Niki Onsen

【A timeless spiritual spring sleeping in the valley】 Encounter the ancient sanctuary at 'Nigi Onsen'

Nestled deep within the rich embrace of Mount Nigi in Tenei Village, 'Nigi Onsen' is said to have been opened in the mid-Heian period, and for over twelve hundred years, this spring has flowed continuously without ever drying up, embodying the very life force of the earth. In a deep forest where the noise of civilization cannot reach, the only sounds are the murmuring of the river and the calls of birds, making this place truly worthy of being called the 'ultimate hidden retreat' left in modern times.

■ Connecting with the earth, the mystical 'natural spring'

The essence of Nigi Onsen lies in its 'naturally flowing' water that springs directly from the ground beneath your feet.

• Experience the living water: The freshly bubbling hot spring that rises between the rocks. If you immerse yourself in the pure water before it touches the air, you will feel the earth's heat permeate your body, slowly dissolving the stagnation of your mind and spirit.
• Refreshing your senses in the open-air stream: An outdoor bath that allows you to become one with the clear stream of the Nigi River flowing before you. Bathing while gazing at the changing beauty of the valley with snowy landscapes, fresh greenery, and autumn leaves is an irreplaceable luxurious time.

■ The 'pride of hidden hot springs' that gently envelops travelers

In this area, where accommodations of the 'Japan Hidden Hot Springs Preservation Society' are scattered, sincere hospitality devoid of extravagant decorations thrives.

• Enjoying the tranquility: At night, the starry sky pours down, and when you extinguish the lights, the boundary between darkness and the warmth of the water disappears.

Throughout its long history, many samurai and literati have healed their wounds and rejuvenated their spirits in this famous hot spring. Would you like to experience 'true rest' by leaning against the rock face that marks the passage of time and becoming one with the earth?