Tsubame Onsen

Tsubame Onsen in Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture is a hidden hot spring located at an elevation of 1,100m. The "Triple Bijin-yu" contains sulfur springs, carbonated hydrogen springs, and sulfuric acid springs, which are effective for cuts, coldness, and atopic dermatitis. The free open-air baths "Golden Baths (separate for men and women)" and "Kawara-no-yu (mixed bath)" are popular hot spring spots, and the unique quality of the hot springs, which contain three components with beauty effects, is called "Triple Bijin-yu". Each accommodation facility offers open-air baths and indoor baths with hot spring water flowing directly from the source. It is also a starting point for climbing Mt. Myoko, and is widely used by climbers.

The Tsubame Onsen area, located at the highest point in Myoko Kogen Onsen, is surrounded by rich nature. Myoko Kogen, located on a plateau in Niigata Prefecture, offers a relaxing time in the clear air. You can feel the majestic nature of Niigata, including the "Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park," one of Japan's representative natural scenic areas, and the peaceful "Sasagamine Ranch," along with healing hot springs.

Tsubame Onsen is a hot spring resort located in the nature-rich Myoko Kogen. In the highlands with varying elevations, you can enjoy the fall foliage from late September to early November, a long period of time. The scenery changes dramatically from the green season with fresh leaves to the fall foliage season when the entire mountain is dyed red. Taking a bath in Tsubame Onsen's open-air bath while gazing at the colorful trees is an exceptional experience. During the season, it's also recommended to go on a fall foliage hunt to the spots around the hot spring.

The area around Tsubame Onsen is a gourmet spot with plenty of delicious food, such as 100% hand-made soba noodles. At each accommodation facility, why not enjoy a trip where you can savor local cuisine along with hot springs that flow directly from the source? For example, at "Onsen Ryokan Hanabun," you can enjoy a set meal where the chef carefully prepares seasonal ingredients, in addition to 100% hand-made soba noodles made from soba flour that has been produced since the Edo period. Satisfy both your stomach and your heart with two specialties: hot springs and gourmet food.

At Myoko Kogen, where Tsubame Onsen is located, you can enjoy activities that utilize nature. In the spring, you can visit famous cherry blossom spots, while in the summer, you can go hiking in the midst of fresh greenery. In the autumn, you can enjoy viewing the fall foliage at various spots, and in the winter, you can enjoy snow sports. There are various ways to enjoy nature throughout the four seasons. After moving your body with activities that utilize nature, why not soak in a warm hot spring to heal your tiredness from the day?