[Shiman onsen] Go on a fantastic couple trip. 8 ryokan where you can immerse yourself in the world of two

Atami, Hakone, Izu, Ikaho, Kusatsu, etc. There are countless onsen springs that you can go to from Tokyo. Famous onsen springs have a lot to see and are lively. That's fun too, but on your next trip, why not relax in a quiet onsen with your partner? Fantastic scenery and onsen. With just these two things, you can have a fulfilling trip full of excitement and healing.

Shima Onsen, a famous hot onsen in Gunma onsen have an atmosphere that makes you feel like you've traveled back in time. As it is a surprisingly little-known area, there are few people and you can quietly immerse yourself in a world of just the two of you. There is also a convenient bus called the Shima onsen-go from Tokyo Station, so it is actually very accessible! Let's get straight into it and introduce some recommended ryokan for an unexplored journey of excitement and relaxation.

Located about 20 minutes by car from Nakanojo Station, in the center of Shima onsen town, the symbolic inn "Sekizenkan" is located. The main building, filled with a nostalgic atmosphere, is the oldest existing onsen inn in Japan. You can enjoy a comfortable stay where you will forget time. The hospitality is also highly recommended, making it a great choice for adult couples and luxurious trips for special occasions.

The guest rooms are divided into three parts: the "Main Building," which retains the romantic historical atmosphere, the "Sanso" and the "Katsushotei." The "Sanso" is the most recommended. Once you enter the room, you will find yourself in a retro Japanese suite! The natural scenery and the beautifully crafted interior will lead you and your partner into a special world.

Shima onsen is also famous for its hot springs that are great for women because they are good for the skin! Sekizenkan has a total of five different onsen, so you can enjoy a leisurely bathing experience. Genroku-no-Yu, a nationally registered cultural property, is a very beautiful place to enjoy the morning sun shining in through the windows. It's wonderful to start your day with such a fantastic morning.

"Mori no Yu" surrounded by beautiful trees is also a comfortable bathing spot. You will be enchanted by the open-air bath surrounded by nature, which shows different expressions depending on the season. You will find yourself soaking in it for a long time. There is also a rare mixed-gender bath called "Iwaburo" (rock bath), where couples can spend time together in onsen.

Shima onsen Onsen Zanmai no Yado is located about a 40-minute bus ride from Nakanojo Station. From the moment you step inside, time flows slowly. Forget about your daily routine and spend some time together reminiscing about history. Even without convenient tools, onsen, where you can fully experience the nature of Shima, the tasteful rooms, and the delicious kaiseki cuisine that will please your eyes and tongue will be enough. The lack of unnecessary things will deepen the bond between you and your partner.

The guest rooms are divided into three types: Suiyokukan, Mokuyokukan, and Kinyokukan. For couples who want to relax, we recommend the designer Japanese-Western style special room with a cypress bath in Mokuyokukan. The bed is comfortable and you can lie down whenever you want. Enjoy the view from the window and chat about trivial things. It's these little moments that will become the best memories.

onsen that can be said to be the highlight of this inn is "Echo of the Forest." In the open-air bath surrounded by the sound of the babbling river and green forest, you can enjoy forest bathing and seasonal scenery while being soothed by the space filled with negative ions. In the morning, listen to the birds singing, and at night, enjoy a dreamlike moment while being enchanted by the fantastic lighting...

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The steam salon "Seseragi" has the Shima River flowing in front of it. It is lit up at night. You will be drawn in by the fantastical scenery and feel more intoxicated than usual. You can spend a romantic time with your partner.

"Tokiwasureno-yado Yoshimoto" is located about a 10-minute walk from the "Shima onsen stop" in the center of Shima onsen. Although it is a little far from onsen town, it is located along the crystal clear Shima River, and has a fantastic location with a view of the river from the guest rooms. The silence will envelop you and help you forget the present. It is truly an inn where you can forget time!

If you want to enjoy a comfortable time with your partner in your room, we recommend the "Momi" room, which comes with a Shigaraki-yaki open-air bath. From the open-air bath, you can see not only the magnificent mountains, but also the Shima River below. Read a book, take a bath, or just doze off. You can spend your time however you like, because you are two people who trust each other.

The stained glass of this private bath is very beautiful, and it is called "Kosen no Yu"! The light shines through the stained glass in the dimly lit bathroom, creating a fantastic atmosphere. As the name suggests, it seems like a place where you can spend a happy time. Another attractive feature is that you don't need to make a reservation, and you can use it if it's available.

The Irori Lounge is located inside the building. You can relax to the sound and fire of the hearth. There is also a shochu tasting corner, so you can enjoy comparing different types after your bath.

"Kiseki no Yu Tsuraya" is an inn located deep in the Shima onsen area. There is a free shuttle bus from the Shima onsen bus stop. Because it is a little difficult to access, you can enjoy a world just for the two of you. There are plenty of services to allow you to be alone together, such as private onsen and in-room dining. Recommended for long-distance relationships or couples who are too busy to see each other.

The guest rooms are comprised of "Watei Sannoin," which exudes a Japanese atmosphere, and "Bettei Mizukian," which exudes a retro-modern atmosphere. The photo shows "Tsuru" at "Watei Sannoin." The temperature of the open-air baths in the guest rooms can be adjusted. If you adjust it to a slightly warmer temperature, you can even take a long bath. Why not soak in the cypress open-air baths together and talk about the events of your days apart?

