Gekkoju Kurokawa
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Gekkoju Kurokawa

2024 Global 100 - Cultural Hotels
Manganji 6777-2, 869-2402 Minamioguni Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
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With a stay at Kurokawa Onsen Gosyo Gekkoujyu in Minamioguni (Kurokawa Onsen), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Aso Kuju National Park and 5 minutes from Meotodaki Fall. This luxury ryokan is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Ikeyama Suigen.Show More
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4.7/5Amazing·Excellent Location
Will come again next year
Amenities
Private ParkingFreeHot springsSpaMassage roomRestaurant24-hour front deskWi-Fi in public areasFreeLuggage storage
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Surroundings
Airport: Kumamoto Airport
(57.3 km)
Train: JR Miyaji Station
(27.9 km)
Train: JR Namino Station
(28.3 km)
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Yumihari
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Yumihari

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
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Deluxe Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Kagetsu
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Deluxe Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Kagetsu

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Yoimachi
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Yoimachi

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
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Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Ariake
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Ariake

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
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Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Tenshin
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Tenshin

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
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Deluxe Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Kazemachi
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Deluxe Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Kazemachi

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
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Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Izayoi
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Superior Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Izayoi

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
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Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
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Deluxe Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Yumemi
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Deluxe Japanese-Style Room with Open Air Bath - Yumemi

2 Single bed and 2 Floor bedding
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
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4.7/5
Amazing
32 reviews
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  • Cleanliness4.7
  • Amenities4.7
  • Location4.7
  • Service4.5
Average for similar properties in Minamioguni
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x‍z‍m‍0‍9‍0‍8
November 6, 2024
Will come again next year
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T‍s‍z‍ ‍H‍o‍k
August 31, 2024
The location of the hotel is slightly inferior and you need to drive by yourself. But I felt very good after arriving. The overall quality was high-end, and the in room dining was excellent. The hotel staff were friendly and the special bath in the room was perfect.
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A‍n‍o‍n‍y‍m‍o‍u‍s‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 2, 2024
I remember seeing a review that said, "Except for the high price, everything else is very good." Sure enough. This hotel has only eight suites (or villas with hot springs inside). Each villa has its own name and has its own characteristics. The hotel we stayed at this time was called Gongzhang. The room is very large, decorated with antique style, spotlessly clean. The privacy is extremely high. Your own suite has a dining room with a charcoal grill (you can choose to enjoy high-end Japanese cuisine here), a bathing hot spring, and a large outdoor hot spring with a rock shape (usually only seen on travel programs) ), there are small indoor hot springs for footbaths (I heard that only three of them have this facility), and there are two other hot springs in the public area outside, but each household has a private time reservation and is unique. The hotel also specially matched Chinese-speaking waiters, and the service was very good. This stay was the highlight of the trip!
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
June 19, 2024
Although the hotel is located in a relatively high location in Kurokawa Onsen, it is relatively quiet and comfortable. People who do not drive themselves can make an appointment for hotel pick-up service. The driver is very friendly and kind. Upon arrival, as soon as I stepped into the hotel, the service was impeccable. I felt like I was at home. The waiters were kind and attentive. The food was fresh and rich. I really felt it was worth the money. Our reservation is for spring and summer in June. We will definitely visit again in winter. It is a worthwhile experience.
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N‍u‍o‍n‍u‍o‍k‍a‍f‍e‍i
June 7, 2024
The bad reviews of the service were for the agency and Ctrip customer service. Later, Ctrip customer service apologized to me sincerely. It is best to book on the official website yourself. The agency is too bad. The service of the hotel is excellent. The hotel is in Kurokawa Onsen. I am a free traveler and do not drive myself. The transportation is inconvenient. There is no train, only bus, and there are only three buses a day. The Kurokawa Onsen bus station is an unmanned station with no toilets, no taxis, and no business. Based on some common sense about the inconvenience of transportation in the secret hot spring, I asked Ctrip customer service to make an appointment for the station the day before, and was told that there was no pick-up service and I had to walk there myself. At that time, I felt that it was wrong. Apple navigation said that it was 20 minutes away. As a result, I was dumbfounded when I arrived at the station. I contacted the hotel myself. The front desk did not speak English well. He asked me where my name came from and immediately knew that he sent a car to pick me up. When I arrived, the driver bowed and apologized to me. It took 5 or 6 minutes to drive to the hotel. It was all uphill without signs. When checking in, the hotel staff said that they wanted to ask me how to get to the hotel, but the agency was a landline and no one answered. The hotel has always had a pick-up service. Yueguangshu Hotel is almost perfect. There are only 8 rooms, each of which is very good, and the facilities and supplies are extremely attentive and of excellent quality. Each room has two indoor and outdoor hot springs. The hot spring water is of excellent quality and is really skin-beautifying. The food is top-notch and very enjoyable. In addition, the hotel does not need to find staff who can speak Chinese. Japanese employees are much more polite and enthusiastic. It is enough to use translation software or gestures. The main reason for coming to Japan is that I like the enthusiasm and uncompromised service. In short, Gekkoju is worth a try and I will come again. The water quality of Kurokawa Onsen is well-deserved. There are also high-quality hotels such as Takefu. It is up to you to choose a budget. They are all quite good, but it is too deserted and the transportation is inconvenient. There are no convenience stores or coffee shops, only two or three restaurants. If you want to stay a few more days and stay in a few more hotels, you don’t know where to go after checking out at noon.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 30, 2024
The third time I stayed here, I was lucky enough to book the same room type for two nights in a row. First, the food on Saturday is better than that on Friday, no matter morning or evening. Second experience, if possible, try to stay for 2-3 nights. Staying for 1 night is still a bit rushed. Staying for one more night will give you a much better experience. The third feeling is that the service is as excellent as ever, the best price in Honshu + Kyushu, real butler-style service.
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F‍l‍o‍w‍e‍r‍1‍9‍7‍8
January 26, 2024
Thank you very much Butler Guo for your service to us! Kind and polite! Try your best to meet our requirements! The room is beautiful! The hot springs are great!
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 21, 2023
The staff, the food, the bathroom, and the room were all very nice. thank you very much. Sorry to bother you again.
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K‍e‍w‍e‍i‍s‍i‍s‍h‍i‍d‍a‍k‍a‍i
October 17, 2023
Apart from being expensive, there are no drawbacks! An ultimate enjoyment! The hotel provides one stay and two meals, both meals are very delicious, recommended! In addition to the private bath in the room, you can also make reservations for the sky bath and the cave bath at the top of the mountain, both of which have their own characteristics. The hot spring town is also very interesting to visit, one step at a time~ The hotel service was considerate and they even prepared Wagyu burgers for us to take on the road when we left.
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Services & Amenities

