Akita Kazuno City
Shikisairi Akita Zukushi Yuze Hotel
A hot spring inn in Akita where you can enjoy natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source and the beauty of the valley
- Scenic View
- Nature Immersion
- Onsen Ryokan
- Reserved onsen available
- Natural Hot Spring
- Free-flow from source
About Shikisairi Akita Zukushi Yuze Hotel
Shikisairi Akita Zukushi Yuze Hotel is a hot spring inn in Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture. Here, you can fully enjoy Yuze Onsen, one of Japan's Three Great Beauty Baths, with natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source. Experience the changing seasons through a variety of baths, including the open-air bath Sennin no Yu, which juts out over the Yoneshiro River stream, and Bijin no Yu, which overlooks a natural garden. Private baths and in-room open-air baths are also available, perfect for spending private time. After bathing, relax in the library lounge, where drinks and ice cream are free. The dining options are also excellent, with Akita's local cuisine on offer, allowing you to experience an extraordinary sense of healing surrounded by nature.
Hot SpringONSEN
Sennin no Yu [Men's Large Bath]
A men's-only large bath overlooking the Yuze stream and a panoramic view of lush greenery. The open-air bath, where you can listen to the murmur of the stream while gazing at the magnificent scenery, offers exceptional comfort. The natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source gently envelops the skin and slowly melts away everyday fatigue. *Hours: 5:15–11:00 / 15:00–24:15
Bijin no Yu [Women's Large Bath]
A women's-only large bath with a spacious open-air bath and indoor bath surrounded by greenery, offering a refreshing sense of openness. The skin-friendly natural hot spring water from a simple alkaline spring leaves your skin feeling moisturized every time you soak. Enjoy the view of the natural garden that changes with the seasons while refreshing both body and mind. *Hours: 5:15–11:00 / 15:00–24:15
Seseragi no Yu Nagomi
An open, relaxing bath where you can enjoy the Yuze Gorge, surrounded by abundant nature, even more deeply while soaking in the hot spring. Surrender yourself to the natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source and spend blissful moments as if becoming one with nature. *Hours: 5:15–11:00 / 15:00–24:15
Meditation Forest Bath
A space where you can quietly immerse yourself alone, surrounded by the forests of Hachimantai and the sounds of nature. While enjoying the natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source, you can experience a deep sense of relaxation far removed from everyday life. *Adults only, 18 and over *Hours: 5:30–11:00 / 15:00–24:00
Private Bath
A private bath where you can feel the warmth of wood all over your body. Enjoy the luxury of exclusive use of natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source while taking in the natural scenery of the Yoneshiro River. In a quiet space filled with the murmuring of the stream and birdsong, everyday fatigue is soothed away. *Fee: 1,500 yen for 45 minutes *Hours: 6:00–10:45 / 15:00–23:45
Guest Room Bath
Some special rooms and suites are equipped with private open-air baths or indoor baths where you can enjoy natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source. While admiring the spectacular views of the Hachimantai mountain range and Yuze Gorge, tinted by the evening glow or morning light, you can fully enjoy a private bath with no interruptions from anyone.
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Facility Information
- Address
- 〒018-5141 43 Yubata, Yuze, Hachimantai, Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture
- Business Hours
Large baths: 5:15–11:00 / 15:00–24:15 Meditation Forest Bath: 5:30–11:00 / 15:00–24:00 Private baths: 6:00–10:45 / 15:00–23:45
- Closed Days
- Open Year-Round
- Gender Access
- Gender Separated
- Tattoo Policy (Communal Bath)
- No Tattoos
- Official Website
- View official site
Access
By car
- About 10 minutes from Kazuno-Hachimantai IC on the Tohoku Expressway via Route 282 toward Morioka
- It may snow in Yuze from November onward. Please prepare studless tires or tire chains.
By train and bus
- Yuze Onsen Station on the JR Hanawa Line
- Take the JR Hanawa Line, operated by IGR Iwate Galaxy Railway, from Morioka Station or Odate Station to Yuze Onsen Station
- Highway bus Michinoku-go from Morioka Station or Odate Station. Reservation not required.
Shuttle service
- Free shuttle service is available from Yuze Onsen Station. Please contact the inn after arrival.