For an Unforgettable Trip to Kumamoto, These 17 Family-Friendly Hotels & Ryokan are Perfect!

Speaking of Kumamoto, Mt. Aso and Kumamoto Castle ... Not only! In fact, Kumamoto Prefecture has many sightseeing spots that both adults and children can enjoy, and are perfect for traveling with children! You can interact with animals at the well-known "Aso Cuddly Dominion" on TV, exercise your body at "Aso Farmland," a treasure trove of activities with more than 50 types of "health experience devices," and spend a day playing at the amusement park "Greenland," which has been made into a movie. It's the perfect place to spend the best holidays with the whole family.

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Traveling with children can be unsettling, especially when it comes to traveling with children for the first time. Rest assured! In Kumamoto, there are many safe accommodations even with children. This time, we will introduce 17 inns for families in each of the main sightseeing areas in the Kumamoto, with Japanese-style rooms, private baths where you can feel free to go around, and a buffet where everyone can eat rice, baby goods and amenities for children!

Kumamoto City, the central city with the symbol of Kumamoto Prefecture "Kumamoto Castle". You can shop at the prefecture's best arcade districts "Shimodori" and "Kamidori", and visit "Kumamon Square", the activity base of the popular yuru character "Kumamon". The tram, which runs in the middle of the city, is not only easy to access, but also a popular ride for children.

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This inn is in a good location, about 2 minutes walk from JR Kumamoto Station. Although it is a hotel, there are also Japanese and Western rooms. If you have a Japanese-style room, it's safe for babies who are just starting to crawl and walk. There is also a ``Kumamon Design Room'' decorated with the popular mascot character ``Kumamon'', which is also recommended. The amenities are also Kumamon goods, so the children will be very happy. Additionally, we offer free rentals of auxiliary toilet seats, step stools, diaper buckets, etc.

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At this inn, you can enjoy a buffet dinner with plenty of local ingredients and a wide selection of healthy options. There are so many types that you might be confused about what to eat first. The menu changes with the seasons, so you'll want to come back again.

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In the lobby lounge, games such as table soccer and Othello are available for free for both children and adults to enjoy. It's nice to be able to experience various activities while staying inside the hotel. There is also a stylish bar in the lobby lounge, so you can enjoy a drink while watching the children play.

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Approximately 1 minute walk from Torichosuji Station on the streetcar (a streetcar that runs through Kumamoto City). This inn stands in a perfect location overlooking Kumamoto Castle. You can see Kumamoto Castle, the symbol of Kumamoto, from the windows of the spacious rooms on the "comfort floor" (pictured). In addition, it's close to Kumamoto's main streets, Shimotori and Kamitori, so it's easy to go shopping with children! Baby cots and baby guards are available for rent, so it's safe to bring small babies.

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If you have a small baby and are a little worried about the bed room, don't worry! There are also spacious Japanese-style rooms here. In addition, the Japanese-style room has a cypress bath. This room is recommended for families who want to soak in the bath while staying at the hotel.

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This inn has several restaurants, including the lounge ``Fountain'' where you can enjoy light meals and the Japanese restaurant ``Benkei''. Among them, the buffet dining "Asso Shed" is a great option for families with children. With a wide variety of menu items, including an omelet corner where you can make them right in front of your eyes and French toast made with Aso Abe Ranch's "ASO MILK," you're sure to find something your child will like. Children under elementary school age can also use the service at a discounted rate.

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It is about a 2-minute walk from Karashimacho Station on the streetcar. This inn is in a good location where you can easily reach the landmark "SAKURA MACHI Kumamoto", which is loved by Kumamoto residents who like new things and is full of the latest fashionable shops. If you have a Japanese-Western room, the floor is tatami mats, so you can rest assured even with a baby who has just started crawling.

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Although it is located in the middle of the city, it is unique in that you can soak in a natural onsen. There is not only an indoor bath, but also an open-air bath! It will gently soothe the tired mom and dad's bodies. Being able to check how crowded the public bath is on the TV in your room is also great for families with children. Please aim for a time when there are fewer people and enjoy the time without worrying about the people around you, even if you are bringing children.

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The breakfast buffet offers a variety of health-conscious "immunity-boosting" menus, while still having the fun of choosing. At “Ajimeguri Kobachi Yokocho”, healthy dishes are served in small bowls, so please choose your favorite and enjoy. In addition, Kumamoto's local specialty "Taipien" is also available. You can check how busy the restaurant is on the TV in your room, so you can enjoy meal at your leisure.

