8 Best Onsen Ryokan & Hotels in Okunikko!

Nikko City, Tochigi is home to many tourist attractions such as Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Lake Chuzenji. Did you know that deep within Lake Chuzenji there is Oku-Nikko, which is said to be an unexplored region? Its appeal is that it has a higher altitude than Nikko and can enjoy magnificent scenery such as Senjogahara, which is registered under the Ramsar Convention, and Lake Yunoko, which has a mystical atmosphere. Perfect for a refreshing trip such as driving or hiking♪

There is "Nikko Yumoto onsen" in Oku-Nikko. Steam rises from the Yunohira Marsh, where the source springs, and the smell of sulfur wafts through the air. A wooden promenade is maintained, so you can walk beside the source hut and see it. The hot water of Nikko Yumoto onsen is a milky white sulfur spring. When the emerald green water comes into contact with the air, it turns milky white. It is gentle on the skin and is said to be a hot spring for beautiful skin.

Yumoto onsen is located in the depths of Nikko, so it may not be a place you can easily visit. But it's worth going. Enjoy the great nature of Oku-Nikko during the day, and relax at the Yumoto onsen at night. Would you like to spend such a wonderful time? Here are some recommended hotels and ryokan in Oku-Nikko that you'll want to stay at. There is no doubt that you will be satisfied with any of these inns.

Yunomori is an inn surrounded by a quiet forest. The charm is that all rooms have an open-air bath! The hot water is, of course, free-flowing from the source onsen Nikko Yumoto Onsen. It's a luxury to be able to enjoy onsen with good spring quality in your room to your heart's content.

There are 12 guest rooms in all. There are various types of rooms, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western style rooms, and barrier-free rooms. All types of rooms are modern. It's clean and designed to make you feel at home.

The design of the open-air bath changes depending on the room type. You can still enjoy the rich source without adding water. If you have an open-air bath in your room, you can enjoy it whenever you want without worrying about other people's eyes or bathing time.

The long-awaited dinner is a creative kaiseki cuisine that focuses on local ingredients. There are plans such as "Yuba Kaiseki" using Nikko's specialty "Yuba", a hot pot plan where you can choose one from shabu-shabu or sukiyaki, and a plan where you can enjoy Japanese beef steak. All of them look delicious and you may be at a loss to choose.

Mori no Hotel is a resort hotel with its own hot spring source. There are many ways to relax, such as looking out at the lush garden from the dining room with large windows, or relaxing on the terrace surrounding the sacred tree.

The total number of rooms is 25, so unlike a large hotel, it has a calm atmosphere. There are Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western style rooms, rooms with open-air baths, and barrier-free rooms. 3 of the 25 rooms incorporate universal design, with flat floors from the entrance to the washroom to the bathroom. I am grateful that consideration is given to make it easy for the elderly and people in wheelchairs to spend their time.

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We are proud of our open-air bath, which is said to be the largest in Oku-Nikko. During the beautiful green season, you can enjoy colorful flowers while taking a bath. In autumn, you can see vivid autumn leaves, and in winter, the whole area turns into a silvery world. The open-air bath with a lot of steam is also very elegant. No matter how many times you visit, you will never get tired of seeing the different faces that change with the seasons.

Please have your meal at the on-site restaurant. It's an open kitchen so you can see the cooking process. You might find yourself staring at the chef's skill. Enjoy delicious dishes with local sake and wine. Breakfast is buffet style. It is also said to be delicious. I look forward to waking up in the morning.

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Yuyado Miyakawa is a small inn with five rooms in total. As a small inn, we pride ourselves on our heartfelt hospitality.

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There are 4 types of baths in total. There are 2 indoor baths and 2 open-air baths that can be reserved for private use. onsen is a fresh source drawn from the grounds of the inn. It's too wonderful to be able to enjoy it with a flowing sink ♡

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Guest rooms include Japanese-style rooms, special rooms, and special rooms with onsen. The special Japanese-Western style room comes with a bath, so you can bathe as many times as you like with your family and loved ones without worrying about being seen by others. In addition to being in a quiet location, the number of guests is small, so you can spend a relaxing time surrounded by nature.

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Tochigi Wagyu beef that melts in your mouth is popular. You can feel the thoughtfulness of the host when you enjoy meal of the mountains of Nikko. This is the perfect inn for those who want to relax after a busy day.

The hotel "Jurin" stands on a site of about 5,000 tsubo. As the name suggests, this hotel is surrounded by deep mountains where you can spend a relaxing time.

There are Japanese-style rooms and Western-style rooms. This Western-style room has a high ceiling of more than 5 meters and is spacious. The nature of Oku-Nikko that spreads outside the window is also one of the charms. Watch the trees sway in the breeze and listen to the chirping of birds.

This is our proud open-air bath with free-flowing hot spring water. It is said that they did not put a roof on purpose to enjoy nature. On a clear night, you can see the sky full of stars and create a mysterious atmosphere. You can make unforgettable memories.

