Kurokawa Onsen

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★ 5.0 (1K+ reviews) • 50+ booked
Kurokawa Onsen is a hot spring town in Japan. It's in the middle of Kyushu, about 20 kilometers north of Mount Aso. The town has charming streets lined with traditional inns, small bathhouses, cute shops, and cafes. There's even a small shrine and charming bridges that lead right to the Ryokan inns over the river. Walking through the town is a lot of fun, especially in the simple yukata robes and wooden sandals that your ryokan gives you. But there's more! Kurokawa is famous for its outdoor baths and traditional inns, perfect for relaxing in warm, healing waters while surrounded by beautiful nature. That's why many people like to go "onsen hopping" in Kurokawa. You can try different hot springs using a special pass that lets you visit lots of baths, including foot baths, private open-air baths, and even a cave bath. You can easily get to Kurokawa Onsen by taking a highway bus from Aso Station or Hakata Station, so it's perfect for a day trip or an overnight stay. It's the perfect getaway from busy city life, offering a refreshing hot spring retreat.
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Kurokawa Onsen, Manganji, Minamioguni, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-2402, Japan

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Must-visit Baths at Kurokawa Onsen

Yamamizuki

If you're visiting Kurokawa Onsen, you have to check out Yamamizuki. It's famous for its beautiful outdoor baths right by a mountain river. The outdoor baths here are so peaceful and beautiful that they're considered some of the best in Japan. There are indoor baths too, all separate for men and women for privacy and comfort.

Iyashi no Sato Kiyashiki

Even though Iyashi no Sato Kiyashiki is newer than some other hot spring spots, it offers a lot of different pools. You can enjoy an indoor bath, a neat wooden tub, a standing bath, and a big outdoor bath surrounded by thick leaves.

Kurokawaso

Kurokawaso has a huge outdoor bath surrounded by tall, green trees with a great view of a cliff. You can also enjoy a smaller outdoor pool and a big indoor bath here.

Oku no Yu

Oku no Yu provides various exciting baths, including a steam sauna, a cave bath, and outdoor pools by the river. While it might not look as fancy as some other places, the wide range of baths makes it worth visiting. This onsen is great for anyone who loves to explore different hot spring experiences.

Sato no Yu Waraku

Waraku at Kurokawa Onsen has an outdoor bath and a rock cave bath for day visitors. The baths switch daily between men and women. If you stay overnight, you can also enjoy private hot spring baths in your room.