Feel elegant in the emerald-colored beauty baths! 6 recommended ryokan and hotels in Tsukioka onsen for solo travelers

Have you heard of Tsukioka onsen in Niigata, which is famous for its beauty baths? Its unique feature is that it contains the highest amount of sulfur in Japan! It is said to dissolve dead skin cells, bleach and sterilize, helping to create smooth, fair skin. The emerald green water is also impressive. The jewel-like color of the water will make you feel elegant♪

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onsen town also has a great atmosphere. There are many stylish things and experiences that will tickle the hearts of women, such as the beautifully lit "Moonlight Garden," a shop where you can enjoy premium sake from all the breweries in Niigata, a cute cafe that sells miscellaneous goods, and specialty gourmet food with a rabbit motif.

A hot onsen town with beauty-enhancing hot springs and a fun stroll. Why not escape from your daily routine and take a relaxing solo trip to Tsukioka onsen, which is full of things that women can enjoy?

In this article, we will introduce 8 hotels and ryokan that are OK for solo travelers and have a relaxing atmosphere for adult women. We selected these hotels and inns with a focus on cleanliness and services such as "in-room dining" that allow you to feel at ease traveling alone. Choose the inn that's perfect for you and enjoy a carefree solo trip!

Hotel Hisagoso is located within walking distance of Tsukioka onsen bus stops, convenience stores, and restaurants in onsen town, making it a convenient location for strolling. In the bathhouse, which has indoor and outdoor baths, you can enjoy the emerald green Tsukioka onsen 100% from the source. There is also a private bath where you can relax by yourself. Relax and soothe your travel fatigue in the Japanese-style outdoor bath.

The breakfast menu is extensive, and you can enjoy local specialties such as rice topped with raw egg made with the "ultimate super rich raw egg" and Niigata gourmet dish "tarekatsu" (tare katsu). Eating lots of delicious koshihikari rice will make you feel energized from the inside out.

The Japanese-style room is just the right size for a solo traveler. It's not too big or too small, so it's comfortable. If you sit in the chair by the window, you can see the view of Tsukioka onsen town outside and spend a relaxing time. Another nice point is that you can use Wi-Fi in the room. Listen to your favorite music, watch videos, and relax as if you were at home.

Furin-ya was renovated in 2019, and now has a modern and cute interior. There is a foot bath, a sake bar, and a 3300m2 garden where you can enjoy a stroll, so even if you are alone you won't get bored. There are also many exciting services available, such as the rental of colorful yukata robes and roasting marshmallows on the hearth.

We recommend a Western-style room or a Japanese-Western style room. Since staff will not come to prepare your futon, you can relax from the time you arrive until you leave the room the next day. This is also a good option for those who find it easier to relax on a bed than a futon.

The water is from their own hot spring, "Utsukushi no Yu." Depending on the angle of the light, it can appear slightly cloudy. It is viscous and slightly alkaline, and is said to have skin-beautifying effects. In the bright open-air bath surrounded by rocks, you can relax and forget about the hustle and bustle.

For ladies who like alcohol, try the sake bar "The Garden" after your bath. There are over 50 types of Niigata sake sourced from 30 breweries. Even the most alcoholic drinkers will be impressed with the selection. Why not switch off and enjoy a blissful moment while looking out at the illuminated Japanese garden?

"Murakamikan Yuden" is ryokan with a relaxing atmosphere full of Japanese charm. A recommended point for solo travelers is that they offer a plan that allows you to enjoy meal leisurely in your room. The room is "Nohanatei", which is spacious and you can relax without worrying about being seen by others.

For dinner, you can enjoy fresh seafood that the head chef purchases at the market every morning. The koshihikari rice grown in clean water, as well as the homemade pickles and pickled plums are also delicacies you'll want to savor. There are six brands of local sake available. Why not order the "sake tasting set" and enjoy a little at a time the different flavors? As in-room dining, you don't have to worry if you get drunk.

The water in the large communal bath, which has both an indoor and outdoor bath, is a vivid emerald green. It is rich in minerals and is said to have a whitening effect. I'm looking forward to feeling my skin after the bath. There is also a sauna, so you can wash off the sweat.

"Senkei" is a large onsen inn where you can experience an elegant atmosphere. It ranks highly every year in the "Professional Selection of Japanese Hotels and ryokan" published by the Shunkan Travel Newspaper. You can relax in the well-equipped facilities and comfortable service. The "Shiratama no Yu" hot spring water from the hotel's own source has a smooth texture on the skin. Enjoy onsen to your heart's content in the open-air bath with a sense of freedom.

After warming up in the beauty bath, we recommend an aromatherapy treatment. This all-hand treatment uses the finest oils, giving you the ultimate relaxation time. Your tired skin and your mind will be moisturized. (*Image is for illustrative purposes only.)

"Senkei" offers a plan for one person that includes one night's stay and two meals. The room you choose will be a surprise for you on the day. All rooms are non-smoking, so those who are concerned about odors can rest assured. For dinner, enjoy creative kaiseki cuisine in a luxurious restaurant. The tableware and presentation are beautiful, and you can enjoy meal in an elegant atmosphere.

"Mashu" is an inn with a modern Japanese and stylish atmosphere. You can relax surrounded by tasteful interiors. The beds are laid out with futons, so you can fully enjoy the comfort of ryokan.

The hot spring water in the open-air bath is 100% from the Tsukioka onsen hot spring source. There are four open-air baths and two private baths, so you can enjoy bathing in each one. The open-air bath "Tsukimi no Yu" is full of openness and is a relaxing space where you can bathe while watching the seasonal scenery. It is lit up at night, allowing you to immerse yourself in a luxurious atmosphere.

You can choose from three courses for dinner. It's good to have a choice♪ I recommend the "Tsukioka Bijin Kaiseki" where you can enjoy the high-class fish "Nodoguro"! Although it is a white fish, it is fatty like fatty tuna, and the sweetness spreads softly in your mouth. The melting deliciousness will make you feel luxurious.

Hotel Seifuen is a place where you can choose a spacious room even if you are traveling alone. For those who want to enjoy meal without worrying about being seen by others, we recommend the Japanese-style room with dining area at Heiantei! The dining area is separate from the living room and bedroom, so you won't be bothered if your luggage is a little scattered when the food arrives.

For dinner, enjoy kaiseki cuisine made with Niigata ingredients. The beautifully presented seafood is extremely fresh and goes well with sake. Relax and enjoy this sumptuous meal, and you'll be sure to blow away all your everyday stress.

You can relax in the hot springs in the open-air bath overlooking the Kyoto-style garden and the indoor bath with the scent of cypress. On the edge of the onsen is a figurine of a "Gensen Warabe" (a boy who plays at the source of the hot springs) pouring hot water. Its carefree expression will warm your heart.

The emerald green water is soothing just to look at. Niigata 's delicious rice, local sake, and seafood are also great things to enjoy on your trip. Choose the accommodation that's perfect for you and enjoy your trip to Tsukioka onsen.