Question 1

Is a car the only way to get there?

Accepted Answer

As a remote hot spring deep in the mountains, coming by car is the practical option. From Yuzawa Station on the JR Ou Main Line allow about 40 minutes by car. If using public transport, we recommend checking the details with the inn in advance.

Question 2

Can I stay with a pet?

Accepted Answer

As this is a remote mountain inn, please check directly with the inn about bringing a pet.

Question 3

Are you open in winter?

Accepted Answer

As a remote mountain hot spring, please check winter opening directly with the inn on 0183-79-3021.

Question 4

What does it mean to be a member of the Association for Preserving Japan's Secluded Hot Springs?

Accepted Answer

The association works to preserve and pass on Japan's secluded hot springs. Members operate a stamp book scheme in which collecting stamps at member inns earns a free stay, and Okuyama Ryokan is one of those inns.

Question 5

Can I use the baths without staying overnight?

Accepted Answer

Day-use bathing is available 10:30-14:30 (last reception 13:30), at 800 yen for adults and 500 yen for children.

Question 6

How many sources are there, and what baths do they feed?

Accepted Answer

There are three sources. Tengu-no-Yu supplies the men's and women's indoor baths and the mixed open-air bath, with its distinctive greyish-white cloudy water. Kawa-no-Yu supplies the women-only open-air bath, so women have more baths to choose from.

Question 7

Can women use the mixed open-air bath?

Accepted Answer

There is a mixed open-air bath. The greyish-white water is cloudy and hard to see through, so women generally find it easy to use.

Question 8

Why is it called Doroyu, mud bath?

Accepted Answer

It is called Doroyu because mud settles at the bottom of the baths. The greyish-white water feels light on the skin, and you can feel the mud beneath you as you bathe, which is unusual.

Question 9

Can I stay long term for a bathing cure?

Accepted Answer

Doroyu Onsen has long been known as a bathing-cure destination. Please contact the inn directly in advance if you would like a long stay.

Question 10

Are there sightseeing spots nearby?

Accepted Answer

The great geyser at Oyasukyo Gorge is nearby, and you can walk the paths along the Minase River. The national road through Minami-Kurikoma from the inn towards Kurihara City runs through virgin beech forest and is especially fine in the autumn colours.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

There is parking. Please contact the inn on 0183-79-3021 for details.

Question 12

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 40 minutes by car from Yuzawa Station on the JR Ou Main Line. As this is a remote hot spring, public transport is inconvenient and a car is easiest. Please check with the inn for details.

Question 13

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

Dorotozawa 25, Takamatsu, Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture

Question 14

Is Wi-Fi available?

Accepted Answer

Not available.

Question 15

What time is check-out?

Accepted Answer

10:00.

Question 16

What time is check-in?

Accepted Answer

15:00.

Question 17

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.

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