赤湯温泉 山口館
8.6
Excellent(75 reviews)
Japan, 〒949-6212 Niigata, Minamiuonuma District, Yuzawa, Mikuni, 475 苗場山5合目
+81 25-772-4125
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Hotel Description
Akayu Onsen Yamaguchi-kan
赤湯温泉 山口館, located in the serene mountains of Yuzawa, Niigata, is a tranquil seasonal lodge that offers an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience. Nestled amidst lush green trails, this rustic retreat is accessible by hiking paths, offering a perfect escape for nature lovers and those seeking peace away from modern life. The lodge's address, Japan, 〒949-6212 Niigata, Minamiuonuma District, Yuzawa, Mikuni, 475 苗場山5合目, situates it just 8 km from Mikuni Highway 17, and 28 km from Echigoyuzawa train station, ensuring guests can enjoy both the isolation of the mountains and convenient access to key locations. With no electricity and limited cell phone coverage, the hotel encourages guests to disconnect from the digital world, making it ideal for those wanting a true retreat into nature.
The rooms at this lodge embody simplicity and comfort, with traditional tatami mats and futons providing a cozy, Japanese-style ambiance. The wood-paneled interiors enhance the warm, rustic feel, creating an inviting environment to relax after a long day of hiking or soaking in the outdoor onsen. While the facilities are modest, they provide all the essentials for a comfortable stay. A rustic dining room with short-legged tables serves delicious breakfast and dinner, adding to the authentic experience of this lodge.
For relaxation, guests can enjoy the outdoor onsen, a natural hot spring bath that allows you to unwind while taking in the beautiful mountain surroundings. The lack of modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and air conditioning enhances the authentic atmosphere, making it a perfect getaway for those who seek a simpler, quieter pace of life. However, the hotel ensures the comfort of guests by maintaining basic amenities, including a Wi-Fi connection in certain areas.
The hotel's location offers convenient access to a variety of popular activities in the region. The nearby Naeba Ski Resort is only 32 minutes away and is a great destination for winter sports enthusiasts. For those who prefer skiing and snowboarding, Kagura Snow Resorts, just over an hour away, provides backcountry trails, chairlifts, rentals, and more. Mount Naeba, famous for its skiing and hiking trails, also hosts an annual rock music festival, making it a popular destination throughout the year.
Guests also have easy access to the GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort, only 59 minutes from the hotel, which offers scenic trails and equipment rentals. For those interested in hot springs, Shima Onsen, located an hour and a half away, is another great destination to relax.
A few nearby restaurants offer guests a variety of dining options, including Alm (45 minutes by taxi), Restaurant Azalea (31 minutes by taxi), and Smile Plaza Kencyan (31 minutes by taxi), each offering a unique dining experience. Further options include Restaurant Alyeska, a 1-hour and 12-minute taxi ride away, and Restaurant Prince, located 46 minutes away.
In summary, 赤湯温泉 山口館 offers guests a unique, off-grid experience surrounded by nature. It’s the perfect destination for those who want to unplug and embrace the beauty of the mountains while enjoying authentic Japanese hospitality. Whether you're here for a relaxing soak in the onsen, exploring the local ski resorts, or enjoying local dining options, this lodge offers everything needed for a truly memorable stay.
The rooms at this lodge embody simplicity and comfort, with traditional tatami mats and futons providing a cozy, Japanese-style ambiance. The wood-paneled interiors enhance the warm, rustic feel, creating an inviting environment to relax after a long day of hiking or soaking in the outdoor onsen. While the facilities are modest, they provide all the essentials for a comfortable stay. A rustic dining room with short-legged tables serves delicious breakfast and dinner, adding to the authentic experience of this lodge.
For relaxation, guests can enjoy the outdoor onsen, a natural hot spring bath that allows you to unwind while taking in the beautiful mountain surroundings. The lack of modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and air conditioning enhances the authentic atmosphere, making it a perfect getaway for those who seek a simpler, quieter pace of life. However, the hotel ensures the comfort of guests by maintaining basic amenities, including a Wi-Fi connection in certain areas.
The hotel's location offers convenient access to a variety of popular activities in the region. The nearby Naeba Ski Resort is only 32 minutes away and is a great destination for winter sports enthusiasts. For those who prefer skiing and snowboarding, Kagura Snow Resorts, just over an hour away, provides backcountry trails, chairlifts, rentals, and more. Mount Naeba, famous for its skiing and hiking trails, also hosts an annual rock music festival, making it a popular destination throughout the year.
