Thukioka onsen

I stayed at Tsukioka onsen, a hot spa in Niigata, with my friends. Dr. S, who is one of my coworker, largely attributed to enjoy the trip.

(left) A view from the hotel. (Right) We were provided Onsen-manjuu, a cofection with filling.


(Left) Dr. S brought us premium sake. (Right) A footbath near the hotel.


(Left) Ocean of colza blossoms. Fukushima-gata is a good place for bird watching in winter.
(Right) A long jetty at West-Niigata port. It takes 2.5 miles to get the end and back.