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Iwamuro hot spring

A hot spring town with “Kuroyu (black water)” opened 300 years ago is surrounded by rich nature, and a performance by Geisha is attractive.

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Iwamuro hot spring surrounded by mountains, Mt. Kakuda and Mt. Yahiko is located in a rural area, the western part of Niigata prefecture. The open was in the Edo era with a history of over 300 years, the only hot spring town in Niigata city is widely popular with gathered unique inns and restaurants.

Iwamuro hot spring is characteristic of the water color, black, and called “Reigan no Yu”, which was named from a legend that wild geese soaked in the hot spring and healed their wounds. The color is mixed with crystal of calcium carbonate and black formless of sulfur compound, the water is soft, smooth, and perfect for moisturizing for skin. This area is well known as the birthplace of Geisha in Niigata, performances of Geisha still can be seen at events or Japanese hotels.

This place is located on connecting with Niigata city, Tsubame city, and Nagaoka city, and conveniently as the base of sightseeing for surrounding destinations. “Niigata city Iwamuro tourist facility, Iwamuro-ya” is recommended to gain the information and relaxation with a foot bath.

Highlights

  • A hot spring that has a history of about 300 years from the Edo period.
  • “Black water” is characterized by the color of iron sulfide.
  • Unique inns and restaurants are gathered at the only hot spring town in Niigata city.
  • The birthplace of “Echigo Geisha”.

Photos

  • “Black water” with the pride of Iwamuro hot spring has a perfect moisturizing effect.

    “Black water” with the pride of Iwamuro hot spring has a perfect moisturizing effect.

  • Gorgeous singing and dancing by Iwamuro Geisha provide brightness to the hot spring town.

    Gorgeous singing and dancing by Iwamuro Geisha provide brightness to the hot spring town.

  • “Iwamuro-ya” is a tourists’ information facility for Iwamuro hot spring and surrounding destinations.

    “Iwamuro-ya” is a tourists’ information facility for Iwamuro hot spring and surrounding destinations.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is free WiFi available in the area?

A

Yes, it is.

Q

Is there a parking lot near Iwamuro hot spring?

A

All inns and Iwamuro- ya own their parking lot.

Q

Do you have facilities for a day- trip bathing?

A

Dairo no Yu in Taho hot spring and Yukari no Yu Yorinare have a service for a day trip.

Reviews

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  • Matthew

    日本特殊火山地質結構,每個區域周邊都有許多天然溫泉,不彷試著去體驗一下。

Details

Name in Japanese
岩室温泉
Postal Code
953-0104
Address
96-1 Iwamuronsen, Nishikan-ku, Niigata City, Niigata (Iwamuro Onsen Tourism Association)
Telephone
0256-82-5715 (Iwamuro Onsen Tourism Association)
Closed
Varies on hot springs and inns.
Hours
Varies on hot springs and inns.
Admission
Varies on hot springs and inns.
Directions
1) A 10- minute taxi ride from Iwamuro station on the JR Echigo line.
2) A 45- minute taxi ride from Niigata station on the JR Echigo line.
3) A 30- minute taxi ride to Tsubame-Sanjo station on the JR Yahiko line.
Credit Cards
Varies on hot springs and inns.
Official Website
Official Website (English)