Minamioguni Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese village with wooden houses and a flowing river.
A lush green valley with scattered buildings and a clear blue sky.
A traditional Japanese village with wooden houses and a flowing river.
A lush green hillside with rolling hills and a cloudy sky.
A red post box with Japanese characters and the word "POST" on it, located near a tree and a road.

Where to stay in Minamioguni

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A traditional Japanese village with a river, autumn foliage, and multi-story houses.

Kurokawa Onsen

Visitors to Kurokawa Onsen enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aso Kuju National Park is worth a stop.

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

3 out of 5
Manganji 6554-1 Minamioguni Kumamoto
The price is £242 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£242
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stay at this ryokan in Minamioguni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck and Meotodaki ...
Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI
Yusai Bekkan

Yusai Bekkan

2 out of 5
6561-1 Manganji Minamioguni Kumamoto
The price is £103 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£103
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stay at this ryokan in Minamioguni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and slippers. Popular attractions Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck and Meotodaki Fall ...
8.4/10 Very good! (30 reviews)
"Clean and spacious traditional style room. Toilet was somehow a bit too small though, not particularly comfortable to use. Basin (for hand washing after using toilet) was then on the other side of the room which was a bit inconvenient. Hot spring facilities were at a different building (much newer ..."

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Yusai Bekkan
Gekkoju Kurokawa

Gekkoju Kurokawa

4.5 out of 5
Ooaza Manganji 6777-2, Asogun Minamioguni Kumamoto
The price is £1,140 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
£1,140
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this luxury ryokan in Minamioguni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck and Meotodaki ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"It was the perfect gateway into our Ryokan/onsen experience with beautiful & spacious accommodations in a super private and relaxing setting. Having our own onsen with view of the mountains was an absolute dream after a week in the big cities. The attentive staff were exceptional and brought dinner ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Gekkoju Kurokawa
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Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

3 out of 5
Manganji6489-5 Minamioguni Kumamoto
Stay at this cottage in Minamioguni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"Beautiful cabin, but it lack chairs. It did have floor cushions which is typical in Japan"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage
Kurasako Onsen Sakura

Kurasako Onsen Sakura

2.5 out of 5
2849-1, Manganji Kurasako Minamioguni Kumamoto
Stay at this cabin in Minamioguni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Meotodaki Fall and Hiranodai Kogen Observation ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"Roomy, self-contained cabin in the hills above Kurakawa Onsen with private spring-fed bath. Great base for exploring the Aso-Kuju region."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Kurasako Onsen Sakura
Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa

Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa

4 out of 5
Manganji Minamioguni Kumamoto
Stay at this villa in Minamioguni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions Meotodaki Fall and Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (50 reviews)
"Very clean and well-maintained, the villa is spacious and faces east so you get a sunrise view from the living area. Make sure you reach before sundown because the road in is winding and treacherous. Best to familiarise yourself on your first drive at peast."

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa
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Stay near popular Minamioguni attractions

Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck

10.0/10 (6 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Minamioguni when you spend time at Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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Things to do

Fukuoka Kyushu Autumn Scenic 4 Spots Day Tour

Fukuoka Kyushu Autumn Scenic 4 Spots Day Tour

£48
per adult
Fukuoka Kyushu Autumn Scenic 4 Spots Day Tour
Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Trip from Fukuoka with Kusasenri

Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Trip from Fukuoka with Kusasenri

£75
per adult
Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Trip from Fukuoka with Kusasenri
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