The Aso region is home to Mt. Aso, one of the world's largest caldera volcanoes, and is known as a rich land where you can encounter vast grasslands and the animals that live there. It's open and perfect for parents and children who want to get in touch with nature. There are plenty of activities that both adults and children can enjoy, such as ``Aso Farm Land'' and ``Aso Cuddly Dominion.''

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This inn is approximately 3 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport, and has excellent access as it offers free transportation from the airport. This room is recommended for those traveling with children. With a view of Mt. Aso, you can see the magnificent nature from your room window. This is a Japanese-Western room with a raised Japanese-style room, and you can also put a futon in the Japanese-style room, so it would be fun for mom and dad to sleep on the bed and the children on the futon.

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This inn has a onsen facility called Shichifuku no Yu, where you can enjoy a large public bath, a sauna, and a bedrock bath. In addition, there is also a family bath (paid) that is perfect for traveling with children. You can choose from a total of 4 types, including the family bath "Tsuchi" in the photo, so choose the bath that is perfect for you. Especially when you have a small child, you tend to pay attention to your surroundings. In the family bath, you can relax and heal your tired body without worrying about others.

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At this inn, a ``Satoyama Dinner Buffet'' is held only during the summer. We have a variety of menus that the whole family can enjoy. It's fun for the whole family to find their favorite dish among the delicious dishes. After playing to your heart's content, eat lots of delicious food to satisfy your mind and body.

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"Emina Spool" (charged), which appears only in summer, is a strong ally for traveling with children. There is plenty of "fun!" such as a spacious lazy river, a children's pool where small children can play safely with shallow water, and a family slide. In addition, there are plenty of activities to enjoy the summer, so it will definitely be a wonderful summer memory for children!

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About 40 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport. “Aso Farmland” is a health promotion park that spreads out in nature with the theme of “Keeping your mind and body healthy”. There are onsen facilities and athletic facilities in the facility, so both adults and children can enjoy themselves. Spreading out among these facilities is the lodging facility "Aso Farm Village" with its characteristic round dome-shaped roof that makes you feel like you've wandered into a fairy tale world.

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The rooms in the Village Zone are cute rooms with round ceilings. There are rooms with beds and rooms with mattresses, so choose the one you like. For meal, you can enjoy a healthy buffet at restaurants such as Big Farm, a natural farm restaurant in Farmland.

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At this facility, you can play with more than 70 types of health-experience devices on the 10,000-square-meter site, with the motto "Enjoy and be healthy!" in the grand nature of Aso. Adults and children alike will have a blast at the gigantic maze and athletics. Furthermore, in the hands-on corner, there is also a corner where you can make a one-of-a-kind treasure, such as making a music box (for a fee).

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About 10 minutes by car from JR Aso Station. This inn stands in the midst of the superb view of Aso, which has been certified as a global geopark. The guest rooms include a Japanese-style room of 20 tatami mats, a room with a view of the city, a room with a view of the five mountains of Aso, and a lounge floor where you can enjoy a higher quality stay. This is a Japanese-style room with a magnificent view of the five peaks of Aso. Yukata for children are also available, so the whole family can enjoy an extraordinary experience in a special outfit.

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At this inn, you can play in the pool attached to the hotel during the summer vacation period. By all means, let's go on a trip with a swimsuit. Children are sure to have a blast in the majestic nature of Aso. There is no rental of floats, so please bring your own! Blow away the hot summer in the pool!

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One of the charms of this inn is that you can enjoy seasonal kaiseki cuisine made with carefully selected seasonal fresh ingredients from Aso, Kumamoto. After all, Kumamoto's specialty ``red meat horse sashimi'' is a masterpiece that you should try at least once. We also have a ``Children's Lunch'' packed with items that are popular with children, such as fried shrimp and meatballs. Both adults and children can enjoy delicious food to their fullest.

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Approximately 30 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport. This inn is surrounded by bright greenery that will wake you up. If you are traveling with children, we recommend a cottage type room. With a cottage that lets you forget the hustle and bustle of the city, you won't cause trouble to those around you even when your children are having fun.

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At this inn, there is also a plan where you can enjoy the rare Japanese beef "Kumamoto Akaushi" from Kumamoto, where you can taste beef from our own farm, as well as a buffet of side dishes. Even picky children will be delighted with the buffet. You can also warm up baby food, so it's safe to bring your baby with you.

