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Yamashinobu

Property class: 3

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A tranquil indoor water feature with a wooden structure overhead, surrounded by rocks and trees.
A traditional Japanese gate leading to a wooden building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and stone pathways.
A hot spring area with rocks and a wooden structure.
A restaurant interior with a wooden bar, seating area, and hanging wooden light fixtures.
A cozy wooden interior with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a hallway leading to a garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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5960, Manganji, Minamioguni, Kumamoto, 869-2402
  • Place, Meotodaki Fall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Aso Kuju National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kuju Mountains
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kumamoto (KMJ)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Japanese-Style Cottage with Open-Air Bath

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to a garden.

Japanese-Style Cottage with Open-Air Bath

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-Style Twin Room with Open-Air Bath

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a television.

Japanese-Style Twin Room with Open-Air Bath

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

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

Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Minamioguni

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Meotodaki Fall, Yamashinobu places you within a few miles (5 km) of Aso Kuju National Park. This 12-room, 3-star ryokan welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Meotodaki Fall - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Aso Kuju National Park - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck - 18 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Kuju Highlands Observatory - 19 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Kuju Mountains - 21 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bungotaketa Station - 31 min drive
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪大観峰茶屋 - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪レストランカフェ わろく屋 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪シェ・タニ 瀬の本高原店 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪やまなみ夢広場 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪デュッセル - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Yamashinobu

Yamashinobu features free WiFi in public areas and a library. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, toothbrushes and toothpaste, and bidets. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.
Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 hot springs and access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-6 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the hot springs and access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Yamashinobu Inn Minamioguni
Yamashinobu Inn
Yamashinobu Minamioguni
Yamashinobu Ryokan
Yamashinobu Minamioguni
Yamashinobu Ryokan Minamioguni

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Yamashinobu?

Yamashinobu provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Yamashinobu?

This ryokan is located in Minamioguni, close to Kusumi Plateau, Kuju Mountains, and Aso Kuju National Park. You'll also find Meotodaki Fall and Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Yamashinobu?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan.

Is there a spa at Yamashinobu?

Spa services at the ryokan include massages.

Does Yamashinobu have a casino at the property?

No, Yamashinobu doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Yamashinobu?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Yamashinobu?

Couples staying at this ryokan will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a beach view and a spring water bathtub.

Does Yamashinobu have a hot tub?

No, this ryokan doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Yamashinobu have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Yamashinobu serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Yamashinobu allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Yamashinobu.

Does Yamashinobu have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this ryokan.

Where is the closest airport to Yamashinobu?

The closest major airport to Yamashinobu is Kumamoto Airport (KMJ), which is about 22.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Yamashinobu?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Yamashinobu.

Yamashinobu Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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布団がとても気持ちよく、ゆっくり出来ました。風呂上がりの飲み物が、夕方も朝方もあるといいなあと思いました。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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非常に全てにおいて満足致しました。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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This is the place to visit if you want a quiet and relaxing onsen experience. This family run ryokan is easy to find and offers a truly traditional Japanese experience. The traditional washoku breakfast and dinner were superb. The private baths are clean and makes the ryokan experience even more pleasing. On my list of places to visit again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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best place ever. third time here. property is very clean and food is interesting!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
住过的日本温泉酒店中最喜欢的一家，性价比很高！ 环境非常安静， 有三个私汤和两个大众汤（一个室内一个室外）， 晚上还有观星活动，非常幸运的看到了土星。 料理也非常棒！满分推荐！
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Good ryokan

Water in onsen, scenery, dinner(kaiseki) and breakfast are absolutely good and staffs are very kind. I’d like to find bad experience but there is no bad thing. I recommend that yamashinobu is good for everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

