Sasagaoka-so Hotel
Sasagaoka-so is surrounded by pristine mountains and the crystal clear waters of the Chikusa River, where the natural beauty can be enjoyed throughout the year. Guests are treated to traditional Japanese kaiseki(seafood based) cuisine featuring different seasonal delicacies, including hot pot dishes in the winter. The hotel has baths made from the volcanic rocks of Mount Fuji, where guests can enjoy a soak in the region's mineral-rich natural hot springs. The hotel also offers a log house, where you can get a bit closer to nature and enjoy the natural refreshing fragrances of the wood as you relax.
DetailDetailed information
- Address
- 423-11 Enkoji, Sayo town
- Telephone Number
- 0790-88-0149
- Opening Hours
- Bathing 11:00-20:00 Restaurant 11:30-19:00
- Business Holidays
- New year holidays
- Related web sites
- https://www.town.sayo.lg.jp/cms-sypher/www/section/detail.jsp?id=75
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