[2025 Semboku Attraction] Travel Guide for Tsuru no Yu Onsen (Updated Mar)

RUto Onsen is a renowned hot spring village in Japan, celebrated for its seven unique hot springs, each offering distinct benefits and experiences. Visitors can enjoy the serene mountain landscape, lush forests, and waterfalls while soaking in the hot springs, making it a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists. This article provides a comprehensive guide to experiencing the charm of RUto Onsen, including recommended activities, nearby attractions, and local cuisine. - ♨️ The Seven Hot Springs 1. Tsurunoyu Onsen: The oldest, with a thatched roof, offering a historical ambiance. 2. Kuroyu Onsen: Known for its abundant water supply. 3. Yama no Yakuto: Retains the nostalgic feel of old therapeutic baths. 4. Myou no Yu Onsen: Features an open-air bath with waterfall views. 5. Ganiba Onsen: Ideal for a forest bathing experience. 6. Ookama Onsen: A former schoolhouse, exuding a retro atmosphere. 7. Kyukamura Nyuto Onsen: Offers the most modern facilities. - ♨️ Top 3 Recommended Onsens in Nyuto Onsen Village ▪️ Tsurunoyu Onsen: A representative secret hot spring of Akita, popular for its secluded mountain setting. ▪️ Kuroyu Onsen: The most remote in Nyuto Onsen Village, discovered around 1674, with over 350 years of history. ▪️ Kyukamura Nyuto Onsen: The most modern accommodation in the village, recently renovated for convenience. - 📆 Best Seasons to Visit Nyuto Onsen The best times to visit are autumn and winter. ▪️ Autumn: From mid to late October, the hot spring village is adorned with autumn leaves, offering a quintessentially Japanese scenic view. ▪️ Winter: Experience the luxury of soaking in warm hot springs while surrounded by a snowy landscape, including the unique "snow-viewing bath" experience. - 🎫 Onsen Tour Pass For those planning to visit multiple hot springs, the "Onsen Tour Pass" is recommended. For just 1,800 yen, guests can enjoy day trips to seven inns, a great value. The pass is exclusive to guests of the seven inns and includes shuttle bus service around Nyuto Onsen Village. - 🍝 Popular Local Cuisine 1. Sengan Toge Chaya Tazawako Main Store: Famous for its "sweet oden." 2. Shokujidokoro Iori: Popular dishes include salt-grilled rockfish and yam pot. 3. Soba Goro Tazawako Station Front: A small soba noodle shop with only 20 seats. - 📸 Recommended Nearby Attractions Tazawako, Dakigaeri Gorge, Kansagu (Ukiki Shrine) #NyutoOnsen #NyutoOnsenVillage #JapanHiddenTravel #JapanOnsenTravel #JapanOnsenInns

Nyuto Onsen is a hidden hot spring surrounded by nature in Senboku City, Akita Prefecture, and its beautiful scenery and historic hot spring inns are its charms. This place has long been known as a "therapeutic hot spring resort." It is also surrounded by beautiful nature, and you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons. Nyuto Onsen has a history as a therapeutic hot spring resort, and some inns draw their own spring water, and you can enjoy a variety of hot springs, including milky white and black hot springs! ️ You can see the hot spring bubbling up from the bottom of the water, which shows that it is a high-quality hot spring. It is a little difficult to access, but as soon as you enter the hot spring, you will feel relaxed and have a great time♨️ A high-quality hot spring in a quiet environment away from the hustle and bustle of a big city. A place that I would definitely recommend visiting when you visit Akita Prefecture! 📍Location: 50 Sendatsuzawa National Forest, Lake Tazawa, Senboku City, Akita Prefecture (the address of the hot spring we visited this time) 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Quiet and relaxing, surrounded by nature 💰Price per person: 700 yen (price for the hot spring we visited this time, prices vary depending on the hot spring) #Domestic Travel Record

