Amihari Onsen

What it is

• A sulfur hot spring discovered in the early 8th century at 750 meters elevation.
• The site is located within the borders of Towada-Hachimantai National Park.
• The name refers to nets historically used to restrict access to the spring.
• A resort facility and ski area established on the site in 1965.

What to see

• A mixed-gender open-air bath called Sennyo-no-yu located near the main facility.
• A ski resort featuring five pair lifts for winter sports enthusiasts.
• Mountain views from the high-altitude location in Shizukuishi Town.
• Hot spring water sourced from two kilometers away in the mountains.

When to go

• The ski season operates from mid-December through late March each year.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.