2025 Oguni Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Driving from Fukuoka to Kurokawa Onsen, passing through Oguni Town, I accidentally found a popular soba noodle restaurant #手打そば優心. Although it is a rural area, it has good business. If you don't make an appointment, you have to wait for half an hour. I wandered around nearby. While visiting, I unexpectedly visited the #Oguni Shrine with its towering ancient trees, and the #Keyaki Water Source along the Sakura River. The shop of Shouda Soba Youxin is very Zen-like, decorated with a row of wooden fences. Inside is an L-shaped workbench. Sitting in the tatami seating area, you can watch the noodle cooking process up close, from rolling the noodles, putting them in the pot, chilling them, adding ingredients, The chef's skillful plating is really brilliant and interesting. We ordered a tempura set and a beef rice bowl. The cold buckwheat noodles were served in a bamboo sieve and dipped in the sauce. They were smooth and slurpy. The tempura was fried crispy and delicious, and the beef was roasted tender and juicy. The soba cold noodles were a real treat. Another bowl was duck soba noodles in soup, which was lush and green, with a sweet soup and tender duck meat; I also ordered a portion of tamagoyaki in soup, which was a warm egg roll with rich soup, very delicious. Finally, the chef will scoop a spoonful of noodle cooking water and add it to the remaining dipping sauce container, which transforms it into a fragrant and rich soup stock. It tastes so delicious! Quite a delicious and fun experience. #Hand-typed そば优心 Opening hours: 1100-1600 Address: 1635-5 Miyahara, Oguni, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-2501 Japan Average consumption per person: 1,000-2,000 yen #Japan Cherry Blossom Viewing #Kyushu Food #Soba Noodles #Oguni Town

Even though the heat is intense, you want to feel cool even while sightseeing! In particular, near waterfalls you can feel the coolness of negative ions and water spray! Today we will introduce Nabegataki, a waterfall that is a popular tourist spot that Kumamoto is proud of. It is popular not only because of the beauty of the waterfall, but also because if you get close to the base of the waterfall, you can actually go behind the waterfall, which is a rare spot! ️ Due to its popularity, reservations are required 🙈 If you are planning to go, make sure to make a reservation in advance! [How to make a reservation]☑︎When you search for "Nabegataki reservation", the Oguni Town page will appear. Go to the reservation page from there.☑︎You will be taken to the member registration page on the "webket" site, so first register there.☑︎Once you have registered, proceed to the ticket purchase screen and select from the calendar. Reservations are made in 40-minute increments. [Notes]☑︎Cancellation is free☑︎Reservation times: 9:00-16:00☑︎Reservations can be made on the day☑︎Even if you go to the site without making a reservation, if there is availability, they will process it on the spot☑︎Be careful with your footwear as it is slippery☑︎The water spray behind the waterfall is quite intense☑︎Access is by car That's all! How about it! Please visit it when you are sightseeing in Kumamoto! 〜〜〜〜〜Information〜〜〜〜〜📍Nabegataki WaterfallsAddress: Kurobuchi, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto PrefectureAccess: 75 minutes from Kumamoto AirportOpening hours: 9:00-17:00Fee: 300 yen for high school students and above, 150 yen for elementary and junior high school studentsCaution: Falls are at your own risk, so please walk carefully〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜 #besttrip2023 #Kumamototourism #healingspot #waterfall #negativeions

The Tsuetate Onsen Koinobori Festival is held every year between April and early May. The scenery of Aso, which is rich in nature, and the large number of colorful carp streamers are very beautiful 🎏 It's impressive, so even small children can enjoy it! As it is a hot spring town, you can eat hot spring eggs and there are plenty of food stalls. The parking lot is always full at this time of year, and it takes a while to find a parking spot, so we recommend going early in the morning. #tripmemory2022

\\Spots// Waita Onsenkyo, where the best season for autumn leaves is coming up, has many places where you can enjoy natural hot springs at reasonable prices. The one we visited this time, Horei no Yado, is a rare hot spring inn where you can experience white-blue water and hell steaming. Even non-guests can use the hot springs for day trips. It is also popular with people who want to sleep in their cars, and if you submit a car camping consent form, you can park your car in the on-site parking lot. (Number of cars limited) We visited at the end of September, so the autumn leaves had not yet started to change, but it was a wonderful place that we would like to visit again someday during the autumn leaves season! Facilities 📍Horei no Yado Address 📍 2917 Nishizato, Oguni-cho, Aso City Price 📍Family bath/1,200 yen per room (1 hour) #Autumn trip #Hot springs #Autumn leaves spot #Amazing view #Kumamoto #Ogunigo, Kumamoto Prefecture #Autumn trip

