Ueda Castle and Bessho Onsen Historical Loop

A relaxing route that starts at Ueda Castle and takes you through the scenic area to Bessho Onsen, perfect for combining a bit of history with a hot spring visit.

Stop at Zenzanji temple after a short climb and refresh with the view on Shiodadaira plain and sweets at Beans cafe Enjyu. Then head to Bessho Onsen, where you can take a hot spring bath either at Aisome no Yu or one of local public baths.

Highlights

Historical sights

Hot Spring

Bessho Onsen Aisome no Yu
Bessho Onsen Ishi Yu (Stone Bath)
Bessho Onsen Daishi Yu
Bessho Onsen Aisome no Yu

Cafe & Restaurants

Try a delicious dessert with the view on the Shiodadaira plain at Beans Cafe Enjyu.

The historic black Matsumoto Castle (Crow Castle) with the snow-capped Northern Alps in the background, Nagano, Japan.

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