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Yamakawa ZENZO

3.0 star property
Adults-only ryokan in Oguni with free parking

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Economy Twin Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, spring water tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Economy Twin Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Executive Suite Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Yamakawa ZENZO creates a tranquil environment where guests can experience the therapeutic benefits of an indoor mineral hot spring. The property features a beautiful garden that enhances the peaceful atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the convenience of free WiFi in all rooms.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Economy Twin Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Spring water bathtub
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Executive Suite Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Executive Suite Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Spring water bathtub
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Map
1426, Kitazato, Oguni, Kumamoto, 869-2505

What's nearby

  • Kitazatoshiba Saburo Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Nabegataki - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Tsuetate Onsen - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Kuju Natural Zoo - 22 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Daikanbo - 27 min drive - 16.6 miles

Getting around

  • Minami-Yufu Station - 31 min drive
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪岡本とうふ店 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪手打ち蕎麦天晴 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪手打ちうどん 両国 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪おぐにサービスエリア風車 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪よしぶ - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Yamakawa ZENZO

Property highlights
Yamakawa ZENZO provides amenities like an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Yamakawa ZENZO have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with spring water tubs and toilets with electronic bidets
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 20 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 20 and older are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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 public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 20 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
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

Property is also known as

Yamakawa ZENZO Oguni
Yamakawa ZENZO Ryokan
Yamakawa ZENZO Ryokan Oguni

Frequently asked questions

Is Yamakawa ZENZO pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Yamakawa ZENZO?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Yamakawa ZENZO?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Yamakawa ZENZO?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yamakawa ZENZO located?

Situated in Oguni, this ryokan is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Yaba-Hita-Hikosan Quasi-National Park and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Kitazatoshiba Saburo Memorial. Road Station Oguni Yu Station and Jizobaru Fishining Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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