[2025 Kuroishi Stay] Travel Guide for Lamp No Yado Aoni Onsen (Updated May)

#EnjoyJapanAomori Prefecture is located in the northernmost part of the Tohoku region of Japan, and is known for its rich nature and deep cultural traditions. Below, we will introduce the charms of Aomori Prefecture and the particularly mysterious sacred place "Osorezan". ### **Overview of Aomori Prefecture** Aomori Prefecture is surrounded by the sea on three sides and has beautiful natural scenery such as the Shirakami-Sanchi World Heritage Site, Lake Towada, and Oirase Gorge. Traditional festivals such as the Aomori Nebuta Festival and Hirosaki Sakura Festival are also famous and attract tourists. #### **Major Tourist Spots** 1. **Shirakami-Sanchi** The world's largest virgin beech forest spreads and was registered as a World Heritage Site in 1993. In particular, "Aoike" is known for its mysterious blue lake water. 2. **Hirosaki Castle (Hirosaki Park)** One of Japan's leading cherry blossom viewing spots, with about 2,600 cherry trees blooming in spring. In addition, the Snow Lantern Festival is held in winter. 3. **Oirase Stream** This mountain stream flows out of Lake Towada, and the scenery is especially beautiful in the seasons of new greenery and autumn leaves. 4. **Aomori Nebuta Festival** This is one of the three major festivals in the Tohoku region, held every August, and giant lanterns (nebuta) are paraded through the town. --- ### **Osorezan: One of Japan's Three Great Sacred Sites** Osorezan is one of the "Three Great Sacred Sites of Japan," along with Mount Hiei in Kyoto and Mount Koya in Wakayama, and is a sacred place where the souls of the dead are said to gather. #### **Characteristics of Osorezan** - **Scenery of Hell and Paradise** The sulfurous fumaroles and rough rocks represent "hell," while the white sand of "Gokurakuhama Beach" on the shore of Lake Usoriyama creates a beautiful contrast. - **Osorezan Bodaiji Temple** Founded by Jikaku Daishi in 862, this temple enshrines Enmei Jizo Bodhisattva. The temple grounds contain places symbolizing the afterlife, such as the "Sai no Kawara" and the "Sanzu River." - **Itako Shrine Maiden** During the Osorezan Festival and autumn worship, shrine maidens perform a ceremony to communicate with the spirits of the dead. - **Hot Springs** Sulfur springs out from Mount Osore, and there is a hot spring facility where worshippers can bathe for free. #### **Visiting Information** - **Opening Period**: May 1st to October 31st (closed in winter). - **Admission Fee**: 500 yen for adults, 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students. - **Access**: About 45 minutes by bus from JR Shimokita Station. Aomori Prefecture is a fascinating region where nature and culture blend together, and Mount Osore in particular is a mysterious place that is said to be the "border between this world and the other world." It is recommended not only for those who are interested in history and religion, but also for those who want to enjoy unique scenery.

A night spent without electricity or radio signals, with only lamplight and a gas heater 🌙 A true paradise for those who want to detox digitally and retreat to the snowy mountains. It's so dark that it's surprising until your eyes get used to it, but the snow and hot springs lit by the lamps were incredibly beautiful. Of course, we ate under the lamps as well. I'll never forget how delicious the apple juice was for breakfast 🍎 The point is that there are apples painted on the nails ☝🏻 This inn is best suited to the snowy scenery, so winter is the best time to stay. . . . 📍Aoni Onsen Lamp no Yado 🗺️1-7 Aonizawa Takinoue, Okiura, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture 🚃Free shuttle bus from Roadside Station Niji no Lake 🕑Check in 15:00-18:00 Check out 10:00 💰Approximately 10,000 yen per person for one night with two meals #Winter play #100 travel styles #Hot springs

