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JAPANESE HOT SPRINGS
Japan, with about 70% of its land covered by mountains, is blessed with thermal hot springs or in Japanese, “onsen.” Over 3,000 hot spring areas are found around the country, ranging from large resorts to small groups of inns isolated in the mountains. On this list are 20 hot springs that JNTO selected for their authentic “onsen” atmosphere, convenience of transportation, and facilities for overseas guests.
Information Reference Numbers:
1. Access 2. Feature(s) 3. Public Hot Spring (For those staying at inns without hot spring baths.)
4. Accommodations H: Hotel, R: Ryokan, M: Minshuku (family-run Japanese-style inn), P: Pension (Western-style “Minshuku”), KS: Kokumin Shukusha (People’s Lodge), YH: Youth Hostel. Those with ♨ mark have hot spring baths. * Admission for a hot spa 5. Information Offices (Phone numbers marked with (E) have information in English.) Note: Numbers in ○ below correspond to those on the map on the last page.
IN THE VICINITY OF TOKYO
① Hakone 箱根 (Hakone-machi, Kanagawa Pref.) 1. Shinjuku Sta. (Tokyo) ➞ Hakone Yumoto Sta.: 1 hr. 15 min. by Odakyu Railway LEX “Romance Car”. Tokyo Sta. ➞ Odawara Sta.: 40 min. by JR Tokaido Shinkansen “Kodama” Odawara Sta. ➞ Hakone Yumoto Sta.: 13 min. by Hakone Tozan Railway. 2. About 17 hot springs such as Yumoto Miyagino & Tonosawa are located in the Hakone area featuring a view of nearby Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashi. 3. Kappa Tengoku: In Yumoto. Open-air bath. Admission: ¥750. Open: 10:00–22:00. Tenzan Rotenburo: In Yumoto-Chaya. Open-air bath. Admission: ¥1,200. Open: 9:00–23:00 Miyagino Onsen-kaikan: In Miyagino. Admission: ¥650. Open: 10:00–20:00. Closed: Thu. Kantaro-no-yu: In Miyagino. Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 10:00–19:00(Weekdays) –20:00(Sat., Sun. & National Holidays). Closed: Fri. (except holiday Fridays) Himeshara-no-yu: In Yumoto. Admission: ¥1,050 (10:00– 18:00.), Admission: ¥600 (18:00–19:15). 4. Hakone Lake Hotel (KS): In Togendai. Admission*: ¥750. Open: 11:00–16:00. Closed: Tue. Tel. (0460)84-7611 http://www.hakone-lakehotel.com/english/englishindex.htm ♨ Fuji Hakone Guest House (M): In Sengokubara. Admission*: ¥1,050/hour. Open: 10:00–15:00. Note: Reservation needed. Tel. (0460)84-6577 Hakone-no-yama (P): In Gora. Tel. (0460)82-1882 Kappa-Tengoku (R): In Yumoto. Tel. (0460)85-6121 Hakone Kowakien Yunessun in Ninotaira is a hot springs spa resort and water amusement park with two zones. The Yunessun spa resort zone requires the wearing of swimsuits, and offers Roman-style baths, a green tea spa and other amenities. The other zone is Morinoyu, a traditional Japanese-style bathing resort, where swimsuits are not worn. Admission: ¥2,600 for Yunessan, ¥1,400 for Morinoyu, ¥3,600 for both zones Yunessun Open: 9:00–19:00 (Mar.–Oct.); 9:00–18:00 (Nov.– Feb.); Morinoyu Open: 11:00–20:00. 5. Hakone Town Tourist Infomation Counter: Tel. (0460)85-5700 Hakone Tourist Information Service: Tel. (0460)85-8911 (E) Kanagawa Ryokan Association: http://www.kanagawa-ryokan.com/english/hakone.htm ② Yugawara 湯河原 (Yugawara-machi, Kanagawa Pref.) 1. T okyo Sta. ➞ Yugawara Sta.: 1 hr. 15 min. by JR LEX “Odoriko” on Tokaido Line. Yugawara Sta. ➞ Yugawara Onsen: 15–20 min. by HakoneTozan Railway Bus or Izu-Hakone Railway Bus. 2. Area extends along the river from mountainous OkuYugawara to the beach. 3. Kogome-no-yu: Next to Manyo Koen (Park). Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 9:00–21:00. closed: Mon. Yutoro Sagasawa-no-yu: Admission: ¥1,350. Open: 10:00–23:00. Closed: Thu. Tel. (0465)62-2688 4. Yugawara Mizunokaori (R): Tel. (0465)62-1830 Yugawara Bay Mandarin House (P): Tel. (0465)62-6353 Shiroyama Bekkan (R): Tel. (0465)62-3960 Sansuiro (R): Tel. (0465)63-1111 5. Yugawara-machi Tourist Center: Tel. (0465)63-4181 In front of the station. Yugawara Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0465)64-1234 http://www.yugawara.or.jp/ ③ Ito 伊東 (Ito City, Shizuoka Pref.) 1. Tokyo Sta. ➞ Ito Sta.: 1 hr. 45 min. by JR LEX “Odoriko” on Tokaido & Ito Lines. 2. Facing the beach and surrounded by mountains. Also features cactus garden and tropical parks. 3. Yukawa Daiichi Yokujo: Near the station. Admission: ¥170. Open: 14:00–21:30 except Mon. Yukawa Daini Yokujo: Admission: ¥170. Open: 14:00–22:00. Closed: Wed. Tel. (0557)36-7594 Matsubara Yokujo: Admission: ¥170. Open: 15:00–22:45. Closed: Tue. Tel. (0557)38-8926 Wadayu: Rate: ¥170. Open: 14:30–22:30. Closed: Wed. Tel. (0557)37-0633 Tairyoen Bath: In Hotel Sun Hatoya. Admission: ¥2,000. Open: 8:30–19:00. Tel. (0557)38-4126 Tel. (0557)48-8839 4. ♨ Otsuka (M): In Usami. ♨ Seizan Yamato (R): Tel. (0557)37-3108 5. Ito City Tourist Association: Tel. (0557)37-6105 http://www.itospa.com/tour_guide_e/index.html
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④ Nikko Yumoto 日光湯元 (Nikko City, Tochigi Pref.) 1. Asakusa Sta. (Tokyo) ➞ Nikko Sta.: 1 hr. 45 min. by Tokyu Spacia “Kegon”. Nikko Sta. ➞ Yumoto Onsen: 1 hr. 20 min. by Tobu Bus. 2. In Nikko National Park, alongside Lake Yunoko. Hiking trail through swamps and forests to Lake Chuzenji. 3. Kyukamura NIKKO-YUMOTO (H): on Lake Yunoko. Admission: ¥850 Open: 12:00–16:00 Tel. (0288)62-2421 Yunoya Ryokan (R): In Yumoto. Admission: ¥600. Open: 8:00–20:00 (Sometimes bath closes temporarily. Please check the hours before you visit.) Tel. (0288)62-2431 Wakabaso (M): In Yumoto. Admission: ¥400. Tel. (0288)62-2523 4. Okajin (M): In Chuzenji Tel. (0288)55-0410 Miharashi (M): In Chuzenji Tel. (0288)55-0103 5. Nikko Information Center: Tel. (0288)53-3795 Nikko Tourism Association: Tel. (0288)54-2496 (E) http://www.nikko-jp.org/english/index.html ⑤ Ikaho 伊香保 (Ikaho-machi, Gumma Pref.) 1. Tokyo Sta. ➞ Shibukawa Sta.: 1 hr. 20 min. by JR Joetsu Line, Shibukawa Sta. ➞ Ikaho: 25 min. by bus. 2. A historic street of stone stairs runs for 300 meters in this popular hot spring area. It is flanked by souvenir shops and restaurants. Not far away is the natural beauty of Mt. Haruna and Lake Haruna. 3. Ishidan-no-yu: Admission: ¥400. Open: 9:00–21:00 (Apr.– Oct.), 9:00–20:30 (Nov.–Mar.), Closed: 2nd & 4th Tue. Kogane-no-yukan: Admission: ¥680 Open: 10:00–9:00 (nextday) Ikaho Rotenburo: Admission: ¥450. Open: 9:00–19:00 (Apr.–Sep.), 10:00–18:00 (Oct.–Mar.). Closed: 1st & 3rd Thu. 4. Hotel Tenbo (H): Admission*: ¥1,100. Open:11:00–14:00. Closed: Tue. & Wed. Tel. (0279)72-4489 Fukuichi (R): Admission*: ¥2,000. Open: Mon.–Fri. 14:00–17:00. Tel. (0279)20-3000 5. Shibukawashi Ikaho Town Office: Tel. (0279)72-3155 Ikaho Onsen Tourism Association: Tel. (0279)72-3151 ⑥ Kusatsu 草津 (Kusatsu-machi, Gumma Pref.) 1. Ueno Sta. (2 hr. 30 min. by JR LEX “Kusatsu”, three to four trains daily) ➞ Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Sta. (30 min. by JR Bus) ➞ Kusatsu Onsen 2. A noted ski resort on the slopes of Mt. Shirane. “Yumomi” show by kimono-clad women is seen at Netsu-no-yu; This town is dotted with 18 free public baths. Tourists are welcome, but these baths are used mainly by local residents as a part of their daily life. Please observe Japanese bathing etiquette as you enjoy a traditional public bath in the company of friendly local people. When you stay at any one of the 14 ryokans, which are members of “Wafu Mura”, you can buy a pass for ¥1,000. If the person holding the pass goes to more than five of these ryokans’ hotsprings, they can get Japanese
