Around Akakura Onsen Ski Resort × Accommodation For Enjoying Walks In The Onsen TownRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

A Ryokan with a traditional Japanese farmhouse style, surrounded by vast grounds and greenery. Enjoy a relaxing time with Onsen sourced directly from the spring and dishes made with locally sourced vegetables and seafood. Awarded two stars in the Michelin Guide Niigata 2020.

Located in the nature-rich city of Myoko, Niigata Prefecture, Akakura Onsen is a historic hot spring area with over 200 years of history. Kounkaku is an Onsen Accommodation that has stood in this area since the opening of Akakura Onsen. After renovating the former Ryokan's large communal bath over a decade, it reopened in 2024 as a small private rental Onsen Accommodation. Out of approximately 90 square meters, 26 square meters are dedicated to a natural onsen bath with free-flowing hot spring water, accommodating up to four guests. Equipped with amenities such as a kitchen and washer-dryer, it is perfect for long-term stays and offers the comfort of a private villa. Enjoy luxurious moments away from daily life while taking in seasonal natural scenery and activities.

The property, boasting over 100 years of history, features the largest onsen water volume in the Akakura Onsen area. Enjoy a relaxing bath experience in the large communal bath equipped with an open-air bath, sauna, and jacuzzi, available 24 hours. Unwind in spacious Japanese-style rooms with the aroma of tatami mats. Additionally, we offer kaiseki cuisine utilizing local ingredients, with menus changing seasonally.

At a Property surrounded by the majestic nature of Myoko, experience a homely atmosphere and pleasant hospitality. Relax in the 100% natural Onsen while enjoying the seasonal mountain views. Savor dishes made with locally harvested mountain vegetables and seasonal seafood from the Sea of Japan, along with homemade soba noodles crafted by the host using local flour. With a motto of providing attentive service to each guest, unwind in a Room that exudes a nostalgic ambiance.

Sekionsen, rich in nature and home to one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, Mt. Myoko, boasts a long history of Onsen culture. Known as the "hidden Onsen of Kenshin Uesugi," the Onsen here is 100% natural, free of added water, heating, or circulation, and features a distinctive reddish cloudy water rich in iron. The chloride and bicarbonate spring water is gentle on the skin, prevents chills, and warms you to the core. We look forward to welcoming you with local rice, sake, and delicacies. Additionally, the Sekionsen Ski Resort, just a one-minute walk away, is one of Japan's premier heavy snowfall areas, beloved by snow enthusiasts seeking powder snow.

Tsubame Onsen, located at an altitude of 1,180 m, sits quietly at the end of a mountain road after the climb.Nestled deep in the mountains, the hot springs at “Hitou Hanabun” are 100% free-flowing sulfur Onsen straight from the source.This rare carbonated spring is unusual even across The whole country; its milky white water feels silky and gentle on the skin.The open-air bath beside the gorge offers breathtaking seasonal scenery.For dinner, we also offer a highly satisfying Plan that lets you enjoy both mountain delicacies—wild vegetables and seasonal specialties from Myoko—and fresh seafood caught in the Sea of Japan.We offer a variety of room types to choose from to suit your preferences and needs.