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Nagano Prefecture, Lake Shirakaba's "Akariyu Suzuran" to Open on June 27

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Shirakabamura Co., Ltd. is set to open "Akariyu Suzuran," a revitalized former hot spring facility at Lake Shirakaba, Nagano Prefecture, on June 27, 2026. The opening was postponed due to unexpected equipment damage, leading to increased repair costs, which are being partly covered by a crowdfunding campaign launched by Community Plus, the facility operator. The new multi-functional complex will offer hot spring bathing, dining, retail, and community hub services, aiming to be a sustainable regional asset.

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Q: What is the new name and opening date of the revitalized hot spring facility at Lake Shirakaba?
A: The revitalized facility is named Akariyu Suzuran and is scheduled to open on June 27, 2026, after being acquired from Chino City by Shirakabamura Co., Ltd.
Q: Which company is responsible for operating the Akariyu Suzuran facility and where is it headquartered?
A: Community Plus Co., Ltd. is responsible for facility operations and is headquartered in Chofu City, Tokyo, under the leadership of Representative Yuri Kuriyama.
Q: Why did the original Lake Shirakaba Onsen Suzuran no Yu cease operations in March 2024?
A: The original facility ceased operations in March 2024 because it was difficult to secure profitability solely as a bathing facility despite being managed under a designated management agreement with Chino City.
Q: How much did the repair costs amount to for the damaged equipment at the former Suzuran no Yu facility?
A: The repair costs for the damaged piping and boilers at the former Suzuran no Yu facility amounted to approximately 60 million yen, as estimated by Chino City, due to winter freezing.
Q: When and how was Shirakabamura Co., Ltd. selected to take over the Lake Shirakaba onsen facility?
A: Shirakabamura was selected as the first priority negotiation right holder in December 2024 through Chino City's second public offering and signed a transfer agreement at the end of April 2025.