clogs as a memento. (¥700 per bath per house.) 3. Sainokawara-Rotenburo: Open-air bath at Sainokawara Park. Admission: ¥500. Open: 7:00–20:00 (Apr. 1–Nov. 30), 9:00–20:00 (Dec. 1–Mar. 31). Otaki-no-yu: One of the 18 public bath-houses. Admission: ¥800. Open 9:00–21:00. Shirahata-no-yu: One of the 18 public bath-houses. Admission: Free Open: 5:00–23:00 4. ♨ Kirishimaya Ryokan (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 10:00–19:00. (Reservation needed) Tel. (0279)88-2871 ♨ Hotel Village (H&R): There is an adjoining hot spring complex, “Therme Therme”. Admission: ¥890 (weekday), ¥1,100 (weekend) Hours: 11:00–20:00 (weekday), 10:00–20:00 (weekend) Tel. (0279)88-3232 ♨ Hotel Ichii (R): Tel. (0279)88-0011 5. Kusatsu Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0279)88-0800 http://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp/foreign/index.html ⑦ Echigo Yuzawa 越後湯沢 (Yuzawa-machi, Niigata Pref.) 1. Ueno Sta. (Tokyo) ➞ Echigo Yuzawa Sta.: 75–90 min. by JR Joetsu Shinkansen From Echigo Yuzawa Sta. ➞ Echigo Yuzawa Onsen: 20 min. on foot. 2. Located on a hill overlooking a river. Also noted as a skiing resort. Alpine plant botanical garden, camping site, bird watching, Daigenta Canyon, Yuzawa Fishing Park can be enjoyed during summer. 3. Egami Onsen: Near the station. Admission: ¥400. Open: 7:00–22:00. Closed: Wed. Komakusa-no-yu: At Nunoba Skiing area. Admission: ¥500. Open: 10:00–20:30 (–18:00 in summer). Sake-buro in Ponshukan Museum: The Ponshukan Museum, conveniently located right inside the Echigo Yuzawa Sta. building, offers sake-buro: a hot spring bath containing Japanese sake! Admission: ¥800. Open: 9:00– 19:00 (in summer), 9:00–20:00 (in winter). *Now under construction Renewal open from July 2012. Tel. (025)784-3758 4. Yukiguni no yado Takahan (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 13:00–17:00 (except for Sat., Sun. & national holidays). Tel. (025)784-3333 5. Yuzawa Town Tourist Association: Tel. (025)785-5505 http://www.e-yuzawa.gr.jp/english/index.html Hot Spring “Sento” (Public Baths) In Central Tokyo
Jakotsu-yu ( 蛇骨湯 ): 1-11-11, Asakusa, Taito-ku. 5 min. walk to west from Kaminarimon gate. Cozy atmosphere. Admission: ¥450. Open: 13:00–00:00; Closed Tue. Tel. 03-3841-8645 Ooedo Onsen Monogatari ( 大江戸温泉物語 ): Located at Odaia area, it is a hot spring theme park where you can enjoy a variety of hot springs as well as the traditional lifestyle and culture of he early Edo period. Admission: ¥1,980~ Open: 11:00–9:00 (the next morning) Tel. 03-5500-1127
IN THE VICINITY OF OSAKA AND KYOTO
⑧ Arima 有馬 (Kobe City, Hyogo Pref.) 1. Kyoto Sta. or Osaka Sta. ➞ Sannomiya Sta.: 51 min. or 21 min. by JR special rapid train. Sannomiya Sta. — (via Shin-Kobe Sta.) ➞ Arima Onsen: 40 min. by Shinki or Hankyu Bus. Shinkaichi Sta. (Kobe) ➞ Arima Onsen Sta.: 40 min. by Kobe Dentetsu Railway. Osaka-Umeda — (via Shin-Osaka Sta.) ➞ Arima Onsen: 1 hr.10 min. by Hankyu Bus (Reservation required). 2. A quiet 1,300-year-old hot spring near Mt. Rokko. The nearest spa to the Osaka district. Enjoy a stroll through winding narrow streets. 3. Kinno-yu: Open: 8:00–22:00. Closed: 2nd & 4th Tue. Admission: ¥650. Tel. (078)904-0680 4. ♨ Arima-gyoen (H): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–14:00. Closed: Thu. Tel. (078)904-3737 ♨ Negiya-Ryofukaku (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–14:00, 15:30–19:00. Closed: Fri. Tel. (078)904-0675 ♨ Kakunobo (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–13:30, Closed: Sat & a day before National holiday Tel. (078)904-0771 Mint Resort Inn Arima (H): Admission*: ¥500. Open: 13:00–17:00 (Daily). Tel. (078)903-0023 5. Arima Onsen Information Office: Tel. (078)904-0708 (E)
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Kobe Convention & Visitors Association: Tel. (078)303-0090 (E) http://www.arima-onsen.com/eng/index.html ⑨ Shirahama 白浜 (Shirahama-cho, Wakayama Pref.) 1. Kyoto Sta. ➞ Shirahama Sta.: 3 hrs. Shin-Osaka Sta. ➞ Shirahama Sta.: 2 hrs.15 min. or Tennoji Sta. (Osaka) ➞ Shirahama Sta.: 2 hrs. by JR LEX “Kuroshio” or “Ocean Arrow” on Hanwa & Kisei Lines. Shirahama Sta. ➞ Shirahama Onsen: about 20 min. by Meiko Bus. 2. One of the oldest hot springs along with Arima and Dogo. Unique Engetsuto（円月島）Island, with a hole through its center, is off the coast. Senjojiki （千畳敷）20 min. by bus from JR Shirahama Sta., is located in the point of Setosaki and it’s the huge flat rock. Great view from Senjojiki to the ocean. Sandanbeki（三段壁）10-min. walk from the Senjojiki, is located next to Senjojiki and the rock wall stands up to 50 m straight from the ocean. Try the Shirahama hot springs bathing tour! : Visit all six public hot spring facilities (including two open-air baths) around Shirahama and collect a rubber stamp at each one to receive a souvenir. 3. Saki-no-yu : In Yuzaki. Open-air bath on the beach. Admisson: ¥400 Open: 8:00–17:00 (Oct.–Mar.); 8:00–18:00 (Apr.–Jun. & Sep.); 7:00–19:00 (Jul.–Aug.). Closed: Wed. New Year’s Season. Tel. (0739) 42-3016 4. ♨ A Course (M) Admission*: ¥500. Need to make a reservation Tel. (0739)42-3680 ♨ Kotobuki (M) Admission*: ¥500. Tel. (0739)43-2916 5. Shirahama Tourist Infomation Center (JR Shirahama Sta.): Tel. (0739)42-2900 Shirahama Tourist Association: Tel. (0739)43-5511 ⑩ Nachikatsuura 那智勝浦 (Nachikatsuura-cho, Wakayama Pref.) 1. Kyoto / Shin-Osaka / Tennoji Sta. ➞ Kii-Katsuura Sta.: 3h. 40–4h.20 by JR LEX “Kuroshio” or “Ocean Arrow” on Hanwa & Kisei Lines. 2. A large resort town in a scenic setting. Cruises available around Kino-Matsushima Islets. The famous Nachi waterfall is a 25-min. bus-ride away. Fresh seafoods like Tuna sold at fisherman’s market. Whale watching tour starts from late Apr.–late Sep. Tel. (0735)54-0725, (0735)52-5574 or (0735)52-5311 3. Hama-yu: 10 min. walk from the station. Admission: ¥320. Open: 13:00–22:00. Closed: The 7th & 22nd of each month. Tel. (0735)52-1201 6 bathes: In Hotel Urashima. Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 9:00–19:00. Tel. (0735)52-1011
