Around Kinugawa Kunimihira Ski Resort × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

Reborn as "Oshu Hiraizumi Onsen Ryokan ITSUMU" after the history of its predecessor, Kinugawa-so.ITSUMU boasts an excellent location as a tourism hub, situated in the heart of the Tohoku region. We strive to ensure a comfortable stay for our guests and allow them to fully experience the charm of Oshu. With hospitality rooted in the local "people," "culture," and "history," we warmly welcome you.

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 Iwate’s seasonal flavors with the head chef’s signature kaiseki course featuring local ingredients. At the “Nemarai Lounge,” alcoholic beverages and snacks are available free of charge for an enjoyable time.

【Five Small Cottages at the Foot of Mount Yakeishi】 Our cottages are designed to suit your needs: - Cottages equipped with a wood deck, barbecue grill, and table with chairs. - Cottages where you can stay with your beloved pets. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, cooking utensils, a bath, a toilet with a bidet, and four beds per cottage. - Ingredients Unique to the Local Area - For meal-inclusive Plans, our staff will carefully prepare and serve meals. Enjoy a steak tasting of lean and marbled beef from Ogata Farm's Maesawa Beef, local river fish, and locally grown vegetables. (Menus vary by season.) During the winter season, when snow accumulates, we offer original hot pot dishes indoors. - Spend Time Your Way - At our Facility, staff manage an open fire site for campfires. Please note that this may be canceled depending on the weather. We also provide small fireworks sets for your enjoyment.

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 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.

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.

The town of Hiraizumi, a World Cultural Heritage site, offers gratitude and hospitality with the concept of Property, relaxation, learning, and prayer. Equipped with an internet corner and a large TV, the tea lounge provides various drinks and ice cream. The 12-tatami Japanese-style room with a spacious veranda is a charming space with morning sunlight, where you can enjoy the renowned Maesawa beef sukiyaki.

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.