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There are plenty of activities on the vast grounds. In addition to athletics that children will love, there is also a ground golf course that adults can enjoy, and "Usagi Land" where you can interact with cute rabbits. In addition, there is also a gymnasium where you can rest assured even if it rains. There is also a program (paid) where you can experience pottery and soba making, so it is perfect for making memories with children! If you're tired of playing, it's nice to spend some time relaxing in onsen. There is also a masonry bath, a large public bath, and a sauna.

Surrounded by rich nature, Kurokawa onsen is considered as a single ryokan with 30 inns and satoyama scenery. Here, not only are there onsen that will soothe your tired body, but there are also high-quality inns that offer great services for those traveling with children.

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Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Kumamoto IC. This inn, located in the southwest of Kurokawa onsen deep in the mountains, is known as an inn that welcomes babies. There are no other guest rooms downstairs in the room with a mini-kitchen, so it's safe for children to have fun. Additionally, you can borrow items such as full-body shampoo for babies, bath chairs, and baby bottle cleaning/disinfection sets for free!

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Kurokawa onsen boasts the largest public bath, but the chartered family bath (free) is recommended for those traveling with children. It's nice to be able to spend time without family bathing. The water depth of this “bed bath” is shallow, so it is safe to enter with small children. Beautiful greenery grows thick outside the window, and you can relax in a semi-open-air atmosphere. There are other baths that are easy for parents and children to use, such as the “Parent-Child Hinoki Bath,” which has a bath with a shallow water depth and a low temperature, so choose the bath that you like.

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At this inn, you can meal in your own private room, so you don't have to worry about other people around you, even if you're traveling with children. Enjoy a variety of delicate dishes made with carefully selected local ingredients. In addition, there are dinner menus for elementary school students packed with items that children love, such as fried chicken and fried shrimp, as well as dinner menus for toddlers (pictured).

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About 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Kumamoto IC. At this inn, you can spend your time in an unrealistic atmosphere, as if the hands of a clock have stopped. The detached room (pictured) is recommended for those traveling with children. Nature spreads all around. Even if the children are in high spirits, they won't bother the people around them. In addition, there is an indoor bath with free-flowing hot spring water, so you can soak in onsen whenever you like.

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This inn has 13 onsen in harmony with nature. If you are a hotel guest, you can use all of them for free, so it's great for dads and moms who are tired from everyday life. In addition to the indoor bath in the room, there is also an open-air bath “Takinoyu” (pictured) where you can enjoy the waterfall-like flow and beautiful scenery. Let's also enjoy the "beauty bath" where you can enjoy hot water that is highly effective for beautiful skin, which is popular with women.

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After you've done a lot of sightseeing and healed your fatigue in onsen, it's time to eat some delicious food. The charm of this inn is that you can enjoy Japanese kaiseki cuisine using local seasonal ingredients. There is also a children's lunch (pictured) beautifully arranged such as hamburgers and spaghetti that children like, so both adults and children are very satisfied. There are also many local sake such as "Mushagaeshi" and "Kurokawa Shochu" that go well with the dishes, so be sure to try them.

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About 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Kumamoto IC. A small inn with only 16 rooms in Kurokawa onsen. The charm of this inn is that it has a homely atmosphere that makes you feel like you are visiting your grandma's house in the countryside. The detached Japanese-style room in the photo is recommended for those traveling with children. It is a spacious Japanese-style room with an indoor bath.

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At this inn, you can enjoy the open-air bath "Hyotan-no-Yu" where you can listen to the murmuring of the river, and the women-only open-air bath "Kesho-no-Yu", which is said to moisturize your skin so much that you don't need lotion. There is a large public bath. In addition, there is also a private family bath (for a fee), which is a strong ally for traveling with children. You can choose from two private family baths with different tastes, but Hotaru no Yu (pictured) has an unusually shaped bath, and the washing area is relatively large, so you can bathe with your children. Recommended for

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This inn, which was originally a sushi restaurant, is full of passion for food. Enjoy Kumamoto's famous horse sashimi and other dishes made with local seasonal ingredients to your heart's content as a family. If you stay in the main building or an annex, you'll be happy to have in-room dining. In addition, the children's menu includes a B course and a one-plate C course. I love that the content changes depending on the age of the children.

Amakusa is an archipelago consisting of more than 120 large and small islands surrounded by the deep blue sea. This is known as a land where you can enjoy dolphin watching all year round. There are also a variety of attractive islands, such as Dinosaur Island, where Japan's largest carnivorous dinosaur fossil was discovered. The delicacies of the mountains and the sea that can be enjoyed throughout the year are also attractive.

