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Utland Himegami [Himegami Onsen]

Morioka City

Central Iwate

Other

    This hot spring facility is popular for its open-air bath with a spectacular view of Mt. Iwate to the west and Mt. Himekami to the east.
    There is also a barbecue site where you can enjoy without bringing anything, a food workshop where you can tour and experience, and a farm-direct facility.
    For accommodation, we offer Japanese meals made with local ingredients, as well as daily set meals for business guests.
    There is also a local food corner (snack cafe).

    Location
    893-11 Shimoda Ikude, Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture 028-4134
    Closed
    None (However, there may be temporary closures due to maintenance)
    Inquiries
    Contact name: Utland Himegami
    Phone number 019-683-3215
    FAX number 019-683-3260
    Website
    http://yutoland-himekami.com/Open in new tab
    Other
    Day trip bath

    10:00-22:00 (Reception until 21:00)

    Adults 600 yen, elementary school students 300 yen
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