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Yamashinobu

小田温泉 静寂な森の宿 山しのぶ

12 rooms in a quiet forest, seven free-flowing spring baths open 24 hours

★ 3.0TrustYou 98/100 · 800 reviews|Aso-gun
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ABOUT

About this ryokan

♨️12 rooms in a quiet forest, seven free-flowing spring baths open 24 hours

Kumamoto · Oda Onsen Yamashinobu

A Hidden Inn in the Forest
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A Hidden Inn in the Forest

  • 🌿Just 12 rooms on 1,500 tsubo of forested grounds at Oda Onsen, near Kurokawa Onsen.
  • 🏡Founded in 1994 with only 8 rooms, with the wish that guests could simply enjoy the quiet.
  • 🚭The entire inn has been non-smoking since October 2019.
Free-Flowing Skin-Beautifying Spring
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Free-Flowing Skin-Beautifying Spring

  • ♨️The inn's own source (67.4°C) is a sodium-bicarbonate, chloride and sulfate spring, served free-flowing.
  • 💧It contains 310 mg of metasilicic acid, a moisturizing component known for leaving skin smooth.
  • 🪨A men's open-air bath ringed with massive boulders, a women's open-air bath of rounded stones, plus indoor baths for each.
Seven Baths to Explore
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Seven Baths to Explore

  • 🔑Three private baths (Kawasemi-no-yu, Kitsutsuki-no-yu, Goemon-no-yu) are free; just lock the door when one is vacant.
  • 🕐All seven baths are available 24 hours from check-in to check-out.
  • 🚶Day-trip bathing is accepted from 11:00 to 14:00, closed over the New Year holidays.
Rooms
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Rooms

  • 🛏️The general wing has 6 Japanese rooms of 7.5 + 3 tatami; Japanese-Western rooms with two beds were added in 2023 (no in-room bath).
  • 🛁New Wing rooms have two rooms (6 + 4.5 tatami), a free-flowing open-air bath and indoor bath, a kitchenette and heated corridor floors.
  • 🌳The two detached annex cottages (10 + 4.5 tatami) are the largest, with an open-air bath for 3–4 adults facing the garden (up to 6 guests).
Mountain-Village Kaiseki
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Mountain-Village Kaiseki

  • 🐴Kaiseki featuring Kumamoto's famous horse sashimi, Akaushi beef, Aso chicken and local vegetables grilled on a ceramic plate.
  • 🍜Salt-grilled river fish and homemade soba are served, with menus changing by season.
  • 🍚Rice is grown by the owner on the inn's own farm; breakfast and dinner are served in the dining hall at sunken kotatsu or table seats.
Irori Hearth and Local Sake
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Irori Hearth and Local Sake

  • 🔥The irori room invites guests to gather and chat around an open fire.
  • 🍶After dinner, local Minamioguni sake is offered free of charge (until 22:00).
  • 🎁A souvenir corner features items selected by the proprietress.
Observatory, Library and Terrace
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Observatory, Library and Terrace

  • 🔭On clear nights, guests can stargaze at the observatory after dinner.
  • 📚The library is a quiet spot for reading or writing a travel journal after a bath.
  • 🪑Relax in rocking chairs on the terrace overlooking rice fields; there is also a footbath.
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Access

  • 🚌Take the Nishitetsu direct bus from Hakata or Fukuoka Airport, or the Kyushu Odan Bus from Kumamoto Station, to the Kurokawa Onsen stop.
  • 🚐Free pickup from the Kurokawa Onsen stop after 15:00; send your time and place by the day before (about 5 min by taxi).
  • 🚗About 1 hr 20 min from Hita IC or about 1 hr from Yufuin IC; free parking for 12 cars.
Seven Baths to Explore
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Seven Baths to Explore

  • 🔑Three private baths (Kawasemi-no-yu, Kitsutsuki-no-yu, Goemon-no-yu) are free; just lock the door when one is vacant.
  • 🕐All seven baths are available 24 hours from check-in to check-out.
  • 🚶Day-trip bathing is accepted from 11:00 to 14:00, closed over the New Year holidays.
Rooms
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Rooms

  • 🛏️The general wing has 6 Japanese rooms of 7.5 + 3 tatami; Japanese-Western rooms with two beds were added in 2023 (no in-room bath).
  • 🛁New Wing rooms have two rooms (6 + 4.5 tatami), a free-flowing open-air bath and indoor bath, a kitchenette and heated corridor floors.
  • 🌳The two detached annex cottages (10 + 4.5 tatami) are the largest, with an open-air bath for 3–4 adults facing the garden (up to 6 guests).

A peaceful forest retreat near Kurokawa Onsen with seven free-flowing baths open around the clock, and annex and New Wing rooms with private open-air baths ideal for families. Note that general rooms have no in-room bath and meals are served in the dining hall, not in your room.

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Property Location Located in Minamioguni, Yamashinobu is a 5-minute drive from Meotodaki Fall and 10 minutes from Sky Park Azamidai Observatory. This ryokan is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Ikeyama Suigen and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Sujiyu Onsen. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is av…Read more ↓

Property Location Located in Minamioguni, Yamashinobu is a 5-minute drive from Meotodaki Fall and 10 minutes from Sky Park Azamidai Observatory. This ryokan is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Ikeyama Suigen and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Sujiyu Onsen. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers. Business Amenities Featured amenities include luggage storage and a library. Free self parking is available onsite. Dining At Yamashinobu, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Nearby Attractions Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Meotodaki Fall - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi Sky Park Azamidai Observatory - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi Ikeyama Suigen - 11 km / 6.8 mi Sujiyu Onsen - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi Kitazatoshiba Saburo Memorial - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi Kuju mountain - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi Sakamoto Zenzo Museum of Art - 14.1 km / 8.8 mi Kuju Flower Park - 14.6 km / 9.1 mi Nabegataki - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi Mount Kuzumi - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi Ubuyama Farm - 17.3 km / 10.7 mi Tsuetate Onsen - 19.5 km / 12.1 mi Daikanbo - 21.2 km / 13.1 mi Kuju Natural Zoo - 22.7 km / 14.1 mi Aso Shrine - 23.3 km / 14.5 mi The nearest major airport is Kumamoto (KMJ) - 59.1 km / 36.7 mi

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ACCESS

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♨ Kurokawa Onsen · 30 ryokan in this onsen town

FACILITIES

Facilities & Services

  • Parking lot
  • Interior safe
  • Air conditioner
  • Restaurant
  • High speed internet access in the room

POLICY

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Mandatory fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: · A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply. We have included all charges provided to us b…Read more ↓

Mandatory fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: · A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Other information · Children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. · 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. Check-in Instructions · Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy · Government-issued photo identification and a 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 Special Check-in Instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

* These policies are the property's own text, in English; the cancellation policy shown at booking takes precedence.

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FAQ

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What are the check-in and check-out times at Yamashinobu?
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
Where is Yamashinobu located?
It is in Aso-gun. Address: 5960 Manganji, Minamioguni machi.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Free-cancellation deadlines vary by rate plan and are shown with each room. Cancelling before the deadline gives a full refund.

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98/100

800 reviews

Check-in / Check-out

Check-in

15:00

15:00 ~ 18:00

Check-out

10:00

Until 10:00

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