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After enjoying skiing and snowboarding in the Echigo Yuzawa area, including GALA Yuzawa, Yuzawa Kogen, Ishiuchi Maruyama, and Kandatsu Snow Resort, you'll want to relax and unwind in a hot spring. In fact, there are several traditional public bathhouses within walking distance of Echigo Yuzawa Station.
This article compiles a list of day-trip hot springs within walking distance of Echigo-Yuzawa Station, as well as those located within ski resorts and the station itself. Consider planning a relaxing soak before catching the Shinkansen to cap off your day of skiing.
Echigo Yuzawa Onsen is dotted with traditional day-trip bathing facilities known as "community baths," which are also used by locals. Some of these facilities are just a few minutes' walk from the station, making them convenient for a quick dip while waiting for the Shinkansen or as a final stop after a day of skiing without an overnight stay.
This public bath is located in the arcade street (Gangi-dori) about a 3-minute walk from the east exit of Echigo-Yuzawa Station. The hot spring is said to have sprung forth following a divine message from the local guardian deity, and is characterized by its abundant water volume and high source temperature, allowing for a constant supply of fresh hot spring water to be poured into the baths without heating.
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| access | Approximately 3 minutes on foot from the east exit of Echigo-Yuzawa Station. |
| Opening hours | 13:00 - 22:00 (Last entry 21:30) |
| Closed on | Wednesday, third Tuesday |
| Fee | Adults 400 yen, children 200 yen |
This is said to be the oldest public bathhouse in Echigo Yuzawa. It is located near the inn where the novel "Snow Country" was written, and it is said that the author, Yasunari Kawabata, himself used it. The bath is small, but that only adds to the atmosphere of this historic hot spring town.
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| access | Approximately 20 minutes on foot from Echigo-Yuzawa Station |
| Opening hours | 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Last entry 8:30 PM) |
| Closed on | Tuesday (Substitute days apply on public holidays, New Year's holidays, and Obon period) |
| Fee | Adults 500 yen, children 250 yen |
This public bathhouse takes its name from Komako, the heroine of the novel "Snow Country." It has a bath that can accommodate about 15 people and a washing area with partitions. There is also an exhibition corner inside the building related to "Snow Country." It's a bit of a distance from the station, but it's worth visiting as a place associated with literature.
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| access | 15-20 minute walk from Echigo-Yuzawa Station |
| Opening hours | 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM (Closing time: 9:00 PM) |
| Closed on | Thursday (with alternative days off if it's a public holiday) |
| Fee | Adults 850 yen, children 250 yen (prices after October 2025 revision) |
In addition to public bathhouses, some hotels within walking distance of the station also offer day-use bathing. A key feature is the spacious baths and open-air baths that are unique to hotels.
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| access | Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Echigo-Yuzawa Station |
| Opening hours | Winter season: 15:00-18:00, Green season: 15:00-20:00 (hours may be shorter on busy days) |
| Fee | Adults (elementary school age and older): 1,320 yen, preschool children: free (includes face towel rental) |
This hot spring, said to have been discovered at the end of the Heian period, boasts abundant, free-flowing spring water. It also features an open-air bath. Since priority is given to overnight guests, it is recommended to call ahead to confirm availability if you plan to visit for a day trip.
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| access | A 7-10 minute walk from Echigo-Yuzawa Station (free shuttle service available from the west exit of the station; reservations required). |
| Opening hours | Winter season (mid-December to late March): Weekdays 15:00-21:00, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays 15:00-16:00 and 18:30-21:00 |
| Fee | Adults 1,650 yen, elementary school students 770 yen, infants free (plus a separate bathing tax of 150 yen) |
This hot spring boasts a slightly alkaline water and is famous for its open-air bath featuring large rocks. Please note that the operating hours are divided into two shifts on weekends and holidays, so be sure to check the time before visiting.
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| access | Approximately 7 minutes on foot from Echigo-Yuzawa Station (Free shuttle bus available from the west exit of the station; no reservation required). |
| Opening hours | Green season: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Winter season (mid-December to March): 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Wednesdays only until 3:00 PM (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM is not the last entry time in any of these periods). |
| Fee | Adults 1,000 yen, elementary school students 500 yen, preschool children free |
This simple hot spring, known as the "beauty bath," has a source temperature of 57.9℃. It offers two types of large public baths—an open-air bath and a jacuzzi—which are available to men and women on alternating days. Children's chairs and toys are also provided, making it suitable for families.
Although it's a little distance from the station, there are hot spring facilities within the ski resort grounds that you can enter without having to travel anywhere else. The appeal is that you can head straight to the hot springs after skiing without having to change clothes.
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| access | GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort, 3rd floor (right next to GALA Yuzawa Station) |
| Opening hours | 12:00〜19:00 |
| Fee | Admission before 3 PM: Adults 1,200 yen, Children 700 yen / Admission from 3 PM to 7 PM: Adults 1,500 yen, Children 900 yen (Preschool children free) |
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| access | Inside Kandatsu Snow Resort "GROUND BASE" |
| Opening hours | During the winter season, opening hours vary depending on the day of the week (e.g., Monday to Thursday 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM). Please check the official website for the latest hours. |
| Fee | 2-hour pass: Adults/Seniors 1,300 yen, Elementary school students 600 yen (Some sources list it as 1,200 yen including sauna). |
The facility is equipped with a sauna, cold plunge pool, and open-air bath, making it ideal for those who want to warm up thoroughly after skiing or snowboarding.
Actually, there's a hot spring inside Echigo-Yuzawa Station. It's called "Sake Bath" and is attached to "Ponshu-kan." It costs 950 yen for adults, 400 yen for elementary school students, and is free for preschool children. It's open from 10:30 to 18:30 (last entry at 18:00). Being able to enjoy a hot spring without even leaving the station while waiting for your Shinkansen is a big draw. You can find more detailed information, including gourmet food, in our Echigo-Yuzawa Station Gourmet & Souvenir Guide.
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| Mountain Hot Spring | Approximately 2 minutes on foot from the station | 500 yen |
| Egami Onsen Bathhouse | 3-minute walk from the station | 400 yen |
| Komako no Yu | 15-20 minute walk from the station | 850 yen |
| Sakura-tei | Approximately 5 minutes on foot from the station | 1,320 yen |
| Yuzawa Toei Hotel | 7-10 minute walk from the station (free shuttle service available) | 1,650 yen |
| Yuzawa New Otani | Approximately 7 minutes on foot from the station (free shuttle service available). | 1,000 yen |
| Sake bath (Ponshu-kan) | inside the station | 950 yen |
| SPA Gala no Yu | GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort | From 1,200 yen |
| God's Bath & Sauna | Inside Kandatsu Snow Resort | 1,300 yen |
Around Echigo-Yuzawa Station, you'll find plenty of hot springs perfect for a day trip, from traditional public baths just a few minutes' walk away to hotel day spas and easily accessible hot springs within the ski resort and station. If you're short on time, there's the Egami Onsen Bathhouse and Yama-no-Yu, both just a 3-minute walk from the station. If you want to enjoy the area's literary significance, Komako-no-Yu is a good choice. For those who want to relax in a spacious bath or open-air bath, Sakura-tei, Yuzawa Toei Hotel, and Yuzawa New Otani are recommended. And if you want to warm up right after skiing, the hot springs within the ski resort are perfect.