There are four onsen in total. What's great is that all of them are private onsen! What's more, three of them are free and no reservations are required. Private baths are usually small, but this one is different! You can have the large open-air bath all to yourself. If you're lucky, you might encounter wild animals such as Japanese serows at the inn's signature onsen, "Shika Nozoki no Yu." Even if you're alone together, it's okay if cute animals join in!

Since there are few street lights and traffic, you can see a starry sky when the weather is good. We rent out telescopes, so you can enjoy stargazing together! If you huddle together in the cold and peer through the telescope, you can see the twinkling stars! How romantic. Once you have enjoyed the starry sky and cooled down, you can head to the open-air bath in your room.

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Shima onsen Toshimaya is located about 30 minutes by bus from Nakanojo Station. This is a nostalgic, relaxing ryokan where you can relax without feeling stressed. There are many relaxation spaces within the building, so you can find a place to relax that suits you. The clear waters of the beautiful Shima River and the beautiful starry sky. Why not share a relaxing experience surrounded by nature?

This inn is built along the Shima River. If you're going to stay here, it would be a waste not to choose a room along the stream! In front of you is lush greenery, a wide sky, and the Shima River. With the sound of the river babbling as background music, you can look at the trees that change with the seasons and the starry sky screen... It will add the best essence to a date with your boyfriend that may have started to feel a bit stale.

The open-air bath and private bath are on the first floor, so you can feel the beauty of the Shima River even closer. Listen to the sounds of nature, forget about time and your daily routine, and just relax. You can expect a healing effect! If you can clear your mind and feel more relaxed, you will naturally start to be more considerate towards him.

There are plenty of spaces to relax in the building. There is also an observation terrace where you can enjoy the view of the mountain stream, and a relaxing reading room. It's also a great place to meet up with your boyfriend after a soak in onsen. Why not spend some time away from your smartphone and other digital devices and enjoy a relaxing time?

At Shima onsen Yamaguchikan, you can feel one with the Shima River flowing right next to you. It is about a 25-minute taxi ride from Nakanojo Station, and is located in a place surrounded by nature. The tranquility comes from the inn's secluded location. You can spend your time without any noise, listening only to the sounds of nature. You can also enjoy the fantastic lighting of the Shima River.

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If you are staying with a special someone, we recommend a room with an open-air bath on the top floor. You can enjoy a beautiful view of lush greenery from the large cypress bath. You can enjoy a spectacular view like a private theater. The view reflected on the surface of the bath is like a water mirror and is beautiful like digital art!

The open-air bath, which seems to be one with the mountain stream, is not an infinity pool but an infinity bath! Furthermore, among the many onsen in Japan, this hot onsen is the closest to human skin and has skin-beautifying effects. Relax in the skin-beautifying water while watching the illuminated mountain stream. You will be cleansed both in body and mind.

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The Tsukimidai Lounge, located on the 7th and 3rd floors, is the perfect place to cool down after a hot onsen bath.
The sound of the stream is pleasant to the ears, and the night breeze brushes against your cheeks. The nature of Shima gently embraces the two of you.

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Shima Onsen onsen feels like a Japanese mansion. The interior is like a designer's house that combines warm Scandinavian interiors with a Japanese feel, making it a place where you can feel like you're living there. Sit in a stylish chair and drink coffee while watching the clear stream... You'll be unable to stop daydreaming about living together with your boyfriend, and you'll be grinning from ear to ear.

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"ROOM E" is like a new home for the two of you! It's a special place to spend time, and yet somehow feels like everyday life. We also recommend "ROOM A" where you can see the clear waters of the Shima River outside the window. At night, you can enjoy the fantastic scenery of the illuminated waterfall and mountains.

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The inn has three hot onsen, all of which are available for private use. The open-air bath "Keimei-no-Yu" has a clear stream right in front of it, giving it a spacious feel. We also recommend "Hotaru-no-Yu," where you'll be gently enveloped in the soft light of fireflies. You'll likely lose track of time in this wonderful onsen, but there may be other guests waiting, so you can continue enjoying the bath in your room for as long as you like.

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You can enjoy colorful dishes made with plenty of local ingredients. You can choose to meal in your room or in the dining room. If you choose to in-room dining, you'll feel like you're living like a newlywed! Enjoy an extraordinary experience that is an extension of your everyday life.

"Onsen Glamping Shima Blue" is recommended for couples who want to have an experience that is different from the ordinary. It is Japan's first onsen glamping, located in the nature-rich area of Shima onsen, about 30 minutes by taxi from Nakanojo Station. It is amazing that each room has an open-air bath! It is a cutting-edge inn that overturns the values of glamping. You are practically guaranteed a stylish and special stay.

The dome-shaped tent room, called "Island Blue," is an exciting space that feels like a secret base! It's perfect for two camping beginners who are interested but have never camped before. There are camping chairs and a BBQ grill on the terrace overlooking the forest. There is also a bouldering corner inside, making this a lodging that is full of charm that will tickle the playful side of adults.

All rooms have an open-air bath! This all-inclusive glamping experience will fill you and your partner's hearts. Each room has a different bath design, so you'll want to come back again and again. It would be a great place to make this your regular spot.

For dinner, we had a BBQ on the terrace of our room! We had a BBQ set prepared, so all we had to do was grill the food. I imagined a BBQ as a group, but a BBQ for two was a fresh and fun experience. It was a collaborative effort with him! It was kind of exciting!

The breathtaking shimmering blue lake, famous for its beautiful skin onsen, and the serenity of its hidden location. It is because ryokan is located in such a quiet and spectacular place, "Shiman onsen", that you can fully immerse yourself in a world just for the two of you. Come to a world you have not seen yet, with your favorite person. Please spend an intense time with your favorite person.