Chūsan Onsen Station × Accommodation With Private Hot Spring SourceHot springRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Nestled in Oku-Shiobara Shin-Yu Onsen, the secluded inner retreat of Shiobara Onsenkyo in Nasushiobara City, Tochigi, Yamano-yado ShimofujiyA is a hot spring ryokan renowned for its 100% free-flowing natural sulfur spring water. Selected as No. 1 in Tochigi Prefecture in the “Heisei Hot Spring Ryokan Rankings,” it is proud of its milky-white cloudy waters with a gentle sulfur aroma. Enjoy them to your heart’s content in the all-hinoki main bath, the “Ohinoki Bath.” In addition, two private open-air baths surrounded by nature—“Yaguruma-no-Yu” and “Asanoha-no-Yu”—are free of charge for staying guests, perfect for couples and families seeking a private soak. For dinner, savor kaiseki cuisine featuring Tochigi’s signature brand beef “Tochigi Wagyu,” char raised in clear mountain streams, and seasonal ingredients. With milky-white free-flowing sulfur springs, complimentary private open-air baths, and local gourmet delights unique to Tochigi, spend a relaxing stay embraced by the nature of Oku-Shiobara at this 22-room onsen ryokan.

The Property nestled along the Akagawa Valley is the birthplace of Shiobara Onsen, featuring its own private hot springs with three types of sulfur springs, including milky white and green hues. Guests can enjoy four baths, including an open-air riverside bath, with free-flowing Onsen water, where the color of the Onsen changes daily for a unique experience. The guest rooms, available in Japanese-style and Japanese-Western style, are equipped with shower toilets and free Wi-Fi. Additionally, we offer the "Pochi Tama Room," where you can stay with your pets. Our handmade dishes, crafted with local ingredients, are also highly praised.

Okushiohara Kogen Hotel is a property boasting sulfur onsen flowing directly from the source and surrounded by the beautiful seasonal scenery of rich nature. In the spacious open-air baths, you can enjoy a relaxing moment for both body and mind. Meals feature kaiseki cuisine crafted with Tochigi's local ingredients by a dedicated chef. Additionally, we offer colorful yukata rentals for female guests. Forget the hustle and bustle of daily life and fully enjoy the tranquility of Okushiohara and the benefits of the onsen.

Step through the charming Nagaya Gate and enter a nostalgic, tranquil space. Inside, enjoy all-inclusive services tailored to different times of the day, such as welcome treats, an evening bar for adults, and lounge time. Savor our carefully crafted cuisine centered around the famous "Heike Okariyaba-yaki," a dish said to have been enjoyed by the Heike clan in their time. After your meal, relax with a tour of our Onsen baths featuring open-air baths, cypress baths, and rock baths with unique atmospheres. Unwind while taking in the seasonal beauty through the large lobby windows for a truly serene experience.