Shirakaba Resort Ikenotaira Hotel Koten no Yu

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A highland hot spring resort on the shores of Shirakaba Lake

Nagano Tateshina Town

Koten no Yu is the hot spring and sauna facility of Shirakaba Resort Ikenotaira Hotel in Tateshina, Kitasaku District, Nagano Prefecture. Located on the shores of Shirakaba Lake at an elevation of 1,400 m, its infinity-style open-air baths offer panoramic views of Mount Kurumayama and the lake. The lakeside mixed-gender area Ku features a panoramic sauna called Ku that appears to float above the lake and a cold plunge bath continuously fed by natural spring water from Mount Tateshina. The gender-separated indoor saunas offer an aroma automatic löyly every 30 minutes. The Tarugasawa Onsen, a calcium-sodium sulfate spring, gently warms the body, and the post-bath lounge offers complimentary drinks made from natural spring water. Guests can enjoy the resort atmosphere all day long whether staying overnight or visiting for a day trip.

Hot Spring & Bath Information

Tarugasawa Onsen

TypeNatural Hot Spring

Tarugasawa Onsen 1

Tarugasawa Onsen is a calcium-sodium sulfate spring. The water feels soft on the skin and has high heat retention, gently warming the body from the core. It is expected to be effective for chronic muscle and joint pain, sensitivity to cold, and recovery from fatigue.

Sauna

[Ki no Yu] Sauna

88°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)

Capacity7people

[Ki no Yu] Sauna 1
[Ki no Yu]

An automatic löyly operates every 30 minutes, filling the room with aromatic steam that also has moisturizing effects. The sauna includes a reclining area where guests can lie down and relax while warming their bodies to the core.

[Ishi no Yu] Sauna

88°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)

Capacity7people

[Ishi no Yu] Sauna 1
[Ishi no Yu]

The Ishi no Yu sauna is built around natural stone. An automatic löyly using orange aroma operates every 30 minutes, filling the room with a sweet, refreshing scent and abundant steam. Like Ki no Yu, it offers a reclining area for lying back and fully relaxing. The solid weight and presence of the stone give the space a stable atmosphere, creating an environment that helps you focus on the warming effects.

Panoramic Sauna - Ku -

90°C

Sauna TypeDry Sauna

Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)

Capacity14people

Panoramic Sauna - Ku - 1
Lakeside mixed bath Ku

A panoramic sauna with views of Shirakaba Lake and Mount Kurumayama. The curved, wave-inspired design projects large windows out toward the lake, creating the sensation of floating above the water. Three stoves warm the room evenly, and at 1,400 m elevation you can relax and sweat while taking in the crisp air and expansive scenery. As a swimwear-required mixed-gender area, families and couples can enjoy the sauna experience together.

Cold Bath

[Ki no Yu] Cold plunge bath

15°C

Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)

Capacity3people

Flow-through
[Ki no Yu] Cold plunge bath 1
[Ki no Yu]

A cold plunge bath continuously fed with natural spring water from Mount Tateshina. The water, sourced from high-altitude flows, is exceptionally mellow and soft. Three single-person tub baths are available.

[Ishi no Yu] Cold plunge bath

15°C

Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)

Capacity2people

Flow-through
[Ishi no Yu] Cold plunge bath 1
[Ishi no Yu]

An individual tub-style cold plunge bath continuously fed by clear spring water that has passed through the geological layers of Mount Tateshina. The indoor tub is set to about 15°C, providing a gentle whole-body cooling experience, while the outdoor tub, exposed to the air, can drop to around 9–10°C depending on the season. The single-person tub format lets you soak at your own pace and carefully release heat after the sauna.

Waterfall-style cold plunge bath

12°C

Water QualityNatural Water (Groundwater, Spring, etc.)

Capacity4people

Flow-throughDrinkable
Waterfall-style cold plunge bath 1
Lakeside mixed bath Ku

A waterfall-style cold plunge bath located just outside the Panoramic Sauna Ku. Continuously fed with natural spring water from Mount Tateshina, the water temperature varies by season but offers a brisk, refreshing chill. The natural water poured into the tub is potable.

Business Hours

Monday
11:30〜23:00
Tuesday
11:30〜23:00
Wednesday
11:30〜23:00
Thursday
11:30〜23:00
Friday
11:30〜23:00
Saturday
11:30〜23:00
Sunday
11:30〜23:00
Holiday
11:30〜23:00
💡 Day-use bathing 11:30~23:00

Closed Days: None

Address

1596 Ashida Hakkano, Tateshina-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture

Photos and images on this page were taken by us, or provided by the facility with permission to publish.
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