Guests also have easy access to the GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort, only 59 minutes from the hotel, which offers scenic trails and equipment rentals. For those interested in hot springs, Shima Onsen, located an hour and a half away, is another great destination to relax.
A few nearby restaurants offer guests a variety of dining options, including Alm (45 minutes by taxi), Restaurant Azalea (31 minutes by taxi), and Smile Plaza Kencyan (31 minutes by taxi), each offering a unique dining experience. Further options include Restaurant Alyeska, a 1-hour and 12-minute taxi ride away, and Restaurant Prince, located 46 minutes away.
In summary, 赤湯温泉 山口館 offers guests a unique, off-grid experience surrounded by nature. It’s the perfect destination for those who want to unplug and embrace the beauty of the mountains while enjoying authentic Japanese hospitality. Whether you're here for a relaxing soak in the onsen, exploring the local ski resorts, or enjoying local dining options, this lodge offers everything needed for a truly memorable stay.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. No pets allowed, ensuring a peaceful environment for all guests.
2. Onsen facilities offering an authentic Japanese hot spring experience.
3. No fitness center or spa, enhancing a focus on nature and simplicity.
4. No air conditioning, contributing to the serene, unspoiled mountain atmosphere.
5. Traditional tatami mat rooms for a comfortable, rustic Japanese stay.
6. Wi-Fi available in certain areas for connectivity without interrupting the retreat experience.
7. Authentic rustic dining experience with traditional short-legged tables.
8. No pools or hot tubs, emphasizing the peaceful, minimalist retreat.
9. Secluded location with easy access to popular ski resorts and hiking trails.
10. Outdoor onsen allowing guests to relax while taking in the scenic mountain views.
6.0 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Naeba Ski Resort
32 min
Kagura Snow Resorts1 hr 14 min
Mount Naeba2 hr 34 min
GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort59 min
Shima Onsen1 hr 37 min
Nearest locations
Restaurant Azalea
31 min
Smile Plaza Kencyan31 min
Alm45 min
Restaurant Prince46 min
Restaurant Mitsumata55 min
Uonuma Cuisine Murangozzo56 min
Restaurant Yuzawa57 min
Restaurant Alyeska1 hr 12 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Location rating | 6.0 |
| Nearest airport | Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 3 hr 47 min |
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Location
Japan, 〒949-6212 Niigata, Minamiuonuma District, Yuzawa, Mikuni, 475 苗場山5合目
Airports:
Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport
Taxi: 3 hr 47 min
Nearby locations
6.0
Good Location
This spartan seasonal lodge in the mountains is accessible by hiking trails. It's 8 km from Mikuni Highway 17 and 28 km from Echigoyuzawa train station.
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Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Public bath
Onsen
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
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hide nishi
1/5
I decided to go with my daughter and called to make a reservation. I was fully aware that it was a mountain hut, but when I asked the woman who answered the phone if I could get a private room, she told me that Naeba Prince was next door. I was told this twice. This probably means that you don't have to go out of your way to stay overnight. I felt very uncomfortable. I go to the hot springs, but I don't stay overnight.
ぐるぐるはらまき
5/5
Use only hot springs.The hot springs were great.The egg bath is lukewarm at the front and gets warmer towards the back.It was a sunny day, so I took a bath around 1am.I was able to enjoy the starry sky and the hot springs in the absence of lights and the sound of the stream. However, I was also scared because I was alone. I'm glad you were okay.The blue water was the warmest. It was the warmest.Although we had to climb a mountain, the place and scenery were well worth the climb!
たけちよ
4/5
I had a ⛺️ set up nearby and took a bath.It was a very nice open-air bath.I climbed Mt. Naeba early in the morning, and after returning home, I stayed one more night before descending.nostalgicThe Japanese sake was also delicious.
ふま
5/5
May this wonderful mountain hut continue to be protected.
