Myoko Kogen Hot Spring Village

Myoko Shichigosan Hot Spring

The seven hot springs (Akakura, Shin-Akakura, Ikenotaira, Myoko, Suginosawa, Seki, and Tsubame) at the foot of Mt.Myoko source there water from deep with in the mountain. Akakura Onsen and Shin-Akakura Onsen use the same Kita Jigokudani as their source, and Myoko Onsen and Ikenotaira Onsen use the Minami Jigokudani as their source. There are five sources of hot spring in total allowing you to enjoy five different spring qualities and effects. The color of the hot springs is also unique. In addition to the transparent hot springs, you can experience three different colors: the milky white Tsubame hot springs, the reddish brown Seki hot springs, and the black colored Ikenotaira hot springs.
In addition to day-trip bathing facilities, there are inns where you can stop by and take a bath. The famous outdoor Tsubame Onsen baths are also free to use.

Public Baths

Akakura Onsen

Located at an altitude of about 800m, Akakura Onsen is the largest hot spring resort in the Myoko Kogen hot spring area. The hot water of Akakura Onsen is a renowned and famous hot spring that combines two types of hot spring water. It has an established reputation for its quality and healing properties. Akakura Onsen was opened in 1816 by Sakakibara, the feudal lord of the Takada domain.

Tsubame Onsen

At an altitude of about 1,100m, Tsubame Onsen is located at the highest point in the Myoko Kogen hot spring village. It is said that the Tsubame Onsen was named after a flock of rock swallows that once flew about. Full-scale development began in the 8th year of the Meiji era, but it is said to have been discovered by Kobo Daishi. A hot spring for beautiful skin (Triple Bijin-yu) it contains three minerals that have skin-beautifying effects. It is also said to be the hidden hot spring of Kenshin Uesugi. It is characterized by “white Yuka” its milky white waters. The free open-air baths “Ougon-no-Yu (separate for men and women)” and “Kawara-no-Yu (mixed bathing)” are popular hidden hot spring spots. Many climbers use it on their way back from climbing Myoko.

Seki Onsen

Seki Onsen opened in 1729 and is the oldest of all hot springs in Myoko. The traditional village area still carries the atmosphere of past times. The area is popular in winter as the small Seki Onsen ski resort is famous for its deep powder snows. The reddish water gets its colour from the high iron content in the water. The iron has a heating effect on the body which is particularly pleasant in winter months. The outdoor baths of the hotels are closed in winter.

Shin Akakura

Shin-Akakura Onsen uses the same hot water source as Akakura Onsen. The mineral rich waters are great for the skin and contain other healing properties.

Myoko Onsen

Myoko Onsen is just 15 minutes on foot or 3 minutes by car from Myokokogen Station. This hot spring area shares its source with Ikenotaira Onsen and provides a soft and gentle water that is great for the skin.

Ikenotaira Onsen

Ikenotaira shares its source with Myoko onsen area. Landmarks hot springs have a black coloured water. This comes from the heavy mineral content that floats in the clear waters. Landmark is open 24hrs during the winter season and also offers an internet cafe area, pool tables, table tennis and other amusements. You pay per hour for free use of all the facilities. The brand new Lime Resort Myoko have also opened their beautiful new baths to the public. They have a variety of different indoor baths as well as an outdoor bath. Fureai Kaikan is run by Myoko City as a public bath and is located down the hill from Landmark and the ski resort.

Suginosawa Onsen

Suginosawa is the newest hot spring area in Myoko. The clear mineral rich waters offer great benefits to the skin. The hot spring in Suginosawa is a public bath called Naena no yu which is available to all. It is closed on Wednesday but during the winter season it is open everyday.