🏨 Morioka Kankou Onsen Shion Hotel

The hot springs are located next to the dammed lake "Gosho Lake" along the Kitakami River and the Shizukuishi River. It is said to have been named because Minamoto no Yoshie tied his beloved horse to a rock while bathing here. The hot springs have a history of over 900 years since their opening. Just a 30-minute drive from Morioka City, it is a highly favored spot surrounded by beautiful nature, known as "Morioka Okuzashiki." Standing by the lakeside is the "Shion Hotel," a resort hotel where you can feel the luxurious Japanese atmosphere right from the high-ceilinged lobby. Each room offers a lake view, allowing guests to enjoy the spectacular beauty of Mount Iwate and the changing seasons of the surrounding nature. The hotel's own hot spring is known as "Bijin-yu" (Beauty Bath) and features various uniquely designed baths. There are two large bathing areas, including an outdoor bath with breathtaking views and an indoor bath, as well as an outdoor flowing bath designed based on the local traditional residence "Nanbu Kyuka." Additionally, the hotel's cuisine is highly praised, primarily using seafood from the Sanriku region, along with locally sourced beef and fresh vegetables.

A Japanese-style resort hotel located in "Morioka Okuzashiki" with hot springs. Enjoy the natural source hot springs known as "Bijin-yu" (beauty hot springs) in various outdoor baths. Each room offers a lake view, allowing guests to admire the enchanting scenery of the four seasons. A wide variety of local cuisine is provided, utilizing seasonal mountain and sea ingredients.