\\Tourist Spots// Nabegataki Falls, which was also used as a location for a certain tea commercial, is a waterfall with a drop of about 10m and a width of about 20m, like a curtain of water. The highlight of this place is that you can go around to the back of the waterfall as well as the front. There are about 120 steps from the parking lot to the waterfall, so sneakers are a must! The surrounding roads are narrow, so from November 2021, reservations are required for entry to ease traffic congestion. It seems that you can make reservations on the day if there is availability on weekdays, but on busy days such as holidays, reservations are required in advance, so don't forget to make a reservation when planning! It was a wonderful place that you should definitely experience! Facility name📍Nabegataki Park Address📍Kurobuchi, Oguni-cho, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture #Autumn foliage spot #Kumamoto Prefecture #Breathtaking view #Kumamoto sightseeing #Autumn foliage viewing #Oguni-go, Kumamoto Prefecture #Autumn trip

\\Spots// There are many places in Waita Onsenkyo where you can enjoy natural hot springs at reasonable prices. The one we visited this time, "Horei no Yado", is a rare hot spring inn where you can experience white-blue water. Even if you are not a guest staying at the hotel, you can use the hot springs for day trips. If you put a coin in at the entrance, hot water will come out and you can enjoy luxurious free-flowing hot springs. It was very good! I recommend it!! Facilities📍Horei no Yado Address📍2917 Nishizato, Oguni-cho, Aso City Price📍Family bath/1200 yen per room (1 hour) #Autumn trip #Hot springs #Autumn leaves spot #Amazing view #Kumamoto #Oguni-go, Kumamoto Prefecture

#AccommodationReview ⁣ Yamakawa Zenzo♨️⁣ ⁣ Irori cuisine served over the counter Soup, horse sashimi Grilled dishes: Shiitake mushrooms, eggplant, shishito peppers Aburaage with plenty of green onions Fresh sweetfish, Akaushi beef stew, Amakusa Daio chicken wings Everything was delicious The seventh photo is Cheese bread🍞 This was really good with wine💕 ⁣ The pheasant hotpot was also delicious. I was full but I had a second serving🫢 Even the porridge at the end was really delicious💕 ⁣ ⁣ ♨️Yamakawa Zenzo 🗾1426 Kitazato, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #Kumamoto #Couple trip #Gourmet trip #Hot spring

#AccommodationReview ⁣ Yamakawa Zenzo♨️⁣ ⁣ For breakfast, we sat at the counter where we could see the outside. The fish and tamagoyaki were cooked after we sat down. The natto was Sakura natto with horse meat. The pork soup was made with homemade miso, so I asked for a second serving. Everything was really delicious, thank you for the meal. ⁣ ♨️Yamakawa Zenzo 🗾1426 Kitazato, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture⁣ ⁣ #Kumamoto #CoupleTrip #GourmetTrip #HotSpring

I went to Nabegataki Falls in Kumamoto!! The waterfall can be reached by walking all the way up the mountain path♡ It was a space filled with negative ions! You can also go behind the waterfall🫶 It's currently by reservation only, so don't forget! #KumamotoTrip #AsoTrip #KumamotoTourism #ForestBathing

Shop name 🏠 OGUNIYA JERSEY Roadside Station Oguni Address 📍 1760-3 Miyahara, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Budget per person: 350 and up Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ Points * This is a shop where you can eat sweets made with Jersey milk at the roadside station Oguni. No additives are used, and the pasteurized soft serve ice cream is rich but refreshing and very delicious! * The shop was also very cute and it was a wonderful roadside station ♡ #Gourmet #Gourmet trip #Oguni-go, Kumamoto Prefecture #Kumamoto Prefecture #Photogenic spot #Western Japan

The view of rising steam is a must-see! Waita Onsenkyo is a hidden hot spring town in the hot spring-dense area of ​​Ogunigo in Kumamoto Prefecture. I went to the recommended private day-trip hot spring "Toyore no Yu" in the area♪ The view and the quality of the spring water are amazing, it's a really nice hot spring♨️ I recommend the "Hinoki Family Open-Air Bath" for 1,500 yen per hour You can see the majestic mountains of the Kuju mountain range right in front of you. The hot spring is a sodium chloride spring with a high content of metasilicic acid, and the white-blue water is mysterious✨ #hotspring #stayhome

