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Shinhotaka-no-Yu will be closed on the morning of Wednesday, May 20th. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The bath will reopen as usual in the afternoon, so please enjoy a relaxing soak alongside the mountain stream in the Northern Alps.

飛騨市観光協会・飛騨・高山観光コンベンション協会の主催により、飛騨・高山・木曽エリアの道の駅6か所をめぐる「飛騨ぐるっとスタンプラリー」が開催されています。北の「賑わいの北ルート」と南の「いやしの南ルート」、それぞれ性格の違う2つのコースで、ドライブを楽しみながら地域の多彩な魅力に触れていただける企画です。 奥飛騨温泉郷からは、北ルートのスタンプスポットとして「道の駅奥飛騨温泉郷上宝」がチェックポイントに含まれています。 詳しくは下記のイベント情報をご確認ください。 イベントサイトへ移動する https://okuhida.or.jp/p/experience/%e9%a3%9b%e9%a8%a8%e3%81%90%e3%82%8b%e3%81%a3%e3%81%a8%e3%82%b9%e3%82%bf%e3%83%b3%e3%83%97%e3%83%a9%e3%83%aa%e3%83%bc/

Post Preview Updated: April 17, 2026 Traffic restrictions are currently in place on National Route 158 (near Nagawado Dam) due to the construction of the new Iriyama Tunnel, but these restrictions are scheduled to be lifted at 3:00 PM on Friday, April 24, 2026. After the restrictions are lifted, the new Iriyama Tunnel and Iriyama Tunnel ② will be two-way traffic, and Iriyama Tunnel ① will be one-way traffic, as before the construction. Current restrictions (until 3:00 PM on April 24) New Iriyama Tunnel: Closed to traffic Iriyama Tunnel ① and ②: One-way alternating traffic all day (including weekends and holidays) Traffic controllers are stationed on site. Please follow the signs and instructions of the controllers and proceed safely. Construction Overview The new Iriyama Tunnel construction involves excavating and widening the existing tunnel that branches into a Y shape underground near Nagawado Dam to create a new tunnel (tunnel length L=410m). ▼ For details, please check the Nagano National Highway Office website. Status of construction work on the Nagawado Improvement Project and the Shin-Iriyama Tunnel on National Route 158 (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) *Schedules may change depending on the progress of the construction.

The open-air bath "Shinhotaka no Yu" in the Okuhida Onsenkyo area will open for the season on Saturday, April 18th. Enjoy the liberating and rustic open-air bath while gazing at the magnificent scenery of the Northern Alps. We look forward to your visit.

JR Central has made an announcement regarding the expected resumption of service on the Takayama Main Line between Sugihara Station and Inotani Station. Service on the Takayama Main Line between Sugihara Station and Inotani Station has been suspended since Wednesday, March 18, 2026. It is expected to take more than two months before service can be resumed. 1. Limited Express Hida will operate between Nagoya and Takayama. 2. For local trains, substitute buses will operate between Sugihara and Inotani. (Please check the JR Central website for details) Overview of Service Expected Resumption of Service March 27, 2026 JR Central Announcement Train and Substitute Bus Timetable (from March 23) Updated March 23, 2026 16:00 Updated March 23, 2026 16:00 Updated March 23, 2026 16:00 Information on Substitute Bus Stops Latest Information For the latest service status and details on substitute buses, please check the JR Central website. JR Central Conventional Line Service Status Source: Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) Announcement dated March 27, 2026 *Information is subject to change. Please check the latest information before traveling.

The "Okuhida Mountain Bus," which began operation in 2025 and was named by local elementary school students, will operate during the fresh green season in 2026, its second year of operation. This time, it will run for three weeks from May 22nd (Fri) to June 12th (Fri), when the fresh greenery of Okuhida is at its most beautiful. From the open-top bus, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the dynamic scenery as it changes from fresh greenery to remaining snow as the altitude increases. On the outbound "Fresh Green Letter" trip, everyone will receive "Fresh Green Super Glasses" that make the colors of the fresh greenery appear even more vibrant. At the summit of the Shinhotaka Ropeway, you can mail an original postcard stamped with a limited-edition stamp. On the return trip, the "Healing Hot Spring Path" trip offers a relaxing experience where you can immerse yourself in the sounds and scents of nature while wearing an eye mask. With a bus guide from the staff of Hoshino Resorts "Kai Okuhida," we will deliver a "BUSVENTURE" that goes beyond just transportation. <Operation Overview> ◆Period: May 22nd (Fri) - June 12th (Fri), 2026 ◆Route: Hirayu Bus Terminal ⇔ Shinhotaka Ropeway (Morning and evening services available from Takayama Nohi Bus Center) ◆Fare: From Hirayu: One-way 2,500 yen / Round-trip 4,000 yen, From Takayama: One-way 3,500 yen / Round-trip 6,000 yen *All seats require reservations and advance payment / Same price for adults and children / Shinhotaka Ropeway ticket is separate <Reservations: On sale at Hassha Ohrai Net> ◆Japanese: https://secure.j-bus.co.jp/hon/Route/Highway?gpcd=210201&rocd=0021 ◆English: https://www.japanbusonline.com/en/CourseSearch/12102010021 *Ticket counters: Hirayu Bus Terminal / Takayama Nohi Bus Center <Unveiling Ceremony and Advance Test Ride>◆ Date and Time: Thursday, May 21, 2026, registration starts at 10:00, event begins at 10:30 ◆Location: Okuhida Visitor Center, Chubu Sangaku National Park ◆Media Inquiries: https://forms.gle/k5x73XQmoz9CRXBx5 (Deadline: May 15, 15:00) ◆For more details, please visit the official website: https://okuhida-mountainbus.jp/

We have recently revamped the official website for Okuhida Onsenkyo. The five hot spring resorts of Hirayu, Fukuchi, Shin-Hirayu, Tochio, and Shin-Hotaka offer a more accessible and easier-to-understand way to discover the charm of Okuhida. Even after the renewal, we will continue to improve this site to make it even more user-friendly and comprehensive. We will strive to enrich the content and provide new information so that everyone can enjoy Okuhida Onsenkyo even more. We look forward to seeing you in Okuhida Onsenkyo!

