A Spacious Wooden Home with a Natural Hot Spring in Minamioguni, Kumamoto
This property, named "Yū-yu no Sato MT Residence," is a detached wooden house built in January 2002, located in the quiet, residential area of Manganji, Minamioguni Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture. The house offers a generous 107.39 sqm of living space across three floors (two above ground and one basement) in a 3LDK layout. The land size is 135.00 sqm, and the property benefits from road access on two sides, both 4-meter wide private roads.
The property is equipped with propane gas, side gutters, an IH cooking heater, electricity, two toilets with bidet seats (both replaced with new units in August 2024), a system kitchen, and included lighting fixtures. Special features include excellent sunlight, a quiet residential neighborhood, and space for three free parking spots. A critical note is that the property cannot be used for minpaku (private lodging) or permanent residence; it is intended for use as a villa or second home.
The standout feature is a heated simple hot spring. The property is situated in a tranquil hot spring villa area rich with nature and offers good views. The owner has maintained the equipment well. The bathtub rock bath was renovated in May 2025, and appliances including a refrigerator, dishwasher, and TV were purchased in August 2024. The annual fixed asset tax for Reiwa 7 (2025) is 53,400 yen. There is an annual management fee of 120,000 yen, which covers hot spring and water usage fees. The property is sold in its current condition. A video tour is available on YouTube.
The area is part of the renowned Aso region, famous for its vast caldera and active volcano. An interesting fact is that Minamioguni Town is home to several traditional 'onsen' (hot spring) villages that have been used for centuries for their therapeutic waters. The closest major landmark is the majestic Mount Aso, one of the world's largest active volcanoes, offering breathtaking landscapes and hiking opportunities.
