Soak in the iconic milky blue outdoor baths at Tsurunoyu in Nyuto Onsen, Akita. Discover this historic 300-year-old ryokan, private baths, and snow views.

Our complete guide to Takimikan in Yamagata's Ginzan Onsen. Experience hillside serenity, breathtaking winter rotenburo views, and private annex baths.

Located in the sprawling Hanamaki Onsen complex of four hotels in Iwate Prefecture, Kashoen is their luxury traditional onsen ryokan with private onsen available in several of their rooms. Their other rooms feature hinoki baths to enjoy the revitalising scent.

Yuukaen onsen ryokan is located in Yamanokami Onsen, in the heart of Hanamaki Minami Onsen Gorge in Iwate Prefecture. It is a beautiful onsen ryokan crafted in the outstanding Japanese craftmanship of kanawatsugi. Spacious rooms feature stunning Japanese wooden architecture, whilst guests can enjoy the large public onsen outdoors with gorgeous views of nature.

Our in-depth guide to Satonoyu Onsen Ryokan in Fukushima. Experience 9 modern luxury suites, private villa 100% free flowing hot spring baths, and serene winter views in Tsuchiyu Onsen.

A larger style onsen ryokan in Aizu Wakamatsu in Fukushima Prefecture, sat on a hill overlooking beautiful scenery with easy access to local sights, and a local sake specialty bar on the premises. A variety of rooms are available, in traditional Japanese style or Japanese/Western style with bathrooms. A semi open air private onsen is available to be reserved for a fee

A picturesque onsen ryokan lit by oil lamps hidden in a valley deep in the mountains of Kuroishi, Aomori Prefecture. Four stunning public onsens to soak in and admire the natural beauty surrounding you. No reception in the area, or electricity in the rooms - a perfect place to go off the grid for a couple nights. Especially beautiful to enjoy yukimi-buro (snow viewing bath) in winter, but lovely in all seasons. Day trips are also possible.