Guesthouse Kuju No Kura

Despite our language barrier, the owner loves conversing with people, which is why he decided to open his guesthouse. He even recommended a little path that shows a great sunrise. I was greeted with some deers hopping in the distance at 6.30am. Truly magical and breathtaking. This is THE place for solo travellers. There’s a saying that it’s the people that makes the trip enjoyable and this place is proof. He charges for accommodation cheaply but offers beyond the cost, within his means happily. He loves anime like Attack on Titan and has watched Laputa 21 times. His hobbies include biking, hiking and has hiked Mt Kuju several times, Mt Aso too. He travelled to Vietnam Cambodia and Thailand solo trip too, and wants to do it again 3 years later. As my first time doing solo travelling, I couldn't be luckier than this to have met this wonderful host. I would say so far, my time spent in Kurokawa Onsen and together with the host is my whole trip’s highlight. I felt very safe and comfortable in this living space and truly enjoyed the nature surrounding it as well. I love the location of the guesthouse because I love walking and hiking. The main area of Kurokawa Onsen is quite a walk itself, so walking to the guesthouse was just extra leisure for me. Just make sure to follow google maps and the various sign boards he’s put up along the way! He offers a ride back and forth at 8.10am and 5pm to the main area anyway and to the supermarket if needed, very generous of him! Make sure to not be shy and chit-chat a lot with him! It was so much fun. The room was very cozy and with the 6 beds arranged, an extra 100 yen per night for the heater is totally reasonable to me! it felt like I was back to school and enjoyed the cleanliness and casualness of everything. Damn, this place has great interior design too. The lights have motion sensors, pretty cool! He also has his own little beautiful hot spring which you should pay extra if you want to bathe at night. Personally did not find the need after bathing at the town haha. Thank you for the comfort of home and lovely company!! I hope many people who enjoy company and nature stay here!! Highly recommended for at least 2 nights! The onsens are all very good and beautiful. I want to come again.

It's the cheapest accommodation in the village, owner friendly and place was warm. I found it without problems, location is correct and it is a 20-30 minutes hike a bit uphill. Recommend it.

I honestly wished I had known the location of this place. I had a rental car so I was able to drive up the mountain... however, it was terrifying. I cant imagine if you had to walk it. Its quite a distance, but the price point balances it out if thats whats important to you. If you do NOT plan on leaving the place at all, I suppose its fine. However, I knew that I would be going to the onsens and going to dinner. The road that leads up and down is 1 lane for both directions. I came across 1 car along the way, and I waited for the other person to back up. There was NO way I was going to do it with that windy road. Granted, its not a highly travelled road. I was petrified of having to drive up and down the place during the day, so I knew that I wouldnt be able to do it in the evening/night. There is barely any street lights and you are driving on the edge of a cliff. Truth is, as a female, unfamiliar with the area and the roads - the moment I got to this place, I booked a hotel right away. I did not even step foot inside so I cant comment on the accommodation. This is strictly a review for the location of the place.

All Good