Private open-air bath: In Hotel Nakanoshima. Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 14:00–21:00 Tel. (0735)52-1111 Takimi-no-yu: In Katsuura-Gyoen Tel. (0735)52-0333: 3-min. walk from Kii-Katsuura Sta. Admission: ¥1,575. Open: 15:00–21:00. Momijiya: In Momijiya Ryokan Admission: ¥300. Open: 15:00–19:00. Tel. (0735)52-0409 Yanagiya: In Yanagiya Ryokan Admission: ¥300. Open: 15:00–21:00. Tel. (0735)52-0317 Kayuu: In Kayuu Ryokan Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 16:00–21:00. Tel. (0735)59-3060 4. Hotel Nakanoshima (H) Tel. (0735)52-1111 Manseirou (R) Tel. (0735)52-0033 5. Nachi-Katsuura Tourist Association: Tel. (0735)52-5311 In front of the station. ⑪ Kinosaki 城崎 (Kinosaki-cho, Hyogo Pref.) 1. Kyoto Sta. ➞ Kinosaki Sta.: 2 hrs. 30 min. –3 hrs. by JR LEX “Kinosaki” on San-in Line. Osaka Sta. ➞ Kinosaki Sta.: 3 hrs. by JR LEX “Kitakinki” on Fukuchiyama Line. 2. The picturesque Otani River with stone bridges runs through the town. A ropeway takes you to Mt. Daishi and Onsenji Temple. Some 20 Memorial Statues of Literature placed in Kinosaki City. Kinosaki Literature Museum: Admission: ¥400. Open: 9:00–17:00. Closed: last Wed. Tel. (0796)32-2575 3. Ko-no-yu: Open-air. Admission: ¥600. Open: 7:00–23:00. Closed: irregularly Jizo-yu, Ichi-no-yu: Admission: ¥600. Open: 7:00–23:00. Closed: Fri. (Jizo), Closed: Wed. (Ichino) Yanagi-yu, Mandara-yu: Admission: ¥600. Open: 15:00–23:00. Closed: Thu. (Yanagi), Closed: Wed. (Mandara) Satono-yu: Admission: ¥800. Open: 13:00–21:00. Closed: Mon. Goshono-yu: Admission: ¥800. Open: 7:00–23:00. Closed: 1st & 3rd Thu. Personal richness in hot springs circulation: Many Kinosaki ryokans offer their guests free passes for town's seven public baths (including the four facilities above). Kinosaki also has several ashiyu: foot baths. An ashiyu is easy way to experience a relaxing hot spring soak with your clothes on. At certain spots, you can drink potable hot spring water; this is supposed to be good for the stomach. 4. Various types of accommodations are available. 5. Kinosaki Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0796)32-3663 http://www.kinosaki-spa.gr.jp/english/english.html Kinosaki Onsen Ryokan Association: Tel. (0796)32-4141 In front of the station.
OTHER RECOMMENDED HOT SPRINGS AROUND THE COUNTRY
⑫ Noboribetsu 登別 (Noboribetsu-City, Hokkaido) 1. Hakodate Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Sta.: 2 hrs. 15 min. by JR LEX “Hokuto” (Hakodate & Muroran Lines.) Sapporo Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Sta.: 1 hr. by JR LEX “Hokuto” or “Suzuran” (Chitose & Muroran Lines.) Noboribetsu Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Onsen: about 15 min. by Donan Bus. Sapporo Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Onsen: 1 hr. 40 min.–3 hrs. by Donan or Chuo Bus. Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) ➞ Noboribetsu Onsen: 1 hr.–1 hr. 10 min. by Donan Bus. 2. Situated in a ravine close to Jigokudani (“Hell Valley”). Bear Ranch and Ainu Village are nearby. 11 types of hot springs pumping up 10,000 lit. (2,361 gallons) of water/day. 3. Sagiri-yu: Admission: ¥390. Open: 7:00–21:30. Tel. (0143) 84-2050 Onsen-Tengoku: in Daiichi Takimoto-kan 7 kinds of hot springs. Admission: ¥2,000 (9:00–16:00), ¥1,600 (16:00– 18:00). Open: 9:00–18:00. Tel. (0143)84-3322 Tel. (0143)84-2101 4. ♨ Noboribetsu Grand Hotel (R): ♨ Ryokan Shiki (R): Tel. (0143)84-3045 5. Noboribetsu Tourism Association http://www.noboribetsu-spa.jp/en/node/616 Tel. (0143)84-3311 ⑬ Zao 蔵王 (Yamagata City, Yamagata Pref.) 1. Yamagata Sta. ➞ Zao Onsen: 45 min. by Yamagata Kotsu Bus. 2. Located on a highland. Noted as a skiing resort and for Juhyo (snow-covered trees depicting monsters). Lake
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Ogamakako with its beautiful emerald-green surface, represents Zao with its superb scenic spot. During the summer, Zao is a treasure house of alpine flora. A trekking expedition is easy thanks to the Chuo Ropeway, which connects the hot springs area to the highlands. Chuo Ropeway: (023) 694-9168 Two other ropeway lines run to other highland areas. 3. Kami-yu, Shimo-yu, Kawara-yu: Public baths often used by local people. Admission: ¥300. Open: 5:30–22:00 4. Lodge Chitoseya (M) Tel. (023)694-9145 Yugiriso (M) Tel. (023)694-9253 Hotel Zao (R) Tel. (023)694-9191 Hotel Jurin (R) Tel. (023)694-9511 5. Zao Onsen Tourist Information Office: Tel. (023)694-9328 next to the bus terminal. ⑭ Naruko 鳴子 (Naruko-cho, Miyagi Pref.) 1. Sendai Sta. ➞ Furukawa Sta.: 15 min. by JR Tohoku Shinkansen. Furukawa Sta. ➞ Naruko-Onsen Sta.: about 40 min. by JR local on Rikuu-to Line. 2. The natural scenery of Naruko Gorge can be enjoyed. Authentic kokeshi (wooden dolls) is the specialty product. 21 Onsen Ryokans joined In-house Bath Tour. Bath tour ticket: ¥1,200 or ¥1,500. 3. Taki-no-yu: Admission: ¥150. Open: 7:00–22:00 4. ♨ Ryokan Bentenkaku (R) Admission*: ¥630. Open: 10:00–15:00 Tel. (0229)83-2461 ♨ Hotel Takishima (H) Admission*: ¥500. Hours: 10:00–15:00 Tel. (0229) 83-3054 5. Naruko Information Center: (In the station.) Tel. (0229)83-3441 Naruko Spa Tourist Association: Tel. (0229)82-2102 http://en.naruko.gr.jp/ ⑮ Nozawa 野沢 (Nozawa Onsen-mura, Nagano Pref.) 1. Nagano Sta. ➞ Togari Nozawa Onsen Sta.: 1 hr. by JR Local on Iiyama Line. Togari Nozawa Onsen Sta. ➞ Nozawa Onsen: 20 min. by Shinshu Bus. 2. A famous ski resort in winter. Ogama is famous as one of the sources of Nozawa’s hot springs. The water that gushes from it is too hot to bathe in, so local people make use of it in other ways. You can watch them gather around to boil vegetables and eggs in the geothermally-heated waters! From spring to autumn, you can also go hiking at Uenoharakogen’s hiking course. 3. Oyu (Old traditional wooden architecture), Nakao-no-yu, Kuma-no-teara-yu, Taki-no-yu, Asagama-no-yu, etc. (13 public baths) Throughout the year. Admission: Free. Open: 6:00–23:00. Onsen Kenko-kan Nozawa: Admission: ¥1,000 Open: 10:00–19:00; Closed Thu. 4. Furusato (M): Tel. (0269)85-2241 Schnee (P): Tel. (0269)85-2012 Tannenhof (P): Tel. (0269)85-3158 Haus St. Anton (H): Tel. (0269)85-3597 5. Nozawa Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0269)85-3155 http://nozawakanko.jp/english/ Nozawa Onsen Village Office: Tel. (0269)85-3114 ⑯ Dogo 道後 (Matsuyama City, Ehime Pref.) 1. Hiroshima Sta. ➞ Hiroshima Port: 30 min. by Hiroshima Bus. Hiroshima Port ➞ Matsuyama Kanko Port: 1 hr. 10 min. by hydrofoil boat or 2 hrs. 48 min. by ferry. Matsuyama Port ➞ Dogo Onsen: 50 min. by Iyotetsudo Bus. Matsuyama Sta. ➞ Dogo Onsen: 20 min. by tramcar. 2. A leading pleasure resort in Shikoku with rich historical
