Written by Jane Pipkin
A modern-style ashiyu (footbath) that overlooks Tokko-no-Yu and the Katsura River.
What is River Terrace Suginoyu?
Free to use and seating up 10 people at a time, this footbath gives you views of the main symbols of Shuzenji, including Tokko-no-Yu and Shuzenji Temple in the distance. Next to the water is a tree that blooms with sakura in spring, making it a brilliant spot to relax and enjoy nature’s beauty.
After soaking your feet here, you can visit Kawara Yu, another free ashiyu that is located across the river.
Suggested Activity
Go Zen: 1-Day Nagano Tour with Snow Monkeys, Sake and Zenkōji Temple
Nagano is far more than just a skiing destination, and this tour proves it. From sacred sites to bathing snow monkeys, sake tasting and local delicacies, experience the best this snowy prefecture has to offer.
How to get there
From Shuzenji Station, take the bus going towards Shuzenji Onsen. Get off at the Shuzenji Onsen stop and walk 4 minutes. The journey takes 12 minutes and costs ¥260.
