Wild hot spring bath “Noten buro”
Yumori-Tanakaya is located in Oami Onsen, one of the most natural hot springs in the Nikko National Park Special Area.
The valley is full of megaliths and the scenery has been preserved as it was in ancient times, The hot springs, which have been bubbling since time immemorial, continue to heal travellers today.
It is no exaggeration to say that the 100% natural hot spring water and the spectacular canyon beauty are the best in Shiobara Onsen, or even in Japan.
The open-air baths are located in the valley, about 300 steps down, and welcome you with a different look each season.
Due to damage to facilities caused by falling rocks in the national forest, access to the grounds had to be restricted under the direction of the Forestry Agency, and the baths have been closed for a long period of time since May 2020.
However, there is no prospect of the complete reopening of the baths, including the women-only baths that were damaged. In addition, temporary tents have been set up in the women’s changing rooms.
We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused over the long period of time.
In the open-air baths, in an effort to deter sexual crimes, all primary schools students and above must wear either a bath towel (rental), a yunami-gi (can be brought in) or a swimming costume (can be brought in).
Both men and women are not allowed to bathe without wearing these items.
Please note that the method of wearing may be subject to change in the future, based on your feedback.
Please note: Due to the effects of rising water in the river (discharge from the upstream dam), the riverside baths “Kawarayu” and “Ishimonyu” may not be accessible. We respectfully ask for your understanding.
Please note: Due to the effects of rising water in the river (discharge from the upstream dam), the riverside baths “Kawarayu” and “Ishimonyu” may not be accessible. We respectfully ask for your understanding.
Please note that the following persons are not permitted to bathe
● Drunkard
● Tattooing
Those involved in gangs, acts of violence, offences against public order and morals, or any behaviour or actions that cause discomfort to other guests will be asked to leave the premises as soon as possible.
● Concerning boys using the women’s bath, or girls using the men’s bath with the guardian, we only allow this for children who are younger than 7 years old or shorter than 120cm.