background. Famous for being the birthplace of the poet, Masaoka Shiki and the place remembered in connection with writer Natsume Soseki. Tobe-yaki kilns are located around 35 min. by bus from Dogo. You can get the feeling of the old history of the Edo period at Matsuyama-jo castle. 3. Kami-no-yu & Tama-no-yu: In Dogo Onsen Honkan Ryokan (089-921-5141). Admission: ¥400–¥1,500. Open: 6:00–22:00. Tsubakino-yu: Near the bus terminal. Admission: ¥330. Open: 6:30–23:00. Tel. (089)977-1111 4. ♨ Hotel Okudogo (H&R) : 5. Dogo Onsen Tourist Info. Center: Tel. (089)921-3708(E) Matsuyama City Tourist Information: Tel. (089)931-3914(E) http://www.city.matsuyama.ehime.jp/lang/en/ ⑰ Unzen 雲仙 (Obama-cho, Nagasaki Pref.) 1. Hakata Sta. ➞ Isahaya Sta.: 1 hrs. 30 min. by JR LEX “Kamome” on Nagasaki Line. Nagasaki Airport ➞ Isahaya Sta.: 45 min. by Nagasaki-Ken Kotsukyoku or Shimabara Tetsudo Bus. Isahaya Sta. ➞ Unzen Onsen: About 1 hr. 20 min. by Shimabara Tetsudo Bus. 2. Located on the highland in Unzen-Amakusa National Park. Unzen Jigoku (“hell”) consists of more than 30 bubbling thermal ponds. Known as a summer resort. As many swamps still remain, you can enjoy walking through the natural scenery. 3. Kojigoku: Admission: ¥400. Open: 9:00–21:00. Ashiba-hiroba (foot bath): Admission: free. Open: 9:00–22:00 Yu-no-sato: Admission: ¥100. Open: 7:30–21:00. Closed: 1st day & 20th day 4. ♨ Seiunso (KS) Admission*: ¥630. Open: 10:30–18:00. Tel. (0957)73-3273 ♨ Fukiya (R) Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–16:00. 15:00–16:00 (Wed.) Tel. (0957)73-3211 5. Unzen Tourist Association: Tel. (0957)73-3434 http://www.unzen.org/e_ver/index.html ⑱ Beppu 別府 (Beppu City, Oita Pref.) 1. Beppu Sta. From Kokura Sta. 1 hr. 10 min. by JR LEX “Sonic” on Nippo Line. From Oita Airport 40–50 min. by Oita Kotsu Bus. 2. One of the most thermally active places in the world with scenic topography. The city of Beppu has eight different hot spring areas, each tapping a distinctive mineral water. The eight jigoku (hell) ponds of the Kannawa area, which gush boiling, steaming water, are a must-see. Other 8 springs are barrier-free for disabilities. Famous as having the world’s second largest gushing scale. ◦African Safari: ¥2,300. 9:00–17:00. Tel. (0978)48-2331 ◦Takasaki-yama National Park: ¥500. 8:30–17:00. Tel. (097)532-5010 ◦Marine Palace Aquarium: ¥1,890. 9:00–18:00. Tel. (097)534-1010 3. About 15 public bath houses are in the area. Takegawara Onsen: Open: 6:30–22:30 Admission: ¥100. Sand bath ¥1,000. Natural Sand Bath: Open: 9:00–17:00 (Nov.–Mar.), 8:30– 18:00 (Apt.–Oct.); Admission: ¥780. In Shoningahama Park. Hyotan Onsen: Open: 9:00–1:00am; Admission: ¥700. In Kannawa. 6 kinds of baths such as a steam bath and a cascade bath. Onsen Hoyou Land : Open: 9:00–20:00; Admission: ¥1,050. In Myoban. 6 kinds of baths including a mud bath. 4. ♨ Suginoi Hotel (R&H): Admission*: ¥1,500~ Open: 9:00–23:00 Tel. (0977)24-1141. ♨ Hotel New Tsuruta (R&H): Admission*: ¥630.
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Open: 14:00–21:00 Tel. (0977)22-1110 5. Sightseeing Association Beppu City: Tel. (0977)24-2828 Beppu City Tourist Section: Tel. (0977)21-1111 http://www.city.beppu.oita.jp/51englishpage/index.html Foreign Tourist information office: Tel. (0977)23-1119(E) ⑲ Yufuin 由布院 (Yufuin-cho, Oita Pref.) 1. Oita Sta. ➞ Yufuin Sta.: 50–70 min. by JR Kyudai Line. Beppu Sta. ➞ Yufuin: 1 hour. by Kamenoi Bus. Fare: ¥1,000. 2. At the foot of Mt. Yufu in a quiet, peaceful setting. Enjoy a ride in a horse-drawn carriage (50 min. / ¥1,500 / person) or rental bike (1hr./ ¥200) and a visit to small crafts shops and 30 museums. 3. Shitan-yu (mixed-gender bathing only): Along Lake Kinrin. The tub is covered with a thatched roof. Admission: ¥200. Open: 10:00–21:00. Kenko Onsen-kan: Near Yufuin Sta. Rock bath. Admission*: ¥800. Open: 10:00–21:30. Closed: 2nd & 4th Thu. Tel. (0977)84-2233 4. ♨ Shiroi Buranko (P): Yufuin (P): Tel. (0977)85-3311 ♨ Kuju Lakeside Hotel (H) Tel. (0977)84-3151 5. Yufuin Onsen Tourist Info. Center: Tel. (0977)84-2446 Yufuin Hot spring Tourism Association: Tel. (0977)85-4464 http://yufuin.or.jp/global/index.php?easiestml_lang=en
⑳ Ibusuki 指宿 (Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Pref.) 1. Hakata Sta. ➞ Kagoshima-Chuo Sta.: about 2 hrs. by JR LEX “Relay Tsubame” (Kagoshima Line.) and JR Shinkansen “Tsubame”. Kagoshima-Chuo Sta. ➞ Ibusuki Sta.: 80–90 min. by JR Local (Ibusuki-Makurazaki Line.) Ibusuki Sta. ➞ Ibusuki Onsen: 30 min. on foot or 5 min. by car. 2. Famous for natural hot sand bathing in beach. Facing the picturesque Kinko Bay, the area is filled with a tropical atmosphere. Ikeda-ko, biggest lake in Kyushu. 360° of panoramic view can be seen at Nagasaki-Bana and Mt. Kaimon. Many sports events like marathon, triathlon, wind surfing are held here. 3. 12 public baths are available. Sunamushi Onsen (sand bath): In Sunamushi-Kaikan “Saraku”. Admission: ¥900. Open: 8:30–21:00. Tel. (0993)23-3900 Moto-yu: Admission: ¥300. Open: 7:00–21:00. Tel. (0993)26-4848 Chobo-no-yu: In Ibusuki Iwasaki Hotel (H) Admission: ¥1,050. Open: 5:30–23:00. Tel. (0993)22-2131 Tel. (0993)23-2211 4. ♨ Ibusuki Royal Hotel (H&R) ♨ IIbusuki Hakusuikan (H) Tel. (0993)22-3131 5. Ibusuki Tourist Association Tel. (0993)22-3252
Location of the 20 Listed Hot Springs
Sapporo
12
Sea Of Japan
Morioka
Nigata
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14 Sendai
Fukushima
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Hiroshima Fukuoka
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7 5 4
Tokyo
8 Kyoto
osaka
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Pacific Ocean
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Practical Travel Guide - 809
JAPANESE HOT SPRINGS
Japan, with about 70% of its land covered by mountains, is blessed with thermal hot springs or in Japanese, “onsen.” Over 3,000 hot spring areas are found around the country, ranging from large resorts to small groups of inns isolated in the mountains. On this list are 20 hot springs that JNTO selected for their authentic “onsen” atmosphere, convenience of transportation, and facilities for overseas guests.
