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Sozankyo

Property class: 3.5

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A traditional Japanese-style room with a wooden bathtub, a window with wooden shutters, and a view of a lush garden. - Sozankyo (Aso)
A view through a window with a table and chairs, overlooking a garden with trees in autumn colors. - Sozankyo (Aso)
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a garden with rocks and greenery. - Sozankyo (Aso)
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, candles, and a view of the cityscape at dusk. - Sozankyo (Aso)
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami mats, a low wooden bed, and a view of greenery through large windows. - Sozankyo (Aso)
Take advantage of an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a bar, and a restaurant at Sozankyo. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

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View all photos for Japanese Room w/Shared Bathroom (2nd floor)

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

Japanese Room w/Shared Bathroom (2nd floor)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a television on the wall.

Japanese Superior

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami mats, a low wooden bed, and a view of greenery through large windows.

Japanese Room with Open Air Bath

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

Semi-Double with Open Air Bath

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese Room with Shared Bathroom (3rd Floor)

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

Japanese Room with Shared Bathroom (3rd Floor)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Aso is home to Sozankyo. Usopp Statue and Aso Shrine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hanaasobi Garden and Aso Farm Land. Aso Volcano Museum and Ubuyama Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our Aso travel guide
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Uchinomaki 145, Aso, Kumamoto, 869-2301

What's nearby

  • A hiker walking on a trail with a mountain in the background.
    Aso Kuju National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hanaasobi Garden
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Uchinomaki Onsen
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Daikanbo
    15 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Cuddly Dominion
    15 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Aso Station
    11 min drive
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • いまきん食堂
    5 min walk
  • Rider's Cafe TORQUE
    5 min drive
  • レストラン 北山
    15 min drive
  • Bath
    4 min walk
  • チュンチュンラーメン
    10 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Komorebi

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Massage
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - 10:00 AM
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Ballroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all 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 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
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

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Sozankyo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sozankyo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sozankyo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sozankyo located?

Situated in Aso, this ryokan is within a 15-minute walk of Hanaasobi Garden and Uchinomaki Onsen. Road Station Aso and Usopp Statue are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sozankyo Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

misako

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また泊まりたい。

モダンでとても綺麗にしている宿。部屋はとても快適、大浴場には替えのタオルがあり、気持ちよくすごせた。夕飯は頂かず、朝食のみのプランであったが、朝食は地産地消でとてもよかった。おすすめです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

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受付のスタッフ、食事処のスタッフ 皆さん　心地よい対応をして下さいました。家族風呂も雰囲気よく使えました。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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いい旅館です

旅館の方々のサービスは行き届いていて快適に宿泊できました。へやの入口が狭すぎるのが残念でした。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Yuri

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阿蘇に行くなら泊まりたい。

いつも快適に泊まらせて頂いて今回3回目の宿泊でした。 お湯がとにかく最高に本物でびっくりします。 お食事も大変美味しく大満足です。 阿蘇へ行く時はまた泊まりたいです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

tomonori

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細かな気遣いがありがたい

冬場のチェックアウト時に、わざわざポットにお湯をいれて車まで持ってきてくれました。 最初から最後まで細かなところまで気が行き届いていて、大満足でした。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Yung yu

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相當滿意的一個住宿體驗，值得推薦
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

SEUNG JIN

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좋은료칸

온천수도 좋고 깔끔한 료칸임. 스태프들이 너무 친절함. 모든 료칸이 그렇듯 다만 겨울엔 좀 추움. 3층까지 있는데 엘리베이터가 없으나 짐은 스태프들이 들어줌.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Siu Ching

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An excellent place for your vacation!

We had a lovely time at Sekoen. Everyone there is very professional. Their smiling faces really light the the days of guests. The meals are very delicious and they are very thoughtful to include local delicacy in their dishes. I am especially impressed with the way they serve the breakfast and dinner. They explain the ingredients and the way to enjoy food in details so they we can not only enjoy the food, but also get to know more about the local food culture. We stayed there for 2 nights and we were upgraded to a bigger room with private bath on the second night. We really enjoyed it. My big thanks to everyone at Seikoen to make my stay there extremely enjoyable. I will definitley recommend the place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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8/10 Good

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細心，服務態度好，因住二樓，酒店職員主動搬行李，可惜公共浴室
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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It is a very traditional Japanese onsen in a very traditional Japanese town. It is not ultra luxurious but the whole atmosphere gives you a really good Japanese experience. What was really outstanding though - and we ate at really good places on this trip - was their dinner. Exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Bernard WK

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A Jewel in Town

Enjoyed the private onsen that overlooks the garden. Must have been a great sight in Spring and Summer. Service was good both at the reception and the restaurant. It's one of the better looking hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Unforgettable stay

Great hotel with good Food and service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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Wonderful experience.

It was my first ryokan and knocked me off my feet. After a month it felt like the first truly Japanese lodging experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a beautiful onsen hotel with exceptional staff. The food was varied and first rate. Nothing was too difficult to accommodate during our stay. A great base for the sites in and around Aso.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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美味しいお料理とゆったり客室の温泉旅館

大分のオートポリスに行く為にこちらに滞在しました。 施設自体は新しくない為 第一印象は『普通』でしたが、一歩中へ入れば「キチンとおもてなしをしよう」という気持ちが伝わる接客で、好印象。 食事も土地柄を活かした料理で良かったです。 部屋は11畳洗面＆トイレ付き。風呂を1日目は大浴場 2日目は貸切風呂にしました。貸し切りは、ゆったりと入れてとても気持ちが良かったです。 アニメ『弱虫ペダル』の中にも出てきた旅館だそうで、全巻揃っていたのも興味深いです。与謝野晶子ゆかりの宿、との事ですが時代を経て新しい『聖地』になっているのかもしれません。 とにかく、オートポリスにも車で30分ほどで到着できましたし、途中の景色があまりにも素晴らしく 雄大な自然の絶景を満喫できたので この宿にして良かった！と思えました。 朝食の開始時刻が7：30なのですが、無理言って7：10にしていただきました。わがままを聞いて下さりありがとうございました。おかげさまでレースにも間に合いました。 また次もこちらに泊まりたいなと思っております。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed very much, clean and tidy of course, attentive service, will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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8/10 Good

yosiko

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良い温泉です

丁寧な接客を心掛けていらっしゃるのでしょう。全ての従業員の方々から感じ得ました。
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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4/10 Poor

Chupooto

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
家族風呂は不衛生な感じがしました。スタッフの対応も全体的に不親切、食事も満足できるものではありませんでした。はっきり言ってあの値段を取るならば、もっと努力が必要でしょう。
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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子供が小さいのでエレベーターがあるとより良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

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溫泉水質不錯 附近不遠有超市 晚餐推薦「やきにくの郷・発見伝」 燒肉或定時都物超所值
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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古色古香 很乾淨的旅館，私人溫泉也很隱密很舒服，食物超好吃！推薦
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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伝統がある宿でありながら、バーなど新しい設備も備えられていて、そしてそれらがうまくマッチしていました。スタッフのみなさまも優しく、また来たくなる宿でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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8/10 Good

danbee

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힐링타임

친구랑 온천 여행 경험하러 다녀왔어요. 한적한 시골에 운치 있는 곳이었어요. 주변에 편의 시설이 없어 조금 불편했습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

SHAO YUN

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很棒的環境！很棒的接待人員！很棒的住宿體驗！很棒的朝食！

喜歡每位接待人員的親切！
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

SUICHI

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Lovely small hotel with outstanding service

Its really welcoming hotel. We stayed one night and got treated very well with all staff. Will recommend to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019