Shirakone Onsen Yumoto Saito Ryokan] Part 30: The charms of "local hot springs" from the guardian of a hot spring in Nagano Prefecture
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The charm of "THE ONSEN" is revealed!
What is a "Yumamori"?
Shirakone Onsen Yumoto Saito Ryokan is a famous hot spring in Matsumoto, Nagano.
Shirakone Onsen is located at a good distance from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Shirakone Onsen, where Yumoto Saito Ryokan is located, is a well-known and popular hot spring resort.
Shirakone Onsen is located on the west side of Matsumoto City, at the foot of Norikura-dake (Mt. Norikura) in the southern area of the Northern Japan Alps. In midwinter, the mountains of Shirakone look like an ink painting, and visitors can enjoy a snow viewing bath while gazing at the mountains. This is a hot spring resort that has been used as a therapeutic hot spring since ancient times, and has the feel of a traditional, secluded hot spring.
Kamikochi, a famous scenic spot, is located nearby, and during the green season, many visitors combine their visit with a trip to Kamikochi.
Yumoto Saito Ryokan is located in Shirakone Onsen in Matsumoto City, which is rich in nature and relaxing.
I think it is located at a good distance from the hustle and bustle of the city. I feel that the accessibility, which is not always convenient, plays a role in helping people escape from their daily lives.
If you stay in Shirakone Onsen for three days, you will not catch a cold for three years. History and Benefits of "Shirakone Onsen
Please tell us about the history of Shirakone Onsen.
Shirakone Onsen was recognized by people on the street as having boiling water in the Kamakura period (1185-1333). We are the only hotel in Shirakone that uses hot spring water that has been boiling since that time.
You can enjoy a hot spring that has existed since the Kamakura period. What are the benefits of "Shirakone Onsen" with such a long history?
"If you stay in the hot spring for three days, you will not catch a cold for three years," as they say. The water contains high levels of sulfur and carbonic acid, which dilates blood vessels and warms the body from the core.
Shirakone Onsen is great for winter! Are there any other unique features of Yumoto Saito Ryokan?
The fact that the spring water is free-flowing (with heating) is also an attraction. The fact that you can drink the spring water is also appreciated by many customers.
How to enjoy Yumoto Saito Ryokan's hot springs
Yumoto Saito Ryokan has several hot springs within the hotel.
In addition to the private baths, we have three types of baths: "Ryujin-no-yu", "Yakushi no Yu", and "Onigajo". The "Ryujin-no-yu" and "Yakushi-no-yu" baths are large bathhouses constructed of hinoki cypress woodwork.
The "Onigajo" bath, an open-air bath, is a reproduction of a therapeutic bathhouse, and is a hot spring where visitors can take a single towel and casually soak. Why not ponder the history of Shirakone Onsen, which has been around since the Kamakura period (1185-1333)?
Do you have any recommendations on how to use the hot springs?
In the winter season, enjoy the Yukimi-buro (snow viewing bath). Bathing in the deep snow is full of indescribable elegance. In midwinter, please warm yourself in the large bath and then take an open-air bath. In spring, spring in Shirakone is after Golden Week, and there will still be snow on the mountainside until mid-April, so please enjoy the snowy scenery.
High-quality ingredients are the pride of our meals
What kind of ingredients are used in the dishes served at the inn?
Our ingredients are mainly from Shinshu. In terms of fish, we serve river fish dishes such as sashimi of char, Shinshu salmon, Shinano snow trout, etc. We also serve seasonal vegetables and mushrooms. You can also enjoy seasonal vegetables, mushrooms, Shinshu Koshihikari rice, and Shinshu miso. We do not have any specialties, but the high quality of our ingredients is something that can only be found in Shinshu.
It is one of the best parts of traveling to be able to enjoy the unique local ingredients. I heard that the famous "onsen porridge" is served at breakfast!
Yes, the breakfast specialty is "onsen gruel," a flavorful porridge cooked with hot water drawn from the source of the hot spring. It is said that it was first served to Touji guests.
Finally, please tell us about your commitment to Yumori and your message to our guests.
Please come and experience the genuine hot spring water that has been boiling since the Kamakura period (1185-1333). You can enjoy Shirakone Onsen in any season, as it has the qualities of all four seasons. Personally, I recommend the season when you can feel the breath of fresh green.
Get out of your daily routine and enjoy Shirakotsu Onsen at Yumoto Saito Ryokan!
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Location
4195 Azumishirakone Onsen, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture
Access
Approximately 70 minutes by car from JR Matsumoto Station
Approximately 65 minutes by bus from Arpico Kotsu Kamikochi Line Niijima Station*The contents and services in this article are subject to change.
*All images are for reference only.
Interviewed by: Yumoto Saito Ryokan
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