Information Reference Numbers:
1. Access 2. Feature(s) 3. Public Hot Spring (For those staying at inns without hot spring baths.)
4. Accommodations H: Hotel, R: Ryokan, M: Minshuku (family-run Japanese-style inn), P: Pension (Western-style “Minshuku”), KS: Kokumin Shukusha (People’s Lodge), YH: Youth Hostel. Those with ♨ mark have hot spring baths. * Admission for a hot spa 5. Information Offices (Phone numbers marked with (E) have information in English.) Note: Numbers in ○ below correspond to those on the map on the last page.
IN THE VICINITY OF TOKYO
① Hakone 箱根 (Hakone-machi, Kanagawa Pref.) 1. Shinjuku Sta. (Tokyo) ➞ Hakone Yumoto Sta.: 1 hr. 15 min. by Odakyu Railway LEX “Romance Car”. Tokyo Sta. ➞ Odawara Sta.: 40 min. by JR Tokaido Shinkansen “Kodama” Odawara Sta. ➞ Hakone Yumoto Sta.: 13 min. by Hakone Tozan Railway. 2. About 17 hot springs such as Yumoto Miyagino & Tonosawa are located in the Hakone area featuring a view of nearby Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashi. 3. Kappa Tengoku: In Yumoto. Open-air bath. Admission: ¥750. Open: 10:00–22:00. Tenzan Rotenburo: In Yumoto-Chaya. Open-air bath. Admission: ¥1,200. Open: 9:00–23:00 Miyagino Onsen-kaikan: In Miyagino. Admission: ¥650. Open: 10:00–20:00. Closed: Thu. Kantaro-no-yu: In Miyagino. Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 10:00–19:00(Weekdays) –20:00(Sat., Sun. & National Holidays). Closed: Fri. (except holiday Fridays) Himeshara-no-yu: In Yumoto. Admission: ¥1,050 (10:00– 18:00.), Admission: ¥600 (18:00–19:15). 4. Hakone Lake Hotel (KS): In Togendai. Admission*: ¥750. Open: 11:00–16:00. Closed: Tue. Tel. (0460)84-7611 http://www.hakone-lakehotel.com/english/englishindex.htm ♨ Fuji Hakone Guest House (M): In Sengokubara. Admission*: ¥1,050/hour. Open: 10:00–15:00. Note: Reservation needed. Tel. (0460)84-6577 Hakone-no-yama (P): In Gora. Tel. (0460)82-1882 Kappa-Tengoku (R): In Yumoto. Tel. (0460)85-6121 Hakone Kowakien Yunessun in Ninotaira is a hot springs spa resort and water amusement park with two zones. The Yunessun spa resort zone requires the wearing of swimsuits, and offers Roman-style baths, a green tea spa and other amenities. The other zone is Morinoyu, a traditional Japanese-style bathing resort, where swimsuits are not worn. Admission: ¥2,600 for Yunessan, ¥1,400 for Morinoyu, ¥3,600 for both zones Yunessun Open: 9:00–19:00 (Mar.–Oct.); 9:00–18:00 (Nov.– Feb.); Morinoyu Open: 11:00–20:00. 5. Hakone Town Tourist Infomation Counter: Tel. (0460)85-5700 Hakone Tourist Information Service: Tel. (0460)85-8911 (E) Kanagawa Ryokan Association: http://www.kanagawa-ryokan.com/english/hakone.htm ② Yugawara 湯河原 (Yugawara-machi, Kanagawa Pref.) 1. T okyo Sta. ➞ Yugawara Sta.: 1 hr. 15 min. by JR LEX “Odoriko” on Tokaido Line. Yugawara Sta. ➞ Yugawara Onsen: 15–20 min. by HakoneTozan Railway Bus or Izu-Hakone Railway Bus. 2. Area extends along the river from mountainous OkuYugawara to the beach. 3. Kogome-no-yu: Next to Manyo Koen (Park). Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 9:00–21:00. closed: Mon. Yutoro Sagasawa-no-yu: Admission: ¥1,350. Open: 10:00–23:00. Closed: Thu. Tel. (0465)62-2688 4. Yugawara Mizunokaori (R): Tel. (0465)62-1830 Yugawara Bay Mandarin House (P): Tel. (0465)62-6353 Shiroyama Bekkan (R): Tel. (0465)62-3960 Sansuiro (R): Tel. (0465)63-1111 5. Yugawara-machi Tourist Center: Tel. (0465)63-4181 In front of the station. Yugawara Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0465)64-1234 http://www.yugawara.or.jp/ ③ Ito 伊東 (Ito City, Shizuoka Pref.) 1. Tokyo Sta. ➞ Ito Sta.: 1 hr. 45 min. by JR LEX “Odoriko” on Tokaido & Ito Lines. 2. Facing the beach and surrounded by mountains. Also features cactus garden and tropical parks. 3. Yukawa Daiichi Yokujo: Near the station. Admission: ¥170. Open: 14:00–21:30 except Mon. Yukawa Daini Yokujo: Admission: ¥170. Open: 14:00–22:00. Closed: Wed. Tel. (0557)36-7594 Matsubara Yokujo: Admission: ¥170. Open: 15:00–22:45. Closed: Tue. Tel. (0557)38-8926 Wadayu: Rate: ¥170. Open: 14:30–22:30. Closed: Wed. Tel. (0557)37-0633 Tairyoen Bath: In Hotel Sun Hatoya. Admission: ¥2,000. Open: 8:30–19:00. Tel. (0557)38-4126 Tel. (0557)48-8839 4. ♨ Otsuka (M): In Usami. ♨ Seizan Yamato (R): Tel. (0557)37-3108 5. Ito City Tourist Association: Tel. (0557)37-6105 http://www.itospa.com/tour_guide_e/index.html
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④ Nikko Yumoto 日光湯元 (Nikko City, Tochigi Pref.) 1. Asakusa Sta. (Tokyo) ➞ Nikko Sta.: 1 hr. 45 min. by Tokyu Spacia “Kegon”. Nikko Sta. ➞ Yumoto Onsen: 1 hr. 20 min. by Tobu Bus. 2. In Nikko National Park, alongside Lake Yunoko. Hiking trail through swamps and forests to Lake Chuzenji. 3. Kyukamura NIKKO-YUMOTO (H): on Lake Yunoko. Admission: ¥850 Open: 12:00–16:00 Tel. (0288)62-2421 Yunoya Ryokan (R): In Yumoto. Admission: ¥600. Open: 8:00–20:00 (Sometimes bath closes temporarily. Please check the hours before you visit.) Tel. (0288)62-2431 Wakabaso (M): In Yumoto. Admission: ¥400. Tel. (0288)62-2523 4. Okajin (M): In Chuzenji Tel. (0288)55-0410 Miharashi (M): In Chuzenji Tel. (0288)55-0103 5. Nikko Information Center: Tel. (0288)53-3795 Nikko Tourism Association: Tel. (0288)54-2496 (E) http://www.nikko-jp.org/english/index.html ⑤ Ikaho 伊香保 (Ikaho-machi, Gumma Pref.) 1. Tokyo Sta. ➞ Shibukawa Sta.: 1 hr. 20 min. by JR Joetsu Line, Shibukawa Sta. ➞ Ikaho: 25 min. by bus. 2. A historic street of stone stairs runs for 300 meters in this popular hot spring area. It is flanked by souvenir shops and restaurants. Not far away is the natural beauty of Mt. Haruna and Lake Haruna. 3. Ishidan-no-yu: Admission: ¥400. Open: 9:00–21:00 (Apr.– Oct.), 9:00–20:30 (Nov.–Mar.), Closed: 2nd & 4th Tue. Kogane-no-yukan: Admission: ¥680 Open: 10:00–9:00 (nextday) Ikaho Rotenburo: Admission: ¥450. Open: 9:00–19:00 (Apr.–Sep.), 10:00–18:00 (Oct.–Mar.). Closed: 1st & 3rd Thu. 4. Hotel Tenbo (H): Admission*: ¥1,100. Open:11:00–14:00. Closed: Tue. & Wed. Tel. (0279)72-4489 Fukuichi (R): Admission*: ¥2,000. Open: Mon.–Fri. 14:00–17:00. Tel. (0279)20-3000 5. Shibukawashi Ikaho Town Office: Tel. (0279)72-3155 Ikaho Onsen Tourism Association: Tel. (0279)72-3151 ⑥ Kusatsu 草津 (Kusatsu-machi, Gumma Pref.) 1. Ueno Sta. (2 hr. 30 min. by JR LEX “Kusatsu”, three to four trains daily) ➞ Naganohara-Kusatsuguchi Sta. (30 min. by JR Bus) ➞ Kusatsu Onsen 2. A noted ski resort on the slopes of Mt. Shirane. “Yumomi” show by kimono-clad women is seen at Netsu-no-yu; This town is dotted with 18 free public baths. Tourists are welcome, but these baths are used mainly by local residents as a part of their daily life. Please observe Japanese bathing etiquette as you enjoy a traditional public bath in the company of friendly local people. When you stay at any one of the 14 ryokans, which are members of “Wafu Mura”, you can buy a pass for ¥1,000. If the person holding the pass goes to more than five of these ryokans’ hotsprings, they can get Japanese
