A world of warm light woven by 300 lights
Kurokawa Onsen in Minamioguni Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture, is an atmospheric hot spring resort surrounded by abundant nature. “Kurokawa Onsen Yuakari” colors this hot spring town with fantastical light on winter nights.
A winter tradition born from concern for the environment
“Yuakari” began in 2012 as part of bamboo thinning and regeneration activities to solve environmental problems caused by abandoned bamboo forests. Now, it is loved by many people as a winter tradition of Kurokawa Onsen.
Fantastical Hot Spring Town Decorated with Bamboo Lanterns
Ball Lanterns:
- Approximately 300 spherical lanterns called “ball lanterns” warmly illuminate the riverside and the hot spring town. Cylinder Lanterns:
- Cylindrical lanterns about 2 meters high called “cylinder lanterns” create a fantastical atmosphere. Lighting Up of Kawabata-dori:
- This year, “Kawabata-dori” from Marusuzu Bridge to Yamabiko Ryokan will be lit up.
Basic Information about Kurokawa Onsen Yuakari
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Kurokawa Onsen Kawabata-dori |
| Holding Period | Saturday, December 21, 2024 to Monday, March 31, 2025 |
| Lighting Up Time | 17:00 to 21:30 |
| Fee | Free admission |
| Inquiries | 0967-48-8130 Kurokawa Onsen Tourist Association |
The Charm of Kurokawa Onsen
Kurokawa Onsen is a quiet hot spring resort surrounded by nature. You can spend a relaxing time enjoying open-air baths and strolling through the hot spring town.
This winter, why not spend a healing time at Kurokawa Onsen, enveloped in the warm light of bamboo lanterns?