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Nihon No Ashitaba

3.5 star property
Suburban ryokan with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom (Ikuseisou) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Japanese-Style Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Jyuinbou) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Utoan) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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918-18 Kawakita, Yufuin-cho, Yufu, Oita, 879-5114
  • Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kinrin Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Yufuin Motorcycle Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oita (OIT)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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Room options

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Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath (Shunrinan) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath (Shunrinan)

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Futons

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Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom (Eikagingetsu) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom (Eikagingetsu)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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Twin Room with Home Theatre - Adult Only - Annex, Without Bath (Sarai) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Home Theatre - Adult Only - Annex, Without Bath (Sarai)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room with Tatami Area, Without Bath (Youkan)

Standard Room with Tatami Area, Without Bath (Youkan) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room with Tatami Area, Without Bath (Youkan)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Room - Adult Only - Annex, Without Bath (Kan) | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Room - Adult Only - Annex, Without Bath (Kan)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Futons

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Tatami Area - Annex with Private Bathroom (Shinsaizabou)

Deluxe Room with Tatami Area - Annex with Private Bathroom (Shinsaizabou) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room with Tatami Area - Annex with Private Bathroom (Shinsaizabou)

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Large Twin Futons

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Twin Room Maisonette - Adult Only, Without Bath (Kurinokura) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Maisonette - Adult Only, Without Bath (Kurinokura)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese-Style Standard Room, Without Bath (Setsuanrou) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Standard Room, Without Bath (Setsuanrou)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Futons

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Premium Suite Deluxe House with Open-Air Bath - Premium Annex (Gafusaigetsu) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite Deluxe House with Open-Air Bath - Premium Annex (Gafusaigetsu)

  • 2476 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds and 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Utoan)

Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Utoan) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Utoan)

  • 1023 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom - Premium Annex (Todatei)

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom - Premium Annex (Todatei) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom - Premium Annex (Todatei)

  • 1615 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds and 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom (Ikuseisou)

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom (Ikuseisou) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom (Ikuseisou)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Large Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Jyuinbou)

Japanese-Style Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Jyuinbou) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese-Style Superior Room with Private Bathroom - Annex (Jyuinbou)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Yufu

Located in Yufuin Onsen within a short walk of Aso Kuju National Park, Nihon No Ashitaba is within 2 miles (3 km) of Norman Rockwell Yufuin Museum. This 13-room, 3.5-star ryokan has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Yufuin Stained Glass Museum - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kinrin Lake - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Yufuin Motorcycle Museum - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Kijima Kogen Park - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Yufu Station - 4 min drive
  • Oita Airport (OIT) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪まる - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪白川焼肉店 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪アブタール - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪石釜ピザとパスタの店櫟の丘 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Yufuin Milch Donuts & Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Nihon No Ashitaba

Suburban ryokan with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Nihon No Ashitaba features free WiFi in public areas and a water dispenser. You'll find limited parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bidets. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature shared men and women areas. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,420 for adults and JPY 1,810 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Japanese garden

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Shared men and women areas
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 250.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2420 for adults and JPY 1810 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited 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, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for private bath/onsen. Contact the ryokan at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Nihon No Ashitaba Inn Yufu
Nihon No Ashitaba Inn
Nihon No Ashitaba Yufu
Nihon No Ashitaba Yufu
Nihon No Ashitaba Ryokan
Nihon No Ashitaba Ryokan Yufu

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Nihon No Ashitaba?

Nihon No Ashitaba offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Nihon No Ashitaba?

As of May 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nihon No Ashitaba on May 27, 2025 start from $557.42, excluding 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's there to do close to Nihon No Ashitaba?

This ryokan is situated in Yufuin Onsen within a short 15-minute walk of Aso Kuju National Park. You'll also find Yufuin Motorcycle Museum and Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Nihon No Ashitaba?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does Nihon No Ashitaba include a casino at the property?

No, Nihon No Ashitaba doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Nihon No Ashitaba?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Nihon No Ashitaba?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this ryokan, including a bar, a restaurant, and hot springs.

Are there hot tubs at Nihon No Ashitaba?

No, but guests can enjoy on-site hot springs at this ryokan.

Does Nihon No Ashitaba have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Nihon No Ashitaba serves Japanese breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Nihon No Ashitaba allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Nihon No Ashitaba though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Nihon No Ashitaba?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Nihon No Ashitaba?

