Noboribetsu Onsen Dai-ichi Takimotokan
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Rakuten Travel rating 4.56 out of 5 (3,517 reviews). A long-established, exceptionally large hot-spring inn said to be the origin of Noboribetsu Onsen, where guests can enjoy half of the ten types of spring water found in Japan across a large onsen with about 35 tubs. Families with children are drawn by the hot-spring pool they can enjoy together in swimwear and the game corner, as well as the buffet and Japanese kaiseki course showcasing the flavors of Hokkaido, with vegetarian menus and allergy accommodation in place.
Kids Facilities
Hot-spring pool to enjoy in swimwear
Hot-spring pool to enjoy in swimwear
There is a hot-spring pool the whole family can enjoy together in swimwear, so you can enjoy the feel of water play alongside your youngest children. Being able to swim as well as soak at a hot-spring inn keeps children happily occupied.
- •A hot-spring pool the whole family can enjoy together in swimwear
- •The feel of water play at a hot-spring inn
Large onsen with about 35 tubs
Large onsen with about 35 tubs
Half of the ten types of spring water found in Japan can be enjoyed across about 35 tubs in the vast communal bath overlooking Jigokudani (Hell Valley). Simply making your way from tub to tub can fill a day, and the whole family can enjoy Noboribetsu's celebrated waters.
- •A large onsen with about 35 tubs
- •Half of the ten types of spring water found in Japan
- •A communal bath overlooking Jigokudani (Hell Valley)
- •Whether infants bathe is left to the judgment of their parent or guardian.
Buffet of Hokkaido flavors
Buffet of Hokkaido flavors
Buffet dining showcasing the flavors of Hokkaido and a Japanese kaiseki course are both available. Children can pick what they like at the buffet, and vegetarian menus and allergy accommodation mean the whole family can eat with peace of mind.
- •Buffet dining with the flavors of Hokkaido
- •A Japanese kaiseki course can be chosen instead
- •Vegetarian menus and allergy accommodation
- •For food allergies, the menu can be changed for the Japanese kaiseki course and the children's set meal, so please provide the details in advance.
Game corner
Game corner
There is a game corner on the property where you can have fun with your children between baths and meals. Combined with bath-hopping around the sprawling building, it keeps children from getting bored.
- •A game corner on the property
- •A place to play between baths
Crib
Crib
A crib is available.
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Overview
Noboribetsu Onsen Dai-ichi Takimotokan is a long-established, exceptionally large hot-spring inn said to be the origin of Noboribetsu Onsen. Its greatest draw is a vast onsen with about 35 tubs overlooking Jigokudani (Hell Valley), where guests can experience half of the ten types of spring water found in Japan in one place. There is also a hot-spring pool the whole family can enjoy in swimwear and a game corner, so children never run out of things to do. Meals are served as a buffet showcasing the flavors of Hokkaido or as a Japanese kaiseki course, with vegetarian menus and allergy accommodation available. The sprawling property offers a wide variety of guest rooms, making it a place where the whole family can enjoy Noboribetsu Onsen together.
Noboribetsu Onsen Dai-ichi Takimotokan is a long-established, exceptionally large hot-spring inn in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido, said to be the origin of Noboribetsu Onsen.
A Large Onsen with About 35 Tubs
Dai-ichi Takimotokan takes pride in letting guests enjoy half of the ten types of spring water found in Japan all at once. About 35 tubs line the vast communal bath overlooking Jigokudani (Hell Valley), and simply working your way from bath to bath can fill an entire day.
Hot-Spring Pool in Swimwear and a Game Corner
There is a hot-spring pool the whole family can enjoy together in swimwear, so you can enjoy the feel of water play together with your youngest children. The property also has a game corner, giving children something to do between soaks and meals.
Hokkaido Flavors and Guest Rooms
Meals are served as buffet dining showcasing the flavors of Hokkaido or as a Japanese kaiseki course. Vegetarian menus and allergy accommodation are available, so the whole family can eat with peace of mind. The sprawling property has a wide variety of guest rooms where families can settle in and relax.
Access and Please Note
It is about 15 minutes from JR Noboribetsu Station on the bus bound for Noboribetsu Onsen, and about 60 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport. The inn usually closes for a few days of maintenance in early spring, so please check with the inn for opening status for the dates you plan to visit.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 55 Noboribetsu Onsen-cho, Noboribetsu-shi, Hokkaido 059-0551 |
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| directions_carAccess | About 15 minutes from JR Noboribetsu Station on the bus bound for Noboribetsu Onsen, and about 60 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport. |
| trainNearest station | Noboribetsu Station |
| local_parkingParking | Free parking is available. |
| callPhone | +81-143-84-2111 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UC, DC, NICOS, OMC, Bank Card, UFJ Card, Mastercard, Discover, Saison, AEON, JACCS, APLUS, CF, LIFE, ORICO, TOP, View, West, Daimaru, Takashimaya, Rakuten Card, ANA, JAL |
| languageOfficial site | https://takimotokan.co.jp/open_in_new |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is Noboribetsu Onsen Dai-ichi Takimotokan best suited to?
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It has facilities that work especially well for babies and toddlers (ages 0 to 2) and children aged 3 and over. There is no age limit, and families with children of any age can stay.
Does Noboribetsu Onsen Dai-ichi Takimotokan have baby beds?
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Baby beds are available to rent. See the Kids Facilities section on this page for details.
Is there parking at Noboribetsu Onsen Dai-ichi Takimotokan?
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Parking: Free parking is available.
How do you get to Noboribetsu Onsen Dai-ichi Takimotokan?
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About 15 minutes from JR Noboribetsu Station on the bus bound for Noboribetsu Onsen, and about 60 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport.
We have an infant - can they go into the onsen?
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The decision is left to the parent or guardian. As general guidance, it is considered safer from around 7 months, once a baby can sit up; a doctor should have confirmed there are no health concerns, and you should choose a gentler bath. Be sure to have your child drink enough fluids after bathing.
Can children who are not yet out of diapers use the pool?
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The pool, where swimwear is required, along with the jacuzzi inside the pool facility and the open-air jacuzzi next to the pool, can be enjoyed together by everyone regardless of gender. The open-air jacuzzi is closed in winter, from early November until the snow melts around April. Whether children who are not yet out of diapers may use these areas is not stated, so please confirm with the inn.
Are there facilities on the property where children can play?
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There are 40 pieces of play and game equipment that everyone from children to adults can enjoy, and table tennis equipment is also available to borrow, so families and groups can have a good time together.
How do co-sleeping and infant rates work?
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Infants and toddlers who co-sleep without meals or bedding stay free. Rates differ depending on whether meals and bedding are included and also vary by plan. The number of meals for children follows the meal conditions of the plan.
Are there guest rooms with an open-air bath?
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There are 6 special rooms in the West Building with an open-air bath fed by free-flowing saline spring water. Jigokudani (Hell Valley) lies right in front of you, so you can take in Noboribetsu Onsen to the fullest.
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