MASAMI

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控えめな夕食だったけど　素晴らしい滞在でした

センスのよい設えで、もちろん清潔　24時間のかけ流しの内風呂が部屋に備わる贅沢 ひさしぶりに親子川の字の3式の寝具をならべてくつろぎました 夕食はおいしいけどちょっと量や品数は少なめ　朝食も上品だけどあまり特徴のない内容 サービスはやさしく、適度な距離感　気持ちよくすごせました
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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가족여행

4인 가족이 묵기에 조금 좁았지만 친절한 서비스와 여유있는 온천을 즐길 수있어서 만족합니다.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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8/10 Good

TOSHIE

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お食事がとっても美味しかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Is a hidden gem, great place,service and food. Amazing！！！
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

YOUNGJIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
최고의 음식 최고의 서비스를 받고왔어요ㅎ 꼭 가보세요
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Rustic charm

The setting is wonderful. The onzen has many choices and settings. Food is rustic type but good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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시골 한적한 곳에 있기 때문에 가는데 꽤나 시간이 걸립니다. 저는 렌터카를 이용했습니다. 픽업 서비스도 요청하면 해주는 것으로 알고 있습니다. 조용한 시골이라 별이 정말 잘보입니다. 아쉽게도 저는 날씨 문제로 이용하지 못했지만, 료칸 내 천문대에서 9시부터 9시 반까지 천체망원경 관람을 할 수가 있습니다. 근처에 편의점 등이 없기 때문에 필요한 용품 및 간식 등은 미리 사가시는걸 추천합니다. 가이세키 정식은 해산물 위주로 나왔습니다. 맛은 꽤나 좋았습니다. 노천 온천은 상당히 좋았습니다. 다만 개인탕(가족탕) 같은 경우 물이 좀 꽤나 뜨거웠습니다. 서비스는 너무 친절해서 좋았습니다. 한적한 시골의 전통적인 료칸을 느끼고싶다면 추천합니다.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Hyun Jeong

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정말 좋았던 료칸

부모님 만족도 최고였어요 앞서 2박은 다른 료칸에서 묵었는데 여기가 제일 좋았고 방도 산속이지만 따뜻했고 가이세키도 좋았고 밤에 천문관측 서비스도 좋았고요 직원분들이 무엇보다 행복해보였고 친절하셨습니다. 송영이 되어서 쿠로가와 역에서 왔다갔다했어요 다음에 재방문 또 하고싶어요
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

EUNJEONG

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대만족합니다

너무 만족해요 온천도 가이세키정식도 대만족
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

SUK WAH

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Highly recommended

Delicious food, great n highly privacy hot spring, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

자근대지

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

조용한 산속

쿠로카와 본천은 아니지만, 조용한 여행을 원한다면 추천 엄지척! 료칸의 시설도 괞찬지만, 직원들이 너무 친절하다.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Total 7 onsens with 3 can be private used to share with 6 rooms. Not difficult to get a private onsen with family on every night. Food is good. Public transport is not convenience. Quite around the place. Good place for holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

CoCo

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酒店職員非常有禮貌, 入住前一星期親身致電確認, 非常細心, 環境, 食物, 溫泉, 整體都一流!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Impressiev hotel with very helpful staff.

They have 3 private family baths. Room is spacious and food is very good. Our family have 1 year old son and he hardly sit still at the table but the staff come and help us take care of him from time to time so that we can enjoy the food. They also have a telescope on one building’s balcony for those who want to enjoy stargazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
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10/10 Excellent

I

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Top notch service and facilities

The place was great. We arranged for them to pick up our luggage first from the bus stop so that we could stroll around the streets of Kurokawa, and they came back to pick us up again at check-in time. The baths especially the outdoor ones were spectacular. Dinner was the usual fanfare of many small courses and we were impressed. Attention to detail - the staff noted from dinner that my friend was left-handed and placed the chopsticks and spoons "the other way round" for breakfast the following day. We were pleasantly surprised by this thoughtful and heart-warming gesture.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

jongmoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

가족여행 괜찮은 료칸

객실 및 서비스 품질 비교적 좋았습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Masae

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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Hyoeun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019