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Japan · Chubu

Hot springs in Yuzawa

2Springs
49°CAvg temp
1Public baths
0Free entry
2Near train
39 hotels nearby44 dining options nearby12 convenience stores nearby28 attractions nearby
Echigo Yuzawa Onsen, Yuzawa

Echigo Yuzawa Onsen

Yuzawa · Chubu

55°CPublic Bath

A mountain town in Niigata Prefecture famous for heavy snowfall and a unique sake-infused bath. After a day on the ski slopes, visitors soak in outdoor baths while snow falls silently around them. The town is also the setting of one of Japan's greatest novels.

Yuzawa Machi Yakuba Mae(Town Office) · 0.3 km

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Yuzawa Onsen, Yuzawa

Yuzawa Onsen

Yuzawa · Chubu

43°CMixed Bathing

A hot spring town in Niigata Prefecture with at least 27 onsen and ryokan, set among the snowfields of the Uonuma highlands. The oldest spring, Kaikake Onsen, was first documented in the 1400s. The town offers both public and private bathing options and some smaller springs like Akayu Onsen are accessible via a mountain hike.

ECHIGO YUZAWA STATION · 0.1 km

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Most hot springs in Yuzawa charge an entrance fee. Check individual listings for the most current pricing information.

Hot springs in Yuzawa average around 49°C. Individual springs range from relaxing warm baths to intensely hot therapeutic pools — always check the temperature rating before entering.

From Tokyo, take the Joetsu Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa (about 80 min). Ryokan shuttle. Total journey time is approximately 90 minutes.

Yes. Yuzawa has 1 public bath well-suited to first-time onsen visitors. Rinse thoroughly before entering, no swimming, and keep noise to a minimum.

Winter for skiing; summer for hiking and canyon trekking. is considered the ideal time to visit Yuzawa. Hot springs are a year-round attraction — winter visits are especially popular as the contrast between cold air and hot water creates a uniquely atmospheric soak.

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About hot springs in Yuzawa

Major ski and onsen town in Niigata Prefecture, famous for its hilltop baths, heavy snowfall, and unique sake-infused onsen experiences.