The Secrets of Onsen

Visiting the Chichibu Pilgrimage Sites in the ONSEN CHICHIBU, Vol.10

【A Go inn steeped in history. Enjoy a blissful soak in the one-of-a-kind “Takane Hot Spring.”】

It’s just a 7-minute drive from Hosho-ji Temple (Chichibu Pilgrimage Site No. 32).
With its old-world charm and warm hospitality, the “Echigoya Ryokan” gently welcomes travelers.

━━━ ♨️ Our Commitment to Onsen ━━━
A Special Hot Spring Exclusive to Echigoya Ryokan: Takane Mineral Spring, whose source lies along the Nagaru River—a famous spot for weeping cherry blossoms.
Echigoya Ryokan is the only place in Chichibu where you can enjoy this hot spring.

A Unique Bath Combining Hot Springs and Go Puzzles: With a long history as a Go-themed inn, the bathhouse walls are actually adorned with Go boards!
The charm lies in this one-of-a-kind experience—solving Go puzzles while soaking in the hot spring.

The Quiet Passage of Time: In the serene atmosphere unique to this historic inn, you can thoroughly relax your body after a long day of walking.

━━ 🥾 Refresh Yourself Between Visits to the Chichibu Fudasho Pilgrimage ━━
With easy access from Hosho-ji Temple (Chichibu Pilgrimage Site No. 32), this is the perfect base for collecting temple stamps or a place to stay after your visit.
Why not reset your daily fatigue while immersing yourself in the world of Go and the renowned hot springs found only here?

*This inn is for overnight guests only (day-use bathing is not available).
Our entire staff sincerely looks forward to welcoming you.

📍 Echigoya Ryokan
https://www.echigoya.gr.jp/

Ogano-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama Prefecture
Type of Hot Spring: Takane Mineral Spring
Features: A unique spring used exclusively by our inn. The bathhouse features a Go board on the wall, making this a Go-themed inn where guests can enjoy solving Go problems while soaking in the hot spring.
Nearest Location: Near Hosho-ji Temple (Chichibu Pilgrimage Site No. 32)
Day-Use Bathing: Not available (Please enjoy this private space reserved exclusively for overnight guests.)