Can I wear bathers in the onsens?
Japanese tradition requires that bathers are not allowed in onsens. Modesty towels are used to “cover up”. These can be hired at most onsens. Please check with the individual onsen before you go. Male and female guests bathe separately. We recommend you do bring a pair of bathers however, as the swimming pool requires that swimmers MUST wear bathers. Try not to confuse the two! Niseko has five onsens and there are many more in the surrounding areas. It is one of Japan’s most famous onsen destinations. Yukoro onsen is 100 meters away from Powder Haven. There are also a number of great onsen resorts within a 10 minute walk, such as Scott Hotel Onsen, Alpen Hotel Onsen, Yukoro Public Bath House and Prince Hirafutei hotel. Please see our compendium for a guide to onsen etiquette.
