Oyado Kafugetsu  

Tucked into Minamioguni, this intimate ryokan sits minutes from Meotodaki Fall and a short drive to Aso Kuju National Park. Reachable from Kumamoto Airport in about 58 km, it’s a mountain-base camp for waterfall hikes and highland views.

Small and cozy with just 9 air-conditioned rooms, Oyado Kafugetsu mixes guest-house ease with ryokan touches. Rooms include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, slippers, safes, and private baths with separate tubs and showers — many with bidets. Daily housekeeping keeps things tidy; the front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Soak in hot springs, stroll the garden, or kick back after hikes — recreation and relaxation are built in. Complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self parking make arrivals simple. Sense the mountain-mist mornings and easy access to nearby observatories and flower parks.

Practical conveniences include luggage storage and a safe-deposit box at the front desk, plus free self parking onsite.

An on-site restaurant serves local cuisine and regional flavors. Full breakfasts are offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee — a simple, hearty start before hitting the trails.