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Kuzu Onsen Takase-kan

A secluded hot spring in the mountains, known as a therapeutic hot spring since long ago.

It is said that the Kuzu Hot Spring was founded in 1599, when the villagers, grieving over a bad harvest, went to the mountains to secure food and found a hot spring there. The name "Kuzu" comes from the fact that kuzu was harvested instead of rice and potatoes. Since then, it has been loved as a therapeutic hot spring, and many stone Buddha statues are enshrined in the nearby Yakushido Hall to thank the villagers for their healing. You can enjoy such hot springs rich in efficacy on a one-day trip at a long-established inn established in the early Showa period (early 20th century). Located along the Takase Valley in the Chubu Mountain Park, the outdoor hot spring offers a sense of openness as if you are embraced by nature. The snow-viewing baths in winter are also exceptional.

Enjoy a moment of relaxation in indoor baths of different temperatures.

The hot springs are a combination of "Takase-no-yu" and "soda-no-yu" sources that gush out near the inn. In the indoor baths, there are two bathtubs, "hot" and "lukewarm," with the temperature adjusted by reducing the amount of water, allowing visitors to soak according to their preferences. The outdoor hot spring is made of rocks and is full of natural beauty. Sparks of hot water dance in the open-air bath, warming the body from the core. After bathing, your skin will feel moist and warm. It is no wonder that this secluded hot spring is deep in the mountains and has regular visitors from Omachi City and beyond. In addition to the indoor and outdoor hot springs, there are also private family baths where you can relax in a private space.

Kuzu Hot Spring Takase-kan

• 2118-13 Taira-Takaseiri, Omachi-shi, Nagano MAP
• 20 minutes drive from JR Shinano Omachi Station
• One-day bathing 10:00-20:00
• Open daily (except in bad weather)
• Admission: Adults 700 yen, elementary school students and younger 400 yen, family bath 3,000 yen (60 min.)
• 0261-22-1446
• Free of charge
• Simple hot spring (weakly alkaline hypotonic high hot spring)

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Yusamuri Yashiki Yakushi no Yu

Enjoy the different bathtubs in the new and old buildings.

This Daytrip Destinations Property is located in Omachi Onsenkyo. The spacious building consists of a new wing and an old wing, which can be moved back and forth within the building. In the new building, visitors can enjoy an indoor bath, outdoor hot spring, and sauna. The outdoor hot spring, surrounded by trees in the garden, is a comfortable spot with seasonal views and fresh air. The men's and women's baths change daily, and one of the outdoor hot springs offers a magnificent view of the Northern Alps while soaking in the tub. On the other hand, the old building is recommended for its indoor bath with a dynamic rock bath. There is also a shallow lying bathtub for a relaxing soak. The baths in the old building also change daily between men and women.

Relax in a spacious building that also houses a hot spring museum.

In addition to simple spring water, the old building also offers "Experience baths" with sulfur, salt, and baking soda components added to each. This is especially popular with local visitors, as they can soak in a variety of different types of hot water. After taking a bath, guests can relax in the 90-mat hall with a peaceful view of the countryside outside the window, complete with Wi-Fi and a children's space. Next to the hall is the Onsen Museum, which exhibits materials related to hot springs, such as the history, types, benefits, and best ways to use hot springs. There is also a self-service cafeteria where you can enjoy ramen noodles and soft-serve ice cream, so you can fully enjoy yourself all day long.

Yumemuri-yashiki Yakushi no Yu

• 2811-41 Taira, Omachi-shi, Nagano MAP
• 10 minutes drive from JR Shinano-Omachi Station
• Take a bus from JR Shinano-Omachi Station, get off at Omachi Onsenkyo, and walk about 3 minutes.
• Nov-Jun 10:00-21:00 (last admission at 20:30), Jul-Oct 7:00-7:00
  Cafeteria 11:00-16:00
• No holidays
• Admission: Adults 750 yen, elementary school students 300 yen, children over 3 years old 100 yen, children under 3 years old free of charge
• 0261-23-2834
• Free of charge
• Simple hot spring (weakly alkaline hypotonic high hot spring)

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Shinshu Kanakuma Onsen Asuka-so

Public hot spring with panoramic view of the mountains will refresh you.

Legend has it that Kintaro took a dip in this hot spring during childbirth. It has long been known as the "hot spring of beauty" and the "hot spring of fertility," and is reputed to be gentle on the skin and hard to cool down. This is the only inn where you can enjoy this hot spring, and the Public hot spring with its large windows overlooking the mountains of Shinshu offers a sense of openness. There is also a jet bath, a lying bath, and a sauna for a comfortable and refreshing bath. Twice a month on Sundays, families can enjoy a "duck bath" with yellow ducks floating in it, and on the 26th of each month, guests can soak in a seasonal bath with apple, yuzu, peach leaves, and bamboo charcoal in the bathtub.

Take a break with local milk, handmade soba noodles, and oyaki

After being healed by the skin-beautifying hot water, visitors can spend time in the spacious tatami-matted free rest room. Take a breather with pasteurized milk from Matsuda Dairy of Omachi or "Matsuda Coffee," a bottle of café au lait made by combining milk and flannel drip coffee. The restaurant is also located inside the building, where you can enjoy the magnificent view of the mountains from the small kotatsu-style tables and chairs. Popular menu items include soba noodles made from locally produced buckwheat flour and home-made by craftsmen, and "ash-baked oyaki" made the old-fashioned way. 1,100 yen "Yutoku Set" which includes a choice of 10 dishes and a bath is also a good value.

