Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Ota-kuHasunuma Onsen Public Bath Hasunuma Onsen is in Ota-ku, Tokyo. This public bath draws its bathwater from natural hot springs, and is located in the Kamata area - a region known for having a concentration of natural hot springs in Tokyo. The Kamata area is known for its "black" hot springs, whose dark colors is brought by a high concentration of underground deposits and humic acid. Hasunuma Onsen's bath is a brown-hued, sodium chloride hydrogen bicarbonate spring. This hot spring has gained popularity for its moisturizing, skin-nourishing effects. In 2017, the building was reborn as a retro-themed space with a Taisho era aesthetic. The remodeled building represents Japanese culture and technology with plaster walls and a traditional lattice ceilings. At the same time, the latest technology is adopted to entertain customers with a digitally projected pond on the lounge floor. On the other hand, the bath house does not forget to please its regular customers by preserving the wall tile mosaic of a waterfall, which has been a symbol of Hasunuma Onsen since its opening. Let the hot springs soak into your skin, as you enjoy the waterfall mosaic on the wall that straddles both the men's and women's baths.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Hakone / OdawaraOwakudani Hot Spring "Owakudani Hot Spring" is an extensive hot spring source in Owakudani in Hakone-machi, Kanagawa Prefecture. Owakudani is a volcano trace where the Hakone Volcano erupted about 3000 years ago. Owakudani Hot Spring is one of the "Hakone Niju-yu." This is an artificial hot sping that was created by adding water to volcanic steam of Owakudani. Owakudani has a rich supply of hot spring, which is distributed to hot springs all over Hakone. The spring quality of Owakudani Hot Spring is acidic (pH 2.5) sulfate. Hot acidic water is highly sterilizing and has a healing effect on cuts, acne and skin diseases. It is also effective for assuaging neuralgia, muscle aches and healing fatigue.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Obanazawa-shiGinzan Onsen Ginzan Onsen locates in Yamagata prefecture’s city of Obanazawa. The hot springs town was made between the late Taisho Period (1912 - 1926) and the early Showa period (1926 - 1989), and retains a retro atmosphere. The waters of Ginzan Onsen are a milky white, and come directly from its spring in the Ginzan River. On Saturdays between May and October, you can witnesss the Hanagasa Odori event from around 8:30p.m. Hanagasa Odor is a traditional bamboo hat-spinning dance. At Ginzan Onsen, you can have meals that use fresh, local ingredients, and have some delicious local sake.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Hakone / OdawaraMiyanoshita Hot Spring “Miyanoshita Hot Spring” is located in Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is one of the "Hakone Ju-nana Yu" in Hakone, which is one of Japan's most renowned hot spring resorts. Miyanoshita Hot Spring prospered as a therapeutic hot spring in the Edo period and the Meiji era, and became a popular resort among foreign visitors. There are still many nostalgic buildings reminiscent of the Meijij era, such as the Fujiya Hotel. In this resort, you should be able to enjoy a nostalgic time as if you had traveled to the past. The spring quality is alkaline simple, which is less irritating to the body and heals fatigue while promoting inner health.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Shiga / Shibu OnsenShibu Onsen Hot Springs Shibu Onsen locates in the town of Yamanouchi in Nagano prefecture. The area is referred to as the Yudanaka Shibu Onsen area, and is a nice onsen village. The Nine Public Baths are a Shibu Onsen must, and the nine baths can be entered without charge. One famous bathhouse in the town is Kanaguya. The wooden building of the bathhouse is designated as a national tangible cultural property. An ethereal touch is added to the retro atmosphere during the nightly light-ups.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Nishimuro-gunSaki no Yu Hot Spring Resort Saki no Yu Hot Spring Resort is located on the Nanki Shirahama coast in Wakayama. It is an outdoor style natural hot-spring bath with a long history from ancient times, even described in Nihon Shoki (Chronicles of Japan). Among the "7 Great Yuzaki Hot Springs" named in the chronicle, Saki no Yu is the only one that still exists. The spring is a sodium chloride spring, which is said to be effective for rheumatism, movement disorders, menopausal disorder, and female reproductive disorders. The biggest attraction of Saki no Yu is its spectacular view. Just beyond the rocks surrounding the open-air bath is the ocean. You can have a luxurious moment in the healing scents of Sulphur and sea breeze, while overlooking the grand Pacific Ocean. Why don’t you take a bath in this gorgeous hot spring in the open air, feeling at one with mother nature?
