Tabinoyado Asonoyu

8.3

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.3/10, based on 3 reviews.

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11th	Ryokan Kono-Yu	9.3/10	80
12th	Kosugian, Yamakawa Onsen	9.2/10	173
13th	Kurokawa-So	9.1/10	974
14th	Yamashinobu	9.1/10	853
15th	Kurokawa Onsen Yama no Yado Shinmeikan	9.1/10	342
16th	Kyutei	9.2/10	87
17th	Yumerindo	9.1/10	276
18th	Ryotei Matsuya Honkan Suizenji	9.1/10	125
19th	Ryokan Wakaba	9.0/10	578
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24th	Ryokan Nanjoen	8.9/10	183
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27th	Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi	8.8/10	1,038
28th	Shokinkan	9.1/10	14
29th	Sen-no-Mori	9.2/10	11
30th	Yunoyado Irifune	9.3/10	9
31st	Tsuetate Onsen Hotel Hizenya	8.7/10	752
32nd	Sato no Yu Waraku	8.8/10	39
33rd	Ryokan Hirayama	8.7/10	39
34th	Tamana Onsen Happouen	9.4/10	3
35th	Chalet de montagne Hibari d’Asagiri	8.9/10	6
36th	AsoTsuruya	8.5/10	80
37th	Takenokura Sansō, Hakusui Onsen	8.6/10	2
38th	Hikyou Shirakawagensen Sansou Takefue	8.4/10	5
39th	Tabinoyado Asonoyu Current ryokan	8.3/10	3
40th	Ryokoji Temple	5.2/10	1
41st	Yutorelo Yamaga	8.2/10	92
42nd	Wasuki Tsukasakan	8.1/10	231
43rd	Hotel Shosenkaku Romankan	7.4/10	9
44th	Yusai Bekkan	7.9/10	98
45th	Onyado Satsuki	7.8/10	63
46th	Shikino Mori	7.9/10	520
47th	Tabist Yamaga Onsen Yuyado Izumi	6.9/10	67
48th	Ryokan Yunosako	4.0/10	29
49th	Kikuchi Kanko Hotel	5.3/10	194
50th	Boyokaku	4.1/10	139
51st	Hirayama Onsen Ryokan Kadoya	3.5/10	67

Check-in from 4:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Hot Spring Town Countryside Escape Mountain Setting Hot Spring Bath Open-Air Bath Public Onsen

Location

869-2307 Kumamoto, Aso, Ozato 6, Japan

Staff 8,4/10

Facilities 8,2/10

Cleanliness 8,3/10

Comfort 8,2/10

Value for money 8,4/10

Location 8,3/10

Multiple Bath OptionsGuests can enjoy indoor, open-air, private baths, and even a footbath.

Free-Flowing OnsenNatural hot spring water is a key draw for a restorative, authentic soak.

Traditional Rural FeelThe inn is praised for its nostalgic, old-style atmosphere and calm countryside character.

Small, Quiet ScaleWith only 11 rooms, it offers a more intimate and low-key stay.

Good Aso BaseConvenient for exploring Aso sights while staying in the Uchinomaki hot-spring area.

Easy Parking AccessFree parking makes it practical for road trips around Aso.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town logic is the main driver here: one night works well for check-in, baths, dinner, sleep, breakfast, and a next-day Aso outing; a second night only makes sense if you want a slower Uchinomaki plus Aso caldera pace.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used for a short onsen stay in the Aso/Uchinomaki area, especially with a car or a simple one-night Aso sightseeing plan.

Know before booking

Car helps a lotAso area sightseeing spreads out widely, so travelers without a car may lose time on buses and taxis.

Not a long-stay baseThe ryokan suits a short reset better than a long regional base unless you already planned multiple Aso-area stops.

Simple rather than luxeThis looks like a smaller, traditional, homey inn, not a polished luxury ryokan with extensive facilities.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Ryokan meal venue for breakfast and dinner with local Aso dishes.

Aso Milk Factory Restaurant (nearby)

nearbyabout 800 m

Popular nearby dairy-focused restaurant with pizza, pasta, cheese, and sweets.

Imakin Shokudo (nearby)

nearbyabout 1 km

Well-known Uchimaki eatery famous for Akaushi beef bowls at lunch.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive at JR Aso Station or via Aso Kumamoto Airport and complete the last segment by local bus toward Uchinomaki Onsen plus a short walk, or by taxi if carrying luggage. If you want the simplest arrival, a taxi from JR Aso Station or Uchinomaki Station is usually the most practical option.

