Kumamoto's Yamanoyu is a quaint, reasonable and perfectly-located ryokan in the heart of Kurokawa Onsen. With only a small number of rooms, the inn feels very private. For the onsen lover, there are a variety to choose from - an outdoor rotemburo, segregated indoor shared baths, and a couple of private indoor baths that can be reserved at no extra cost. The staff is very friendly and meals are impressive. This is an inn that won't disappoint.
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Kumamoto's Yamanoyu Ryokan
A Jewel in Kurokawa Onsen
By Sandra Isaka
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Yui Yamaguchi
9 years ago
Nice place to enjoy foods and onsen. I'll stay in a ryokan in Kurokawa Onsen area with my family in May because of Mandy's article, too.
Mandy Bartok
9 years ago
Thanks, Yui! I do love that area. I have tried out almost ALL of the main baths now. It's a good goal to have, I figure. :)
Mandy Bartok
9 years ago
I've stayed at Yamanoyu as well ... I thought the Kumamon etched onto the fishcakes were a cute touch!
Your article was one of the reasons I chose to stay there !
Mandy Bartok
9 years ago
Aww, so great to know people are actually reading them! ;)
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