Plan ID

: 61563

[Akita, Ugo] Traditional Culture x Kura Sauna ~ Enjoy a 2-hour extraordinary experience in a private sauna in a 100-year-old storehouse ~

(Results comments・reviews)

Map / access information / Provide：盆宿Ｕ

Etc. included in the price

See more about pricing

Beginners welcome - First try
Empty-hands OK
Solo participant
Charter possible
Operate rain or shine
Children welcome
Indoor

Possible number of bookings

1～1
Participating age

5Age ～ 70 Age
Duration

2～3 hours

Plan description

Located within Bonshuku U, a cultural exchange facility with a Nishimonai Bon Odori theme that opened in April 2025 in Ugo Town, Akita Prefecture, this Finnish-style storehouse sauna was renovated from a former storage facility. It offers two types of saunas: a public sauna for men only, and a private sauna for both men and women. Experience the world of Nishimonai Bon Odori with these amenities: original sauna hats with a straw hat motif, indoor wear with an indigo-dyed yukata motif, sauna rooms with the music of the Nishimonai Bon Odori festival playing, and a free-flowing underground water bath, the same water used to brew the famous sake "Wakagaeri" served to dancers during the festival.

Private sauna (men and women available, 2-hour limit)

This private Finnish-style sauna (maximum 6 people, suitable for both men and women) is housed in a renovated storehouse that is over 100 years old. It features a sauna where you can do self-loyly, a cold bath with soft underground water (flowing from the ground), and an open-air bathing space. In winter, you can even enjoy snow diving. After your bath, relax in the lounge or cafe and bar. Self-loyly (aromatherapy available), cold bath (temperature varies depending on the season; 8-14°C), shower, open-air bathing, water cooler (detox water), 5 infinity chairs, photography allowed. ■Amenities■ Free rental: bath towels, face towels, sauna mats, original indoor wear. Basic amenities: shampoo, conditioner, body soap, cleanser, facial cleanser, lotion, moisturizing gel, hair dryer, hairbrush, cotton swabs, cotton balls, razors. Paid rental: swimsuits, original sauna hats (500 yen each).

Select your preferred day

Selectable starting time： 09:30 13:00 16:00 19:00

Loading calendar info

Calendar info reloading failed

Immediate booking OK!
Reception closed
Not accepted
Request booking

※ For request booking you will receive acceptance notice from Activity Provider.

Types of online payment：

on-site payment

Supported language: English

About fees

Basic fee

Optional fee

※The list price includes tax.
※The above price is a basic fee.
※Fees may vary depending on schedule, please check the fee displayed after selecting the date.

Included in price
Not included in price

Payment methods	Online payment on-site payment
Display of the Specified Commercial Transactions Act	Display of the Specified Commercial Transactions Act
Reservation cancellation fee generation date	Cancellation fee will be charged from 1 days before the event date.
About cancellation	In case of cancellation due to customer convenience less Please note that you will be charged a cancellation fee. The day before: 50%On the day: 100%cancelled without notice: 100%
About event termination

Detailed information of this plan

Required minimum number of participants	1 Person(s)
Possible number of bookings	1～1
About duration	2～3 hours 120 minutes
Operating period	All-year-round
Assembly time	Please arrive 5 minutes before the activity start time.
Booking deadline	until 20:59 the day before

Changing room		Toilet
Shower		Parking
Locker

Dress code - Must bring items	Swimsuit (rental available)
About rental items	・Free rentals: bath towels, face towels, sauna mats, sauna wear ・Basic amenities: shampoo, conditioner, body soap, facial cleanser, lotion, moisturizing gel, makeup remover, hair dryer, hairbrush, cotton swabs, cotton pads, razors ・Paid rentals: swimsuits, original sauna hats, sauna wear (500 yen each)

Matters require attention	・Our sauna requires a reservation. Walk-ins are not accepted, so please make your reservation in advance. ・Use time includes time outside the sauna. Please use the sauna within your reserved time, including time for changing and preparation. ・Even if you are late for your reservation, your use will be limited to the time frame of your reservation. (For example, if you are 30 minutes late for a reservation between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, you will still be able to use the sauna until 3:00 PM.) ・Drinking, smoking, and eating are prohibited in the sauna area. Please follow these rules to ensure a comfortable experience. ・Bathing in underwear is prohibited. Please be sure to wear a swimsuit. ・While you may enjoy self-loyly, please refrain from pouring large amounts of water at once, as this may damage the sauna stove. ・Please handle the equipment and fixtures in the sauna area with care, as you may be responsible for repair costs if damaged. ・Please refrain from using the sauna if you are unwell or extremely intoxicated. ・If you fail to follow these rules, you may be asked to leave. Please note that no refunds will be given in such cases.

Matters require attention

・Our sauna requires a reservation. Walk-ins are not accepted, so please make your reservation in advance. ・Use time includes time outside the sauna. Please use the sauna within your reserved time, including time for changing and preparation. ・Even if you are late for your reservation, your use will be limited to the time frame of your reservation. (For example, if you are 30 minutes late for a reservation between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, you will still be able to use the sauna until 3:00 PM.) ・Drinking, smoking, and eating are prohibited in the sauna area. Please follow these rules to ensure a comfortable experience. ・Bathing in underwear is prohibited. Please be sure to wear a swimsuit. ・While you may enjoy self-loyly, please refrain from pouring large amounts of water at once, as this may damage the sauna stove. ・Please handle the equipment and fixtures in the sauna area with care, as you may be responsible for repair costs if damaged. ・Please refrain from using the sauna if you are unwell or extremely intoxicated. ・If you fail to follow these rules, you may be asked to leave. Please note that no refunds will be given in such cases.

Plan attractions

プランの魅力 A sauna in a storehouse that is over 100 years old の画像

A sauna in a storehouse that is over 100 years old A 100-year-old storehouse that was once used as a storage facility has been renovated into a sauna.

プランの魅力 Finnish sauna with self-loyly function の画像

Finnish sauna with self-loyly function In the sauna room, where the music of the Nishimonai Bon Odori festival is playing, you can also enjoy self-louvering with aromatic water.

Groundwater bath A free-flowing underground water bath that was also used for sake brewing at the "Wakagaeri" sake brewery, which was once run by a branch family.

Outdoor bathing space Infinity chairs are available in the outdoor bathing space.

Detox Water Detox water provided in the sauna

Sauna entrance The sauna uses old family furnishings throughout, including a noren curtain with the family crest and shop name at the entrance.

Original sauna hat An original sauna hat with a motif of the straw hat worn by the Nishimonai Bon Odori dance.

Access - Map

47 Nishimonaihonmachi, Ugo-machi, Ogachi-gun, Akita Prefecture

See on Google Map

Assembly point

Bonjuku U

If you arrive by car

・15 minutes by car from Yuzawa IC ・50 minutes by car from JR Akita Shinkansen Omagari Station ・1 hour 10 minutes by car from Akita Airport Parking: 14 spaces, large buses: allowed

If you arrive by train

・15 minutes by car from Yuzawa Station on the JR Ou Main Line (taxi and local buses are also available)

If you arrive by other means of transportation

・2 hours and 20 minutes by car from Sendai Miyagi IC via the Tohoku Expressway and Akita Expressway ・2 hours by car from Yamagata Chuo IC via the Tohoku Chuo Expressway ・1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Morioka IC via the Tohoku Expressway and Akita Expressway ・1 hour and 10 minutes by car from Akita Chuo IC via the Akita Expressway