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How about spending a luxurious time relaxing in the ultimate secret hot springs in your hectic daily life? This time we will introduce Hijiori Onsen,
What is Hijiori Onsen?
Hibiori Onsen has a history of about 1,200 years since its opening, and has been known as a hot spring resort in a hidden area since ancient times. Located at the foot of the sacred mountain "Gatsuyama", it was once a place where many visitors stopped by as the last place to cleanse their bodies before visiting Gatsuyama.
that a long time ago, an old monk who had suffered from breaking his elbow was soaked in the hot springs of this area, and his wounds quickly healed, which is why he came to be called "Yojiri."
Recommended ways to spend time at Hijiori Onsen
Hibiori Onsen is a place where you can relax and forget about the hectic nature of everyday life. Why not try a luxurious stay while enjoying the margins of your time without packing too much of your schedule?
This time we will introduce how to enjoy a day trip.
A leisurely stroll
Let's take a stroll around the hot spring town. The emotion-filled streets are as if time has stopped.
The sound of the Dozan River that gently envelops the hot spring village will make you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and invite you to a nostalgic world view.
Former Hijiori Post Office Building
The building has a retro, cute appearance with window frames marked "〒" It was built in 1937 until 1995, and was used as a post office building.
The post office then moved to the new office building. This building was considered to be demolished temporarily, but it is still cherished and preserved today, thanks to the passionate feelings of locals.
Former Hibiori Post Office Building <Information>
Name: Former Hibiori Post Office
Address: 512 Minamiyama, Okura Village, Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture, 996-0201
Hibiori Dam, designated as a registered tangible cultural property in the country, is located about a five-minute walk from the hot spring town. In spring, the snow melts and the amount of water increases, making it a spectacular sight.
The lights are lit up on the first and third Saturdays of June, September and October , making tourists happy with a different look than they did in the daytime.
Hibiori Dam <Information>
Name: Hibiori Dam
Address: 621 Minamiyama, Okura Village, Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture, 996-0301
If you're tired of walking, eat. Our recommendation is "tori soba" from Soba Dokoro Kotoya
Okura Village, home to Hichiori Onsen, is also a famous soba noodles. Not only is the aromatic flavor of the soba noodles, but the soup is also worth noting.
It's refreshing yet delicious, and the refreshing taste of the mitsuke leaves on top enhances the refreshing feeling. The chicken is well-smelt, and the flavor spreads in your mouth every time you bite it, making you smile in your mouth.
Soba Dokoro Kotoshiya <Information>
Name: Soba Dokoro Kotoya
Address: 571 Minamiyama, Okura Village, Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture, 996-0301
The color and feel of the hot water at Hichiori Onsen vary depending on the source. Enjoy comparing hot water as much as time allows.
Hijiori Deyukan
Hiori Ideyukan, which provides tourist information and culture about Hiori Onsen, is the core facility of Hiori Onsen. The quality of the water, which is said to make your skin smooth, is particularly popular with women.
The facility is also equipped with a co-working space, making it a dream-like stay where you can enjoy both hot spring therapy and work.
Information
Name: Hijiori Ideyukan (Okura Village Tourism Association)
Address: 451-2 Minamiyama, Okura Village, Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture 996-0301
Caldera Hot Springs Hall is one of the rare hot springs in Japan where you can enjoy natural carbonated springs. You can relax in the hot water while looking at the beautiful nature of Hijiori.
This facility offers free hot spring drinking! I pour natural carbonated water into my body, which had been hot after taking a bath. What a luxury it is.
The carbonated water has a smooth mouthfeel and gives off a slight sourness and iron on your tongue. The soft and fluffy bubbles are pleasant to the touch.
Caldera Hot Spring Hall <Information>
Name: Golden Onsen Caldera Onsen Hall
Address: 2127-79 Minamiyama, Okura Village, Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture 996-0301
Take as a souvenir a cider containing natural carbonated water that was loved by Mokichi Saito.
As a souvenir from your trip, why not try Hijiori Caldera Cider, which is made using carbonated water that gushes out at Caldera Onsenkan?
Mokichi Saito, a poet from Yamagata Prefecture, was also very fond of drinking carbonated water from Hijiori Onsen with sugar, and wrote about the experience in his poems.
The scent of the spring that bubbles up and springs is good, and it's a good day for a kefu
Mokichi Saito was as happy as a child with the fizzing, carbonated taste, and is said to have had two or three cups.
On the way home, you can drink while ruminating on the memories of your trip, or give it as a gift to someone you love. Be sure to get some refreshing and refreshing cider for your HIBORI.
summary
Hibiori Onsen is a hot spring resort enveloping the bosom of nature.
As we introduced this time, you can enjoy it even on a day trip, but if you stay overnight you can enjoy its charm many times more. When you stay, be sure to take part in the famous morning market.
Why not spend some free time detoxing your mind and body at Hijiori Onsen?
![Mogami river boat ride (1)](https://jp.neft.asia/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/1dcca0d97fdde973223f130720a3387b-150x150.jpg.webp "[Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture] Let's go and listen to "Yoisanomakasho" sung by the boatman on the "Mogami River Boat Boat Boat Cruise" which can be enjoyed in a kotatsu until March!")