Kumamoto's hot springs are known only to those in the know! We'll introduce you to a wonderful inn where you can stay in a detached room with an open-air bath for under 10,000 yen♪ The inn is called "Shugojin Onsen" and is located in the hidden hot spring town "Wai-ta Onsenkyo" in the hot spring-dense area called Oguni-go in Kumamoto Prefecture. How about spending some relaxing time at an inn that stands alone in the forest? There are no restaurants or dining options for dinner, but you can order the specialty "whole steamed chicken" from "Shiraji Shoten" in Waita Onsenkyo by making a reservation in advance, so you can enjoy a leisurely meal♪ It's rare to find such a spacious and luxurious space at this price range♪ As expected from hot spring paradise Kyushu♨️ #Hot springs #Staying at home

#Kumamoto 🏯 Historical Highlights • Kumamoto Castle: One of Japan’s most impressive castles, originally constructed in the early 1600s by renowned samurai Katō Kiyomasa. Although damaged during the 2016 earthquakes, restoration efforts are ongoing, and parts of the castle are open to visitors.  • Suizenji Jojuen Garden: A beautifully landscaped Japanese garden that replicates the 53 post stations of the Tokaido, the road connecting Kyoto and Edo (modern-day Tokyo). • Reigandō Cave: The secluded cave where legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi spent his final years and wrote “The Book of Five Rings.”  ⸻ 🌿 Natural Attractions • Mount Aso: One of the world’s largest active volcanoes, featuring a vast caldera and picturesque landscapes. It’s a popular destination for hiking and enjoying panoramic views.  • Nabegataki Falls: A serene waterfall located in the nearby town of Oguni, offering visitors the unique experience of walking behind the cascading water.  ⸻ 🎭 Cultural Experiences • Kumamon: The city’s beloved bear mascot, Kumamon, is a cultural icon in Japan. You’ll find his image adorning various products and attractions throughout the city.  • Local Festivals: Kumamoto hosts several traditional festivals, including the Fujisaki Hachimangu Festival, featuring parades with elaborately decorated horses and participants in traditional attire.  ⸻ 🍜 Culinary Delights • Basashi: A local delicacy of thinly sliced raw horse meat, often served with soy sauce and garlic. • Kumamoto Ramen: Known for its rich, pork-based broth flavored with garlic, this ramen variant is a must-try for food enthusiasts. ⸻ 🚆 Accessibility Kumamoto is well-connected by the Kyushu Shinkansen, making it easily accessible from major cities like Fukuoka and Kagoshima. The city also serves as a convenient base for exploring other parts of Kyushu. Getting There - Attractions - Hotels - Food & Restaurants - Shopping -

This time, I will introduce a hotel with a natural hot spring in Aso, Kumamoto. Each room has a hot spring, and the water is replaced with new water every time you go in, which was great. This time, I was happy to be able to take a bath while looking at the snowy scenery. I recommend it because you can steam and eat ingredients that you bring yourself. Please go and try it once. 📍Asozuri Onsen Kameyama no Yu Address: 2053-53 Nishizato, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture, 869-2504 #Spring 0 yen trip

#Spring0yentrip When I visited Nabegataki in Kumamoto Prefecture, I was captivated by its beauty and tranquility. Although the drop is not that high, the wide water flowing down looks like a curtain, creating a very fantastical landscape. The charm of Nabegataki is that you can go behind the waterfall. It is not often that you can experience looking out from behind the water, and it made me feel like I was in another world. The spray of the water and the cool breeze are pleasant, and it is especially recommended in the hot season. It is surrounded by nature, and the sound of the river babbling and the birds chirping echoes throughout, making it a truly healing space. There is also a well-maintained promenade, so it is easy to access and you can easily enjoy nature. Nabegataki is a place where you can feel your heart lighten as time flows quietly. If you visit Kumamoto, it is one of the spots you should definitely stop by. #Nabegataki #KumamotoTourism #BehindTheWaterfall #HealingOfNature #BreathtakingViewSpot

#Spring0yentrip I went to Nabegataki Falls in Oguni Town, Kumamoto Prefecture! It is a beautiful waterfall that flows down like a curtain, and is famous as one of Japan's "Ura-mi Falls". As you walk from the parking lot along the path surrounded by greenery, a waterfall about 20 meters wide and 10 meters high appears in front of you! The water slides gracefully down the rock surface, and the crystal clear flow is very fantastic. The amount of water is not too much, and the delicate atmosphere was attractive. The special thing about this waterfall is that you can walk behind the waterfall! The light ✨️ shines through the gaps in the rocks, and the spray sparkles. When you look at it from behind, you feel as if you are wrapped in a veil of water, and you can experience a mysterious atmosphere. It is a place where you can enjoy the beauty of the four seasons, with autumn leaves in autumn and ice waterfalls in winter. I was able to enjoy the art of nature 🏞️ while being surrounded by a quiet and soothing atmosphere!

