Kurokawa Onsen
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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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陳 **
5 days ago
This is the most enthusiastic tour guide I have ever met. He worked hard to adjust the schedule for this trip. When we were about to give up, he was still willing to communicate with the driver and make adjustments. I sincerely recommend it. Attached are the photos of that day. 2025.4.2
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凌 *
5 days ago
It should be a good trip, but the weather was not good. The crater was not open, and Kusa Senri could not see anything because of the fog. But we tasted red beef, coffee, and ice cream. When we arrived at Kurokawa, the beautiful tour guide was very dedicated to helping every guest who needed to take a hot spring to contact the hot spring pool. The explanations in Chinese and English were very fluent. When we encountered guests who were in a hurry on the way, we also thought of many ways to solve the problem. Humans are really kind.
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ho *****
6 days ago
You can go to several places in one day, especially the crater, which is difficult to go by yourself, so it is very convenient to sign up for a tour. Also, the guide Ada was friendly. In addition, it is recommended that travel agencies can allocate seats in advance, many single tours themselves sat in two seats, so that I and my family to sit separately.
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Klook User
6 days ago
really good tour, excellent guide who was friendly, welcoming, insightful and helpful. traffic was bad on the way home, but we were warned. well worth a visit to the castle and the crater.
Klook用戶
4 Apr
The tour guide Xiao Shuai is very serious and responsible. He gives a detailed introduction to the historical background and interesting facts of the scenic spots, and is enthusiastic and proactive in helping tourists solve problems. The weather changed a lot on that day, but we arrived at the main attractions smoothly. It was a very good day trip experience!
Yu *******
4 Apr
The tour guide Lina service is very friendly, the introduction is clear, the attractions are beautiful, the trip is arranged just right, not too loose or too rushed, the driver driving stable and safe, get in the car to sleep off the car to take pictures, recommended!
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4 Apr
Very convenient itinerary, solved the inconvenience of going to several places, it was really great to go to Kurokawa Onsen, highly recommended, it makes people feel comfortable
wong ***
4 Apr
The female tour guide was very friendly and professional. She could speak fluent Mandarin and English. The driver also provided good service. Everything went smoothly on the trip and the tour time was OK. Mount Aso was originally at a red light, but the tour guide worked hard to wait and try again. We were able to enter the crater, but be aware that the smell is not too strong, but people with sensitive trachea will cough easily, so masks need to be prepared. The weather was very good and every scenic spot was beautiful. Thank you for your hard work and tour guide.
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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.