Villa Inawashiro is a hot spring resort hotel, located in Inawashiro Town, at the foot of Mt. Bandai. It's possible to bathe in the onsen baths at Village Inawashiro each day until midnight. The spring flows from Mt. Bandai, and is called a "beautifying hot spring" and a "fertility hot spring." In the winter, visitors can enjoy winter sports at the ski resort located next to the hotel. Visitors can dine on original dishes made from the best ingredients grown on Villa Inawashiro's private farm. Located less than one hour from Aizu-Wakamatsu and Kitakata, and close to Urabandai, Villa Inawashiro makes an excellent hub for sightseeing in the Aizu area.
| Website | http://www.villa.co.jp/(Japanese) |
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| Contact | Villa Inawashiro (+81) 242-62-4111 |
| Accommodation details | Capacity: 87 rooms (Accommodates 350 guests) Room styles: Mostly Japanese-style rooms, some western-style twin rooms Room charge: One night with two meals: From 9,600 yen (Tax incl.) Check in / Check out: From 3:00 PM / Until 10:00 AM Meals: Breakfast: Japanese-style or Buffet | Dinner: Japanese-style Hot springs: Sodium chloride hot spring Pets: Not allowed in guest rooms. They may be kept at the front. |
| Related info | Facilities: Karaoke / Credit Card Payment OK / Shop / Internet |
| Book a room | TripAdvisor.com |
| Access | Hayama 7105, Inawashiro Town, Yama District, Fukushima Pref. 969-3102 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 15 min from the Inawashiro-Bandaikogen I.C. exit off the Ban-etsu Expressway By Train: 15 min taxi ride from JR Inawashiro Station. Pick-up shuttle bus is available for overnight guests. Mapcode for Car GPS:413 266 408*77 |
Be swept off your feet by the amazing scenery at the Oguninuma Wetlands. These wetlands are located in Urabandai area, and are just one part of the stunning Oze National Park. Lots of people hike here every year at the start of summer to enjoy views of the seasonal yellow flowers, called Nikko Kisuge.
The Mitsuishi Shrine (Three Stones Shrine) is located a short 10-minute walk from Tadami Station in Tadami Town. Ichinoiwa, Ninoiwa and Saniwa are the three large stones that have spritual significance. Ichinoiwa (the first stone) is thought to improve intelligence, Ninoiwa (the second stone) is thought to improve eyesight, and Saniwa (the third stone) is thought to improve connections with others, particularly romantic love. The Saniwa is a popular place to visit for those who are hoping to get married someday. To reach the shrine there is a short hike through dense forest, so it is recommended that visitors wear shoes that are easy to walk in.
A little-known treasure, Aizu Hongo pottery (known in Japanese as 'hongo-yaki') is the oldest type of pottery in the Tohoku region. Aizu Hongo pottery's history dates back to the Warring States Period (1467 – 1615), when Ujisato Gamo, leader of the Aizu clan, ordered renovations be made to Tsurugajo Castle. The production of ceramic tiles for the castle roof kick-started the tradition of making pottery in Aizu-Misato Town. During the early 1600s, Masayuki Hoshina (who founded the Matsudaira house) invited ceramic craftsmen to Aizu-Misato from Owari - a region famous for its pottery - in order to increase the skills of locals.It was from this time that Aizu Hongo-yaki production began in earnest. At the peak of its popularity, there were more than 100 potteries in the town. There are currently 13 left, which are centered around Setomachi in Aizu-Misato. The rich variety of wares produced from workshop to workshop is just one of the fascinating things about visiting the area. Aizu-Misato Town is also known for the area's unusual ability to produce both great-quality earthenware and delicate porcelain.Please enjoy taking a look around the various shops, workshops, and kilns, and try making pottery for yourself!
Suzuzen was established in 1832 as a lacquerware wholesale shop. Not only can visitors see process of lacquerware being finished using gold and silver dusted designs called 'Makie', but visitors can also have the opportunity to design their own lacquered product using Makie design techniques, which is perfect to take home as a souvenir. Booking & More InformationSuzuzen is made up of 6 kura (Japanese-style warehouses), which have been renovated. The Suzuzen warehouses include a gallery featuring pieces by contemporary artists who use lacquer in their work, and a cafe which is open for lunch. English-language signs also make the history of lacquer in Aizu accessible for overseas visitors.
Hotel Listel Inawashiro is situated in Listel Park, a 700,000-square-meter property with its own herb garden, ski area, outdoor sports facilities, and more. This hotel offers a wide variety of enjoyment as an all-season destination resort.There are two types of accommodation within the hotel complex: the Wing Tower is an European-style, high-rise hotel, and the Main Building is a condominium hotel with a kitchen in each room. The spa facility is well-equipped with a number of onsen baths, including ones that guests can enjoy while wearing a bathing suit. An outdoor bath that commands a panoramic view of Lake Inawashiro is also located on site.
Ookawaso is located in the Ashinomaki Onsen resort nestled along the beautiful valley of Okawa River.As you step into this inn, you will be welcomed by a live performance on the shamisen, a traditional Japanese stringed instrument.Attentive service is provided by female attendants (called nakai-san) dressed in kimono, which is another of the charms of this old-fashioned Japanese inn.For dinner, you can enjoy a Japanese-style set menu rich in locally produced ingredients.The open-air hot spring facility Shiki Butai Tanada consists of multi-level baths set up like terraced rice fields overlooking the valley. Here you can enjoy basking amid the beautiful nature of the valley.Ookawaso also has large baths and lie-down saunas, both of which are perfect for relaxing and soothing the body. Another open-air bath Kuchu Roten Buro looks similar to the famous stage of Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto and commands a magnificent view.After enjoying dinner and hot spring bathing, guests can experience a mochi (rice cake) pounding event, which is a typically Japanese traditional communal activity.When the pounding is completed, freshly-made mochi will be served to the participants on the spot. Please enjoy to the full everything that a Japanese-style hot spring resort hotel has to offer.
Lake Side Hotel Minatoya is located near Lake Inawashiro, known for its clear waters, often referred to as 'Heaven's Mirror.' It is also connected to Dr. Hideyo Noguchi and is situated within Bandai-Asahi National Park, offering a range of outdoor activities such as summer marine sports and winter views of swan migrations.Guests can experience Fukushima's first Finnish-style tent sauna, located on the sandy shores of Lake Inawashiro. The hotel also features a rooftop BBQ terrace that doubles as a beer garden, with indoor seating available during bad weather or in the winter months.The hotel is located close to the dock for the Lake Inawashiro Sightseeing Boat.
The Grandeco Hotel is located in Urabandai, a region known for its natural beauty and the Ono River spring, which feeds into the local environment. The hotel is situated in a unique spot that offers guests access to the area's scenic landscapes.The outdoor hot springs at the hotel offer seasonal views, including lush greenery in the summer, peaceful snow-covered vistas in the winter, and starry skies at night.The hotel offers 12 room types, designed to accommodate different travel styles and group sizes. Each room, with a minimum area of 33 square meters, includes a balcony and features natural spring water from the Ono River, recognized as one of Japan's Top 100 Waters. The spacious rooms provide a comfortable space to relax and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty of Urabandai.