Nabegataki Falls ⁡ Oguni-cho, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture ⁡ The inn where I stayed at Kurokawa Onsen told me that if I came to Aso, I had to stop by here! ⁡ After buying an admission ticket, I walked down the long staircase to the waterfall ⁡ The curtain of waterfall that spread out before my eyes was a spectacular sight It was cold that day, and icicles had formed on the edge of the water flowing from the waterfall🧊 ⁡ The best part of this waterfall is being able to go behind the waterfall✨️ It is also known as the "Ura-mi no Taki" (Back-Viewing Waterfall) ⁡ It hadn't rained for a while, so the amount of water in the waterfall on the day I went was There were not many people ⁡ This terrain created by nature is amazing, isn't it? ⁡ It seems that there is a time when it is lit up for a limited time I want to see it✨️✨️ ⁡ The ground is slippery, so it is better to avoid shoes such as heels when you go ⁡ I want to go again when it gets warmer ⁡ ⁡ ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈𖠚ᐝ𖠿𖠋𖧧┈ [Nabegataki Falls] ⁡ ■Kurobuchi, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture ▷ 9:00-17:00 Last admission 16:30 Price High school students and above 300 yen Elementary and junior high school students 150 yen Free for children under elementary school age Closed New Year's holiday P Yes ༶ஐ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ #Nabegataki #Kumamoto trip#Kumamoto sightseeing #Aso sightseeing#Oguni town sightseeing #Domestic travel #0 yen travel February 2025

Nabegataki Falls in Oguni-cho, Aso-gun is a rare spot where you can walk behind the falls🌿💦 The way the water flows down like a curtain and the sunlight shines through is fantastic✨ Especially in spring, it is lit up, and you can enjoy a mystical atmosphere that is different from daytime. There is a promenade around the falls, so you can take a leisurely stroll while enjoying the nature🍃 It is cool in summer, and is recommended as a summer resort! There is a parking lot, so it is perfect for a drive trip🚗 [Business hours] 9:00-17:00 (varies depending on the season) [Access] About 40 minutes by car from JR Aso Station [Notes] Admission fee required (check in advance) #0 yen trip February 2025 #Nabegataki Falls #Kumamoto sightseeing #Waterfall tour #Stunning view spot #Photogenic

📍Sanso Hanayu, the bathhouse in the sky This inn offers the best service of drinking sake and ramune in the bath. The meals at the inn are made with the finest meat and vegetables from Kumamoto✨ This is an inn that we highly recommend for couples and families✨ 【INFORMATION】 Sanso Hanayu, the bathhouse in the sky 📮1511 Kitazato, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture, 869-2505 #Free hotel stay

✵ Kumamoto Prefecture 2024.05 ⁡ Nabegataki Falls🫧, said to have been created by a huge eruption about 90,000 years ago that created the Aso caldera. One of the features of Nabegataki Falls is that you can enter the back of the waterfall. I felt a lot of negative ions and it was soothing🌿 ⁡ Entry is by reservation only during periods when congestion is expected, such as long holidays⚠︎ You can make reservations on the website, so if you are going, check in advance✍️ ⁡ ⁡ 📍Nabegataki Falls, Kumamoto Prefecture 🚗Parking◎ (Entry is by reservation only during long holidays) 🗓️2024.05 ⁡📷The water spray was so intense that all the photos were taken with an iPhone. Shoot in live mode → Use long exposure to easily take photos that look like they were taken with a camera, so I recommend itˎˊ˗ #0 yen trip January 2025

This place, famous for Tsuetate Onsen and Waita Onsenkyo, is Oguni Town in Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture👇 Onsen Enjoyment Course♨️ Day 1: Relax and unwind from your flight! Enjoy a cozy night at Kunugi no Yu Day 2: Start your day fresh with a morning bath! End your day at Tsuetate Onsen➡️Takara Onsen! Day 3: Feel the geothermal energy at Waita Onsenkyo! 【Recommended Spots】 1. Tsuetate Onsen + Recommended point: Seasonal carp streamers🎏 2. Waita Onsenkyo + Recommended point: Jigoku Mushi (Hell Steaming)♨️ 3. Nabegataki Falls + Recommended point: Experience behind the waterfall💧✨ 【Recommended Gourmet】 1. Okamoto Tofu Shop + Recommended menu: Tofu set meal!!! The crispy and juicy thick fried tofu is irresistible💕 2. Jersey Farm Couple + Recommended menu: Jersey milk soft serve ice cream🍦 3. Handmade Soba Yushin + Recommended menu: Duck dipping soba 【Photo Spots】 1. Keyaki Spring + Take a picture as you enter and exit the keyaki tree📸 2. Rainbow Valley (Rainbow Falls) + A place where rainbows frequently appear over the falls🌈, so take a luxurious photo with the falls and rainbow in the background! 3. Shimojo's Great Ginkgo Tree + The giant yellow ginkgo tree is incredibly impressive💯

