I visited the day trip bathing facility in Asahikawa Onsen in August 2022 and enjoyed it. The facility was clean and although not very spacious, there were few people so I could relax. The outdoor bath was hot. The indoor baths were warm and hot, with colorless transparent water and an herbal bath. Women's changing rooms are available and you can use your own hairdryer.

On August 11th, the first day of the Obon holiday. On the way back, captivated by the sea urchin and Shakotan Blue, I stopped by Asarigawa Onsen for a day trip bath to relax after a day of fun. It was 5:30 PM, a bit of an odd time, so it was not crowded. The hot spring was colorless and odorless, which left me feeling a bit unsatisfied, but the small outdoor bath allowed me to relax.

I visited this inn using GOTO Travel for the first time. The inn is known for its delicious cuisine, with a good balance of seafood and mountain dishes. However, the most delicious dish was the spicy miso with green chili peppers on rice! It was so tasty that I ended up having two extra helpings of rice. It was so good that I bought some to take home without hesitation. The breakfast was also enjoyable, with a variety of side dishes served on a tray. The room was clean and the hot spring was relaxing. Overall, it was a great experience!

If I were to take my father to a place for a one-night stay that is close by, I would choose Asari River Hot Spring. I made a reservation here considering the price, size, and food. I didn't have high expectations for the hot spring water itself, as long as the bath wasn't too far from the room. The bath was right after getting off the elevator, and there was also a rock bath available for an additional fee of around 300 yen. The reception closes at 8 pm, so I didn't use it. Private baths can also be reserved. The hot spring water had a faint smell of chlorine due to added water, heating, and circulation. I used to live near a good hot spring and could afford to bathe in it cheaply, and looking back, I realize how luxurious that was. Still, the small scale of this place meant that the bath was never crowded, and I could relax. Dinner was served in the dining area. They asked for the time when checking in. Room service was also available, and the corridor was lively in the evening. The dining area had private rooms, which I thought was nice. Most of the dishes were already prepared, and the fried flounder was brought out later. Probably a part-time female employee, she only provided necessary explanations about the dishes (such as how to cook on a hot plate), but since there was a menu, explanations were not necessary. There were many different dishes, and it seemed that they used a lot of Odaka enzymes. I particularly enjoyed the fresh cod milt tofu, but the best dish was the rice sushi with sandfish. If they made it here, that would be amazing, but even if it's from a good sushi restaurant in Otaru, I think they choose good quality. What I thought was unnecessary was the dessert tart, which should prioritize taste over appearance. Breakfast was served in a different breakfast venue from dinner, with a set meal served and seaweed, egg, natto available for self-service, along with almond jelly. These days, sometimes a set meal is tastier than a buffet, and the side dishes here were a bit on the rich side. The bottled milk from Yamanaka Farm was excellent. After the meal, you move to the coffee corner for coffee (self-service), but the place was cold and not conducive to relaxing. Despite the cold, the staff saw us off outside, thank you for taking care of us.

Hokkaido, Otaru, Asarigawa Onsen. Asarigawa Onsen is located about a 20-minute drive from the center of Otaru. Along the Asarigawa River, which is located as you go from the sea towards the mountains, there are several hot spring inns and hotels scattered around. It is a popular area for day trips as it is only a 30-40 minute drive from Sapporo on the highway. With the presence of a nearby ski resort, it is a popular destination for skiing in winter and a cool mountain retreat and camping spot in the summer. The area offers a variety of accommodations, including rental cottages, hotels with sports facilities, and condominiums like the Asari Classe Hotel. One of the hot spring inns in Asarigawa Onsen is the "Hotel Bushitei", a medium-sized hot spring hotel with 6 floors above ground made of reinforced concrete. Upon entering, there is a parking space right in front of the entrance. There is a facility next to the hot spring hotel that used to be a restaurant or dining area, and parking in that space was also allowed. There is also a parking lot behind the hotel. I used the day trip bathing facility. The entrance has a reception counter on the left. Next to the counter, there is a ticket vending machine specifically for day trip bathing, and the lady in a purple kimono kindly guided me to purchase a ticket there. I visited during a busy time when dinner was just starting and check-in was running late, but the staff was very friendly. The day trip bathing fee is 600 yen for adults. The baths are located underground, accessed by stairs from the lobby. There are separate baths for men and women. The bath area includes an indoor main bath, a jacuzzi, a sauna, a cold water bath, and an outdoor open-air bath. The instructions for using the baths mentioned that the water is heated, filtered, and treated with chlorine-based chemicals. The temperature of the water was slightly lukewarm, which was perfect for me. The open-air bath is located a few steps down from the indoor bath. It was surrounded by a fence but offered a view of the mountains. The morning bath is available from 5 to 8 am for 500 yen. After bathing, I had soft serve ice cream for 300 yen. There is a rest area with a counter desk where the staff member was making soft serve ice cream. The ice cream was a mix of vanilla and chocolate, and even though it was quite sweet, it was a special treat after the bath. The facilities, including the lobby, baths, dressing rooms, were not very old and were comfortable. The inn is known for its cuisine featuring seafood from Otaru and mountain delicacies from Asari, and with the friendly staff, I would love to stay here overnight sometime. The hot spring information is as follows: Day trip bathing hours: 9:00 am to 10:00 pm (last entry at 9:00 pm) 600 yen (Morning bath available from 5 to 8 am for 500 yen) Spring name: Mixed spring of ASR94 and ASR02 Quality: Calcium-sodium-chloride hot spring Components: Total components 2.705g/kg Spring temperature: (Mixed) 32.0°C pH: 7.7 * Water is heated and circulated (chlorine is used), and water may be added in some cases.

