Otari Onsen

What it is

• A hot spring resort located within the Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park.
• Designated as a National Health Resort by the Ministry of Health.
• A base for climbers heading to the summit of Mount Amakazari.
• Legend says the spring was discovered by a vassal of Moriharu Iimori.

What to see

• Yamada Ryokan, the only remaining traditional inn at the site.
• Six buildings designated as Registered Tangible Cultural Properties.
• Hot spring waters with temperatures ranging from 45 to 90 degrees.

Getting there

• Buses run from Minami-Otari Station directly to the hot spring.
• The drive from Itoigawa Interchange takes approximately fifty minutes.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.