After visiting two hot spring towns, I wonder if everyone is starting to feel a bit bored? If you're still eager for more, let's continue to the next checkpoint!

If you enjoyed the serene atmosphere of Kurokawa Onsen, then the next hot spring destination will definitely suit your taste. We are heading towards Mount Aso, specifically its southern region.

Minami Aso is located in Kumamoto Prefecture, just like Kurokawa Onsen, but it is closer to the Aso volcano. This means there are more water sources blessed by the volcano in the vicinity. Unlike the solitary Kurokawa Onsen, Minami Aso has five concentrated hot spring spots: Takamatsu Onsen, Shira-take Onsen, Daikaso Fire Mountain Onsen, Hell Onsen, and Shirakawa Onsen. The most special feature of Shirakawa Onsen is that each guest room has its own private outdoor hot spring, which is our destination this time.