Frequently Asked Questions
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These answers were written by AI from the property's official website. The property has not checked them. Collected on September 20, 2026. Prices and times may be out of date, so please confirm anything important with the property.
Access (2)
How do I get there from Tazawako Station?
Take the Ugo Kotsu Nyuto line bus (bound for Nyuto Onsen) from JR Tazawako Station and you reach the Nyuto Onsen stop in about 45 minutes. From there you can continue on foot or by bus.
How do I get there from the airport?
From Akita Airport the Airport Liner shared taxi (booking required) runs direct to the Nyuto Onsen village and is convenient. The journey takes about 2 hours.
Check-in (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 15:00 and check-out is 10:00 as standard. Please check the details when booking.
Reservations (1)
How do I make a booking?
You can book online through the booking form on the official website (ookama-onsen.jp). Bookings by telephone are also accepted on 0187-46-2438.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
Can I go round the baths of the Nyuto Onsen village?
Guests staying in Nyuto Onsen can buy a Yumeguri-cho pass, which allows one day visit to the bath at each inn in the village. A circular bus, the Yumeguri-go, also runs.
Seasons / Weather (1)
Is it open in winter?
We are open all year. In winter, however, there is heavy snow and road conditions can change, so please check with the inn about travel conditions in advance.
Facilities (1)
Is there anything distinctive about the building?
The inn is unusual in occupying the buildings of a closed elementary school. The wooden interior has a warm feel, and staying here has a nostalgic air.
Day-use bathing (1)
Can I bathe without staying overnight?
Opening times and closed days for day bathing can change. Please check the official website (ookama-onsen.jp) or call 0187-46-2438 for the latest information.
Hot springs (1)
What kind of hot spring water is it?
The water comes straight from a source rising amid the rich natural setting of the Nyuto Onsen hot spring village and is used without recirculation. Please see the official website or contact the inn for the exact composition.
Meals (1)
What is the food like?
Simple local dishes made with produce from the mountains are served. Please see the official website or contact us directly for the menu.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is free parking for 15 cars, first come, first served, so please arrive early.
Other (6)
What is the address?
Sendatsu national forest, Tazawa, Tazawako, Semboku City, Akita Prefecture
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Not available.
What time is check-out?
10:00.
What time is check-in?
15:00.
How do I get there?
About 45 minutes from Tazawako Station on the JR Akita Shinkansen on the Ugo Kotsu Nyuto line bus (bound for Nyuto Onsen), alighting at the Nyuto Onsen stop. By car, about 90 minutes from Morioka IC on the Tohoku Expressway.