Things to do

Once you enter your room and put down your luggage, the first thing you should do is have a smoke break by the hearth on the first floor.
We gather around the hearth at the entrance, reminiscent of a traditional Japanese home.
Have a break with instant coffee or tea.
Please come and discuss your plans for future walks or ask for travel advice.

First, take a bath to wash away the fatigue and dirt from your trip.
The bubbling Hijiori waters of Hijiori will relax your mind.
This is because Hijiori Onsen is rich in metasilicic acid, which is unique to Hijiori Onsen.
It has a very relaxing effect.

You can roughly walk around Hijiori Onsen in about an hour.
After walking to Gensen Park, which is about a 5-minute walk from the inn,
We started our leisurely stroll with some handmade dango from the nearby Haga Dango Shop in hand.
The murmuring of the Dozan River and the four bridges create a unique atmosphere.

The public bath is just a one-minute walk from the inn. "Upper Bath"
Enter through the noren curtain and join the local regulars.
Please enjoy the warm conversation of Hijiori as we share stories of our travels and old times.
The clear water will make you feel refreshed.

Enjoy your meal at a restaurant where you can chat casually.
I was surprised by the volume.
Since it is a lodge in the mountains, everything is handmade.
It's not fancy, but we're confident in the deliciousness.
In-room dining is also available upon request.

If you come to Hijiori Onsen, you can't go without seeing this. "Morning Market"
I was surprised at the number of shops lined up along the street.
Spirited shouts and the clattering of wooden clogs.
It's as lively as a festival day.

【Opening Hours】From 5:30 to 7:30(Late April to September)/ From 6:00 to 7:30(October to November)

Enjoy your morning bath while soaking up the sunshine.
The bright and spacious bathroom has a fresh, pleasant wood scent.
Enjoy a luxurious stay at Ootomoya, having the hot springs of Hijiori all to yourself.

Crisp boiled freshly picked vegetables and piping hot grilled fish.
Although they are by no means high-end, the freshness and freshly made taste of the ingredients are unmatched anywhere else.

We relaxed and chatted about our travel plans for the day.
Please feel free to chat with the host if you like.

There is ample check-out time and you won't be rushed.
If you have time to explore Hijiori, you can store your luggage at the front desk.
We can also provide information on nearby attractions, so please feel free to ask.

The retro wooden building was built in 1937 and was in use until 2000.
It is currently used as a venue for mini concerts.

Hijiori Onsen morning market is open from 5:30am to 7am from April to September.
The friendly ladies made their own products,
They sell produce harvested from the mountains and fields.
I enjoy the lively conversations at the hot spring baths.

A scenic spot at Hijiori Onsen and Dozan River.
It is a beautiful valley with a large, undulating river and the colorful greenery and autumn leaves.
It is located right next to Hijiori Onsen Ideyukan.
There is a legend of a giant snake.

It is about 4km to Jizokura, a mountain with a series of strangely shaped rocks at its summit.
Walk along the beech mountain path while enjoying the forest bathing.
Enjoy the rich nature of Hijiori Onsen.

Beyond the beautiful rice terraces there are spectacular views of villages and the Commonwealth.
Please come and see the scenery of rice terraces, which are now a rare sight.

On the plateau near Yunodai, from late August to early September,
You can see buckwheat fields covered with beautiful pure white flowers all around.

Guests can enjoy an indoor bath with a high ceiling and an open-air bath.
This is a rare carbonated hot spring where bubbles form when you soak in the water.
~Highlights~
☆Wooden and calm atmosphere
☆The only place you can drink natural carbonated water
☆An open-air bath reflecting the four seasons

【Opening Hours】<April to October> 9:00 to 18:00 / <November to March> 9:30 to 18:00
【Regular holiday】<May to October> Every Wednesday/ <November to April> Every Wednesday and Thursday
【Usage fee】550 JPY
【Tel】0233-76-2622
【Other】Guests staying at the hotel will receive a 50 yen discount coupon per person.

~Highlights~
☆A spacious observation bath on the third floor
☆Relax in the large hall or private rooms
☆Fully equipped restaurant with a wide variety of menu items

【Opening Hours】<April to October> 9:00 to 18:00 / <November to March> 9:30 to 18:00
【Regular holiday】<May to October> Every Tuesday/ <November to April> Every Monday and Tuesday
【Usage fee】500 JPY
【Tel】0233-34-6106
【Other】Guests staying at the hotel will receive a 50 yen discount coupon per person.

This is the birthplace of Hijiori Onsen, located in the middle of the hot spring town.
It has the atmosphere of an old-fashioned public bathhouse and is a social gathering place for locals.

【Opening Hours】8:00 to 17:00 *There are irregular cleaning times.
【Usage fee】We will give out discount coupons for bathing for 100 yen only to guests staying at the hotel.

A landmark soba Hijiori Onsen Onsen. "Kotobukiya"
You can enjoy freshly ground and made soba noodles while listening to the babbling brook.

【Opening Hours】10:00 to 17:00
【Regular holiday】Please check the Kotobukiya website
【Tel】0233-76-2140

The restaurant at Miraikan was established with the aim of passing on local cuisine to future generations.
You can eat delicious soba noodles made only from locally grown buckwheat flour.

【Opening Hours】From 10:30 to 15:00
【Regular holiday】Monday
【Tel】0233-34-6001

This is a local bun made in Hijiori.
The thin skin containing brown sugar and the moderately sweet bean paste make for a delicious treat you'll never tire of.

This is a masterpiece from Koya Sake Brewery, which has been brewing sake in Okura Village for 400 years.
It has a gorgeous and fruity taste.

Along with seasonal vegetables, wild herbs, and mushrooms, local mothers also make handmade rice dumplings,
You'll discover unexpected deliciousness, such as our homemade Nanban miso.

A perfect dish to go with hot rice.
The sweetness, spiciness, and softness of the miso vary depending on the maker, so you can enjoy comparing the different ones.
Available for purchase at souvenir shops and morning markets.