Shougetsu

A hilltop retreat overlooking the townscape of Gero, where you can immerse yourself in a famed hot spring and spectacular views.

Gifu Gero City

"Shougetsu" is a hot spring ryokan in Gero City, Gifu Prefecture. Perched on a hill overlooking the hot spring district, it offers sweeping views of the townscape of Gero and the Masuda River. In the large public bath, guests can enjoy the ever-changing beauty of the Hida mountains and the nightscape from a glass-walled indoor bath and a hinoki open-air bath. A private open-air bath tucked away in a quiet annex along the stream, as well as the guest room open-air baths with a strong sense of privacy, allow guests to fully savor Gero’s famed hot spring, known for leaving skin beautifully smooth. Wrapped in silence, this exceptional hideaway for adults offers a truly blissful stay that sharpens all five senses.

Hot Spring & Bath Information

Large Public Bath Gero Onsen

TypeNatural Hot Spring

The bathing area of the large public bath, Bamboo Tale. It features a spacious glass-walled indoor bath and a soothing open-air bath scented with hinoki cypress. Taking advantage of its hilltop location, it offers a grand panorama with the townscape of Gero below, the Masuda River ahead, and the fresh mountains of Hida stretching out before you. At night, the lights of the hot spring district sparkle in the nightscape, while in the morning a dreamlike view wrapped in morning mist unfolds, letting you fully enjoy a deep sense of unity with nature while soaking in the famed hot spring.

Private Open-Air Bath Gero Onsen

TypeNatural Hot Spring

Two private open-air baths, Momiji and Wakaba, standing in an annex along the stream. They offer a quiet, private space where you can feel the breath of nature up close, in a way that is different from the large public bath. The refreshing scent of the forest, the murmuring stream, and the songs of wild birds echo pleasantly around you. As you sink into the feeling of gently blending into Gero’s rich natural surroundings, you can enjoy an exquisite bathing experience in silence, undisturbed by anyone.

Guest Room Open-Air Bath Gero Onsen

TypeNatural Hot Spring

A luxurious open-air bath installed exclusively in the guest room. You can enjoy the famed hot spring whenever you like, while taking in wide views of the townscape and mountains of Gero all to yourself. The smooth, skin-beautifying water gently envelops the body and mind, easing away tension. With a pleasant breeze and the ever-changing sky and scenery before you, it is the perfect facility for guests who value privacy and want to savor a luxurious, restful time.

Business Hours

Monday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30
Tuesday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30
Wednesday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30
Thursday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30
Friday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30
Saturday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30
Sunday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30
Holiday
14:00〜00:00
06:00〜10:30

Closed Days: None

Address

2148-1 Nishikami-uda, Hagiwara-cho, Gero City, Gifu 509-2503

Hotel & Ryokan

Gender Access

Gender Separated

Tattoos in the Communal Bath
Unknown (Please Check)

The above applies to the communal (shared) baths. At facilities with private baths or private saunas, guests with tattoos may still be able to bathe. Please check with the facility for details.

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