsen hotels I have visited.”
Whitney
couple
May 24, 2026
Authentic Onsen & Ryokan experience. Friendly staff
Gim
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
Everything was PERFECT! amazing people, services and location. The onsen quality was really good and the whole village was amazing. Comparing the services, the price was amazingly cheap.
Winnie Siu
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
Friendly staffs. Great onsen and room.
Mei
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
“Sadly disappointed”
To be honest I didn't really find a lot to praise about this venue. I think it is a place where the accommodation has in its own way over exaggerated its position as a luxury venue and of course it is human nature to go there and share in the experience and tell friends. For me I have stayed at more comfortable and exotic places in other countries as more reasonably affordable prices. With proper dietary breakfast.
amelia
couple
May 19, 2026
“We have a memorable stay and experience the Japanese hospitality”
This ryokan has beautiful landscape and walking path within the compound. Food and services is superb.
Derek T.
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Good service and foods
Aleksandra
extended_group
May 18, 2026
“Best place to experience ryoukans”
Amazing beautiful place with gardens, many baths, amazing staff. Food was wonderful, availability of the staff and amenities spotless
Ricky
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Courtesy bus picks you up from bus stop and takes you to the onsen. Amazing service and experience. Highest rated for my trip
Sandra
family_with_children
May 13, 2026
“Exceeded our expectations and had a wonderful japanese cultural experience”
A lot of varied onsen options. The staff was amazing and lifted the mood with friendly small talks and always took care that we understood and were comfortable. Only 2 or 3 of the onsen options were closed due to technical issues, but it didn't matter because they have many other options with fantastic views of the river or bamboo or the fauna. We were able to fully rest, enjoy colorful and masterfully crafted meal including various seasonal components. We felt refreshed and also got the pass for hotel hopping. Great town, location is not far from it and transportation is available and convenient thanks for the shuttle and wonderful staff.
Vera
family_with_children
April 18, 2026
“Shortly before our arrival, we were informed that the onsen facilities were temporarily unavailable due to a technical i”
Located in a picturesque area, away from crowds, yet 10 -15 min walk from some cafes, souvenir shops and a grocery store. The ryokan serves exceptionally delicious breakfasts and dinners.
Fran
couple
April 11, 2026
“Traditional calm and relaxation in quality setting”
Beautiful setting either good selection of Onsen experiences
Daniel
couple
April 6, 2026
Staff were excellent and very helpful Breakfast was very good Japanese style
Maxim
couple
March 14, 2026
“Not worth it”
The area is beautiful, gardens are nice, river is lovely. Dinner was nice.
Shuang
couple
February 22, 2026
“Good for Hot spring trip and it is professional”
Onsen is super good in the area . Especially for the public mixed one , you can enjoy the hot spring and the waterfall in front of you
Dino
extended_group
February 14, 2026
A very good and authentic experience for Japanese onsen. The food was amazing and the hot spring is spot on. Unlike other touristy onsen attractions, kurokawa onsen is much quieter and peaceful.
Facilities
Activities
Indoor pool, Indoor pool (seasonal), Hot spring bath, Open-air bath, Public Bath
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Kid meals, Breakfast options
General
Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Street parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Pool and wellness
Heated pool, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Process in place to check health of guests
Services
Lockers, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Vending machine (drinks)
Japanese-Style House With Semi Open-Air Bath - Annex
This Japanese-style annex house features a river view and a private open-air hot spring bath. ・There is a distance of 80 meters to the dining area. The meal will be provided at the main building. ※In-room dining service is not provided
Japanese-Style Room with Tatami Area and Shared Bathroom - Main Building
Features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. ・There are 20 steps of stairs to the guest room. ・There is no elevator or escalator ・There is no private shower or bath in the room but there is a private toilet.
Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom - Main Building
This twin room features a electric kettle and air conditioning. ・There are 20 steps of stairs to the guest room. ・There is no elevator or escalator ・There is no private shower or bath in the room but there is a private toilet.
Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Annex
Features tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding ・There is a distance of 80 meters to the dining area. The meal will be provided at the main building. ※In-room dining service is not provided ・There are no shower or bath in the room. Futons will be prepared before check-in (only for two guests).
Room with Garden View Selected at Check-In - Main Building
・Guests can't choose the room type ・There are 20 steps of stairs to the guest room. There is no elevator or escalator There are no shower or bath in the room. Futons will be prepared before check-in (only for two guests).
Room with Mountainside Selected at Check-In - Main Building
・Guests can't choose the room type ・There are 20 steps of stairs to the guest room. ・There is no elevator or escalator ・There is no private shower or bath in the room but there is a private toilet. Futons will be prepared before check-in (only for two guests).
Superior Room with Tatami Area and Open-Air Bath (No shower)
Features Western beds, futon bedding in a tatami (woven-straw) area and a private open-air hot spring bath. There is no shower.
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