Nagano Yamanouchi Town
Yudanaka Onsen Aburaya Tōsen
Spectacular open-air baths overlooking the Shinshu mountain range and a highly heat-retentive natural hot spring
- Yudanaka Shibu Onsen Area
- Tattoos may be permitted
- Scenic View
- Onsen Ryokan
- Reserved onsen available
- Natural Hot Spring
About Yudanaka Onsen Aburaya Tōsen
"Yudanaka Onsen Aburaya Tōsen" is a hot spring ryokan in Yamanochi, Nagano Prefecture. In the expansive bath floor, where the murmur of the Yomase River and the majestic mountains of Shinshu form a scenic backdrop, travelers are welcomed by a variety of baths with distinct atmospheres, including an open-air bath that sparkles as if blending into the color of the sky and a reclining bath that lulls you into a pleasant drowsiness. The natural hot spring, a chloride spring that gently envelops the skin, brings warmth that lingers long after you leave the bath. A dry sauna where you can quietly work up a deep sweat and alternating hot-and-cold bathing with a crisp, chilled cold plunge bath sharpen both body and mind. Special rooms with private saunas and a rooftop bar overlooking the starry sky promise an extraordinary stay for mature adults.
Hot SpringONSEN
Large bath Dream Road Bath
An open and spacious large bath with a panoramic view of the Yomase River flowing below and the distant mountain ranges of Shinshu. When you let yourself sink into the roomy tub, the mellow chloride spring natural hot spring softly caresses your skin. As you move between a reclining bath, massage bath, and other varied tubs, you can be deeply soothed by the breath of nature and the warmth of the water.
Large bath Dream Viewing Bath
Another large bath set against the canvas of Shiga's mountain ranges through the changing seasons. It features a fantastical open-air bath whose colors shift through seven hues over time, along with playful baths such as a cascading shower bath that provides a pleasant stimulation. With the magnificent scenery as a borrowed landscape, you can savor the ever-changing colors of the sky and the blessings of the hot water to your heart's content.
Private open-air bath
A private reservable open-air bath fitted with a Shigaraki ware tub. You can monopolize the sweeping panoramic view and the sound of the wind crossing the river without worrying about anyone else's gaze. Whether conversing with someone important to you or quietly surrendering yourself to the silence alone, you can fully enjoy a special bath just for you.
Open-air bath in guest room
A special guest room with a private open-air bath on the terrace. While feeling the rich nature of Yudanaka and the clear murmur of the river up close, you can enjoy the famous waters as many times as you like at any time of day, whether in the morning light or on a night filled with stars. It promises the extraordinary luxury of simply facing nature and being embraced by the water.
SaunaSAUNA
Dry sauna
A serene dry sauna embraced by the warmth of wood. The powerful yet gentle heat radiating from the heat source wraps the entire body evenly. As you close your eyes and breathe quietly, the noise of everyday life drifts away, and with the sweat that keeps flowing, both body and mind are gradually released from tension. In this deeply immersive setting, you can savor a quiet time to face yourself.
Private bedrock bath
A private, reservable bedrock bath in an individual room, where you lie on a warm natural stone bed and slowly warm your body to the core. Enveloped by mild heat that never feels stifling, you are gently encouraged to sweat in a soothing way. In the silence unique to a private space, you can enjoy an exquisite detox experience together with deep tranquility.
In-room sauna
A private sauna prepared in select special guest rooms, where no one will disturb you. You can enjoy self-löyly by pouring water onto the heated sauna stones yourself. While receiving the rich steam and pleasant waves of heat with your whole body, you can fine-tune the space to your preferred humidity. In your own completely secluded sauna room, you can indulge in the ultimate relaxation.
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Facility Information
- Address
- 〒381-0402 Sano, Yamanochi-machi, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture 2586-5 Oaza Sano, Yamanochi-machi, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture
- Business Hours
- 14:30〜11:00
Last check-in: 19:00
- Closed Days
- Irregular Holidays
- Gender Access
- Gender Separated
- Tattoo Policy (Communal Bath)
- No tattoo-specific restriction
- Official Website
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