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[Aomori] From famous hot springs to hidden hot springs! Here are the recommended hot springs and famous inns in Aomori Prefecture!

Located in the northernmost part of the Tohoku region, Aomori Prefecture is an area where the cold can be particularly severe. When traveling to Aomori Prefecture, you'll want to warm your body gently in a hot spring. There are hot springs all over the prefecture, so why not stop by a place that catches your eye? Here we'll introduce three recommended hot spring resorts and inns

Asamushi Onsen

Asamushi Onsen, which boasts a long history dating back to the Heian period, is located in an area overlooking the sea and is particularly bustling in the summer with people enjoying swimming and yachting

There are plenty of tourist spots to visit, such as the Asamushi Aquarium and Asamushi Onsen Forest Park, so many families visit.
Asamushi Onsen is so well-known that it is called the "Atami of Tohoku," and its chloride spring water is said to be effective against rheumatism and neuralgia.

The inns are located around Asamushi Onsen Station, so transportation access is good

Recommended Inn in Asamushi Onsen: "Tsubakikan, an Inn Associated with Shiko Munakata"

Tsubakikan, an inn associated with Munakata Shiko, a world-famous printmaker from Aomori Prefecture, used it as a place for his creative endeavors. Even today, Munakata Shiko's works are on display throughout the building, and you can listen to his lectures every Saturday and Sunday night

The hot spring that springs from within the premises is called Tsubaki no Yu, and the large public bath in the hotel is attractive because you can enjoy fresh hot water that flows directly from the source, using nine springs

Some meals use ingredients from this hot spring, so you'll be satisfied with the flavors that are unique to Asamushi Onsen

Tsubakikan＜Information＞

  • Name: Tsubakikan
  • Address: 14 Asamushi Uchino, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture, 039-3501
  • Phone number: 017-752-3341
  • Official URL: http://www.810215.com/

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Lake Towada Hot Springs

The Lake Towadako Onsen area in Towada City, Aomori Prefecture, has four hot springs: Yakeyama, Tsuta, Yachi, and Sarukura

The most famous is Yakeyama Onsen, which is a tourist hub for Lake Towada and Oirase Gorge, but Yachi Onsen, which boasts a history of about 400 years, is counted as one of Japan's three great hidden hot springs, so it's a must-visit for hot spring enthusiasts. If you're thinking of visiting various hot springs, be sure to make a trip here

Recommended Inn in Lake Towada Hot Springs: Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel

The Hoshino Resorts chain hotel, which is especially popular among women, is famous as the only mountain stream resort hotel in Japan

The mountain stream open-air bath, which was recently renovated in 2017, is located in the Oirase forest, and listening to the murmuring of the stream will relax your body and mind. The outdoor bath also includes a mixed outdoor bath. The restaurant "Aomori Apple Kitchen," where you can enjoy plenty of Aomori's famous apples, is also very popular

Oirase Keiryu Hotel <Information>

  • Name: Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel
  • Address: 231 Okuse Tochikubo, Towada City, Aomori Prefecture 034-0301
  • Phone number: 0570-073-022
  • Official URL: http://www.oirase-keiryuu.jp/

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Sukayu Hot Springs

For those who want to enjoy the majestic scenery of Mt. Hakkoda while also enjoying the hot springs, we recommend Sukayu Onsen

The hot springs that originate from the volcanoes of the Hakkoda mountain range are highly acidic and are said to be effective against skin diseases and gynecological disorders. The huge Senninburo bath, made entirely from cypress, is also famous for being a mixed bath. Located in an area with heavy snowfall, Sukayu Onsen is the perfect place to warm up your chilled body

Recommended accommodation in Sukayu Onsen: Sukayu Onsen Ryokan

Many people enjoy Sukayu Onsen on a day trip, but there are also accommodation facilities on the Sukayu Onsen grounds

This accommodation, designated as the first national hot spring resort, is divided into "Building I" and "Building No. 7," so you can choose whichever suits your tastes. At the restaurant, you can order Sukayu's specialty, Sukayu Soba. This relaxing inn will help you soothe the fatigue of your journey

Sukayu Onsen Ryokan＜Information＞

  • Name: Sukayu Onsen Ryokan
  • Address: 50 Sukeyuzawa, Arakawa Minami Arakawayama National Forest, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture, 030-0111
  • Phone number: 017-738-6400
  • Official URL: http://www.sukayu.jp/

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summary

All of the hot springs in Aomori Prefecture are surrounded by nature, allowing you to relax in the bathtub. However, some facilities are closed during the winter, so we recommend that you check before you stay. Trying out the various baths, including open-air baths and mixed baths, is sure to leave you with fond memories

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