原田瀬梨花
5/5
2024/07/13-14 I stayed here while climbing Mt. Naeba. This is a mountain hut with a hot spring and two meals included for an exceptional price of less than 10,000 yen.It takes about 2 hours one way from the Akayu Onsen trailhead. It's not a flat road, so mountaineering equipment is required.Regarding the room, we were able to use a spacious private room for two people. It is a large private room with two rooms, and the outlet can be used between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM.It is no longer the quality of a mountain hut.The toilet has a Western-style flush and washroom, making it very comfortable.Futons will be provided, so all you need to bring is an inner sheet, a washcloth, and some cash.It was a wonderful inn that I would like to come back to again.
あ!いわな
5/5
Maldongfeng
Room 5
Service 5
Location4
yuyu sasa
5/5
It takes more than two hours to walk up a mountain road from the nearest parking lot to reach this hot spring inn. I've always wanted to go there someday, and my partner who has a long mountaineering experience said he would take me there, so I visited during Golden Week in 2020. When I called to make a reservation for my stay, I was told that the forest road in front of the parking lot was blocked by fallen trees, so I couldn't drive in. So I parked my car at the Heiboshi trailhead outside the forest road and walked. However, when I got there, most people, including day trippers, were parking in the open space in front of the fallen tree, and I think there were about 7 to 8 cars parked there. We were the only ones walking from the Hiraibe trailhead, and the person in charge of collecting money at the parking lot surprised us by asking, ``Are you going to Akayu from here?''As the snow had just melted, there were almost no traces of anyone walking along the way, and the ground was easily crumbling, so I was nervous the entire time. Along the way, we had to cross steep slopes and cross rivers with a considerable amount of water, so it took us 5 hours each way, including some breaks. A forest road appeared along the way, but I was walking in a relaxed state and tripped over tree roots hidden under fallen leaves and fell twice. I now understand why you were asked, "Are you used to mountain trails?" when making a reservation. The road is not well maintained, so it seems to be more difficult to visit in the spring. There were only two guests staying that day, including us, but everyone except me were veterans who had been to the Northern Alps in the middle of winter. If you're talking about a little-known place during Golden Week, it's probably a little-known place.The hot springs we had struggled to find were the best. Best of all, the open-air baths along the river are filled with 3 types of natural hot spring water, and I am deeply impressed by their rustic style. The quality of the spring water was very smooth and you could soak in it slowly. I was worried about my muscles being sore the next day, but thanks to the power of the hot springs, I didn't feel tired or sore, and was able to make it home safely the next day. Since it is completely visible from the outside, women will only use it after the evening, but they will lend you a lantern, so it has a nice atmosphere.Since it was early spring, the meal consisted mainly of tempura and aemono made with wild vegetables freshly harvested from the mountains.It felt like a mountain feast, and I was satisfied. Since it's from Niigata Prefecture, the rice is of course delicious. However, it was enough for me, a middle-aged woman with a poor metabolism, but my partner seemed a little dissatisfied, saying, "There's not enough protein..."According to the people at the inn, many guests come in the fall to see the autumn leaves and wild mushrooms, and about 50 people come during the high season.It was a wonderful inn that I would like to visit again in a different season.
丸山俊夫
5/5
The hut keeper has the personality of a Niigata prefecture person.He is very different from the suneta hut keepers of mountain huts in the Northern Alps, Yatsugatake, Mt. Fuji, Oze, etc.You will be warmly welcomed,I'm visiting.It's a relaxing hut, soHonestly, it's a place I don't want the world to know about😄If you were to evaluate "rooms", "services", and "location",Because it's a mountain hut,There is no such thing as exhaustion.Thank you for your continued support in this limited environment.
伊藤茂則
5/5
I took a day trip here to visit the open air baths.When I went there, I was unable to reach the end of the forest road due to a fallen tree. There were also other obstacles blocking the path, such as falling rocks.When visiting by car, it is better to plan accordingly and anticipate that you may not be able to go all the way to the end.My impressions of the bath were that it was a very nice hot spring, just as the other reviews said.
farm okd
5/5
A secret hot spring that can only be reached on foot.If you drive, it will take about 2 hours on foot, and if you use public transportation, it will take about 4 hours on foot from the bus stop.There are quite a few ups and downs, and it gets hot in the summer, so be careful.There were only a few tent sites available and it was free.If you pay 500 yen, you can bathe in the hot spring as many times as you like.I think the genders were swapped depending on the time of day.There is a mixed bath at night, but bath clothes are not allowed.I was also able to buy beer at Yamaguchikan.The open-air bath along the secluded river is the best.