clogs as a memento. (¥700 per bath per house.) 3. Sainokawara-Rotenburo: Open-air bath at Sainokawara Park. Admission: ¥500. Open: 7:00–20:00 (Apr. 1–Nov. 30), 9:00–20:00 (Dec. 1–Mar. 31). Otaki-no-yu: One of the 18 public bath-houses. Admission: ¥800. Open 9:00–21:00. Shirahata-no-yu: One of the 18 public bath-houses. Admission: Free Open: 5:00–23:00 4. ♨ Kirishimaya Ryokan (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 10:00–19:00. (Reservation needed) Tel. (0279)88-2871 ♨ Hotel Village (H&R): There is an adjoining hot spring complex, “Therme Therme”. Admission: ¥890 (weekday), ¥1,100 (weekend) Hours: 11:00–20:00 (weekday), 10:00–20:00 (weekend) Tel. (0279)88-3232 ♨ Hotel Ichii (R): Tel. (0279)88-0011 5. Kusatsu Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0279)88-0800 http://www.kusatsu-onsen.ne.jp/foreign/index.html ⑦ Echigo Yuzawa 越後湯沢 (Yuzawa-machi, Niigata Pref.) 1. Ueno Sta. (Tokyo) ➞ Echigo Yuzawa Sta.: 75–90 min. by JR Joetsu Shinkansen From Echigo Yuzawa Sta. ➞ Echigo Yuzawa Onsen: 20 min. on foot. 2. Located on a hill overlooking a river. Also noted as a skiing resort. Alpine plant botanical garden, camping site, bird watching, Daigenta Canyon, Yuzawa Fishing Park can be enjoyed during summer. 3. Egami Onsen: Near the station. Admission: ¥400. Open: 7:00–22:00. Closed: Wed. Komakusa-no-yu: At Nunoba Skiing area. Admission: ¥500. Open: 10:00–20:30 (–18:00 in summer). Sake-buro in Ponshukan Museum: The Ponshukan Museum, conveniently located right inside the Echigo Yuzawa Sta. building, offers sake-buro: a hot spring bath containing Japanese sake! Admission: ¥800. Open: 9:00– 19:00 (in summer), 9:00–20:00 (in winter). *Now under construction Renewal open from July 2012. Tel. (025)784-3758 4. Yukiguni no yado Takahan (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 13:00–17:00 (except for Sat., Sun. & national holidays). Tel. (025)784-3333 5. Yuzawa Town Tourist Association: Tel. (025)785-5505 http://www.e-yuzawa.gr.jp/english/index.html Hot Spring “Sento” (Public Baths) In Central Tokyo
Jakotsu-yu ( 蛇骨湯 ): 1-11-11, Asakusa, Taito-ku. 5 min. walk to west from Kaminarimon gate. Cozy atmosphere. Admission: ¥450. Open: 13:00–00:00; Closed Tue. Tel. 03-3841-8645 Ooedo Onsen Monogatari ( 大江戸温泉物語 ): Located at Odaia area, it is a hot spring theme park where you can enjoy a variety of hot springs as well as the traditional lifestyle and culture of he early Edo period. Admission: ¥1,980~ Open: 11:00–9:00 (the next morning) Tel. 03-5500-1127
IN THE VICINITY OF OSAKA AND KYOTO
⑧ Arima 有馬 (Kobe City, Hyogo Pref.) 1. Kyoto Sta. or Osaka Sta. ➞ Sannomiya Sta.: 51 min. or 21 min. by JR special rapid train. Sannomiya Sta. — (via Shin-Kobe Sta.) ➞ Arima Onsen: 40 min. by Shinki or Hankyu Bus. Shinkaichi Sta. (Kobe) ➞ Arima Onsen Sta.: 40 min. by Kobe Dentetsu Railway. Osaka-Umeda — (via Shin-Osaka Sta.) ➞ Arima Onsen: 1 hr.10 min. by Hankyu Bus (Reservation required). 2. A quiet 1,300-year-old hot spring near Mt. Rokko. The nearest spa to the Osaka district. Enjoy a stroll through winding narrow streets. 3. Kinno-yu: Open: 8:00–22:00. Closed: 2nd & 4th Tue. Admission: ¥650. Tel. (078)904-0680 4. ♨ Arima-gyoen (H): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–14:00. Closed: Thu. Tel. (078)904-3737 ♨ Negiya-Ryofukaku (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–14:00, 15:30–19:00. Closed: Fri. Tel. (078)904-0675 ♨ Kakunobo (R): Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–13:30, Closed: Sat & a day before National holiday Tel. (078)904-0771 Mint Resort Inn Arima (H): Admission*: ¥500. Open: 13:00–17:00 (Daily). Tel. (078)903-0023 5. Arima Onsen Information Office: Tel. (078)904-0708 (E)
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Kobe Convention & Visitors Association: Tel. (078)303-0090 (E) http://www.arima-onsen.com/eng/index.html ⑨ Shirahama 白浜 (Shirahama-cho, Wakayama Pref.) 1. Kyoto Sta. ➞ Shirahama Sta.: 3 hrs. Shin-Osaka Sta. ➞ Shirahama Sta.: 2 hrs.15 min. or Tennoji Sta. (Osaka) ➞ Shirahama Sta.: 2 hrs. by JR LEX “Kuroshio” or “Ocean Arrow” on Hanwa & Kisei Lines. Shirahama Sta. ➞ Shirahama Onsen: about 20 min. by Meiko Bus. 2. One of the oldest hot springs along with Arima and Dogo. Unique Engetsuto（円月島）Island, with a hole through its center, is off the coast. Senjojiki （千畳敷）20 min. by bus from JR Shirahama Sta., is located in the point of Setosaki and it’s the huge flat rock. Great view from Senjojiki to the ocean. Sandanbeki（三段壁）10-min. walk from the Senjojiki, is located next to Senjojiki and the rock wall stands up to 50 m straight from the ocean. Try the Shirahama hot springs bathing tour! : Visit all six public hot spring facilities (including two open-air baths) around Shirahama and collect a rubber stamp at each one to receive a souvenir. 3. Saki-no-yu : In Yuzaki. Open-air bath on the beach. Admisson: ¥400 Open: 8:00–17:00 (Oct.–Mar.); 8:00–18:00 (Apr.–Jun. & Sep.); 7:00–19:00 (Jul.–Aug.). Closed: Wed. New Year’s Season. Tel. (0739) 42-3016 4. ♨ A Course (M) Admission*: ¥500. Need to make a reservation Tel. (0739)42-3680 ♨ Kotobuki (M) Admission*: ¥500. Tel. (0739)43-2916 5. Shirahama Tourist Infomation Center (JR Shirahama Sta.): Tel. (0739)42-2900 Shirahama Tourist Association: Tel. (0739)43-5511 ⑩ Nachikatsuura 那智勝浦 (Nachikatsuura-cho, Wakayama Pref.) 1. Kyoto / Shin-Osaka / Tennoji Sta. ➞ Kii-Katsuura Sta.: 3h. 40–4h.20 by JR LEX “Kuroshio” or “Ocean Arrow” on Hanwa & Kisei Lines. 2. A large resort town in a scenic setting. Cruises available around Kino-Matsushima Islets. The famous Nachi waterfall is a 25-min. bus-ride away. Fresh seafoods like Tuna sold at fisherman’s market. Whale watching tour starts from late Apr.–late Sep. Tel. (0735)54-0725, (0735)52-5574 or (0735)52-5311 3. Hama-yu: 10 min. walk from the station. Admission: ¥320. Open: 13:00–22:00. Closed: The 7th & 22nd of each month. Tel. (0735)52-1201 6 bathes: In Hotel Urashima. Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 9:00–19:00. Tel. (0735)52-1011