Uchinomaki Stationstation
3.8 kmabout 50 min walkabout 10 min by taxilimited local connections; best checked locally
Nearest JR station area, but service can be less useful than Aso Station for many travelers; taxi is usually the easiest last-leg option.
Aso Stationstation
6.1 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 10–15 min by taxiabout 20–30 min by local bus toward Uchinomaki Onsen plus a short walk, or best checked locally
Best all-around rail gateway for most visitors coming by JR; convenient for onward bus or taxi to the ryokan.
Miyaji Stationstation
9.0 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–20 min by taxipossible by local rail/bus combination, but usually less direct than Aso Station
Useful secondary JR access point, especially if your rail routing fits Miyaji better than Aso.
Aso City Chamber of Commerce and Industry bus stopbus
810 mabout 5–10 minabout 2–5 mindirectly useful for buses from JR Aso Station toward Uchinomaki Onsen; exact service should be checked locally
A practical bus stop for travelers using local buses into the Uchinomaki Onsen area; usually one of the better drop-off points for the ryokan area.
Miyaji Station Highway Bus Stopbus
8.8 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–20 min by taxiuseful for some regional highway-bus arrivals; onward local transfer times vary
Helpful if arriving by regional bus rather than rail, but not the simplest last-leg point compared with JR Aso Station.
Aso Kumamoto Airportairport
23 kmabout 45–60 min by car or taxi, depending on trafficoften about 60–90 min via airport bus and onward transfer, but best checked locally
Most useful airport for this ryokan; good choice for domestic arrivals into Kumamoto with onward bus, rental car, or taxi.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Authentic hot-spring focusThe inn is known for natural hot spring baths with water flowing directly from the source, including public and open-air baths for staying guests. That gives the stay a more genuine onsen feel than a standard countryside hotel.
Local Kumamoto-style mealsA highlight here is the home-style local cooking, especially specialties such as takana-meshi and dagojiru. It suits travelers who want regional food rather than a generic buffet.
Small and low-key atmosphereWith only 11 rooms, the ryokan feels more intimate and less hectic than the larger resorts around Aso. It is a good match if you prefer a quieter, more personal countryside stay.
Warm wooden characterThe interior is noted for its woody, cozy feel, which adds charm and makes the property feel more like a traditional inn than a modern chain hotel. That atmosphere is part of the appeal if you want a classic Japanese mood.
Useful base for Aso sightseeingThe property is in Aso City and works well as a base for exploring the wider Aso area, including onsen spots and volcanic scenery by car. It offers a calmer setting than staying in a busier urban area.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not especially convenient without a carAccess is around 10 minutes by taxi from Aso Station, so it is less convenient if you rely fully on trains and local transit. Arrivals, sightseeing, and dinner planning are easier with your own vehicle.
Simple rather than luxuriousThis ryokan is better described as modest and traditional than upscale. If you want premium design, large rooms, or a full resort-style experience, it may feel too basic.
Very limited room inventoryBecause the inn has only 11 rooms, popular dates can be harder to secure and options may be limited. That can be frustrating if you need flexibility or are booking late.
Likely fewer facilities than big Aso resortsThe appeal here is the baths, food, and relaxed inn atmosphere, not a long list of entertainment or wellness facilities. Travelers wanting multiple lounges, big view decks, or extensive services may find it too minimal.
Traditional style may not suit everyoneGuests looking for a sleek modern hotel experience may find the ryokan setting too old-school in tone. Its charm depends heavily on whether you enjoy classic Japanese lodging and a slower pace.

Current position: 39th out of 51 ryokans in Kumamoto.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
34th	Tamana Onsen Happouen	9.4/10	3
35th	Chalet de montagne Hibari d’Asagiri	8.9/10	6
36th	AsoTsuruya	8.5/10	80
37th	Takenokura Sansō, Hakusui Onsen	8.6/10	2
38th	Hikyou Shirakawagensen Sansou Takefue	8.4/10	5
39th	Tabinoyado Asonoyu Current ryokan	8.3/10	3
40th	Ryokoji Temple	5.2/10	1
41st	Yutorelo Yamaga	8.2/10	92
42nd	Wasuki Tsukasakan	8.1/10	231
43rd	Hotel Shosenkaku Romankan	7.4/10	9
44th	Yusai Bekkan	7.9/10	98