Top Ryokans in Nishi-Usuki District in 2026

Three months ago there was a major earthquake which hit Kumamoto. Takachiho Gorge is in Kumamoto prefecture. I was scheduled to arrive some 2 weeks later but had to postpone trip till now coz many roads were damaged.

Currently some part of this gorge is still closed. The boat rowing below also closed as water is too high I was told. Still, it's been a place I had wanted to see for many years and am happy to finally made it and hence marked the completion of my tour of all the 47 prefectures of Japan! Hurray!!!

Without the boats and people in the water, it is a little difficult to appreciate how big the gorge is! May be next time!

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Our top choices for Nishi-Usuki District ryokans

Kamenoi Hotel Aso

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Wing Yan

￥34,347 total

Apr 9 - Apr 10

Aso Baien Spa Resort

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Daisuke

￥26,328 total

Apr 16 - Apr 17

Yukino-Shita Villa, Japanese Traditional Style, Twin Room with Open-Air Bath(Check-in by 6PM) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, spring water tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Bettei Soan

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Karen

￥73,600 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo Hanadomari

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Mark

￥39,900 total

Apr 7 - Apr 8

Western-style room with a private open air bath, TypeB2 | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Miyama Sanso

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Minamiaso

￥28,226 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

Hotel Yumeshizuku

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IRENE

￥53,999 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

Hakusui Onsen Takenokura Sansou

Minamiaso

Sze Wai

￥36,745 total

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Hoshino Resorts KAI Aso

Kokonoe

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Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Free minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Ryokan Gensuiro

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Basic Quadruple Room, Mountain View | Bathroom

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Nobeoka

Stephane

￥9,441 total

Apr 11 - Apr 12

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Ryokan Yamatoya

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Kanaoi with Open Air Bath | Terrace/patio

Genryu no Yado Hozantei

Kurokawa Onsen

"Nice view, nice room, nice service, nice food. The hotel is surrounded by very nice environment. The leaves were turning red when I visited, I can imagine how nice it would be when all leaf turns red. The facility is very simple and rustic. I could enjoy and relax in such beautiful environment. The staff was very nice and I felt welcomed. I had trouble with the in-door hotspring and the staff could help fix it and followed through. I admire the owner came to welcome us during meal time and sent...

Senomoto Kogen Hotel

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Shinwaen

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Top Nishi-Usuki District Hotel Reviews

Hotel Grateful Takachiho

8/10 Good

"Room is clean. Wifi is good. For a layover, it is ok."

Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

10/10 Excellent

" > We had a great stay here while traveling with my wife and son. The owner is incredibly kind and welcoming. We arrived on New Year’s Eve and couldn’t find any restaurants open, but the owner helped us by drawing a handwritten map and explaining everything clearly — it was really thoughtful. > > The room was clean, tidy, and very comfortable, with a classic Western–Japanese style. One of the highlights was the observatory. The owner gave us a tour and showed us the planets, which was absolutely amazing and something our family will never forget. > > Highly recommended!"