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Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen Ryokan Minawa
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Rakuten Travel rating: 4.71 out of 5 (507 reviews). Guests report that the rooms with open-air baths let families bathe at a leisurely pace without watching the clock. They praise the dinner, with its tasty meat and fish, and rate the breakfast highly as well. On the other hand, because the setting is a peaceful one surrounded by rice paddies, some guests report that insects can be bothersome in certain seasons, so bringing insect repellent is a good idea.
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Kids Facilities
Detached rooms with free-flowing onsen open-air baths
Detached rooms with free-flowing onsen open-air baths
Every room has its own open-air bath fed by free-flowing onsen water that can be used around the clock, so families can bathe completely privately without worrying about other guests. Even families with young children who are uneasy about a communal bath can soak at their own pace, whenever they like.
- •Every room has an open-air bath with free-flowing onsen water available 24 hours a day
- •Every room is a detached cottage, so bathing is completely private
- •Please keep a close eye on young children while they are bathing
A ryokan of detached cottages with open-air baths
A ryokan of detached cottages with open-air baths
Every room is a detached cottage surrounded by deep greenery, giving the relaxed feel of staying at a vacation home. Plans with children's rates and meals for children under school age are also available, making the ryokan a good fit for families with babies and young children.
- •Every room is a detached cottage and is not shared with other guests
- •Plans with children's rates and meals for children under school age are available
- •Some rooms were renovated in 2024
Overview
Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen Ryokan Minawa is an onsen ryokan in Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen where every room is a detached cottage with its own open-air bath. Each room's open-air bath is fed by free-flowing onsen water and can be used around the clock, so families can bathe completely privately without worrying about other guests. Surrounded by deep greenery, it has the relaxed feel of staying at a vacation home. Plans with children's rates and meals for children under school age are also available, making it a good fit for families with babies and young children. Some rooms were renovated in 2024.
A Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen ryokan where every room is a detached cottage with an open-air bath
Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen Ryokan Minawa is an onsen ryokan in Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen, surrounded by deep greenery, where every room is a detached cottage with its own open-air bath. It is about 30 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport via the Tawarayama Tunnel route, making it easy to reach with children.
A free-flowing onsen open-air bath in every room
Every room has its own open-air bath fed by free-flowing onsen water that can be used around the clock, so families can bathe completely privately without worrying about other guests. Even families with young children who are uneasy about a communal bath can soak at their own pace, whenever they like.
A ryokan of detached cottages with open-air baths
Every room is a detached cottage, giving the relaxed feel of staying at a vacation home. Plans with children's rates and meals for children under school age are also available, making the ryokan a good fit for families with babies and young children. Some rooms were renovated in 2024 for greater comfort.
Access
The ryokan is in Kain, Minamiaso-mura, Aso-gun, Kumamoto, in Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen, in the area reached from JR Tateno Station. Parking is provided. A stay here combines well with sightseeing around Minamiaso, including the majestic nature of Aso, the Shirakawa Suigen spring and the Minamiaso Railway. Meals accommodating allergies can be arranged.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 2510 Kain, Minamiaso-mura, Aso-gun, Kumamoto 869-1404 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 30 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport via the Tawarayama Tunnel route, in the area reached from JR Tateno Station, set in Minamiaso Tawarayama Onsen amid deep greenery. Parking is provided. |
| trainNearest station | Tateno Station |
| local_parkingParking | Parking for 20 cars, free of charge, with no reservation required. |
| callPhone | +81-967-67-4188 |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.aso-minawa.jp/open_in_new |
Reference price as of August 22, 2026 (stay date 2026-09-12). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the rates for children?
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Co-sleeping is available for up to 4 children. Upper-grade elementary school children pay 80% of the adult rate, and lower-grade elementary school children pay 60%. Rates for babies and young children range from 1,000 yen to 8,000 yen depending on whether meals and bedding are included.
Do we need to let the ryokan know if we will arrive late?
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Yes. If you will arrive after 6 p.m., please contact the ryokan in advance.
Can we pay by credit card at the ryokan?
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No. Credit cards cannot be used on site. The bathing tax of 150 yen is also payable separately on site.
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