Private open-air bath: In Hotel Nakanoshima. Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 14:00–21:00 Tel. (0735)52-1111 Takimi-no-yu: In Katsuura-Gyoen Tel. (0735)52-0333: 3-min. walk from Kii-Katsuura Sta. Admission: ¥1,575. Open: 15:00–21:00. Momijiya: In Momijiya Ryokan Admission: ¥300. Open: 15:00–19:00. Tel. (0735)52-0409 Yanagiya: In Yanagiya Ryokan Admission: ¥300. Open: 15:00–21:00. Tel. (0735)52-0317 Kayuu: In Kayuu Ryokan Admission: ¥1,000. Open: 16:00–21:00. Tel. (0735)59-3060 4. Hotel Nakanoshima (H) Tel. (0735)52-1111 Manseirou (R) Tel. (0735)52-0033 5. Nachi-Katsuura Tourist Association: Tel. (0735)52-5311 In front of the station. ⑪ Kinosaki 城崎 (Kinosaki-cho, Hyogo Pref.) 1. Kyoto Sta. ➞ Kinosaki Sta.: 2 hrs. 30 min. –3 hrs. by JR LEX “Kinosaki” on San-in Line. Osaka Sta. ➞ Kinosaki Sta.: 3 hrs. by JR LEX “Kitakinki” on Fukuchiyama Line. 2. The picturesque Otani River with stone bridges runs through the town. A ropeway takes you to Mt. Daishi and Onsenji Temple. Some 20 Memorial Statues of Literature placed in Kinosaki City. Kinosaki Literature Museum: Admission: ¥400. Open: 9:00–17:00. Closed: last Wed. Tel. (0796)32-2575 3. Ko-no-yu: Open-air. Admission: ¥600. Open: 7:00–23:00. Closed: irregularly Jizo-yu, Ichi-no-yu: Admission: ¥600. Open: 7:00–23:00. Closed: Fri. (Jizo), Closed: Wed. (Ichino) Yanagi-yu, Mandara-yu: Admission: ¥600. Open: 15:00–23:00. Closed: Thu. (Yanagi), Closed: Wed. (Mandara) Satono-yu: Admission: ¥800. Open: 13:00–21:00. Closed: Mon. Goshono-yu: Admission: ¥800. Open: 7:00–23:00. Closed: 1st & 3rd Thu. Personal richness in hot springs circulation: Many Kinosaki ryokans offer their guests free passes for town's seven public baths (including the four facilities above). Kinosaki also has several ashiyu: foot baths. An ashiyu is easy way to experience a relaxing hot spring soak with your clothes on. At certain spots, you can drink potable hot spring water; this is supposed to be good for the stomach. 4. Various types of accommodations are available. 5. Kinosaki Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0796)32-3663 http://www.kinosaki-spa.gr.jp/english/english.html Kinosaki Onsen Ryokan Association: Tel. (0796)32-4141 In front of the station.
OTHER RECOMMENDED HOT SPRINGS AROUND THE COUNTRY
⑫ Noboribetsu 登別 (Noboribetsu-City, Hokkaido) 1. Hakodate Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Sta.: 2 hrs. 15 min. by JR LEX “Hokuto” (Hakodate & Muroran Lines.) Sapporo Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Sta.: 1 hr. by JR LEX “Hokuto” or “Suzuran” (Chitose & Muroran Lines.) Noboribetsu Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Onsen: about 15 min. by Donan Bus. Sapporo Sta. ➞ Noboribetsu Onsen: 1 hr. 40 min.–3 hrs. by Donan or Chuo Bus. Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) ➞ Noboribetsu Onsen: 1 hr.–1 hr. 10 min. by Donan Bus. 2. Situated in a ravine close to Jigokudani (“Hell Valley”). Bear Ranch and Ainu Village are nearby. 11 types of hot springs pumping up 10,000 lit. (2,361 gallons) of water/day. 3. Sagiri-yu: Admission: ¥390. Open: 7:00–21:30. Tel. (0143) 84-2050 Onsen-Tengoku: in Daiichi Takimoto-kan 7 kinds of hot springs. Admission: ¥2,000 (9:00–16:00), ¥1,600 (16:00– 18:00). Open: 9:00–18:00. Tel. (0143)84-3322 Tel. (0143)84-2101 4. ♨ Noboribetsu Grand Hotel (R): ♨ Ryokan Shiki (R): Tel. (0143)84-3045 5. Noboribetsu Tourism Association http://www.noboribetsu-spa.jp/en/node/616 Tel. (0143)84-3311 ⑬ Zao 蔵王 (Yamagata City, Yamagata Pref.) 1. Yamagata Sta. ➞ Zao Onsen: 45 min. by Yamagata Kotsu Bus. 2. Located on a highland. Noted as a skiing resort and for Juhyo (snow-covered trees depicting monsters). Lake
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Ogamakako with its beautiful emerald-green surface, represents Zao with its superb scenic spot. During the summer, Zao is a treasure house of alpine flora. A trekking expedition is easy thanks to the Chuo Ropeway, which connects the hot springs area to the highlands. Chuo Ropeway: (023) 694-9168 Two other ropeway lines run to other highland areas. 3. Kami-yu, Shimo-yu, Kawara-yu: Public baths often used by local people. Admission: ¥300. Open: 5:30–22:00 4. Lodge Chitoseya (M) Tel. (023)694-9145 Yugiriso (M) Tel. (023)694-9253 Hotel Zao (R) Tel. (023)694-9191 Hotel Jurin (R) Tel. (023)694-9511 5. Zao Onsen Tourist Information Office: Tel. (023)694-9328 next to the bus terminal. ⑭ Naruko 鳴子 (Naruko-cho, Miyagi Pref.) 1. Sendai Sta. ➞ Furukawa Sta.: 15 min. by JR Tohoku Shinkansen. Furukawa Sta. ➞ Naruko-Onsen Sta.: about 40 min. by JR local on Rikuu-to Line. 2. The natural scenery of Naruko Gorge can be enjoyed. Authentic kokeshi (wooden dolls) is the specialty product. 21 Onsen Ryokans joined In-house Bath Tour. Bath tour ticket: ¥1,200 or ¥1,500. 3. Taki-no-yu: Admission: ¥150. Open: 7:00–22:00 4. ♨ Ryokan Bentenkaku (R) Admission*: ¥630. Open: 10:00–15:00 Tel. (0229)83-2461 ♨ Hotel Takishima (H) Admission*: ¥500. Hours: 10:00–15:00 Tel. (0229) 83-3054 5. Naruko Information Center: (In the station.) Tel. (0229)83-3441 Naruko Spa Tourist Association: Tel. (0229)82-2102 http://en.naruko.gr.jp/ ⑮ Nozawa 野沢 (Nozawa Onsen-mura, Nagano Pref.) 1. Nagano Sta. ➞ Togari Nozawa Onsen Sta.: 1 hr. by JR Local on Iiyama Line. Togari Nozawa Onsen Sta. ➞ Nozawa Onsen: 20 min. by Shinshu Bus. 2. A famous ski resort in winter. Ogama is famous as one of the sources of Nozawa’s hot springs. The water that gushes from it is too hot to bathe in, so local people make use of it in other ways. You can watch them gather around to boil vegetables and eggs in the geothermally-heated waters! From spring to autumn, you can also go hiking at Uenoharakogen’s hiking course. 3. Oyu (Old traditional wooden architecture), Nakao-no-yu, Kuma-no-teara-yu, Taki-no-yu, Asagama-no-yu, etc. (13 public baths) Throughout the year. Admission: Free. Open: 6:00–23:00. Onsen Kenko-kan Nozawa: Admission: ¥1,000 Open: 10:00–19:00; Closed Thu. 4. Furusato (M): Tel. (0269)85-2241 Schnee (P): Tel. (0269)85-2012 Tannenhof (P): Tel. (0269)85-3158 Haus St. Anton (H): Tel. (0269)85-3597 5. Nozawa Onsen Tourist Association: Tel. (0269)85-3155 http://nozawakanko.jp/english/ Nozawa Onsen Village Office: Tel. (0269)85-3114 ⑯ Dogo 道後 (Matsuyama City, Ehime Pref.) 1. Hiroshima Sta. ➞ Hiroshima Port: 30 min. by Hiroshima Bus. Hiroshima Port ➞ Matsuyama Kanko Port: 1 hr. 10 min. by hydrofoil boat or 2 hrs. 48 min. by ferry. Matsuyama Port ➞ Dogo Onsen: 50 min. by Iyotetsudo Bus. Matsuyama Sta. ➞ Dogo Onsen: 20 min. by tramcar. 2. A leading pleasure resort in Shikoku with rich historical
