Okurabaru

Travel Guide

A mountainous landscape with terraced fields and a winding road.
A stone monument with inscriptions, surrounded by trees and a distant mountain range.
A traditional Japanese temple with a curved roof, surrounded by trees and a large stone lantern.
A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and ornate roofs.
A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and ornate roofs.
Solest Takachiho Hotel

Solest Takachiho Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1261-1, MITAI Takachiho MIYAZAKI
$193 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
$213 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Stay at this hotel in Takachiho. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (690 reviews)
"a realy nice hotel, with a nice restaurant which serve realy gd. food."

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2026

Solest Takachiho Hotel
Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

3 out of 5
Manganji 6554-1 Minamioguni Kumamoto
$261 nightly
The price is $289 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$289 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this ryokan in Minamioguni. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck and Meotodaki ...
Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI
Kamenoi Hotel Aso

Kamenoi Hotel Aso

4 out of 5
5936 Ichinomiyamachi Miyaji Aso Kumamoto
$184 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$204 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this ryokan in Aso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Mount ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (392 reviews)
"We had a great time at the hotel. It is very quiet and the location is amazing. We really enjoyed the buffet dinner and breakfast and the onsen was a great way to start and end the day! Our room was spacious (twin beds) with a great view of the mountain. We will definitely come back if we ever come ..."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Kamenoi Hotel Aso
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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 WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the property condition in our 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 Aug 5, 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 WiFi, 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 Oct 27, 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 WiFi, 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 Nov 28, 2025

Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa
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Things to do

Day Trip From Mount Aso to Miyazaki with Boat Ride

Day Trip From Mount Aso to Miyazaki with Boat Ride

$125
per adult
Day Trip From Mount Aso to Miyazaki with Boat Ride
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class

$22
per adult
Kumamoto: Traditional Ikinari Dango Cooking Class
Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Trip from Fukuoka with Kusasenri

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

$100
per adult
Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Trip from Fukuoka with Kusasenri
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Okurabaru?
The best time to visit Okurabaru is from May through September, when the weather is warm and ideal for exploring. For fewer crowds and better value, the quieter months of November through February are a good bet, offering cooler weather and a more relaxed atmosphere.
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Should I stay in a hotel or vacation rental in Okurabaru?
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