Around Minakami Town Akazawa Ski Resort × Hot spring × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

We offer a "Full Order Style Dinner," where you can enjoy freshly prepared dishes served one by one, unlike buffets or all-you-can-eat options. Each dish is crafted with the quality of fine Italian cuisine by our former Executive Chef of Palace Hotel Tachikawa. You can savor your favorite dishes freshly made each time, creating a unique dining experience tailored just for you.The onsen features the renowned Sarugakyo Onsen water, known for its skin-beautifying properties. Enjoy it as much as you like during your stay. From rooms with semi-open-air baths to casual accommodations, we provide guest rooms suited to your preferred style of stay. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature while indulging in exquisite cuisine and relaxing onsen.*Please note that we do not accommodate guests who are preschool-aged or younger.*

An accommodation close to the sky, located in the highest area and innermost part of Shima Onsen within Joshin'etsu National Park. Enjoy the pure air, chirping birds, rich nature, and high-quality onsen water from four natural sources (all rooms equipped with private onsen baths), offering a rejuvenating experience for both body and mind.

“Kura-no-Yu,” a renovated Meiji-era storehouse bath, offers a lukewarm soak in our private 36°C natural hot spring, along with guest Rooms set within a traditional Japanese house of white plaster and black lacquer finishes. Each Room is equipped with a massage chair, and we welcome you with relaxed, unobtrusive hospitality. Furnishings, antiques, calligraphy, and paintings are displayed throughout the property, creating an atmosphere like an art museum. For dining, savor creative cuisine made with local and seasonal ingredients to your heart’s content.

Our large public bath, featuring free-flowing natural hot spring water, is located in Sarugakyo Onsen. With high ceilings and a bright, open atmosphere, it offers separate bathing areas including a rock bath and a hinoki cypress bath for a relaxing soak.In addition, our open-air bath lets you enjoy a rock bath while surrounded by nature.

Renovated and reopened in December 2015. An Onsen resort overlooking Akaya Lake. Enjoy the gentle natural Onsen and a wide variety of buffets featuring Gunma's local ingredients. Convenient access to nearby attractions offers various ways to enjoy your stay.

A secluded hot spring property located within Jōshin'etsu Kōgen National Park. Famous for its Rokumeikan-style grand bath "Hōshi no Yu," reminiscent of the Meiji era.

[Awarded TripAdvisor Japan’s Top 25 Ryokan for five consecutive years] Step through the small gate lit with amber-hued lanterns, and you’ll be embraced by the warmth of beautifully polished wood. Surrender to a gentle sense of nostalgia, unwind at your own pace, and let your mind be set free in this hot-spring village—an oasis of quiet in the forests of Shima: Shima Onsen Tokiwasure no Accommodation Kamoto.

Naeba Prince Hotel boasts 1,216 guest rooms. With direct access to the ski slopes for easy convenience and 22 restaurants to choose from to suit your mood. An entertainment Resort Hotel where everyone can enjoy Onsen, shopping, snow rafting, night tours by snowcat, and more.

Amidst the rich nature, the sturdy thatched roof warmly welcomes you. Since the distant Muromachi period, the Onsen for therapeutic purposes has flourished and been cherished for five hundred years, and even today, the onsen village of Shima Tamura continues to be loved. The moment you see the wooden signboard "Onsen Property" hanging at the entrance, a relaxing atmosphere envelops you. Take a moment to immerse yourself in this tranquility and enjoy a leisurely time.

Since its establishment in Genroku 7 (1694), "Sekizenkan" has welcomed guests for over 300 years, with a constant flow of visitors seeking Onsen therapy. The Property features three distinct buildings: the "Main Building," known as the oldest Onsen inn architecture in Japan, where the culture of Onsen therapy still thrives; the "Sansou," designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan for its excellent design and architectural techniques in the Momoyama style; and the "Kashoutei," located at the highest point in Shima Onsen, surrounded by the tranquility of ancient pine trees. At Sansou and Kashoutei, guests can savor exquisite kaiseki cuisine prepared by the head chef. Enjoy a variety of Onsen experiences, including the retro-modern "Genroku no Yu" and the seasonal "Mori no Yu."

Opened in November 2024, "Kanouya Shima Onsen" offers all rooms with private open-air Onsen baths featuring natural hot spring water. Situated along the clear Shimagawa River, you can enjoy breathtaking views of Shima's nature through large windows and from the baths. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and indulge in a relaxing time immersed in nature.

We cherish a quietly flowing sense of time, focusing on stays for two, such as couples and partners. From the guest rooms and baths, you can hear the gentle murmur of the river and relax away from everyday life. Meals are prepared entirely by hand, featuring ingredients mainly from Gunma Prefecture. There is no large public bath; instead, you may use our three private reservable baths free of charge. Each bath is supplied with “Gomusō-no-Yu,” the original hot spring source of Shima Onsen.

You can enjoy five different baths and seven unique tubs, all available for private use. Meals are served in "Roan," a completely private dining area with a hearth at each table, where you can leisurely savor charcoal-grilled dishes and local cuisine.

This is a modern Ryokan at Shima Onsen, popular among women. It features a large public bath and three private open-air baths that can be used multiple times for free. Check-out is at 12 PM, making it ideal for those who wish to relax in the morning.

Along the Shima River, enjoy 100% natural Onsen with three abundant private sources in various bathing facilities. Savor the Satoyama Kaiseki cuisine, featuring the bountiful mountain and river delicacies of Gunma.

A secluded inn located in the valley of the Akaya River, a tributary of the Tone River. Known for its lukewarm therapeutic waters, it is renowned for alleviating neuralgia, joint pain, rheumatism, and whiplash. Ideal not only for therapeutic purposes but also for relaxing and rejuvenating amidst abundant nature. Enjoy the hidden hot springs to the fullest.

Shima Onsen, a historic hot spring resort, has thrived as a place of healing. The mineral-rich Onsen water enhances skin elasticity, radiance, and clarity. The gentle murmur of the Shima River provides a tranquil atmosphere.

Established in the 7th year of Genroku. This is Japan's oldest property architecture designated as an important cultural property, also famous as the model for the movie "Spirited Away." Enjoy four diverse onsen, including the retro-modern "Genroku Onsen" and the "Mori Onsen" that reflects the changing seasons.

A hot spring hotel nestled in a serene 330,000-square-meter retreat surrounded by clear streams. Enjoy the renowned skin-beautifying hot springs with rooms featuring open-air baths, private baths, and access to sister properties for a delightful hot spring hopping experience! Dinner includes a buffet of over 50 Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes. Savor freshly grilled beef steak and tempura prepared live at the kitchen station.

Set beside the scenic Shima River Gorge, with views of Fusen-kyo Gorge—also known for its brilliant autumn foliage—ShimaBlue is a secluded retreat in the mountains. With the soothing sounds of the Shima River nearby, this is Shima Onsen’s first private cottage property featuring open-air Onsen baths, offering seven distinctive spaces to relax and enjoy the renowned waters of Shima Onsen.The seven guest cottages each feature their own uniquely designed private open-air Onsen bath. Lined up along the river, they offer an airy terrace where the gentle murmur of flowing water creates a calming atmosphere. Dining includes our signature barbecue showcasing carefully selected ingredients from Gunma Prefecture, along with a wide selection of local craft beer, wine, and more. Surrounded by the beautiful nature of the Shima River—beloved as “Shima Blue”—enjoy an unforgettable villa-style stay filled with scenery, cuisine, and local blessings.