Shibu Onsen Watanoyu (Cotton Bath)
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Shibu Onsen Watanoyu (Cotton Bath)

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Slightly Secluded

Shibu Onsen Watanoyu (Cotton Bath)

Hot Spring Overview

The third of nine public bathhouses in Shibu Onsen, Yamanouchi Town, Nagano Prefecture. This bath was named for its abundant white mineral deposits that resemble cotton floating in the water. The water quality is sodium-calcium sulfate-chloride hot spring (hypotonic, slightly acidic, high temperature) with a source temperature of 65°C and bathing temperature of approximately 42°C, making it one of the more accessible temperatures among the nine baths. It is known to be effective for skin conditions and has been beloved by therapeutic bathers for generations. Shibu Onsen has a history of approximately 1,300 years and is said to have been discovered by the monk Gyoki during the Nara period. The hot spring town features cobblestone streets lined with 30 ryokans and 9 public bathhouses. The public baths are exclusive to overnight guests, who can enjoy strolling between baths in yukata and wooden sandals.

About Secluded Rating

Access (Difficulty to Reach)

1/5

Easy access

Scenery & Atmosphere

1/5

City area

Onsen Value

4/5

Unique spring

 

OnsenHot Spring Details

Water Quality
ナトリウム・カルシウム-硫酸塩・塩化物泉
Temperature
42 to 65
Flow Type
Natural Source Flow
pH Level
pH 4.5
Onsen
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AcidicNeutralAlkaline

Practical Info

Overnight Stay
Day Trip Only
Day Trip
Available
Admission Fee
Adult: --- JPY
Child: --- JPY
Business Hours
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Visit Log

Bath Types

内湯

Facilities

Sauna
Open-air Bath
Private Bath
Family Bath
Restaurant
Rest Area
Massage
Towel Rental
Locker
Parking
Wi-Fi
Credit Card
Mixed Bathing

Access Information

Detailed Route Information

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電車・バスルート

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Parking Information

Capacity: 50 cars
Fee: ¥500
Notes: 渋温泉街入口の有料駐車場を利用

Nearest Stations

湯田中駅 min
Text-based Access Information

By train: Take the Nagaden Bus bound for Shiga Kogen from Yudanaka Station on the Nagano Electric Railway, get off at Shibu Wagoubashi (about 10 minutes), then walk about 5 minutes. Taxi from Yudanaka Station takes about 7 minutes. By car: About 15 minutes from Shinshu-Nakano IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway via Route 292. Use the paid parking at the entrance of Shibu Onsen town.

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