About
Messages from the CEO and Okami Chief Service Manager
A hot spring site with a nostalgic feel where Japanese bush warblers singYoshiaki Kawaguchi, CEO, Kagasuke
Oshuku is written in Japanese with two Chinese characters: "o" means Japanese bush warbler, and "shuku" means inn. As the name suggests, Kagasuke is a small onsen inn set in tranquil mountains where Japanese bush warblers sing in springtime. Elderly guests who find us for the first time say that Kagasuke is an onsen inn with historical ambience. You can find a Japanese-style hearth in the lobby on the first floor, evoking a sense of nostalgia and simplicity when fish are grilled there. How about a stroll to the foot bath clad in a yukata robe and geta sandals? I am sure you can have a relaxing day in a nostalgic setting.
Passing Kagasuke's traditions and goodwill on to the next generationReiko Kawaguchi, Okami Chief Service Manager, Kagasuke
35 years have passed since I married the heir to a traditional inn without knowing anything about hospitality management. Looking back, I realize that I was always supported by many others. What really stands out is the support not only from family, but from our staff at the time. I raised four children while working full-time for the past 35 years. All of my children have now left home, and I would like to express my gratitude for the support that was given to us. I will continue in my effort to uphold Kagasuke's traditions and goodwill, and pass them on to the next generation.
Signature Shizukuishi Anekko Attire
At Kagasuke, our staff serves breakfast in traditional "Shizukuishi Anekko" attire. Seeing the Anekko costume is rare these days, but you can find it during breakfast only at Kagasuke in Oshuku Onsen. These clothes used to be farming wear for women in this area, and were admired by Miyazawa Kenji, a great writer from Iwate, as well as Yanagi Soetsu, a leading figure of the folkcraft movement. Shizukuishi boasts of many hot springs, and is consequently known as home to many beautiful women, like those in Kyoto. The Anekko attire can also be seen on "Shizuku-chan," Shizukuishi's tourism promotion mascot, when she appears clad in it at the annual local festival: Shizukuishi Yoshare Matsuri.
Kikko-ori Fabric
Kikko-ori is fabric made from hemp which is grown and woven in the traditional method. By weaving warps with woofs, a raised hexagonal pattern, like a tortoise shell, appears. Kikko-ori used to be offered to the feudal lord of Nanbu-han, and samurai loved this fabric, which was unique to Shizukuishi. From December to March, hanten jackets with a piece of Kikko-ori fabric sewn on by our Okami are provided in the guest rooms.
Facilities
Lobby & Café, 1st Floor
Drop by for a cup of coffee and gelato sourced from Matsubokkuri, a popular gelato shop in Shizukuishi.
Banquet room
Our banquet room with tatami mat flooring is available for large group dinners and functions. The room can be divided into two rooms.
Dining hall/Mid-sized hall
Enjoy a lovely view of the Oshuku River from the seats by the window. Guests are served dinner and breakfast here.
Party room
Our party room equipped with karaoke is perfect for an after-party. Our function package is 2,500 JPY per person including all-you-can-drink. (Advance booking required)
Shop
Our gift shop offers a variety of popular souvenirs. Please, drop by before you leave.