Itinerary

Owani Onsen is famous for its thick and mild hot spring water, which was referred to as “Gyoji,” exceptional above Yokozuna, in the national hot spring ranking system during the Edo period (1603-1868).

It is only a 5-minute taxi ride from the Owani Onsen station.

At KAI, we offer “KAI Hot Spring Healing,” an authentic hot spring cure experience based on the efficacy and quality of the water at the hot springs.

Take a time to relax with with a drink in your room.

On several occasions, our “Yumori of KAI” -Hot Spring Concierge- at KAI will explain the history of the hot spring as well as its spring qualities and effective ways to bathe.

Wrap your bathing kit in a Furoshiki, a traditional wrapping cloth, and off to the hot springs. Experience a luxurious bath while appreciating the seasonal view of the garden.

The scenery of the space changes from season to season. While admiring the traditional crafts, your body, warmed by the hot spring, begins to cool off.

Each dish is carefully prepared with a respect for the food culture of Tsugaru. They pair perfectly with Aomori’s local sake.

Experience a live performance of Tsugaru Shamisen. Enjoy the powerful and vivid sound that resonates in your body and mind.

The breathing exercises in the “KAI Hot Spring Healing” Guidebook lets you calm down.

Ginger tea with black vinegar and brown sugar relieves your fatigue and regulates your body temperature. It gradually prepares your body and mind for a relaxing and peaceful sleep.

A soft, cloud-like mattress provides you the most comfortable sleep while supporting your body at its core. Smooth sheets and pillowcases invite you to heavenly sleep.

It is an exercise to relax your body while appreciating each season of Tsugaru, such as adopting a movement to shovel snow in winters.

At KAI, we offer a “Local Breakfast” using ingredients and cooking methods that reflect the local culture. It is a Japanese-style set meal with a local dish, “Kaiyaki Miso” (miso grilled on a shell).

Try walking with large strides while consciously “inhaling through the nose and exhaling through the mouth.” A course map is available with routes that you can walk lightly for about an hour.

Try our breathing techniques to enhance the effects of the hot spring or enjoy the local beverages after bathing.

Panels on the display introduce the mechanism of hot springs, the history of hot spring cures, and the descriptions of the spring qualities. It is also a great way to review hot spring etiquette and manners.

With our inn as a base, explore surrounding areas such as Hirosaki and the Shirakami Mountains.

You can also enjoy “Tsugaru Koginzashi workshop,” for making paper bookmarks, where you can try your hand at the traditional craft of “Tsugaru Kogin-zashi.”

Relaxing your body in the evening helps with digestion for dinner.

Savor early dinner with special Kaiseki cuisine featuring the best of Aomori’s seasonal delicacies, such as the finest tuna “Oma Tuna.”

To enjoy a long, peaceful night, we offer a “Stitch-As-You-Like Kit,” which allows you to fully experience Tsugaru Kogin-zashi.

Our “Original Exercise” features unique movements that incorporate the local histories and tourism resources. It improves your blood flow, especially when coupled with bathing in hot springs.

The morning sun shines through the main bathhouse, creating a different atmosphere than daytime or nighttime. From autumn to spring, you can also enjoy apple baths.

Off to the dining area to satisfy your stomach.

Enjoy a stroll around KAI Tsugaru surrounded by apple orchards and parks.

We offer delicious coffee along with books and stories about the history, culture, nature, and crafts of the area.

Our shop has a wide selection of local treats and folk crafts for you to take home.

The check-out is until noon. When you leave the inn, you are refreshed and fully charged.