Jessie H.
As someone who's always inspired by the excitement of exploring new places, I never imagined that my journey to Tateshina would unfold into such a fascinating and enchanting experience: a spontaneous day trip to the hot springs of this charming little hotel.
Using my phone, I scrolled through options for day-use hot springs and landed on this hotel as the closest one. The first sight of its exterior was like stepping into a different dimension, a pool that seemed frozen in time, surrounded by darkness, creating an atmosphere of an abandoned haunted mansion.
Initially, I was uncertain about this hotel. However, a comforting phone talk with the staff, their warm and polite tones, reassured me and encouraged me to go ahead with my visit. The entrance to the hotel turned out to be a bit of a puzzle, tucked away on the opposite side with a rather unconventional layout that faced the rear toward the access road.
Stepping inside the hotel, the dimly lit space revealed a reception desk bathed in the soft glow of a computer monitor. A friendly older staff member promptly attended to me, radiating a welcoming aura and a level of cleanliness that stood out amidst the hotel's peculiar vibe.
But what awaited beyond was a hot spring experience that exceeded all expectations. Despite the eerie appearance from the outside, the staff's meticulous attention to detail made this hot spring unquestionably the cleanest and most beautiful spot in Tateshina.
Inside the bathhouse, there wasn't a single fingerprint or a piece of litter in sight – a true testament to the hard work of the cleaning staff. The visible signs of aging on the hotel's exterior, with cracked walls and damaged glass, hinted at financial challenges. Yet, the determination to maintain an immaculate interior under such circumstances felt almost like a small miracle.
Despite the different impressions from the hotel's appearance, the hot spring within is an absolute GEM worth experiencing! Spacious and well-lit, it proudly claims its spot as the top bathhouse in Tateshina. This unique encounter, with its mix of the peculiar and the delightful, would definitely capture the heart of any traveler.
Rural Guide JP
A hotel located at the upland of the Tateshina Yokoya Kyo (gorge), near the Otome daki (waterfall) with a grand view of the Central Alps and mount Ontake
In the middle of Tateshina Kogen’s grand nature, there is an 11,570m2 golf course right at this hotel, and you can enjoy taking a walk, photo shooting some of the popular spots in Tateshina, such as Otome daki (waterfall), Yokoya kyo (gorge), Mishaga lake. The hotel would be a good place to spend time with your family or friends, enjoying the nature of each season. The view from the bath is also magnificent. This is a quiet hidden resort.