Welcome to Kanzanso. We are an onsen ryokan located in a quiet Oigami hot spring village in Gunma Prefecture.
Oigami area is surrounded by mountains and a river. Fukiware-no-taki Falls (a natural treasure) is close from our place.
Come enjoy the great nature of Gunma and feel the nostalgia of the Oigami hot spring village.

"Kanzanso" was established in 1963 in a hot spring area called Oigami Onsen, as a small but cozy onsen ryokan (hot spring inn) with just 15 guest rooms to accommodate 60 guests. Oigami Onsen, the hot spring of beauty, is located in Gunma prefecture and known to produce beautiful skin.

Oigami Onsen
Flourishing since the Meiji era as an area of therapeutic baths, it is an unchanged onsen village lined with 19 ryokans, each of which is found along the Katashinagawa River. It is a hot spring area with history and full of natural beauty, distinguishing itself from large onsen villages that are more likely to be called tourist spots.

approximately 10 minutes away by car from Fukiware-no-taki Falls (a natural treasure), otherwise known as the “Niagara Falls of the East”. It is situated on a hill in Oigami Onsen village. You will witness the marvelous “ice sculpture” of Fukiware-no-taki Falls from end January to end February. Enjoy the natural art that is in view only during this period of the year.

 

We take pride in our roten buro with a magnificent view of the mountain ranges that spread across to Oze. Surrounded by the mountains, the hot water bath that overlooks the Oigami Stream is just spectacular.
The large public bath with a large window that allows for fresh sunlight is also available. Both baths are perfect to enjoy Oigami Onsen’s nature. Our ryokan is praised for its “Japanese Joshuji Meal” featuring seasonal delicacies of the region. What is Joshu beef and kuwagata-yaki (grilled dish) of seasonal vegetables? The grilled dish goes back to the olden days of the Oigami Onsen region, to a time when farmers used to grill vegetables and fish on their “kuwa” (spade). Have your tender Joshu beef grilled to fit your palate.

 

The best time for enjoying Oigami Onsen in autumn is from mid to end October. Be overwhelmed by the beauty of the area surrounded by the splendid waterfall and the red and yellow colored leaves.

In 1973, it was incorporated as "Oigami Onsen KANXANSOU " and transformed itself into a five-storey building that was built on the adjoining site. The expansion of the hotel proceeded to the end of the same year. In 2000, the former “Kanzanso” logo was brought back to life along with the remodeling of the hotel. Today, it cherishes the spirit, the key to establishment, of “offering the hospitality and the simplicity of an onsen ryokan situated in mountains richly endowed with nature“.
Finally, in 2005, the partial remodeling of guest rooms is now underway, including the renovation of a royal suite and 6 guest rooms on the top floor, each with a fine view and roten buro (outdoor bath).
A barrier-free roten buro will also be available for private use. It is due for completion in June 2006.
 

Fukiware-no-taki Falls -- You will witness the marvelous “ice sculpture” of Fukiware-no-taki Falls from end January to end February. Enjoy the natural art that is in view only during this period of the year.
"Asaichi" Morning Market -- A variety of items including agricultural produce and handmade craft are available at “Oigami Onsen’s early morning market” which is said to be Kanto region’s number one market. Open from April to October each year. (6:30AM-7:30AM)
Fireflies -- In the Oigami Onsen area from mid June to early July each year, be entertained by the magical world of fantasy created by the wildly dancing fireflies.
Local Skunk cabbages -- Every year at the end of April through May, watch the illumination of the homeland of Japanese skunk cabbages, located in the Koshimoto region of Katashinamura. Enjoy the magical cabbages without having to go all the way to Oze.
Katashina River -- You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the nearby Katashinagawa River that portrays different beauties during each of the four seasons. Feel the nostalgia of an onsen village, through a scene where the nightfall and lights of the inns waver on the surface of the water.
Oze -- Oze’s autumn can be enjoyed in early October each year. Experience the splendor of the orange colored grasses and leaves in Oze’s clear air. It takes about 45min by car, then 20min by microbus. In Oze, Japanese skunk cabbages (mizubasho) bloom in spring and summer is filled with lilies of the region (nikkokisuge). Mountain climbing can be enjoyed during mid May to early October each year.
Numata Apples -- Numata, surrounded by 3 mountains, is blessed with nature, where 61% of the land is covered by forests and isolated wilderness. It is also the point from which a road leads the way to Oigami Onsen. Apples from Numata which are collected from more than 100 apple orchards in the city are simply exquisite. Experience the pleasures of Numata throughout the whole year, through the Numata-jyo Castle’s cherry blossoms in spring, the summertime Tamabara-kogen Plateau, the apple orchards in autumn, and the dining and shopping for souvenirs after skiing in winter.

The nearest train station is Numata Station (JR Joetsu Line) or Jomo-kogen Station (Shinkansen). Departs at 2:10PM everyday. Reservations required until one day before your stay.

There is one or two public buses bound for Oigami Onsen within an hour. 35 minutes by bus from JR Numata Station and 1 minute walk from Oigami Onsen Bus Stop. If you come by car, the nearest national route is National Road #120. Use Kan-etsu Expressway and get off at Numata Interchange. We are about 18km away from the interchange.

378-0322
612, oigami, tone-machi, Numata-shi, Gunma
Telephone 0278 (56) 2323 Fax 0278 (56) 3450
Check-in: from 15:00 Check-out: until 10:00