Hikage Onsen

It was the perfect accommodation! Everything was perfect, from the cleanly well maintained facilities, various private baths, delicious meals, and friendly staff. What was even more surprising was that it was all served at a reasonable price.

The room we got was HUGE! We had tatami living room + western style bedroom. And beds were soft and comfortable!!! Both dinner and breakfast were excellent, top quality with locally sourced seasonal items so delicious!!! Enjoyed free private onsen sessions that we were able to reserve once in the evening and once in the morning. Also appreciated free drink bar (coffee/tea) and fridge filled with ice bars. Service was exceptional. Facility was very clean. Onsen was relaxing with cloudy color with sulfur odor, but not overwhelming. This place is where you can truly enjoy traditional Japanese onsen experience. LOVED it. We end up driving from Morioka, but I would have loved to take the train next time. JR Ou Line.

The sulfur spring water, which turns pure white when it comes into contact with the air, flows freely into the large communal bath and five private baths, allowing you to bathe while taking in the view of the lush green mountains in summer and the snowy landscapes in winter. One of the four hot spring outlets is an iron-containing spring, which has different water quality from sulfur springs. Be sure to reserve one of the three special rooms where you can bathe in this hot spring. FYI "Hot spring deposits" are substances that solidify or precipitate from components dissolved in hot spring water. They are formed when hot springs bubble up to the surface, causing changes in temperature, pressure, and pH value. They can also clog hot water pipes, making them a formidable opponent for hot spring caretakers.