Kitagawamura Onsen Yuzu no Yado

Set along the Nahari River in Kitagawa Village, one of Japan's leading producers of yuzu citrus, this is a single secluded inn. Wrapped in the quiet of a mountain hamlet also known for its Monet-inspired garden, it lets you relax to the murmur of the mountain stream.

Highlights

The open-air bath looks out over the clear waters of the Nahari River and mountain greenery that shifts with the seasons. Around the winter solstice, a yuzu bath scattered with the local fruit appears, filling the air with a refreshing citrus fragrance.

Enjoying the Seasons

Fresh green in spring, river play in summer, and autumn foliage let you feel the passing seasons up close in this mountain setting. From late autumn into winter, the whole village turns yuzu yellow, and the harvest scenery becomes a sight in itself.

Access and Basic Information

The inn is located in Kojima, Kitagawa Village, Aki District, Kochi Prefecture. It is about ninety minutes by car from central Kochi, or roughly fifteen minutes by car from Nahari Station on the Tosa Kuroshio Railway. Day-use bathing is available.

A Quick Tip

Pair your visit with the nearby Monet's Garden Marmottan. Picking up the village's prized yuzu products at the shop makes for a fine souvenir to take home.