The closest major airport to Nihon No Ashitaba is Oita Airport (OIT), which is about 27.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Nihon No Ashitaba?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Nihon No Ashitaba.

Nihon No Ashitaba Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 309 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hwa Joon, Irvine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mireu

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOONYOUNG, Round Rock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about Nihon No Ashitaba was so incredibly beautiful, serene, and thoughtful. They offer a free shuttle everyday to Yufuin station where you can walk, shop, eat, and enjoy Yufuin. We were greeted promptly after riding the Yufuin No Mori from Hakata Station.They have multiple private onsens and a large open air hot spring you can reserve a time everyday if you wanted. Their breakfast and dinner is absolutely amazing and gives you a truly genuine Japanese food experience. The villas/homes on the property are tradition style and are very spacious and clean. The landscape of the property is quiet and offers you a peaceful onsen experience. The best part about Nihon No Ashitaba is the impeccable service and generosity of their staff. Yuji in particular, really cared for us and worked hard to make our stay the best experience ever! Thank you so much for the wonderful time in Yufuin!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

YOONJUNG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food, beautiful property grounds, best service (especially Yuji was super helpful and kind) . Highly recommend this Ryokan!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Far better than I could ever have imagined. Beautiful. Vastly spacious. Extraordinary privacy even in the beautiful outdoor hit baths. Exquisite meals. Best of the best
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana, Los Angeles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a completely peaceful vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

HYUNMI, Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Onsen I’ve ever ever done.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Di

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

KYOUNGSOOK

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointment

I have visited Nihon No Ashitaba about 6 or 7 times. But I won't be visiting again. Still clean and nice hot springs, but the food was disappointing. In the past, dishes using vegetables were really cool and delicious, and they were dishes that showed the owner's philosophy. Since I visited several times a few years ago, I also visited the owner's villa three times due to the owner's consideration. On this trip, breakfast was mostly rice and soybean paste soup with a salty vegetable side dish. It was so ordinary. (There was a tofu dish on another table. I don't understand why it was different from my breakfast menu.) Dinner also included steak (cold) and a few pre-made dishes (which seemed half-hearted). I can't eat fried food and sashimi due to cancer treatment, and I asked for shabu-shabu before my visit. However, fried fish was served, and tofu (yuba) and steak were served instead of sashimi. It was very disappointing. When I visited in the past, I missed the creative, delicious, and thoughtful food. And when I checked out, I already gave my room key to the staff, but 2 minutes later, another staff member asked for my key. (I didn't understand.) Lastly, I saw the staff giving gifts in shopping bags to other guests. But there was no gift for me. Was it because I stayed in a cheap room??? I felt bad. I don't want to visit again. I canceled my reservation for January next year.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

NAZRI ABDUL, perth

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, you will be treated very well by the staff. 0 faults have stayed in multiple ryokans in my life this is probably the best!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ching wing

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful experience. Service staff Eri was welcoming, friendly and professional. The house we stayed in was amazing. Overall a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent!

Excellent facilities and service!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an excellent experience and I’m sure I will come again soon👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Byung Woong

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We do not recommend

Ryokan at hot springs area is suppoed to provide at least 2 things : kaiseki and hot spring bath. I know this place was recommended by some people. But do not believe their opinions because they were sure to have no experience at other ryokan. I have been at more than 20 ryokan. This has good outside baths but not clean and no service mind. The most terrible thing is their food. It is a kind of poor set menu and can not be a kaiseki. We complained a lot and found out some years ago the owner was changed to a Chinese and it has a chicken farm to save the food cost( it is not strange to see chicken at every meal ). We do NOT recommend this place. We stayed other roykan 2 nights and that was much much better than this place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

littlesoy, california, us

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved staying there. It became one of the best memory
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property - quite and clean spaces, friendly staff. I plan to go back in different seasons :) - room was a bit cold at night but other than that everything was perfect : the onsen, food etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hon Man Herman

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

Great experience

It was a great experience. The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel and onsen was great. Food was great. The only thing it did not do well was that they did not respond to my query on dinner via hotels.com message. Otherwise, everything else was great. Would definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ming-Yuh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ming-Yuh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

JJ, Los Angeles

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not as I expected. Outdoor hot springs are very nice, but the room was very outdated and old.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

sohee, korea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

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