田沢温泉

It's a natural hot spring bath with continuously flowing water for 300 yen. There's only an indoor bath, but the water quality is excellent. The downside is that there's no shampoo and no hair dryer. So, you should at least bring a towel to dry your hair.

In early February, I came here hoping to escape the deep snow in northern Shinano and head somewhere with relatively mild weather (i.e. no snow). I was soothed by the charming atmosphere of this small, hidden hot spring.

We recommend walking along the river from the parking lot in front (there is also parking behind the hot spring) while enjoying the atmosphere. The spring water is slightly viscous, like lotion. …

I'd previously seen this hot spring listed as a must-visit in Nagano Prefecture, but this was my first time visiting. It's a refreshing simple sulfur spring. …

July 21, 2025 Outside temperature: 36°C @300/person …