Magoroku Onsen

It's a great place, sadly during our stay there is a storm which prevent us enjoying the onsen properly. Food and accommodation are great, if any, 2 day 1 night stay may not be enough as snow storm really prevent you having a proper soak, and prepare to walk the 800 m from the bus stop to the place, as shuttle need to be arranged by phone call, and shuttle won't be going in a light snow storm which still can be traversed through by walking

Incredible outdoor onsens for mixed gender. Only one other person there. Walk 20 minutes off the main road (in the snow). The rope closing the road is just for cars (as we were told) so it is safe to walk. Just magic in the snow.

Very nice place for relaxing!

SECLUDED & WINDY! We decided to make a day trip to Magoroku Onsen, a traditional ryokan located off the main road between Ogama Onsen, on the right, and Ganiba Onsen on the left. Magoroku Onsen stands on the banks of Sentatsugawa River. We drove there in the morning at about 10 am. The parking area can accommodate about four cars only. Alternatively, we could have taken the shuttle bus. :p We parked our car and hiked for about 1 km to get to the Onsen.  The hike maybe short for some but we had to withstand the wind chill and icy roads in winter. We crossed a narrow bridge and made our way to the main building. We bought a day tripper ticket at ¥510 per adult to use the baths. To enjoy the baths, you may either bring or buy a drink at the reception before seeking the baths. This will allow you to hydrate yourself and stay longer in the baths. To dry ourselves, we brought along our towels. The baths are opposite the main building, and overlook the Sentatsugawa River. There are 3 rotenburo (2 Konyoku and 1 for females only). There are also 4 indoor baths, one Konyoku, one for males, and two for females. The hotspring water is locally referred to as "mountain medicine water" for its numerous health benefits :p Enjoy a dip in the indoor Konyoku before you venture into the rotenburo. The rotenburo nearest to the indoor bath is larger and the waters are warmer and shaded from the sun. If you enjoy the sun and prefer waters that are less hot, go to the smaller Konyoku rotenburo about 5 metres from the larger bath. Because of Magoruku Onsen's obscure location, you may enjoy your bath in quiet with only your partner and nature in attendance. :)

rock！