Washintei

【Purifying the heart, self-springing spiritual spring】 Encounter the dialogue with the earth at Nigi Onsen 'Senshin-tei'

Nestled against the cliffs of the Nigi Valley in the innermost part of Tenei Village, 'Senshin-tei' is a prestigious inn that truly deserves to be called 'the hidden hot spring among hidden hot springs' within the long history of Nigi Onsen dating back to the Heian period. As the name suggests, a pure silence flows here, washing away the noise of everyday life and the sediment of the heart, allowing you to regain your true self.

■ Surrender to the miracle of 'self-springing at your feet'

The pride of Senshin-tei lies in the ability to enjoy the untouched, freshly born hot spring as it is.

• Life springing from the rocks: A bathtub that utilizes the natural rock surface as it is. From beneath your feet, the self-springing hot spring bubbles up quietly yet powerfully. The experience of being enveloped in pure water before it touches the air is an unparalleled luxury, allowing you to feel the heartbeat of the earth on your skin.
• With the melody of the stream: The murmuring of the Nigi River flowing below and the sound of the wind rustling the trees. The moment spent soaking in the hot spring as part of nature sharpens the five senses and liberates the mind and body from within.

■ Marking the era, a simple yet luxurious rest

The interior, free from excessive decoration, is filled with the warmth of wood and the kindness that has healed travelers for generations.

• Experience the tranquility: At night, stars twinkle in the pitch-black darkness, and in the morning, deep green light pours in. Just being there seems to align the heart, preserving the ancient Japanese form of rest.

Beyond 1,200 years, the hopeful spring continues to flow at an unchanged temperature. Once you step inside, you have entered another world. Why not embark on a blissful journey that truly 'washes the heart'?