Overlooking the sky and the silvery white land! 5 hot spring inns in Hokkaido where you can enjoy the open-air snow view
The February 2026 issue of "Hokkaido Jalan" will be released on January 20th.
Hokkaido Jalan, a travel magazine published by Recruit Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Keiichi Ushida; hereinafter referred to as "Recruit"), will feature an article titled "14 Hot Spring Inns with Open-Air Snow Views Across Hokkaido" in its February 2026 issue (published on Tuesday, January 20, 2026). This letter will introduce five hot spring inns where you can enjoy spectacular views of the winter snow that will soothe your soul.
■Introducing an open-air garden with an open panoramic view of Hokkaido and trees and snow
When it comes to Hokkaido in winter, the most attractive feature is the breathtakingly beautiful snowy scenery that emerges from the bitter cold.
So, the editorial team at Hokkaido Jalan, who know Hokkaido inside and out, have carefully selected a list of hot spring inns with open-air snow views where you can relax in a warm bath and enjoy the fantastic winter scenery all to yourself.
In addition to the five facilities introduced this time, the February 2026 issue of Hokkaido Jalan also introduces budget-friendly accommodations and snow-viewing hot spring inns that have received high reviews on the accommodation booking website Jalan.net, so be sure to check them out.
[Higashikagura Town] Mori no Yu Hotel Hanakagura
The open-air observation bath, made using natural materials, offers a panoramic view of the four seasons of the majestic Daisetsuzan mountain range, and there is also an auto-loyly sauna. At this time of year, you can see the snow-capped Daisetsuzan mountain range from the open-air bath, and the winter landscape from the large windows of the large public bath. The spring quality is a hypotonic, weakly alkaline, low-temperature hot spring that is gentle on the skin, as well as high-temperature and low-temperature baths, and there are a variety of baths to choose from.
"Hokkaido Jalan: Top 5 Hot Spring Inns in Hokkaido Where You Can Enjoy Open-Air Baths Viewing the Snow"
[Chitose City] A hidden hot spring in the depths of Sapporo: Lakeside inn at Lake Shikotsu Marukoma Onsen Ryokan
This hot spring inn on the shores of Lake Shikotsu boasts 100% natural hot spring water. Its attractions include an open-air bath with a view of Lake Shikotsu and the winter scenery of the mountains (photo), and a natural open-air bath with a natural hot spring separated from the lake by rocks. In particular, the open-air bath with a view facing Lake Shikotsu allows you to enjoy the exceptional beauty of the sunrise directly in front of you. Come and soothe your body and mind with a hot spring cure while enjoying the spectacular scenery.
"Hokkaido Jalan: Top 5 Hot Spring Inns in Hokkaido Where You Can Enjoy Open-Air Baths Viewing the Snow"
[Sapporo City] Yumoto Shun no Onyado Matsunoyu
This long-established inn, founded in 1957, is popular for its open-air baths where you can hear the murmuring of the river, and for the in-room dinner and breakfast. The open-air baths offer an unobstructed view of the snow-capped winter mountains, and if you're lucky, you might even encounter a Hokkaido squirrel or a white-tailed eagle. The Toyohira River flows nearby, and on rare occasions, wild Hokkaido deer can be seen on the opposite bank. The hot spring is a naturally flowing simple sulfur spring that warms you from the inside out. Because the source water is low, it is boiled once and then diluted with the water to adjust the temperature to the appropriate level.
"Hokkaido Jalan: Top 5 Hot Spring Inns in Hokkaido Where You Can Enjoy Open-Air Baths Viewing the Snow"
[Hakodate City] Tabist Takeha Shinyatei
Founded in 1949, this traditional Japanese inn is built in the sukiya style. Men and women alternate days to enjoy the two different baths, the "Bamboo Forest Bath" (pictured) and the "Manyo no Yu" bath, paved with black silica. We especially recommend the "Bamboo Forest Bath" in winter, where the contrast between the illuminated bamboo forest and the snow is beautiful. The inn has a dry landscape garden, and is renowned for its comfortable Japanese-style setting and hospitality, including Japanese-style banquet dinners and incense burning throughout the building.
"Hokkaido Jalan: Top 5 Hot Spring Inns in Hokkaido Where You Can Enjoy Open-Air Baths Viewing the Snow"
[Nakashibetsu Town] Yuyado Daiichi
This long-established inn allows you to experience the great outdoors of eastern Hokkaido while listening to the sounds of wild birds. The hot springs have a hidden hot spring feel, and all of the baths are filled with 100% natural hot spring water. Located along a mountain stream, you can enjoy untouched nature, and if you're lucky, you might even spot a Blakiston's fish owl. The open-air bath is a mixed-gender bath by the river, and bathing suits are available for free rental. The three types of saunas for men and women are also popular.
"Hokkaido Jalan: Top 5 Hot Spring Inns in Hokkaido Where You Can Enjoy Open-Air Baths Viewing the Snow"
*The information provided is current as of December 25, 2025. Please check the website for the latest information before visiting.
■The article introduced this time will be published in the February 2026 issue of Hokkaido Jalan!
Media overview
38 easy drives with day trips to hot springs and lunch announced! 2026 ranking of popular hot springs under 1500 yen! 27 seafood gourmet + hot soup lunches, great value at popular restaurants! Lunch & takeout gourmet fair, along with hot springs and gourmet food! 16 carefully selected easy winter scenic drives, 14 hot spring inns with open-air snow views [all over Hokkaido]… This month is packed with seasonal information. Please take a look.
[Release date] January 20, 2026 (Tuesday) [Price] 400 yen (tax included)
[Sales] Bookstores in Hokkaido and Aomori, convenience stores in Hokkaido and Aomori, online stores, Hokkaido Dosanko Plaza, etc.
▶Recruit Co., Ltd.press release