Shibu Onsen Kokuya
4.9|¥25,000〜
A hot spring village with over 700 years of history, featuring 13 free public baths scattered throughout the village. In winter, enjoy both skiing and hot springs. Famous for Nozawana pickles and onsen eggs. Traditional events like the Dosojin Festival attract visitors, and it's increasingly popular with international skiers.
Access
Approx. 25 min by bus from Iiyama Station
Highlights
What to see in Nozawa Onsen
13 Public Baths
Free natural hot spring baths
Ski Resort
High-quality powder snow
Dosojin Festival
One of Japan's three great fire festivals
Best Seasons
Best time to visit
Winter (Dec–Mar)
The golden combo of skiing and hot springs
Autumn (October)
Autumn leaves and Nozawana harvest
