Published date: July 17, 2024
A Hot Spring Inn with Natural Flowing Springs!!
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Experience of the stay
It was just amazing to be able to enjoy the 100% natural flowing hot springs endlessly.
The outdoor bath was really pleasant. Since the genders are switched, I think it's good to experience both.
The view from the room was also nice. Being situated on a high ground, the view of the mountain range was refreshing.
I was also satisfied with the meals. The innkeeper coming to greet us also enhances the sense of travel.
The breakfast venue has a great view, and just that scenery makes the meal more enjoyable.
Since it's a close inn to the stone steps, you can enjoy the hot spring town from morning till night.
Experiences during the trip
I took the train for sightseeing on the way there. I went by local bus from Takasaki. Since it was raining, I changed to visit Mizusawa Udon and Mizusawa Kannon instead of going to Haruna Shrine. By the way, there is a shop called 'Takasaki Jiman' at Takasaki Station selling local specialties, so I think it's a good idea to stop by there.
Mizusawa Udon (Tamaruya) and visiting Mizusawa Kannon were excellent. It was raining, but it was charming and enjoyable.
After that, I thoroughly enjoyed the stone steps of Ikaho Onsen. If you're confident in your physical strength, I think it's good to go all the way up to Ikaho Shrine and the water source and drinking area to fully enjoy the hot springs.
On the way back, I took a highway bus from Shinjuku Bus Terminal to Ikaho Onsen. It only takes two and a half hours, so I think it's a great place to refresh immediately when you have the urge to travel.