background. Famous for being the birthplace of the poet, Masaoka Shiki and the place remembered in connection with writer Natsume Soseki. Tobe-yaki kilns are located around 35 min. by bus from Dogo. You can get the feeling of the old history of the Edo period at Matsuyama-jo castle. 3. Kami-no-yu & Tama-no-yu: In Dogo Onsen Honkan Ryokan (089-921-5141). Admission: ¥400–¥1,500. Open: 6:00–22:00. Tsubakino-yu: Near the bus terminal. Admission: ¥330. Open: 6:30–23:00. Tel. (089)977-1111 4. ♨ Hotel Okudogo (H&R) : 5. Dogo Onsen Tourist Info. Center: Tel. (089)921-3708(E) Matsuyama City Tourist Information: Tel. (089)931-3914(E) http://www.city.matsuyama.ehime.jp/lang/en/ ⑰ Unzen 雲仙 (Obama-cho, Nagasaki Pref.) 1. Hakata Sta. ➞ Isahaya Sta.: 1 hrs. 30 min. by JR LEX “Kamome” on Nagasaki Line. Nagasaki Airport ➞ Isahaya Sta.: 45 min. by Nagasaki-Ken Kotsukyoku or Shimabara Tetsudo Bus. Isahaya Sta. ➞ Unzen Onsen: About 1 hr. 20 min. by Shimabara Tetsudo Bus. 2. Located on the highland in Unzen-Amakusa National Park. Unzen Jigoku (“hell”) consists of more than 30 bubbling thermal ponds. Known as a summer resort. As many swamps still remain, you can enjoy walking through the natural scenery. 3. Kojigoku: Admission: ¥400. Open: 9:00–21:00. Ashiba-hiroba (foot bath): Admission: free. Open: 9:00–22:00 Yu-no-sato: Admission: ¥100. Open: 7:30–21:00. Closed: 1st day & 20th day 4. ♨ Seiunso (KS) Admission*: ¥630. Open: 10:30–18:00. Tel. (0957)73-3273 ♨ Fukiya (R) Admission*: ¥1,000. Open: 11:00–16:00. 15:00–16:00 (Wed.) Tel. (0957)73-3211 5. Unzen Tourist Association: Tel. (0957)73-3434 http://www.unzen.org/e_ver/index.html ⑱ Beppu 別府 (Beppu City, Oita Pref.) 1. Beppu Sta. From Kokura Sta. 1 hr. 10 min. by JR LEX “Sonic” on Nippo Line. From Oita Airport 40–50 min. by Oita Kotsu Bus. 2. One of the most thermally active places in the world with scenic topography. The city of Beppu has eight different hot spring areas, each tapping a distinctive mineral water. The eight jigoku (hell) ponds of the Kannawa area, which gush boiling, steaming water, are a must-see. Other 8 springs are barrier-free for disabilities. Famous as having the world’s second largest gushing scale. ◦African Safari: ¥2,300. 9:00–17:00. Tel. (0978)48-2331 ◦Takasaki-yama National Park: ¥500. 8:30–17:00. Tel. (097)532-5010 ◦Marine Palace Aquarium: ¥1,890. 9:00–18:00. Tel. (097)534-1010 3. About 15 public bath houses are in the area. Takegawara Onsen: Open: 6:30–22:30 Admission: ¥100. Sand bath ¥1,000. Natural Sand Bath: Open: 9:00–17:00 (Nov.–Mar.), 8:30– 18:00 (Apt.–Oct.); Admission: ¥780. In Shoningahama Park. Hyotan Onsen: Open: 9:00–1:00am; Admission: ¥700. In Kannawa. 6 kinds of baths such as a steam bath and a cascade bath. Onsen Hoyou Land : Open: 9:00–20:00; Admission: ¥1,050. In Myoban. 6 kinds of baths including a mud bath. 4. ♨ Suginoi Hotel (R&H): Admission*: ¥1,500~ Open: 9:00–23:00 Tel. (0977)24-1141. ♨ Hotel New Tsuruta (R&H): Admission*: ¥630.
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Open: 14:00–21:00 Tel. (0977)22-1110 5. Sightseeing Association Beppu City: Tel. (0977)24-2828 Beppu City Tourist Section: Tel. (0977)21-1111 http://www.city.beppu.oita.jp/51englishpage/index.html Foreign Tourist information office: Tel. (0977)23-1119(E) ⑲ Yufuin 由布院 (Yufuin-cho, Oita Pref.) 1. Oita Sta. ➞ Yufuin Sta.: 50–70 min. by JR Kyudai Line. Beppu Sta. ➞ Yufuin: 1 hour. by Kamenoi Bus. Fare: ¥1,000. 2. At the foot of Mt. Yufu in a quiet, peaceful setting. Enjoy a ride in a horse-drawn carriage (50 min. / ¥1,500 / person) or rental bike (1hr./ ¥200) and a visit to small crafts shops and 30 museums. 3. Shitan-yu (mixed-gender bathing only): Along Lake Kinrin. The tub is covered with a thatched roof. Admission: ¥200. Open: 10:00–21:00. Kenko Onsen-kan: Near Yufuin Sta. Rock bath. Admission*: ¥800. Open: 10:00–21:30. Closed: 2nd & 4th Thu. Tel. (0977)84-2233 4. ♨ Shiroi Buranko (P): Yufuin (P): Tel. (0977)85-3311 ♨ Kuju Lakeside Hotel (H) Tel. (0977)84-3151 5. Yufuin Onsen Tourist Info. Center: Tel. (0977)84-2446 Yufuin Hot spring Tourism Association: Tel. (0977)85-4464 http://yufuin.or.jp/global/index.php?easiestml_lang=en
⑳ Ibusuki 指宿 (Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Pref.) 1. Hakata Sta. ➞ Kagoshima-Chuo Sta.: about 2 hrs. by JR LEX “Relay Tsubame” (Kagoshima Line.) and JR Shinkansen “Tsubame”. Kagoshima-Chuo Sta. ➞ Ibusuki Sta.: 80–90 min. by JR Local (Ibusuki-Makurazaki Line.) Ibusuki Sta. ➞ Ibusuki Onsen: 30 min. on foot or 5 min. by car. 2. Famous for natural hot sand bathing in beach. Facing the picturesque Kinko Bay, the area is filled with a tropical atmosphere. Ikeda-ko, biggest lake in Kyushu. 360° of panoramic view can be seen at Nagasaki-Bana and Mt. Kaimon. Many sports events like marathon, triathlon, wind surfing are held here. 3. 12 public baths are available. Sunamushi Onsen (sand bath): In Sunamushi-Kaikan “Saraku”. Admission: ¥900. Open: 8:30–21:00. Tel. (0993)23-3900 Moto-yu: Admission: ¥300. Open: 7:00–21:00. Tel. (0993)26-4848 Chobo-no-yu: In Ibusuki Iwasaki Hotel (H) Admission: ¥1,050. Open: 5:30–23:00. Tel. (0993)22-2131 Tel. (0993)23-2211 4. ♨ Ibusuki Royal Hotel (H&R) ♨ IIbusuki Hakusuikan (H) Tel. (0993)22-3131 5. Ibusuki Tourist Association Tel. (0993)22-3252
Location of the 20 Listed Hot Springs
Sapporo
12
Sea Of Japan
Morioka
Nigata
13
14 Sendai
Fukushima
11
Hiroshima Fukuoka
6 15 2 3
7 5 4
Tokyo
8 Kyoto
osaka
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18 19
16
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Pacific Ocean
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