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About 1 hour by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport. Here is the Sun and Sea Spa Resort Hotel, surrounded by the beautiful sea, sky and greenery. If you are traveling with children, we recommend the Japanese-style room with a semi-open-air bath (pictured). Beyond the large windows is the vast expanse of ocean that continues to the Ariake Sea. There is a semi-open-air bath, so mothers who are a little worried about going to the large public bath with small children can feel at ease.

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There is a onsen facility called "Perla no Yubune" at this inn. It is full of attractions, such as "Yama no Yu" where you can soak in onsen while sunbathing and forest bathing in the fresh greenery, and "Umi no Yu" (pictured) where you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Ariake Sea. In addition, the private bath "Aibo no Yu" (charged) where you can choose from 5 types of baths is perfect for traveling with children. Let's spend a wonderful time soaking in the bathtub that is perfect for us without entering the family.

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Speaking of Amakusa, Kumamoto boasts a good fishing ground. Let's fully enjoy Kumamoto from the taste by eating the highest grade kaiseki cuisine "Honzen", which is packed with fresh local produce from the mountains and seas. There are plenty of luxurious menus such as spiny lobster and abalone caught in the Ariake Sea. In addition, there is a children's lunch (pictured) packed with plenty of menu items that children love, such as fried shrimp and mini omelets, so it's safe to travel with children.

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About 90 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport. This inn stands as if being embraced by the beautiful deep blue sea. The Japanese-style rooms, which are popular with children, have large windows, and you can see the magnificent ocean and the various large and small islands that float there. In addition, it is also attractive to soak in hot springs while looking at the sea from the large public bath and open onsen bath. In addition, baby baths and bath chairs can be rented for free, so it's safe to bring babies.

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The buffet is definitely something you should try! Popular menus such as fried chicken and fried shrimp that children will love! The contents of the buffet change according to the season, so please check it out. I am also happy that there is a baby food service.

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This inn also puts a lot of effort into the entertainment field. The World Board Game Corner has over 100 types of board games from all over the world. You can rent it for free, so let's have fun with the whole family! In addition, there is a manga corner (free) and a karaoke room (charged), so you can experience a lot of fun while staying at the hotel.

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About 20 minutes by car from JR Misumi Station. This inn is located in the satoyama of Amakusa, where you can spend a relaxing time surrounded by the great nature of the four seasons. There is a beach called Yumigahama Beach nearby, which is popular with families. All rooms are Japanese-style, and amenity sets for children are also available. If you have a tatami-matted room, you can crawl your baby to your heart's content.

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The charm of this inn is the "large cave bath". It is onsen where you can enjoy two types of sources, "Shirayu" and "Akayu", which have completely different spring qualities. It's a strange feeling to soak in onsen as if you've come to explore an unexplored region. Please experience a special onsen that can only be found here to stimulate the adventurous spirit of children. There is a crib in the dressing room, so it's safe to bring a baby.

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The creative omakase kaiseki cuisine prepared by the head chef himself using fresh Amakusa seafood is sure to be a delicious memory for the whole family. In particular, the sashimi served in a large tub is a masterpiece. Dinner is in-room dining, so you don't have to worry about your surroundings even if you have small children. In addition, there is also a children's lunch that children will love. Enjoy a hearty dinner with the whole family.

Kikuchi City, located in the northeastern part Kumamoto, is a rural city full of greenery and home to the Kikuchi Valley, which has been selected as one of the 100 best waters, the 100 best forests for forest bathing, and the 100 best waterfalls in Japan. Since you don't usually get to experience walking in the forest, why not take this opportunity to enjoy forest bathing with the whole family?

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Approximately 30 minutes by car from Kumamoto IC. This inn, located along the beautiful clear stream of Kikuchi, is recommended for those who want to spend a relaxing time in the quiet nature. It's a Japanese-style room, so it's nice to be able to take off your shoes and relax. Strolling through nature with sunlight filtering through the trees is an experience that is hard to find in the city. After dropping off your bags, why not go exploring?

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The appeal of this inn is that in addition to the large public bath and open-air bath, there is also a private family bath (reservation required). It's great that you can choose from a total of 12 family baths to suit your tastes. It's a family bath, so you don't have to worry about bringing small children with you. Let's soak in onsen together and heal the fatigue of your trip.