#getgoing2025 Nabega Falls in Oguni-cho has become famous for its tea commercials. It is a waterfall with a drop of about 10 metres and a width of about 20 metres, and it is said that it was formed by the deposition of pyroralastic currents due to a huge eruption about 90,000 years ago that made the Aso caldera. When you visit, please go to the back of the waterfall. Seen from the back of the waterfall, which looks like a curtain, the sunlight shining through the trees is a superb view created by nature. Be careful because it is slippery on the way to the back.

The large ginkgo in the lower part of Aso Country has a history of thousands of years. It's a pity that I missed the opportunity to meet you But as soon as you get under the tree, you can imagine how spectacular it is when you see it! There will also be lighting up at night~ The trail next to it is also open occasionally, and there is a suspension bridge and Guoyan Falls below. The giant ginkgo in Xiacheng usually appears in November. There is no public transportation in this location. If you have a self-driving car, it is recommended to come and have a look. It is a rare sight! 📍Address: Oguni, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-2503 Japan #dopaminetravel #九州游 #Asu #下城大GINKGO

#0yentravelNovember At dinner at the inn, the waitress recommended the local Kawazu Sake Brewery's potato shochu "Kokoro ikumade". Even though I don't usually drink shochu, the infinitely soft mouthfeel and subtle potato aroma made even the alcohol seem lighter. Ah, it was delicious! So, since I'm local, I went to the store that has a sake brewery. ・ I refrained from tasting it so I could drive, but the aroma alone was delicious enough. I bought Hanayuki, which has won awards in Italy, and the dry Shichihoja. ・ Kawazu Sake Brewery 1734-2 Miyahara, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture

📍OGUNIYA JERSEY Freshly Squeezed Jersey Milk Specialty Store A store where you can eat ice cream made with fresh Jersey milk! 【INFORMATION】 OGUNIYA JERSEY Freshly Squeezed Jersey Milk Specialty Store 📮1760-3 Miyahara, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture, 869-2501 🕑11:00-17:00 #0 Yen Trip November

#0yentravelautumn Nabegataki 📍Kurobuchi, Oguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture 🕐9:00-17:00 Admission fee: 300 yen for adults (high school students and above), 150 yen for children (elementary and junior high school students), free for those under elementary school age Parking available Nabegataki is a curtain-like waterfall about 10 meters high and 20 meters wide, and you can go around to the back of the waterfall. Many tourists visit the waterfall, especially during the spring and autumn foliage seasons. Nabegataki is also called the "water curtain," and its unique scenery is popular as a photogenic spot. Nabegataki is also used as a location for many commercials and movies, and is known as a place where you can enjoy a mysterious atmosphere. A recommended spot where you can feel negative ions! #Kumamoto #KumamotoTrip #KumamotoTourism

Why not go and enjoy nature at Nabegataki Falls in Kumamoto, soak up the fresh air full of negative ions, and relax 😌? The waterfall is just like a curtain, and it's impressive even when viewed from the front, but you can actually go behind the waterfall! Interesting, isn't it! Currently, you need to make a reservation in advance online, so be careful! Nabegataki Falls is also located about a 20-minute drive from Kurokawa Onsen. Why not enjoy Kumamoto together with Kurokawa Onsen? #0yentravelautumn

The back side of a waterfall that is hard to see. You can actually see Nabegataki Falls in Kumamoto Prefecture from behind. That's why it's also known as the "Ura-mi no Taki" waterfall🫣 The path behind the waterfall is muddy and slippery in many places, so sneakers are recommended over sandals. By the time you leave, your clothes will be wet from the splashes of water, so make sure you wear clothes that you don't mind getting wet lol . . . 📍Nabegataki 🗺️Kumamoto, Japan 🕑9:00-17:00 💰¥300 #Furitabi #KyushuTourism #AmazingView