Around Yahitsu Dam × Accommodation with Tatami Japanese-Style RoomRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Kamikura’s Onsen is a rare “bubble Onsen,” found in only 0.5% across The whole country. Countless tiny bubbles cling to your skin, like being wrapped in natural sparkling water. Surrender to the gentle waters and let everyday fatigue melt away from the core of your body. For dinner, enjoy “Japanese French” supervised by Grand Chef SHOTA, a former French chef at Grand Hyatt Tokyo. Savor seasonal flavors from the foothills of Mt. Kurikoma, finished with the delicate techniques of French cuisine. During your meal, slip into a fine kimono—an exclusive “French in Kimono” experience available only at Kamikura. Limited to a maximum of 7 parties per day. In profound silence, find time here simply to return to yourself.

~Highlights of Heilzaam Kurikoma~■ Convenient for hiking Mt. Kurikoma. The autumn “Carpet of the Gods” is a breathtaking sight.■ Surrounded by majestic mountains, offering spectacular seasonal views throughout the year.■ The chef’s signature kaiseki set featuring abundant local ingredients such as highland daikon radish and paprika.■ Our proud Onsen, fed by our own private source, leaves your skin smooth and silky—a renowned beauty bath.■ An open-air bath with a wonderful sense of openness, embraced by Kurikoma’s nature.■ Guests staying overnight can use the Onsen pool free of charge (available during designated operating periods).■ Families with children are very welcome. Kids’ meals are available for elementary school age and under; Child Sharing Existing Bedding is free.

A natural Onsen property boasting one of the best spring qualities in Tohoku, with 100% natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source. Enjoy a relaxing time that soothes your heart in an open-air bath overlooking beautiful seasonal landscapes. For meals, we offer exquisite dishes featuring local seasonal flavors, including Maesawa beef of A5 rank, making it ideal for special occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays for couples, families, and friends. Enjoy a relaxing time that makes you forget the passage of time while being soothed by the scenery woven by nature.

Offering seasonal dishes utilizing homegrown vegetables and soba, along with the rich ingredients of Iwate. The Japanese-style rooms feature modern designs, including twin rooms with beds suitable for elderly guests. The Onsen, sourced from 500m underground, is renowned as a beauty-enhancing hot spring, complemented by open-air baths for relaxation amidst nature. Additionally, enjoy a seasonal countryside kaiseki meal featuring ingredients from Iwate Prefecture, such as locally sourced vegetables and rice, handmade soba, and the nationally renowned Maesawa beef.

The open-air bath and spacious large public bath, where you can feel the murmuring of Genbikei Gorge, are natural onsen known as "Bijin no Yu" (Beautiful Skin Water). In the calm atmosphere unique to a property with a long history, you can relax and soothe your travel fatigue. Meals include carefully selected dishes using ingredients such as authentic Chinese cuisine and Maesawa beef. It is just a 5-minute walk to Genbikei Gorge and about 17 minutes by car to the World Heritage Site Chuson-ji Temple, offering excellent access. Ideal as a base for sightseeing in Hiraizumi, perfect for family or group stays.

A recommended Hotel as a sightseeing base for Hiraizumi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011. Nearby are many attractions, including Chuson-ji Temple, Motsu-ji Temple, Genbikei Gorge, and Geibikei Gorge. From your Room, enjoy views of rural landscapes and Mt. Kurikoma, and take in the beauty of every season. The Onsen is a chloride spring rich in metasilicic acid, known for its skin-beautifying benefits and excellent heat retention. Savor the chef’s signature kaiseki cuisine made with local ingredients and enjoy Iwate’s seasonal flavors. At the “Nemarai Lounge,” we offer complimentary alcoholic beverages and snacks for a relaxing time.

<One of Japan's Rare Strongly Acidic Myoban Ryokuban Onsen> The Onsen boasts an impressive flow rate of 6,000 liters per minute, making it one of the top sources in Japan in terms of volume from a single natural spring at an altitude of 1,126 meters. (According to old legends, it ranks second in the country.) The abundant Onsen water overflows from the source, forming a hot spring river. Additionally, due to the high altitude of this region, the area is known for its strong ultraviolet rays and is recognized as an ideal location for climate therapy. <Panoramic Public Bath at an Altitude of Approximately 1,100m> This open-air bath offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the natural beauty of the Sukawa Highlands, which spread across the foothills of Mount Kurikoma. From this liberating and rustic hot spring, you can see "Makunidake" to the left, the "Wild Bird Forest" with its lush beech primeval forest to the right, the "Iwakagami Wetlands" below, and directly ahead, where the ridgelines of mountains and forests meet, stands the majestic Dewafuji "Mount Chokai." The stunning natural scenery will leave a lasting impression. At night, you can also enjoy a sky full of stars that feels almost within reach!