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At this inn, you can enjoy a creative multi-course meal where you can enjoy two main dishes, meat and fish. Kikuchi rice, a local brand of rice, is plump, glossy and delicious rice that goes well with any dish. You can eat in a private meal, so you can enjoy the food leisurely without worrying about the eyes of others, without getting into the family water. Children's meals are also available.

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About 30 minutes by car from Aso Kumamoto Airport. This inn, located in a land blessed with beautiful water and greenery, is the perfect base for sightseeing in Kumamoto. A Japanese-style room is great for babies who want to move around. In addition, the baths in the guest rooms also have onsen, so mothers who are worried about using the large public baths with their small babies can feel at ease. Yukata for children can be borrowed for free, so it would be nice to wrap up in a yukata with the whole family and enjoy the cool evening breeze after taking a bath.

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The "Sake Barrel Bath", which is the pride of the inn, is a very rare bath that uses a sake barrel made in 1923 as a bathtub. Let's enjoy the extraordinary feeling with the children, which is different from the usual bath time. There is also a spacious public bath and an open-air bath where you can enjoy the natural scenery. In addition, there is also a family bath (charged), which is a strong ally for traveling with children. Let's heal your tired body from sightseeing slowly.

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Enjoy seasonal Kaiseki cuisine made with plenty of fresh ingredients grown in Kikuchi's famous water and fertile land. Seasonal vegetable tempura and kamameshi (pot rice cooked in a pot) are also attractive, and there are also rare gourmet dishes that you can only enjoy while traveling, such as Kumamoto's specialties and additional local dishes. There is also a children's meal packed with children's favorite menu items, so you don't have to worry about traveling with children.

Arao City faces the Ariake Sea, which accounts for about 40% of the tidal flat area in Japan. Arao-higata is famous as a resting place for migratory birds, and you can dig clams in the summer. One of the most popular amusement parks in Kyushu is Greenland, which is the largest amusement park in Kyushu. In addition to thrilling rides, there are many activities that even small children can enjoy, such as the Anpanman Show.

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Approximately 50 minutes by car from Kumamoto IC. This inn is the official hotel of Greenland, one of the largest amusement parks in Kyushu. It's about a 2 minute walk to the amusement park, so it's nice to be able to come back as soon as you get tired. In addition to Japanese and Western rooms, there are also rooms designed in collaboration with Kumamon♪ The excitement continues even after you return to the hotel. Preschool children can sleep together, and bed guards can be borrowed free of charge, making it perfect for first-time travelers with children.

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This inn has multiple restaurants, including a buffet restaurant where the whole family can enjoy meal together. Among them, I would like to recommend the Japanese cuisine "Shotai" this time. There are children's meals and children's menus here. Children will be thrilled with the delicious dinner!

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After all, the charm of this inn is that it is an official hotel of "Greenland". Even adults get excited when they see the big Ferris wheel in front of the hotel. If you stay at this inn, the entrance fee to "Greenland" will be free for 2 days! You can also purchase a free pass at a great price, so it's an inn that makes a great gift for children who want to play.

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About 5 minutes by car from Nankan IC. Standing on a verdant hill, this inn is reminiscent of a resort hotel in Southern Europe. There are Japanese-style rooms and Japanese-Western style rooms, but if you are staying with your family, how about spending a little extra effort and using this suite room? In addition to the twin beds, there is also a Japanese-style room of 12 tatami mats, so you can sleep on futons. In addition, this guest room is the only one with a separate bath and toilet. Even when the bath is in use, you can respond to children's sudden toilet.

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The appeal of buffet restaurants is that you can eat as much of your favorite food as you want. At this inn, you can enjoy a luxurious buffet with many Japanese, Western, Chinese, and Italian menu items. In addition, there are delicious dishes made with local ingredients, such as the Kumamoto brand "Hinomoto Pork."

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One of the attractions of this hotel is that it has a wide variety of activities (for a fee). For example, at the Sports Plaza, you can enjoy bowling, table tennis, and billiards. Indoor sports such as putter golf, badminton, and soft volleyball are also available at Sekia Stadium. One of the most popular among children is the pool in the forest during the summer (free for hotel guests). Enjoy yourself in the outdoor pool with clean groundwater.

How was the inn introduced this time that you can enjoy with your Kumamoto family? Kumamoto has a variety of faces, including Kumamoto City, the center of Kumamoto Castle, Aso where you can spend time in the majestic prairie, and Amakusa, where remote islands of various sizes float on the beautiful azure sea. Please ♪ stay at a family-friendly inn that is friendly with children, go on a trip to experience the charm of Kumamoto, and make wonderful memories.