Kuju Kogen Cottage

Reasonably priced, and the meals were truly delicious. The service was outstanding and made me feel, even as a Japanese person, that Japan is a wonderful place. When something unpleasant happens on a trip, it can affect your mood for the rest of the journey, but we genuinely had a great time. The open-air bath was very relaxing. The front desk was far from our Room, which might be difficult for elderly guests or families with small children. If the price were a little lower to reflect that, it would feel more reasonable. That’s all I can think of—overall, we had a wonderful stay. Thank you very much.

This was my first time staying at this accommodation. The cottage had older facilities, quite different from those of a hotel, and it reminded me of the kind of facility I stayed in during childhood mountain trips. However, when I opened the curtains to see the majestic view of Aso in front of me, I couldn't help but exclaim with joy—it was truly amazing! In the room, there were even warm coats provided to protect against the coldness of the highlands. This thoughtful hospitality deeply moved me. From the open-air bath, I was able to watch a beautiful sunset. The view was so stunning that it made me want to applaud spontaneously. Opportunities to witness such beauty are rare indeed. For dinner, we upgraded our meal to include Japanese wagyu barbecue—it was exquisite and comparable only to what you’d find at a high-end barbecue restaurant. It was absolutely delicious! The almond tofu served at the end was authentic and delightful as well. Speaking of desserts, even the handmade pudding offered during breakfast had a rich milk flavor and tasted incredible.All staff members were very pleasant and welcoming; it made me want to come back again for another stay someday.Thank you very much!