Shirakawa-go and “Gero Onsen” are famous for sightseeing spots in Gifu, but there are plenty of other places where you can fully enjoy nature such as “Takasu Snow Park”, slopes like “Dynaland”,” Mount Washigatake”, and “Yoro Waterfall”. In addition, there are many sightseeing facilities in the prefecture such as “Toki Premium Outlet” and “Bokka no Sato”. Gero Onsen is one of … [Read more...] about Gero Onsen (Gero Hot Spring Town), Gifu
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Ginzan Onsen (Ginzan Hot Spring), Yamagata
Here are some recommended hot springs for those who are busy with hardly have time to relax days. Ginzan Onsen is located in Yamagata Prefecture. One of the attractions of Ginzan Onsen is the retro feeling of the whole city that can never be felt in the urban bath and spa. Obanazawa City is located in the northeastern part of Yamagata Prefecture. There is “Ginzan Onsen” in the … [Read more...] about Ginzan Onsen (Ginzan Hot Spring), Yamagata
Sengokuhara Hot Spring Resort, Kanagawa
Hakone is known as one of Japan's leading tourist destinations. Access from central Tokyo is good, and it will arrive in about 2 hours. Hakone is famous for hot springs such as Hakone Yumoto and Gora, but of course there are many popular tourist destinations such as Lake Ashino, where you can board a sightseeing boat, and Owakudani, famous for black eggs. It is also famous for … [Read more...] about Sengokuhara Hot Spring Resort, Kanagawa
Kagura Monzen Touji Mura (The Town of Hot Spring Cure), Hiroshima
"Kagura Monzen Touji Mura" (The Town of Hot Spring Cure) in Hiroshima prefecture is a popular spot where you can enjoy radon hot springs and kagura. Because it is possible to stay, it is a perfect tourist spot for sightseeing. This time, we will introduce recommended tourist information and access information at "Kagura Monzen Touji Mura". The most attractive point of "Kagura … [Read more...] about Kagura Monzen Touji Mura (The Town of Hot Spring Cure), Hiroshima
Ooedo Onsen Monogatari (Onsen Theme Parks), Tokyo
"Tokyo Odaiba Oedo Onsen Monogatari" was opened in Odaiba in the Tokyo Waterfront area in 2003, when it was 400 years since the start of the Edo bakufu (Japanese feudal government headed by a shogun). This is a hot spring theme park where you can enjoy foot baths, bedrock baths, and various foods in an extraordinary space that recreates the streets of Edo. When you enter the … [Read more...] about Ooedo Onsen Monogatari (Onsen Theme Parks), Tokyo
Shibu Onsen Kanaguya (Hot Spring), Nagano
Shibu Onsen, a hot spring town in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture. There is an inn with a retro atmosphere that still uses an old-fashioned building called “Historical Inn Kanaguya”, which is also designated as a registered tangible cultural property. Shibu Onsen Historical Inn Kajiya is a long-established hot spring inn located in Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakai-gun, … [Read more...] about Shibu Onsen Kanaguya (Hot Spring), Nagano
Noboribetsu Hot Springs, Hokkaido
Noboribetsu is a city in the southwestern part of Hokkaido. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, which can be reached in about an hour and 15 minutes by car. The place name “Noboribetsu” is said to be derived from the Ainu language “Nupuru petsu” and is closely related to Ainu. Noboribetsu has a variety of natural parks, bear farms, marine parks, historical villages, … [Read more...] about Noboribetsu Hot Springs, Hokkaido
Yufuin Hot Springs, Oita
“Yufuin” is popular among women, as it is said to be “East Karuizawa, West Yufuin”. The landscape has been protected by ordinances and the efforts of the locals over the years. It is full of various attractions such as hot springs boasting the second largest source in the country, yeild of hot spring water, rich nature, shopping, gourmet and unique art spots. It is a hot … [Read more...] about Yufuin Hot Springs, Oita
Hita Yakata-bune (Roofed Pleasure Boat), Oita
"Hita City" remains a Japanese tasteful landscape in western Oita Prefecture. The Hita Basin surrounded by mountains is popular as a small town where you can feel the Showa era, such as a houseboat that is said to be a feature of Hita Onsen and a small Kyoto “Mamedacho shopping street” in Hita that can be said to be a feature of Japan. Hita City is a mountainous town rich in … [Read more...] about Hita Yakata-bune (Roofed Pleasure Boat), Oita
Hashiriyu Hot Spring Source, Shizuoka
Speaking of Atami Onsen Hot Spring Resorts in Shizuoka Prefecture, it is one of the most popular hot springs in Japan. Did you know that Mt. Izusan, Atami City, has a “cold-hole source” that is said to have bathed MINAMOTO no Yoritomo (12th century samurai)? A cave where hot water springs like the heartbeat of the earth. You can also enjoy the source spring while hitting the … [Read more...] about Hashiriyu Hot Spring Source, Shizuoka