[Aoni Onsen Lamp no Yado] No TV📺 or signal reach... This is a lodging house standing in a valley. Although it may feel inconvenient, you will definitely be impressed🥰🥰🥰 by the fantastic world of lamps, the dazzling green of the new green trees, the babbling stream right next to you, and the starry sky✨. ***Room*** Only lit by one lamp... Tea🍵 set on the table Each person lays their own futon. Toilet and washroom are shared ***Food*** Bangemama (Dinner) Salt-grilled rock trout Aomori specialty Igamenchi A dish made with plenty of mountain delicacies such as warabi, fukimiso, and nameko Rice and miso soup are placed in the center, so each person serves themselves. Asama no Mama (Breakfast) Food such as sweet simmered grated yam and mountain vegetables Only a few lamps are lit in the dining hall, making it a fantastic night. ＊＊＊Hot Springs＊＊＊＊Indoor bath and 3 outdoor baths You can visit 4 baths. [Kenroku-no-Yu] The bath is made entirely of Aomori cypress. The open-air bath has a large boiling pot bath that can fit up to 3 people. [Open-air bath] Mixed bathing ♨️ An open-air bath surrounded by rugged boulders and bamboo blinds. It is next to a mountain stream, so you can listen to the babbling of the river while bathing. ⚠️ Since it is a mixed bath, we recommend bathing during ladies' time! Bathing suits are also sold. [Takimi-no-Yu] The newest hot spring. Outside the window is an open-air bath, and beyond that you can see Ryujin Falls. [Indoor bath] A hot spring made of Aomori cypress. The scent of cypress is irresistible~💕＊＊＊Inside the inn grounds＊＊＊The hot spring is built next to a mountain stream, so you can always hear the sound of the river. To get to the open-air bath, you have to cross a bridge to go to the other side, but at night the stars🌟 feel incredibly close. It's so moving😭😍😍. ⚠️The slope from the parking lot to the inn is quite steep💦 Be careful on rainy days. ⚠️There is no signal at all. It's a good idea to let them know in advance that you will lose contact ⚠️There are no hair dryers. There are no outlets, so it might be a good idea to bring dry shampoo. ⚠️There is no power source, so you can't charge your batteries. Bring a mobile battery We didn't know the details of the inn in advance, so it was good that we had a mobile battery, but we didn't have a hair dryer, so we didn't wash our hair. In this day and age, you can contact and get information anywhere...When you want to relax, soak in the hot springs and feel the time flowing slowly in a world of nature and fantasy. ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ Aoni Onsen Lamp no Yado Address: 1-7 Aonizawa Takinoue, Okiura, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture Check-in 15:00-18:00 Check-out 10:00 From Kuroishi Station on the Konan Railway, take the bus to Nukukawa and get off at Niji no Ko Park. There is a free shuttle bus. It is different in winter. #Accommodation report #Aomori #Hot spring #Accommodation #Trip

Aomori Prefecture is a well-known hot spring area in Japan, ranking 5th in the number of hot springs in Japan and 4th in the amount of water discharged, with a variety of unique hot springs; whether it is a hot spring inn full of Japanese style, or a hot spring that heals the body and mind, it is unforgettable Aomori charm. Originating from the Kashiwa Peak of the Nanbakkoda Mountain Range, the Aoha Stream flows in the deep forest surrounded by forests, with waterfalls and rapids everywhere. The famous "Lamp Hot Spring Inn" Aoha Onsen is located in this secluded valley. Opened in 1929, it has a history of 90 years, and there is only one inn with oil lamps, a quiet place away from the hustle and bustle. After nightfall, the inn will light up the oil lamps, and there are no TVs, refrigerators, or sockets in the guest rooms, returning to a simple life. Dinner is made from carefully selected seasonal ingredients to make authentic local dishes. It is said that enjoying the secret soup can treat rheumatism, musculoskeletal diseases, nerve paralysis, etc., and heal the fatigue of the day. Aoha Onsen Address: 1-7 Chongpu Aohaze Takiyama, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture

Location: Kuroishi City, Akita Prefecture Address: Aonisawatakinoue-1-7 Okiura, Kuroishi, Aomori 036-0402 Japan Price: 150,000 won per night~ Rating: 5/5 It is located in the mountains of Kuroishi, one of the most remote areas in Japan, and it is a place that requires a lot of winding roads to get to. There is no electricity, so all the lights are lit by lamps, and of course, phone and data do not work. The open-air bath is amazing, and the rooms are heated by stoves. #HotelRecommendation

Located in the hot springs between the deep valley streams that do not receive cell phone signals, it deliberately maintains a little alienation from the modern mode of life. Every twilight, the oil lamp flame is weak, the smoke smell is slightly smoked, and I dont know what year is it? liuxi waterfall, the wind and rain forest, the washing may be the exhaustion of the body, perhaps the inner dust.