Located in the Yumoto area of Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, Yumoto Houro-Yu has been a historic hot spring resort for generations. This splendid large bathhouse, located in a corner of Hotel Hanamaki, is enveloped in a magnificent atmosphere, as if it was prepared for a feudal lord's enjoyment.
As soon as you step in, the bustling noise of the adjacent lively road fades away, and you are captivated by the tranquility as if you have wandered into another world. The spacious dressing room and the large bath, reminiscent of the hospitality for balneotherapy clients in the post town era, seem to still convey the determination to welcome guests.
In the beautiful wooden bathhouse, you can spend a relaxing time soaking in the warm and cozy hot water, healing the fatigue of your mind and body. Liberated from the everyday life, in the leisurely flow of time, you will be able to immerse yourself in the graceful afterglow of the hot spring, just like a feudal lord.
Yumoto Houro-Yu is also an hot spring that has been long beloved by the local people. You can see people soaking in the hot spring from the morning to early afternoon, catching a glimpse of the healthy everyday life of the townspeople. As a familiar presence that can be easily visited by taking a short walk, the hot spring culture that has melted into the community is deeply preserved.
Why not experience the historic elegance of the bathhouse that gracefully envelops those who come to Yumoto Houro-Yu in search of refreshment for the mind and body?