Tada Onsen Hakuryukan

Less than a 10-minute drive from central Masuda, yet a peaceful rural view spreads out beyond the windows. This is a small Accommodation run by a friendly owner and kind hostesses, and because they also welcome day-use bathing, it’s lively with locals.Dinner every Wednesday is curry. Some people might think, “Curry…?” but it was truly restaurant-quality. It has just a mild kick afterward, so even children can enjoy it—simply delicious.A medium bottle is JPY 600, which is very reasonable, and we were also told guests are free to bring their own drinks.The bath was larger than expected, and depending on the time of day it felt almost private, so we could relax deeply. The milky open-air bath is heated water with bath additives added, but surrounded by the scent of field burning and birdsong, it felt like a blissful space.Best of all at night was the chorus of frogs. Sitting on the veranda and letting their calls soothe us, we noticed faint lights drifting outside—fireflies. It was still early in the season so we only saw a few, but it was an unexpected surprise that delighted us as a couple.Breakfast also came with unlimited rice refills—we were full and completely satisfied.As an old wooden Accommodation, sound naturally carries. You can tell everyone understands this and uses the place considerately. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to unwind with an open mind at an unhurried pace. Thank you very much.

I had to arrive on short notice for work in a large vehicle, but there was parking available for it. The Onsen was excellent, and the staff were very helpful. It’s an Accommodation I’d like to stay at again if I have the chance.