Manza
The Best Hot Spring Ski Resort in JAPAN
Located at an altitude of 1,800 meters, which is the closest hot spring to the sky.
Over the last 400 years and through the Edo Samurai period, Manza Onsen has been a secret retreat, which only the local village people had known. Due to the inconvenience of the location, it has infamously been named the "Secret Hot Springs". This onsen lies in a valley between the towering mountains of Gunma, where the water was untouched from agricultural and human advancements. It has also been said to heal illnesses like asthma, headaches, and to cleanse the body and mind. These soothing hot springs and magnificent view are what have kept people coming back.
Manza Prince Hotel provides a total of 10 baths, including 6 outdoor baths. Among the 10 hot springs, there is 3 different styles of baths; Komakusa no yu ‘rotenburo’ (outdoor), Shakunage no yu ‘rotenburo’ (outdoor) and Nanakamado no yu ‘uchiyu’ (indoor). All baths are open 24 hours (except during cleaning hours) and can be heated to 80°c, depending on the climate.
Komakusa no yu 'Open-air bath' |
Shakunage no yu 'Open-air bath' |
Nanakamado no yu 'Indoor bath' |
The Manza Onsen Ski Resort offers various ski trails with the driest and lightest powder snow in Japans Northern Alps. As this resort is the highest altitude onsen, enjoy skiing in and out after a relaxing bath with a magnificent view at the base of Mt. Manza.
Manza Ski Resort Information
Ski Season:
Early December - Early April
Operating Hours:
08:30 - 17:00
Night Skiing:
17:30 - 20:00
Vertical Drop:
348m
Max.Run Length:
2000m
Max.Pitch:
32°
Trails:
9
Acreage:
38 ha
Terrain Grades:
40% Beginner,
40% Intermediate,
20% Advanced
Access
Activities & Experience
![]() Snowshoeing |
![]() Hot Springs |
![]() Family Snow Park |
![]() Snow Rafting |
Accommodation - Manza Onsen Prince Hotel -
Price includes...
5 Nights Accommodation
4 Days Ski Lift Pass
Daily Breakfast and Dinner
![]() Main Building Twin RoomThe Main Building Twin Room offers reasonably priced accommodation with a slopeside location. A compact and easy to use lay out, featuring free wifi and general amenities. Take it easy, relax and enjoy your après-ski/onsen time in your own personal space. |
![]() Main Building Family RoomThis room accomodates up to 4 people and comes with a patchwork of features for the whole family or friends to enjoy. Kick back and relax all together as you can only at a Prince Hotel. |
![]() South BuildingThe South Building, in an ideal location providing a view of the Manza mountains, features a different atmosphere compared to the main building. Acommodating up to 3 people, spend time enjoying what the main building doesn't have to offer! |
Restaurants & Bar
![]() Main Dining Room |
![]() Shakunage Buffet Restaurant |
![]() Matsukaze Japanese Restaurant |
![]() Nishiki Chinese Restaurant |
Facilities
![]() Souvenir Shop |
![]() Bathhouse |
![]() Foot Care Salon |
![]() Laundromat |
Rentals
Manza Onsen has 3 rental shops offering the latest models of skis, snowboard and snow wear.
Locations: Manza Onsen Ski Resort, Ski Center and Manza Kogen Hotel.

Lessons
Interalpen Ski School (private and family lessons in English)
Location: Ski school reception desk is located at Manza Onsen Ski Resort.