Yamashinobu  

Perched in Minamioguni, this hot-spring ryokan sits minutes from Meotodaki Fall and a short drive to Aso Kuju National Park. You're a quick walk to Ota Onsen and Yamakawa Onsen and within easy reach of Kuju Highlands viewpoints. A family-friendly base for exploring Kumamoto's onsen trails and mountain scenery.

Just 12 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers, safes and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Bathrooms come with bidets and toiletries, and some rooms include slippers and simple, welcoming Japanese decor. Expect a slow-paced ryokan vibe with cultural touches like an irori room for star watching and sake.

Seven hot springs on site — 2 communal baths, 2 open-air baths and 3 private baths — plus onsite massages. Free self-parking, a library and easy access to hiking and observation decks. Wake up to crisp mountain air and unwind in real onsen comfort.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, luggage storage and free self-parking.

An onsite restaurant offers Japanese-style dinner and a complimentary full breakfast served daily from 8:30–9:30. Meals focus on homemade vegetables, freshly cooked rice and regional flavors — plus Japanese sake served in the irori room for a traditional touch.