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Iyo-shiShimonada Station Shimonada Station locates in the Seto Inland Sea side of Ehime, and is famous as an ideal spot for taking a picture of the ocean. It is one of the railway stations on the JR Shikoku Yosan Line that connects Takamatsu Station in Kagawa and Uwajima Station in Ehime. Until the Japan National Route 378 was prepared by reclaiming the land from the sea, it was known as “the station closest to the sea in Japan”. Many movies, magazines and commercials were shot here. As the beautiful scenery can be seen even today, many people visit to look at the wonderful sunset over the ocean, or to take pictures of a peaceful figure of an unstaffed station. Moreover, the sightseeing train “Iyonada Monogatari” that runs along Ehime’s ocean offers people a graceful train trip over delicious meals. This train stops at Shimonada Station for 10 minutes, allowing its passengers to get off and take their time to imprint the view from the platform to their memory. “Platform concert in the sunset glow” is a popular annual event held in fall. There, you can enjoy the romantic scenery of the sunset and music at the same time.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： YufuinLake Kinrin Lake Kinrinko in the town of Yufuin in Oita is famous for its mystical views. The lake’s water is a mixture of cold and hot spring water, causing steam to rise from the lake’s surface. The steam can be seen the best in autumn and winter mornings. Right by the lake is Tenso-jinja Shrine, and its torii gates stand in the lake’s waters. The shrine’s chozu-ya (place for washing hands/mouth) water is pulled from Lake Kinrinko.
Category： Theme parkArea： KorakuenTOKYO DOME CITY Next to Tokyo Dome is the Tokyo Dome City Attractions amusement park. The amusement park features a ferris wheel and roller coasters, and also shows and an arcade. There are hotels, spas and even a museum nearby, so you can enjoy your day around Tokyo Dome.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Shinagawa-kuMusashi Koyama Shimizuyu Onsen At Musashi Koyama Shimizuyu Onsen, you can have a local hot spring experience right in the heart of Tokyo. There are two types of hot springs, the Ogon-no-yu (Golden Spring) and the Kuro-yu (Black Spring), which are both from natural springs. Ogon-no-yu is rich in iodine, and is good for sore muscles and healing fatigue, while Kuro-yu is great for moisturizing the skin. You can choose from the hyper jet bath, the electric pulse bath and Jacuzzi in the indoor facilities. In the rotemburo, or outdoor baths, are the Ogon-no-yu and Kuro-yu baths. The baths can be enjoyed for less than ¥500. The facility also provides a sauna, stone sauna and a selection of foods and drinks for after your bath.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Hakone / OdawaraUbako Onsen Ubako Onsen can be found in Hakone, a town in the western region of Kanagawa prefecture. The onsen is located at the highest peak of the volcanic cone in the Hakone caldera. Ubako Onsen has one of the longest histories of the 17 hot springs of Hakone. The quiet, forested surroundings have a holy-like atmosphere. The spring water types here include calcium sulphate and sodium sulphate. The onsen makes an appearance in a famous Japanese folk tale when Sataka Kintoki, also known as Kintaro, comes to heal his injured eye at the hot spring. Even now, the story is still told with many coming to the hot spring to help heal eye disease. Another historical aspect of the Ubako Onsen is the mountain religion. The sacred site of the mountain worshipping religion remains here. People would pray for good health and effective healing at the Yakushi hall and Jizo hall.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： ChikumaObasute's Rice Fields The rice fields in Nagano prefecture's Obasute are made in the "tanada" style. The fields are created in a step-like style to utilize the most out of the hilly land. Visit between late May and early June, when the fields are covered in water and act as a mirror for the summer sunset. At night, the water reflects the moonlight for an ethereal view.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Edogawa-kuKasai Rinkai Park Kasai Rinkai Park is located in Edogawa-ku, Tokyo. This park was created in Tokyo Bay, under the theme of "Green, Water and People". The park is divided into five zones. The "Grass Square Area" has a large ferris wheel,which is a major landmark of Kasai Rinkai Park, as well as walking paths trails and accommodation facilities. The "Shiokaze (sea breeze) Square Zone" has an observatory rest house, "Crystal View" overlooking Tokyo Bay. There are also five zones: an "Aquarium Zone" where you can interact with sea life, a bird garden zone "Bird Garden Zone" where you can observe wild birds and the nature around them and a the "Management Zone" in the entrance area where parking lots and station squares are located. There are facilities that allow people of all ages to relax and enjoy nature. The scenery's changing seasonal flowers -- cherry blossoms in the spring, Japanese roses in the summer, cosmos and osmanthus in the fall, plums and daffodils in the winter -- also give a great way to enjoy the park's nature.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Hakone / OdawaraAshinoko Onsen Ashinoko Onsen is located in a spot with wonderful views of Mt Fuji in the town of Hakone in western Kanagawa prefecture. Roughly 725 meters above sea level, the Ashinoko Onsen area spreads out over 1.5 kilometers from the edge of Lake Ashi. It is the second newest of the 17 hot springs of Hakone. In 2006, the jinx that no hot springs well up in view of Mt. Fuji was broken when a hot spring was dug out. Amazing views of Lake Ashi and the surrounding landscape can be seen while bathing here. The spring water is of the simple sulfur type, which gives the onsen a distinct sulfuric smell. The water is also good for the skin and lifestlye diseases.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Izu PeninsulaMount Omuro Mount Omuro rests on the Izu Plateau, and is a 580-meter mountain. It is a dormant volcano, with a 300-meter wide crater at the mountaintop. You can take a lift to the top of the mountain. On sunny, clear days, the peak of Mount Omuro offers an amazing view of Mount Fuji. The “Yama-yaki” mountain-burning event is held every February, and on that day, the entire mountain is set on fire to burn off the withered grass and leaves.
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