Experience the Healing Waters of Shirahone Onsen with New Bathing Plan at Tsuruya

Experience the Healing Waters of Shirahone Onsen

From August 1 to November 28, 2025, Yado Tsuruya in Matsumoto, Nagano, will introduce a new exclusive bathing plan for its guests, allowing them to enjoy the hot springs at the nearby Konashi no Yu Sasaya. This unique opportunity will enhance your stay with a delightful onsen experience only accessible to those staying at Tsuruya.

Special Details of the Plan

The hot spring bathing plan is available every Monday, Tuesday, and Friday during the specified period. Visitors can use the hot springs from 3:00 PM until 5:30 PM, although you must arrive at Tsuruya by 5:00 PM to participate. The service includes one night stay with two meals and the day-use onsen fee, including a towel for a total of three groups per day, and reservations are required in advance.

How to Make a Reservation

To book this exclusive package, guests should either visit Yado Tsuruya's website or utilize reservation platforms that offer the dedicated plan. Note that reservations can only be made on the specified sale dates for the plan.

Guest Etiquette

Since Konashi no Yu Sasaya generally does not accept day visitors, this service is exclusive to overnight guests. We're committed to ensuring that all guests have a pleasant experience, so we kindly ask everyone to maintain a spirit of cooperation and courtesy during their visit.

About Shirahone Onsen

Shirahone Onsen is renowned for its milky-white thermal waters, characterized by a gentle sulfur scent and its cloudy appearance. It is often said, "If you bathe for three days, you won't catch a cold for three years," and it has been favored by many literary figures since the Kamakura period.

Highlights of Konashi no Yu Sasaya

The Konashi no Yu Sasaya offers a unique experience with natural hot springs flowing directly from its source. The bathing waters are noted for their refreshing quality, making them suitable for drinking as well. The gentle sulfur aroma and the artistic patterns created by years of mineral deposits are breathtaking, especially in the semi-outdoor bathing area, where guests can admire the seasonal beauty of the surrounding birch trees.

Thermal Spring Details

- Source Name: Konashi no Yu (self-sourced)
- Water Quality: Sulfur-containing, Calcium/Magnesium, Hydrogen carbonate onsen
- Benefits: Effective for chronic digestive disorders, cold sensitivity, fatigue recovery, skin diseases, neuralgic pain, muscle pain, post-illness recovery, and more.

About Yado Tsuruya

Yado Tsuruya features both indoor and outdoor baths surrounded by beautiful scenery, providing guests with the perfect opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the changing seasons. The indoor bath, which features floating hot spring particles, allows for an immersive onsen experience, while guests can also enjoy the raw essence of the hot spring with the specially crafted tub offering no added temperature control.

Thermal Spring Details

- Water Quality: Sulfur-containing, Calcium/Magnesium, Carbonate Hydrogenation onsen (neutral, hypotonic onsen)
- Benefits: Good for neuralgia, muscle pain, joint issues, diabetes, hypertension, and more.

Book Your Stay for Exclusive Savings

Guests who make reservations through the official website can enjoy a 5% discount by registering and logging in. Be sure to make your booking on the official Tsuruya website: Yado Tsuruya.

Conclusion

Come and experience the rich benefits of Shirahone Onsen's healing waters and the beauty of the Northern Alps, enhancing your stay at either Sasaya or Tsuruya. The opportunity to enjoy these renowned hot springs beyond just the ordinary stay is surely a memorable experience that lies in wait for you. We hope your time with us will create lasting memories.