Shinshu Kanakuma hot spring Asukasou

• 1160 Yasaka, Omachi-shi, Nagano MAP
• Approx. 15 min. by car from JR Shinano-Omachi Station
• Take a community bus from JR Shinano-Omachi Station and get off at Asukasou-mae.
• 10:00-21:00 (last admission at 20:30)
  Restaurant 11:00-14:30 (L.O. 14:00) 17:30-20:30 (L.O. 20:00)
• No holidays
• Admission: Adults 550 yen, children from 3 years old to elementary school students 300 yen, children 65 years old and older 450 yen
• 0261-26-2301
• Free of charge
• Simple sulfur spring

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Nanakura Sanso

Enjoy the outdoor hot spring in a private house with a soothing stream.

The hot spring is located in the Takase Valley, which is a trailhead for climbing Mt. Eboshi, the Ushirotateyama mountain range, and Mt. Both the indoor hot spring and Outdoor hot spring are often occupied by one person. The source is an alkaline hot spring said to be good for the skin. Soaking in the hot spring water while listening to the murmuring of the Nanakura stream will soothe both body and soul.

Enjoy spring water coffee on the terrace along the clear stream or at the Dining Area

After soaking in the hot spring, which has a reputation for moisturizing the skin with its soft and non-irritating touch, enjoy a comfortable moment on the terrace with its large wooden deck. Located in the mountains at an elevation of 1,050 meters, the terrace is cool and air-conditioned even in summer. The adjoining Dining Area offers a barbecue (reservation required), grilled rockfish from the Takase River, soba noodles topped with mushrooms and wild vegetables, and udon noodles. Coffee brewed with spring water is also recommended. Other original goods, such as T-shirts and towels with designs of the adorable Okojo that live in Tateyama, are also available.

Nanakura Sanso

• 2118-37 Takaseiri, Omachi-shi, Nagano MAP
• Approx. 25 min. by car from JR Shinano Omachi Station
• Open 8:00-18:00, 6:00-6:00 during summer vacation and fall foliage season
• Closed during summer vacation and foliage season, closed from late November to mid-April.
• Admission: Adults 650 yen, elementary school students 300 yen, preschool children free
• 0261-22-4006
• Free of charge
• Alkaline simple hot spring
• Shared cab service available from JR Shinano-Omachi Station (1,900 yen one way, reservation required)

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Onjuku Kajika

Enjoy two sources of hot spring water in a sophisticated hot spring hotel

Kuzu Hot Spring is a 400-year-old hot spring in the mountains. This modern Japanese-style hot spring inn with only six rooms stands along the Takase River valley, which collects spring water from the Northern Alps. The inn offers a day-trip hot spring service during the daytime only. The indoor hot spring is on the premises, and the outdoor hot spring is drawn from the opposite side of the river, both with abundant hot water and free-flowing hot-spring water. The outdoor hot spring is especially popular, with a faint scent of sulfur and plenty of hot spring water flowers dancing in the air. Whenever you visit, you will be welcomed by beautiful nature, whether it is the season of fresh young leaves, the season of colorful autumn leaves, or the winter when the whole area is enveloped in a world of silver.

Comfortable inn with floor heating using hot spring water

All bathtubs in the indoor baths are made of Koyamaki (Japanese cedar), one of Kiso's five wood species. Soaking in the hot spring surrounded by the gentle fragrance of the wood seems to relieve the fatigue of daily life. The floor heating system that uses the heat from the hot spring is also comfortable for bare feet, making it a pleasant place to relax after soaking. In front of the front desk is a gallery where visitors can view paintings, prints, and other works by local artists. The dining room, with large windows on three sides, overlooks the Takase River. Quenching your thirst with locally produced apple juice is also recommended.

Onjuku Kajika

• 2106 Taira, Omachi-shi, Nagano MAP
• 20 minutes drive from JR Shinano Omachi Station
• 10:00-16:00 (last admission at 15:00)
• The 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month (closed the following day if the Wednesday is a national holiday), year-end and New Year holidays *Open all year round in August and October.
• Admission: Adults 850 yen, children from 4 years old to elementary school students 500 yen
• 0261-22-1311
• Free of charge
• Simple hot spring (weakly alkaline hypotonic high hot spring)

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Hoshino Resorts KAI Alps

The inn of a hidden hot spring healed by the hospitality of a sunken hearth

About 80 minutes by car from Nagano Station. This hot spring ryokan is located in Omachi Onsen-kyo. Guest rooms and hot spring bathhouses are lined up on both sides along "Gangi," an arcade in the snow country, where you can experience the countryside of Shinshu, with fair days and traditional games in summer, and snow games with kamakura and kanjiki in winter.
All Guest rooms are "Shinanomotenashi no Ma" (Shinano hospitality room). The rooms are decorated with kirie art frames and lit by lanterns made of Matsuzaki washi paper, creating a peaceful atmosphere. In the earthen floor with a sunken hearth, you can enjoy the hospitality of the countryside, such as oyaki, baked apples, and heated sake. It is as if you have returned to your hometown, where you can spend time relaxing both body and soul.

Hoshino Resorts KAI Alps

• 2884-26 Taira, Omachi-shi, Nagano MAP
• 80 min. by express bus from JR Nagano Station to Omachi Onsen-kyo, 10 min. walk from the bus stop.
• 0570-073-011（Kai Reservation Center)
• Available