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Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba

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A traditional Japanese building with a pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by trees and illuminated by warm lighting. - Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba (Minamioguni)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a television, and sliding doors. - Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba (Minamioguni)
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, a TV, and two beds with pillows and a nightstand. - Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba (Minamioguni)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a television, and sliding doors leading to another room. - Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba (Minamioguni)
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a visible entrance, and a signboard. - Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba (Minamioguni)
Consider a stay at Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba and take advantage of an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a garden, and a restaurant. For some rest and relaxation, visit the indoor private onsen. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom, South Building, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a television on a cabinet, and a view of trees through shoji screens.

Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom, Main Building, Non Smoking

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a small table, and a chair.

Japanese Western Twin Room with Shower, Main Building, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Western Room with Shower, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, a TV, and two beds with pillows and a nightstand.

Japanese Western Room with Shower, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Japanese Western Room with Bath, North Building, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, two beds with white bedding and red accents, a wooden table, and sliding shoji doors.

Japanese Western Room with Bath, North Building, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Bath, North Building, Non Smoking

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

Japanese Style Room with Bath, North Building, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a television.

Main Building, Western Style Room, Type C, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Kurokawa Onsen, a neighborhood in Minamioguni, is home to Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba. Kitazatoshiba Saburo Memorial and Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kuju Highlands Observatory and Kuju Flower Park. Jizobaru Fishining Center and Ubuyama Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our Minamioguni travel guide
Map
6431 Manganji, Minamioguni, Kumamoto-ken, 869-2402

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a lush green landscape with a mountain in the background and residential buildings nearby.
    Aso Kuju National Park
    6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kuju Mountains
    21 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Daikanbo
    42 min drive - 17.0 miles
  • Nagayu Hot Spring
    53 min drive - 23.7 miles
  • Cuddly Dominion
    59 min drive - 23.7 miles

Getting around

  • Miyaji station
    31 min drive
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
    91 min drive

Restaurants

  • cafe&terrace ASO SENOMOTO kumonoue
    5 min drive
  • クシタニカフェ 阿蘇店
    5 min drive
  • 正
    12 min drive
  • 白玉っ子
    2 min walk
  • 白川そば 隠庵
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; reservations required

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Massage
  • Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public bath open from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 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
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property 7 days in advance of arrival. Requests for dietary accommodations are not accepted on site.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 15 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 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 public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This ryokan doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba located?

Located in Kurokawa Onsen, this ryokan is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck, Aso Kuju National Park, and Meotodaki Fall. Kuju Highlands Observatory and Ikeyama Suigen 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

Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 463 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 463 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 463 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 463 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 463 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great place with fantastic food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just what we were looking for...nice onsens, nice room, great meals and the village was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff and the comfortable and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful experience all-round including the facilities, food and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent customer service. Provides shuttle bus service on arrival and departure from the property. Also provides a free booking of a private Onsen room for every staying resident.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is truly amazing. Food is shockingly good and the accommodations are first rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff!

Great staff! Great hot spring!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent onsen experience with magical outdoor onsen. Good food served in room
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff are friendly and helpful. Have 2 private onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Peace and serenity at its finest

Wonderful people, very relaxing place to stay. Very accommodating to vegetarians. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

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The place was great! The staff is friendly and helpful, even if you don't speak any Japanese they can help you, Google translate helps a lot too. There are lots of little shops around the town to get trinkets, snacks, alcohol or
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very traditional Japanese building. The vibe isn't for everyone, but we love it. The dinner, staff and service are all excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay overall. Food was excellent and onsen was great. There’s private onsen available for reservation and it’s free. Staff were very courteous and helpful. There’s nothing around the ryokan so don’t expect to have a shopping street there.
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10/10 Excellent

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Special, warm ryokan stay

We absolutely loved our stay. The setting was gorgeous. The onsens were so lovely. The food was great and the service was warm and friendly. We would highly recommend it. My only issue was that the bed and and pillow were both very hard.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The service of the staff is impeccable!! They greeted us cheerfully right from the moment we arrived. All the staff are very helpful and made us feel at home right away! The food was delicious and the portions were generous!! We strongly recommend this place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice room overlooking the river, sound of frogs and water running all night. Beautiful. Interesting Japanese menu for breakfast and dinner, great to try something new. Staff was very kind and friendly. Everything was amazing and memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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Liked: Large rooms Did not like: Rigid dining schedule. Food, while plentiful and tasty, was served at a fast pace as the time available for dinner is limited. Private onsen not worthwhile -- water very hot and space cramped. No after dinner option to socialize. Bar very limited and closes (hard close) at 9 pm. Upon asking what people do in the evening we were told-- Onsen (bathe)! It is not everyone's preference to take a hot bath after dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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EXCELLENT!!!

Great staff, easy to communicate in English, the staff are very nice and helpful, they are always smiling, the private onsen is amazing, and the food is good too, I will come back again in winter!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The drive in the village to get to the Osen was super narrow, so make sure to drive carefully. Besides that, the staff was lovely, easy to talk to, and super friendly. Breakfast and dinner weren't bad. I was able to relax for a few days. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay in Kurokawa Onsen

We had a really enjoyable and pleasant stay. This onsen maintains a high level of professionalism while not losing any of its charm. The service was absolutely outstanding from the moment we arrived. The staff were attentive and lovely. The room was both charming and comfortable, while the food was one of the best we’ve had during our stay in Kyushu. The only small minor complaint we had was the group of Korean ladies being loud and disruptive in the otherwise quiet and peaceful bath and surroundings, and using their feet to turn on the shower tap, but that shouldn’t take away from an otherwise amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely lovely ryokan in Kurokawa Onsen. It is located fairly centrally, right by the bus stop and a short walk to the main shopping area. We booked a room with a private onsen. It was beautiful, spacious, and immaculately clean. Meals were served in the room, and we were given a choice of the time we wanted to have them. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The baths were lovely, with both an indoor and outdoor open air portion. They are tattoo friendly. The staff were all very kind and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a ryokan where the rooms have been updated but the onsen baths are still original, as is most of the town. The staff was extremely helpful. The cooks were very accommodating for gluten and dairy allergies, the breakfasts and dinners were delicious. There are two private baths you can reserve in addition to the male and female baths. The town is cute, you can walk all around it in a half hour, plus time for soft serve and coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Hotel nice onsen
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous food and nice onsen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

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Excellent kaiseki dinner and great onsen. Especailly enjoyed the orivate family onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025