Otaru Asari River Onsen "Hotel Musashitei" allows for day trips to enjoy their hot springs. The hot spring is not very large, but it is clean and the transparent water warms both the body and soul. After bathing, you can enjoy soft serve ice cream at the resting area. The soft serve on the day of the visit was a bit misshapen, possibly due to the machine, but the taste was quite ordinary and there were no complaints. Welcome to Musashitei Located in Otaru's Asari River Onsen, where the scent of the sea lingers, the hotel boasts a variety of fresh seafood from Otaru's fishing grounds, flavorful mountain vegetables from Asari, and carefully selected fresh ingredients. The hotel takes pride in its traditional Japanese cuisine, with a menu that includes a variety of dishes from pre-dinner drinks to dessert. The open-air bath, where you can soak in the Asari air, is a highlight. Cuisine The hotel offers a selection of dishes featuring seafood from various parts of Hokkaido. Using seasonal ingredients, the hotel provides a warm welcome with each dish. Hot Springs Enjoy a healing hot spring, a natural radium bedrock bath, and family baths that will relax both your body and mind. Rooms A variety of rooms are available, including Japanese-style and Western-style rooms, some with open-air baths.

Upon arriving at the inn, we first had dinner. The dinner venue was a private room, which was very calming. We were quickly shown to our own private room without any hassle. This time, we had a dinner package that included one hairy crab per person. The stay included one night and two meals, and it cost 18,000 yen. The dishes were mainly seafood, which was delightful. I usually have beer, but this time I enjoyed leisurely drinking sake. There was a wide variety of sake available. Oh, I couldn't even get to the hairy crab... And then, breakfast. There was sashimi, soba noodles, chawanmushi, and rich Akigawa milk. In addition to the set meal, there were also options like raw eggs, seaweed, pickled plums, croissants, and fruit almond jelly that you could freely choose from. We thoroughly enjoyed not only the meals but also the hotel itself. I would love to visit again.

I visited Hotel Musashitei in Otaru. This review is based on breakfast only. The rate was 5800 yen per person for one night with breakfast included. The breakfast had a wide variety of side dishes that went well with rice. I couldn't help but have seconds of rice, which was served in a traditional rice pot. Bread was also available on a central table for guests to help themselves. Additionally, each person was served a bottle of milk, which seemed to be a local specialty. Unfortunately, I cannot drink milk, so my husband had both portions and said it was delicious. Overall, it was a very affordable plan with hot springs included and a satisfying breakfast.

From February 5th (Friday) to February 14th (Sunday) 2010, the event "Yukiakari no Michi" (Snow Light Path) is being held in Otaru City, where snow and candles are used for decoration. Compared to Sapporo's Snow Festival, it exudes a sense of tranquility. While the venues in the central area of Otaru, such as the former Temiya Line and the Otaru Canal, are bustling with tourists from both Japan and abroad, the venue at Asarigawa Onsen is not as well-known, allowing visitors to enjoy the serene beauty of the snow lights. The Asarigawa Onsen venue has two areas: the "Forest Venue" and the "River Venue." For those arriving by car, parking at Asari Ski Resort is free after 5:30 PM. The paths are created by clearing snow and carving holes in the snow walls to place candles, or by lighting candles on ice or snow sculptures. The warmth of the candlelight is especially comforting on cold days. In the "Forest Venue," there is a booth called "Korean Yatai" set up by Hotel Musashitei. Inside the makeshift greenhouse, there is a cooking area, about seven tables, and a kerosene stove burning brightly, creating a warm oasis from the cold outside. It's a good place to have dinner tonight. I tried the Korean ramen, which I had seen in a commercial. The noodles were like those in instant ramen packets, which made me chuckle. The soup was spicy! As soon as I took a bite, I started sweating profusely. Eating something spicy in such cold weather, even with layers of warm clothing, made me sweat a lot. My jacket was damp inside. But the warmth of the soup in such cold weather was truly appreciated. My tongue tingled, but I finished all the soup! For a 300 yen ramen, it was well done. It was delicious. I also ordered tteokbokki, oden, chige soup, and yakitori. The oden was huge and had a very chewy fish cake. It seemed like it would be quite filling. The tteokbokki was the familiar Korean rice cake stew, which came with a boiled egg. The yakitori was also large and juicy, with a spicy sauce. It received high praise for being tasty. The combination of hot and spicy food left my body feeling hot. After the meal, I decided to warm up in the hot spring before heading home, as going out with sweat in this cold weather could lead to catching a cold. Thank you to Musashitei for providing such warm dishes.

In October 2009, I stayed at a small hotel with six floors of reinforced concrete. The building was new and clean. The hot spring was colorless and transparent, without any distinctive features. There was an open-air bath, but it lacked atmosphere. Dinner was served in the room, while breakfast was in the dining hall. Both meals had a wide variety of dishes. Although there were no standout dishes at dinner, everything was delicious. The simmered dishes and soups had a strong umami flavor, indicating skilled chefs. For breakfast, there was no buffet, but there were squid sashimi, salted squid, and cod roe, which went well with rice. The staff's service felt somewhat formal, but the waitress who served dinner was warm and welcoming. Since there are few hot spring inns in the Otaru area, I think this hotel is quite valuable.

The accommodation fee included dinner, so I don't know the exact cost of the meal. The food was mainly Japanese with various options that Japanese women would enjoy. The portions were generous, with a variety of dishes before the main course and miso soup. One dish that stood out was the "hoya" or sea pineapple, a local delicacy in Otaru. While there were no scallops, which Hokkaido is known for, there were some Italian-inspired dishes mixed in, showing creativity in the menu.