As we approach the end of autumn and temperatures cool in Hokkaido and Japan, it’s an ideal time to explore the wide range of Niseko onsens, as the contrast between the warmth of the hot springs and the crisp air is incredibly refreshing. With fewer tourists and breathtaking foliage, November offers a serene setting to enjoy the soothing hot springs. At Miru Niseko, we provide the Yumeguri or Hot Springs Pass, granting convenient access to some of Niseko’s finest onsens. Here are three standout onsens you can enjoy with the Yumeguri Pass.

Yukichichibu Onsen

Images taken from Powder Life magazine

Yukichichibu Onsen, a cherished traveller’s haven, offers splendid vistas and natural hot springs. After a 2015 renovation, it now boasts seven diverse outdoor bathing pools, including a unique women’s mud bath which contains high-sulphur and iron-rich waters. Nestled near Otama Numa marshland, the onsen lets you stroll along enchanting steam-filled landscapes when snow hasn’t yet blanketed the region. Local onsen expert Tsutomu Sato praises the rarity of its sulphur water and mineral-rich mud, known for soothing aches and pains and leaving skin silky. Despite the initial sulphur scent, this serene and intimate onsen rejuvenates both body and skin.

Niseko Kiranoyu Onsen

Images taken from Kiranoyu Onsen’s official website

Refurbished in December 2019, Niseko Kiranoyu Onsen is a celebrated local gem with modern industrial design featuring concrete, wood, and dark-tiled baths. This well-maintained onsen offers a user-friendly electronic ticket machine that supports multiple languages. Within the hotel, two distinct types of bathhouses are available: a Japanese-style large public bath featuring a cypress bath and an open-air rock bath, and a Western-style large bath equipped with a Jacuzzi and a granite tile open-air bath. You can relish both of these options. Furthermore, apart from the bathhouses, the hotel also offers services from a chiropractor, a cold bath, and a dry sauna, ensuring you to have an enjoyable experience.. 

This neighbourhood treasure welcomes both men and women and hosts family-friendly events year-round as well as limited-time promotions such as red wine and medicine baths. Kiranoyu Onsen is located just across Niseko Town’s train station, and admission is ¥600 for adults and ¥250 for children aged 7-15, with an option for a private onsen experience priced at ¥1,200.

Iwanai Onsen Okaerinasai

Images taken from Iwanai Okaeri official website

In the heart of the region lies Iwanai Onsen Okaerinasai, a tranquil hot springs inn. This establishment offers guests an indoor bath with a ceaseless flow of natural spring water. As visitors immerse themselves, they are treated to a captivating view through floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the beauty of Iwanai Port accentuated by the season’s mesmerising autumn colours. The bathhouse, adorned with natural wood, radiates warmth and authenticity. The onsen’s warm water soothes and rejuvenates, serving as an ideal sanctuary for those seeking relaxation. As evening descends, these panoramic windows grant a breathtaking view of Iwanai’s skyline and the expansive Sea of Japan where guests can unwind and watch nature’s majesty unfold.

As autumn’s last leaves fall and Niseko prepares for winter’s embrace, the allure of its onsens becomes even more irresistible. Each hot spring mentioned is a testament to the region’s rich heritage and the natural wonders it cradles.

To bask in these therapeutic waters, the Yumeguri Pass is your key to a rejuvenating journey. Here at Miru Niseko, we invite you to embrace these soothing sanctuaries, letting the harmony of hot springs and nature’s tapestry mend both body and spirit. As the Japanese say, “Onsen tamago,” or “hot spring egg,” referring to something improved by a warm soak – may your soul, too, find enhancement in Niseko’s waters.