Around Minakami Town Akazawa Ski Resort × Accommodation For Focused Study And Self-StudyRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

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.

“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.

Ayameya Ryokan, nestled in Shima Onsen, is a quiet hot-spring destination surrounded by nature where you can enjoy the scenery of all four seasons. Waterfalls and lakes are scattered throughout the area, making it perfect for leisurely walks. You can also enjoy playing in the clear waters of the Shima River. Our five 10-tatami Japanese-style rooms offer peaceful, relaxing spaces with seasonal mountain views from the windows. Shima Onsen is designated as a National Health Hot Spring and is known for its gentle waters, making it safe and comfortable even for small children and pregnant guests. We also serve dishes featuring fresh seasonal ingredients, generously using delicacies from both the mountains and the river.

The property located by the shores of Akaya Lake features seven non-smoking rooms, all with lake views, and boasts the gentle Sarugakyo Onsen flowing directly from the source. From the windows, guests can enjoy seasonal scenery and views of Akaya Lake, experiencing a tranquil time away from daily life. In the spacious Japanese-style rooms, dinner includes a creative Japanese kaiseki meal full of seasonal flavors, and breakfast is a traditional Japanese meal. The traditional Japanese garden also offers different delights with each visit.

A new kind of casual stay Hotel blending Onsen and art. SHIN Toji Hotel <LULUD> is a casual Hotel with simple services that offer both freedom and great value, meeting a wide range of needs—from sightseeing to workations and long-term stays. We offer a variety of guest Rooms, from suite Rooms to dormitory-style shared Rooms (semi-private), which are rare in Onsen destinations. With a meeting lounge and shared kitchen, plus a café restaurant in the common area, you can freely enjoy a break between work or your stay as well as lunch. Enjoy your own LULUD stay—savoring rich experiences at a great budget, just the way you like.