For dinner, you can enjoy shabu-shabu with soy milk and seasonal dishes. We use plenty of ingredients from Tochigi, and our dishes are gentle on the body and mind.

Okunikko Konishi Hotel is an impressive red building that rises amid deep greenery. The rocks of Mt. Nantai in Nikko City are used for the open-air bath in the hotel. At the top of Mt. Nantai is the inner shrine of Nikko Futarasan Shrine, which is said to be a power spot. The open-air bath surrounded by the rocks of the mountain has such a miraculous effect that you can purify your mind and body just by taking a bath.

The private open-air bath is large enough to accommodate up to 7 people! The bath in the hotel is flowing directly from the source of Nikko Yumoto onsen. Barrier-free design with handrails and wheelchair access to the bath. It's nice to see your attention to detail.

There are Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and Japanese-Western style rooms. The spacious interior makes it easy to take out your luggage from your suitcase♪

In order to "enjoy the food at its most delicious," hot dishes are served one by one while they are still hot. Although the menu may change, dishes such as the Tochigi Wagyu beef teppanyaki steak course are sure to satisfy with both volume and flavor.

Yumoto Itaya is a long-established inn with a long history. Located near the Yunohira Marsh, the hot spring source, you can fully enjoy the high-quality sulfur springs. Get off at the Tobu Bus "Yumoto" bus stop and walk for about 3 minutes. After checking in and taking a break, it would be a good idea to visit the hot spring hut in the Yunohira Marsh.

There are 3 types: Western-style rooms, Japanese-style rooms, and Japanese-Western rooms. For families with small babies, a Japanese-style room may be convenient. You can see the mountains in all seasons from your room. Looking at nature will put your mind at ease.

The hotel has an open-air bath and an indoor bath with free-flowing hot spring water. The color of onsen changes depending on the weather. The bath in a majestic location surrounded by nature is full of openness! I feel happy anyway.

For dinner, enjoy a multi-course meal using seasonal ingredients. If you have gastronomy and onsen, your stress will be blown away. There are also special order dishes such as "fried rock fish", "rock fish bone sake", and "beef fin steak". Would you like to add another seasonal flavor?

A hotel standing on the shores of Lake Yunoko. There is a bicycle rental service, so it is possible to see the lake even closer. The promenade is well maintained, so you can take a leisurely stroll. It takes about 5 minutes by car to "Senjogahara", so it is recommended for those who want to relax and enjoy sightseeing.

Guest room is all rooms lake view. You can enjoy the changing colors of nature from your room, so you can enjoy it no matter when you stay. If you want to enjoy the Japanese atmosphere and comfort, we recommend the "Japanese-style room with 10 tatami mats", which has a low-style bed. You can choose a yukata, so it is also attractive that you can spend your time in your favorite yukata.

The bath is the famous cloudy water "Nikko Yumoto onsen". There is a large indoor bath and an open-air bath. When you look up at the open-air bath, you can see magnificent nature. It is said to be effective against muscle fatigue and sensitivity to cold, so it heals the body from the inside out.

Dinner and breakfast are buffet style. For dinner, you can enjoy local flavors such as "Nikko Yuba" and "Nikko Tamari Pickles". Breakfast is a Japanese/Western menu. You can customize it according to your taste and your taste.

Although it is a little far from the Oku-Nikko area, it is also recommended. You can see majestic Mt. Nantai and calm Lake Chuzenji up close, and you can also enjoy the Oku-Nikko area about 12 minutes by car from Lake Yunoko. Free coffee, tea and water are available in the lounge. In winter, you can warm your body and soul by the fireplace.

Guests can choose from rooms with a semi-open-air bath, rooms with a bath with a view, and rooms with an open-air bath. A room with an open-air bath is recommended. You can enjoy the sky full of stars at night and the chirping of birds early in the morning in a private space. The bedroom is large enough to comfortably spread out your luggage.

The bath in the room is not onsen, so if you want to take onsen, go to the large public bath. The window frame is like a picture frame, as if you are looking at a work of art. The hot spring drawn from the source of Oku-Nikko is a sulfur spring that changes with the seasons. Please try to be wrapped in hot water that changes color from emerald green to cloudy.

The dining room has chic colors and is perfect for an adult trip. During the day, you can see Lake Chuzenji, and at night, you can see white birches and Mongolian oaks that are colored by the lights. For dinner, enjoy a kaiseki meal with Tochigi Shimofuri Kogen beef and fresh yuba. For breakfast, you can enjoy a wide variety of Japanese dishes.

Oku-Nikko is where you can enjoy the milky white Nikko Yumoto onsen. It is very luxurious to be able to enjoy free-flowing hot springs that are controlled so as not to touch the air. Although it is located in a slightly secluded place, it is onsen worth visiting. Please enjoy the high-quality onsen, gourmet food of Nikko, and the nature that changes with the seasons to your heart's content.