Overview
Discover the rich heritage of Akakura Onsen, a hot spring village founded over 200 years ago during the Bunka era. This historic retreat has inspired cultural icons like Tenshin Okakura, Akiko Yosano, and Koyo Ozaki. Nestled at the foot of Mount Myoko, Akakura Hotel captures that legacy while offering a comforting escape with generous natural hot springs.
Accommodation
Relax in rooms that blend Japanese tradition with modern comfort:
- AA‑type Japanese Suites: Two adjoining tatami rooms filled with traditional fragrance. Spacious and calming, perfect for a restful stay.
- SW‑type Japanese + Lounge Suites: A tatami room combined with a sofa lounge—ideal for hosting important friends or family.
- TW‑type Western Twin Rooms: Retro elegance meets comfort with twin beds and a cozy sofa corner.
- JA‑type Japanese + Twin: A hybrid room combining tatami and western beds—great for all ages.
- SA‑type Salon + Japanese & RA‑type Lobby + Japanese: Premium layouts featuring lounge areas paired with tatami rooms—popular with couples and small families.
- Annex Twin +: A twin room with an additional tatami space for families or groups; annex connects conveniently to the main building.
All 43 rooms include bath, shower‑toilet, TV, refrigerator, kettle, hair dryer, toiletries, and yukata. Choose your favorite yukata at check‑in. The annex features a fans-only cooling system in summer; open-air breezes keep you comfortable.
Dining
Enjoy seasonal kaiseki cuisine that highlights local produce from MyĹŤkĹŤ KĹŤgen and seafood from the Sea of Japan. Your meals appear in the dining hall or banquet rooms, where you can dine seated or Ă la table.
Special extras include salt‑grilled blackthroat seaperch, tender beef fillet steak, local crab, and snack-style chawa-chawa dishes.
Complement your meal with an excellent range of local sake—from Daiginjo to live‑storage varieties—and Iwanohara wines.
Onsen and Wellness
Akakura Hotel offers a wealth of hot spring experiences from Mount Myoko’s abundant springs:
- YĹ«en no Yu (Indoor Bath): A spacious public bath source-fed with fresh spring water.
- Rakuraku no Yu (Indoor Bath): A cozy thermal bath for relaxing warmth.
- Ishiwari no Yu (Currently Closed): Another indoor bath warmer than the rest.
- Private Family Baths (“Myoko no Yu” and “Koban no Yu”): Semi-open-air baths with mountain views; reserve at reception.
- Open-Air Bath & Jacuzzi (Currently Suspended): Seasonal outdoor options for enjoying the fresh air.
- Sauna for both men and women.
Springs are calcium-magnesium-sodium sulfate-carbonate types known for soothing skin, easing joint and muscle tension, and promoting circulation. Hot water runs freely through 24 sources. Daily bathing runs from early morning to late evening, with night rotations for men’s and women’s areas.
Facilities & Features
- Shadoru Lounge: Relax after arrival with handmade ohagi sweets and morning coffee in a garden-view rest area.
- Rooftop Observation Deck: Offers rare views of Mount Myoko, Mount Akakura, and Mount Kannonsan. Sunrise is especially breathtaking.
- Seasonal Flowers adorn the entrance, courtyard, and lobby—in harmony with local nature.
- Karaoke Bar Yukitsubaki in the annex for evening entertainment.
- Table Tennis, Banquet Halls, Ceramic Studio, Game Rooms (shogi, go, mahjong), and ski drying room.
- Massage, golf, putt-golf rentals, and pottery sessions available on request.
- Free parking, wired LAN in lobbies, vending machines, courtesy buses, home delivery service, and AED access.
Guests with Tattoos
Most communal baths welcome tattoos. For private or family-only use, reserve the family baths.
Activities
Strike a ball on the practice greens or enjoy a stroll around the peaceful grounds. In winter, the hotel is a convenient base for skiing. You can also relax in lounges, enjoy evening karaoke, or simply breathe in the mountain air from the deck.
Additional Details
Check-in: from 15:00
Check-out: by 10:00
