Matsukawa Onsen, a secluded hot spring resort, is famous for its heavy snowfall, even within the Hachimantai region. While it's freezing outside, the inn is warm and cozy thanks to its geothermal heating system. From the comfort of the warm rooms, you can gaze upon the softly falling snow and the giant icicles outside your window, easily losing track of time.
The stylishly designed rooms offer stunning views of the changing seasons of Hachimantai, and are especially popular during the autumn foliage season.
Meals for guests feature abundant local ingredients, including Hachimantai salmon, sashimi of Ito trout and char. There's also a self-catering section that follows the traditional hot spring treatment style, making it a recommended inn for long-term stays.
(※Inquiries are required regarding the use of the self-catering section. Guests must bring their own ingredients.)
This inn also offers day-trip hot spring access, with a free-flowing hot spring source and a pale blue open-air bath famous for its changing color depending on the weather. In the deep snow of winter and the vibrant autumn foliage, the bath blends seamlessly into the scenery, creating a truly beautiful atmosphere.
The building is filled with the scent of sulfur, and even in winter, it stays warm thanks to geothermal heat.
It's also lovely to gaze at the snow-capped mountains outside the window after a bath, or to enjoy the cool summer breeze.