Last updated: March 18, 2026 To all visitors to Okuhida Onsenkyo You can travel from Takayama city center to Hirayu Onsen as usual by using the detour (Takayama city road). Traffic congestion may occur near the detour, but it is passable. This detour is the fastest route for regular cars and route buses. Detour along National Route 158 (shortest route) Detour via Takayama city road Before reaching the restricted area, you will detour onto the city road and rejoin National Route 158. The additional travel time is approximately 10 minutes. If you are concerned about traffic congestion, you can also use the following alternative routes. Alternative route 1 Prefectural Road 76 (via Kamitakara Hongo area) The distance is short, but it is a mountain road so it is a route for those who are used to driving. Alternative route 2 Prefectural Road 75 (via Furukawa and Kamioka in Hida City) This road is wide and easy to drive on. This is recommended for those who are not used to mountain roads. Summary On February 25, 2026, a landslide occurred on National Route 158 in the Shioya area of Nyukawa-cho, Takayama City, resulting in traffic restrictions on a portion of the route. Access from Takayama city center to the Okuhida Onsenkyo area is possible as usual via a detour (Takayama City road). Both private cars and route buses can use the detour. The various hot spring resorts in Okuhida Onsenkyo (Hirayu, Fukuchi, Shin-Hirayu, Tochio, Shin-Hotaka), the Shin-Hotaka Ropeway, and the Abotoge Road (towards Matsumoto) are all operating as usual. Traffic Restriction Section: Shioya, Nyukawa-cho to Hataho, Nyukawa-cho (approximately 2.4km) Expected Restoration Date: Undetermined The restoration date has not yet been decided. Passenger Cars and Route Buses: Detour via city roads is possible via Takayama city roads. Large Vehicles (width 2.3m or more, length 9m or more): Detour via city roads is not possible. Wide detour via National Routes 41 and 471 (approximately 2 hours) Detailed detour route information 🚗 Passenger Cars, Small Vehicles, Route Buses, and Expressway Buses: Detour via Takayama city roads. Before reaching the closed section, detour onto city roads and rejoin National Route 158. Nohi Bus (Hirayu/Shinhotaka Line) and express buses (Takayama-Shinjuku Line, Takayama-Matsumoto Line) are also operating via the same detour route. Delays may occur. ⏱ Additional travel time due to detour: Approximately 10 minutes 🚚 Some large and medium-sized vehicles (vehicle width 2.3m or more, length 9m or more) will be subject to a wide detour via National Route 41 → National Route 471. Takayama city center → National Route 41 (northbound) → Kamioka, Hida City → National Route 471 → Hirayu, Okuhida Onsenkyo. City roads are not accessible. ⏱ It takes a little over 2 hours between Hirayu and Takayama *Tap to enlarge Source: Takayama City Official Website ✕ Tap to close Detours by vehicle type Vehicle type Detour route Estimated travel time Passenger cars Via Takayama city roads + approximately 10 minutes Route buses and express buses Currently operating via detours on Takayama city roads Delays may occur Some medium-sized vehicles (vehicle width 2.3m or more, length 9m or more) Via R41 → R471 (wide detour via Kamioka) Hirayu to Takayama approximately a little over 2 hours Large vehicles Via R41 → R471 (wide detour via Kamioka) Hirayu to Takayama approximately a little over 2 hours *Medium-sized vehicles less than 2.3m wide and less than 9m long can use the detours on city roads. Related Links & Latest Information National Route 158 Traffic Restriction Information Gifu Prefecture Takayama Civil Engineering Office Gifu Prefecture Road Restriction Information Gifu Prefecture Traffic Restrictions on National Route 158 (Nyukawa-cho, Takayama City) Takayama City Bus Operation Information (Delays/Cancellations) Nohi Bus Contact Information Regarding Road Traffic and Restrictions 0577-33-1111 Gifu Prefecture Takayama Civil Engineering Office Regarding the Operation of Local Buses and Express Buses 0577-32-1160 Nohi Bus Takayama Sales Office Regarding Tourism in Okuhida Onsenkyo 0578-89-2614 Okuhida Onsenkyo Tourism Association Hirayu Onsen Tourist Information Center 0578-89-3030 Inside Okuhida Visitor Center

To all visitors coming to the Okuhida Onsenkyo hot spring area in winter, we ask that you please drive safely. Please watch the snow driving awareness video produced by the Gifu Prefectural Police Takayama Police Station and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Takayama National Highway Office. This area is at a high altitude, and in winter, roads become covered in snow and ice. We ask that you drive in a manner appropriate for snowy roads, such as using studless tires or chains and maintaining a sufficient distance between vehicles. Please prioritize safety and enjoy the spectacular winter scenery and hot springs of Okuhida. [Video Link] Japanese version English/Chinese version Produced by: Gifu Prefectural Police Takayama Police Station and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Takayama National Highway Office

This is a map of parking lots for hikers around Shinhotaka Onsen. Hikers entering the Northern Alps from Shinhotaka are requested to refer to this map and park in the designated areas. [Download] Parking Inquiries: P3, P7 Shinhotaka Ropeway TEL: 0578-89-2252 Free Parking Takayama City Kamitakara Branch Office TEL: 0578-86-2111 More details can be found at the following links: Shinhotaka Parking Map (Updated 2025.06) Parking Live Camera Congestion Calendar