\7 Recommended Spots in Akita Prefecture/ ⁡ Akita Prefecture is rich in hot springs and nature🍂 Tsuru no Yu in Nyuto Onsenkyo was especially great, with its white water, outdoor bathing, and mixed bathing◎ The mixed bathing is mostly for men, so women who are concerned about it might want to avoid it! It was my first time seeing Namahage, but if I had seen it as a child, it would have been quite traumatic. . I thought. (lol) The streets of the samurai residences were so cool, and there were all kinds of shops lined up, so it was fun◎ But I don't have any photos of the streets, so I only have a photo of the inside of one shop. . I'm sorry🥲 If I go, I'll go in the fall, when the leaves look red🥰 #Domestic travel trip

Akita is renowned for its hot springs, particularly the Nyuto Onsen Village, which includes Tsurunoyu Onsen, Ogama Onsen, Magoroku Onsen, and Kuroyu Onsen. I was fortunate to visit all except Ogama and Magoroku Onsen. Note that Kuroyu Onsen typically opens around late April to early May due to heavy snow in winter. This time, I'll provide a detailed introduction to Tsurunoyu Onsen. We didn't make a reservation and luckily got the last luxurious room at the main building. The price per person is detailed in image. Except for the new main building, most rooms don't have toilets, and even those with toilets lack showers. Bathing is done before entering the hot spring, with facilities available. An 8-tatami room can accommodate up to four people. The room rate includes dinner and breakfast, and the hot spring is open 24 hours. The men's outdoor bath is mixed-gender, but don't feel shy as the milky white water offers privacy. Many women also enjoy this pool. It's a unique experience, but staying one night is sufficient as the meals are repetitive. #Akita #HotSprings #TsurunoyuOnsen

Calling all hot spring enthusiasts! Let me introduce you to a charming and lesser-known onsen, Tsuru-no-Yu, located in the Nyuto Onsen Village. This onsen is steeped in history, featuring entirely wooden structures in a traditional Japanese style. Among the four baths available, the 'White Bath' is a must-try, often referred to as the 'Beauty Bath' for its skin-smoothing effects, making it particularly popular among women. Transportation: Nestled in the mountains, Tsuru-no-Yu is not the easiest to reach. We opted for a self-drive trip, combining it with a skiing adventure at Lake Tazawa. For those using public transport, expect several transfers: JR Tazawako Station to Nyuto Onsen via bus, followed by a hotel shuttle. Scenery: The words 'wind, flower, snow, and moon' perfectly capture the essence of Tsuru-no-Yu. We were lucky to visit during a full moon, enjoying the serene experience of soaking in the hot springs while watching the snowfall. The tranquility is unmatched, with only the sounds of flowing water and falling snow to accompany you. Dining: The meals at Tsuru-no-Yu are simply outstanding, focusing on health and wellness, which might explain the longevity and slim figures of the Japanese. All ingredients are incredibly fresh, with dinner featuring seasonal grilled fish, a local yam hotpot, fragrant Akita rice, and an exquisite mushroom soba soup base. There's also a selection of sake. While breakfast is average, the fish served at both meals is exceptionally delicious, leaving a lasting impression long after returning home. #Onsen #JapaneseCuisine #HiddenTravelGems #Japan #SnowScenery

*One of the most famous hidden hot springs in Japan is Nyuto Onsenkyo. Among them, Tsuru no Yu Onsen is a popular inn with a long history. *There are several types of rooms, so you can choose according to your purpose. The Honjin where I stayed this time is a one-story building, and there is no lock, so it is secured from the inside with wood, making it a truly hidden hot spring inn, but the atmosphere is excellent! *You can enjoy the ultimate luxury of relaxing in the hot spring away from the hustle and bustle. [Accommodation] Hidden Hot Spring Tsuru no Yu Onsen Room type: Honjin 1-5 ... Take the hotel's shuttle bus from the Alpa Komakusa bus stop (Advance notice required) 　 　　　　　　 ☆Information as of June 2022. 　　　　 Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ #Breathtakingview #Secrethotspring #Photogenicspot #Hotspring #Quintessacampaign