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Soak in Serenity: 20 Must-Visit Hot Springs Across Japan
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items Embark on a journey through Japan's most renowned hot springs, each offering unique experiences—from historic bathhouses and scenic mountain retreats to coastal soaks and therapeutic sand baths. Discover the perfect onsen to relax, rejuvenate, and im...
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Dōgo Onsen (Ehime Prefecture)
Kusatsu Onsen (Gunma Prefecture)
Gero Onsen (Gifu Prefecture)
Arima Onsen (Hyōgo Prefecture)
Beppu Onsen (Ōita Prefecture)
Ginzan Onsen (Yamagata Prefecture)
Dōgo Onsen (Ehime Prefecture)
Located in Matsuyama, Dōgo Onsen boasts a majestic bathhouse that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away.
Japan’s oldest onsen with a 3,000-year history.
[Official Website] Dōgo Onsen
Kusatsu Onsen (Gunma Prefecture)
Situated in the mountains, Kusatsu offers public baths and the unique Yubatake hot water field.
Renowned for its high sulfur content and healing properties.
Kusatsu Onsen
Gero Onsen (Gifu Prefecture)
Nestled in a scenic valley, Gero Onsen provides a tranquil escape with multiple public baths and traditional ryokan.
One of Japan’s top three onsens, known for silky alkaline waters.
Gero Onsen : Top 3 Hot Springs in Japan
Arima Onsen (Hyōgo Prefecture)
Located near Kobe, Arima Onsen is one of Japan’s oldest hot springs, offering therapeutic baths amidst a charming town.
Historic onsen with "gold" and "silver" mineral-rich waters.
Arima Onsen
Beppu Onsen (Ōita Prefecture)
Beppu features various bathing experiences, including sand baths, mud baths, and steam baths, attracting visitors seeking relaxation and novelty.
Diverse range of hot springs and the famous "Hells of Beppu".
Hot Spring Baths (Onsen) - Beppu Travel
Ginzan Onsen (Yamagata Prefecture)
Known for its nostalgic ambiance, Ginzan Onsen offers serene hot spring experiences amidst snow-covered landscapes in winter.
Picturesque Taishō-era town with riverside ryokan.
Ginzan Onsen
Shibu Onsen (Nagano Prefecture)
Visitors can enjoy a traditional onsen-hopping experience and visit the Jigokudani Monkey Park to see macaques bathing in hot springs.
Historic town with nine public baths and nearby snow monkeys.
Shibu Onsen - Nagano
Yufuin Onsen (Ōita Prefecture)
Yufuin offers a blend of cultural attractions and relaxing hot springs, set against the backdrop of Mount Yufu.
Charming town with art galleries and mountain views.
What to do in Yufuin Onsen
Noboribetsu Onsen (Hokkaido)
This onsen town provides various therapeutic baths and scenic trails through volcanic landscapes.
Diverse mineral waters and the dramatic "Hell Valley".
Noboribetsu Onsen 登別温泉
Takaragawa Onsen (Gunma Prefecture)
Takaragawa offers mixed-gender open-air baths surrounded by nature, providing a unique and relaxing experience.
Expansive outdoor baths along a river.
Welcome to Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku
Ibusuki Onsen (Kagoshima Prefecture)
Visitors are buried in warm sand heated by geothermal steam, promoting relaxation and health benefits.
Famous for natural sand baths.
Ibusuki Onsen 指宿温泉
Kinosaki Onsen (Hyōgo Prefecture)
Guests stroll in yukata, enjoying multiple baths and the town's nostalgic charm.
Seven public bathhouses and traditional atmosphere.
Kinosaki Onsen