YUZAWA / WINTER JOURNAL

Naeba Onsen Yukisasa no Yu

Enjoy the brown hot water both indoors and outdoors. On the way back from Naeba, we stop at a hot spring fed directly from the source.

Onsen Yukisasa No Yu — bath
Onsen Yukisasa No Yu — bath
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01 / TRAVEL NOTES

Recognise Yukisasa no Yu by its richly coloured water

Yukisasa no Yu uses brown cloudy water flowing directly from the source in both the indoor and outdoor baths. Officially, the water is said to be hot enough to dye your towels, so it will be easier to handle if you prepare travel towels that you don't mind getting colored.

On the days when you take a bath after you finish skiing, change your clothes and get ready to go home in one schedule. Don't make a decision just based on the photo of the bathtub; check the facility's operating information before deciding when to stop by.

02 / TRAVEL NOTES

A bath on the way back from Naeba

The location is along National Route 17 in the Naeba area. The hot springs are not in the hotel's in-house bath or directly connected to the ski slopes, so you will have to travel from the ski resort. Whether you are returning by car or returning to the station, please plan your departure after bathing in advance.

This facility's opening hours change depending on the season and events. If you plan to use the cafeteria, be sure to check the meal service times and make sure you plan to be able to bathe and eat at the same time.

03 / TRAVEL NOTES

Bring dry clothes for after the bath

  • Considering the dark color of the water, prepare a towel and a change of clothes.
  • Officially confirm seasonal opening days, last reception, and cafeteria opening hours.
  • If using a bus, check the bus stop and return trip, and if using a car, check the winter road conditions.
04 / TRAVEL NOTES

Stay overnight in Naeba

Naeba Prince Hotel buildings beside the slopes in winter. This photograph does not establish a room category or current snow conditions. Photography date unverified.
Naeba Prince Hotel buildings beside the slopes in winter. This photograph does not establish a room category or current snow conditions. Photography date unverified.
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01 / STAY

Naeba Prince Hotel

Consecutive days skiing Naeba, with time for hotel meals and bathing.

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Winter slopes at Naeba Ski Resort.
Winter slopes at Naeba Ski Resort.
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02 / RESORT

Naeba Ski Resort

Hotels face the slopes at Naeba, making room breaks part of a day on the mountain.

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Whistler Cafe — venue photograph
Whistler Cafe — venue photograph
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03 / FOOD

Canadian Dining Whistler Café

Take a break at the dome in the ski area.

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Facts checked: 3 October 2026 · Check current opening, rates and transport with the operator before booking.

Sources

yukisasa.net · 10 October 2026