Hot springs
Spa
Restaurant
Restaurant
Cuisine: Japanese
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Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
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Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Cleaning Services
Facilities for Children
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–18:00
Check-out: 09:00–11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeJapanese
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

Property Description

  • Opened: 2016
  • Number of Rooms: 8
With a stay at Kurokawa Onsen Gosyo Gekkoujyu in Minamioguni (Kurokawa Onsen), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Aso Kuju National Park and 5 minutes from Meotodaki Fall. This luxury ryokan is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Ikeyama Suigen.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. This ryokan also features complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 3.00 km.

At Kurokawa Onsen Gosyo Gekkoujyu, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature spring water baths and complimentary toiletries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for Gekkoju Kurokawa?

The cancellation policy for Gekkoju Kurokawa varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gekkoju Kurokawa?

Standard check-in time at Gekkoju Kurokawa is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00.

What amenities and services are available at Gekkoju Kurokawa ?

Gekkoju Kurokawa offer top amenities and services include Hot springs, Spa, Massage room.

Does Gekkoju Kurokawa provide breakfast?

Yes, Breakfast is offered at Gekkoju Kurokawa. Breakfast option(s): Japanese.

Can I bring my pet inside the Gekkoju Kurokawa?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Gekkoju Kurokawa.

Is there a restaurant at Gekkoju Kurokawa?

Yes, Gekkoju Kurokawa offers on-site dining. You can enjoy a variety of Japanese dishes, all prepared with carefully selected, high-quality ingredients.

How far is the Gekkoju Kurokawa from the closest airport?

The closest airport is Kumamoto Airport, and it is about 1 hour 17 mins from hotel by car (57.3 km).

Is airport shuttle service offered by Gekkoju Kurokawa ?

No, the Gekkoju Kurokawa doesn't offer airport transfer services.

Can I smoke in Gekkoju Kurokawa?

Gekkoju Kurokawa provides a smoking area. Please contact the hotel for further information on the smoking policy in public areas and guest rooms.

About This Property

Nearest AirportKumamoto Airport
Distance to Airport57.32KM
Nearest Train StationJR Miyaji Station
Distance to Train Station27.87KM
Average Price FromPHP56896
Hotel Star Rating5