Tohoku Hot Spring Trips and Tours

Kappa no Yu, a mixed outdoor bath near Okuyagenbashi Bridge, and Futo Kappa no Yu, a separate bath for men and women, offer views while soaking.

During the Edo period, the head inn was located here, and even the feudal lord of the Hirosaki domain bathed here. Of the two public baths, the "Hadaka-yu" is an observation bath.

This inn is set in a primeval beech forest. It boasts a main building constructed in the Taisho era and a Japanese cypress bathtub called 'Hisayasu no Yu,' where the hot spring water bubbles up from beneath your feet.

A hot spring that springs up along Oirase Stream. The slightly warm, high-quality water allows you to bathe while enjoying the lush nature.

This hot spring spreads across the Yasumiya area on the shores of Lake Towada, where the maiden statue stands. The soft water is said to be good for the skin.

This is a relatively new hot spring that first appeared in 1994. You can enjoy a luxurious bath while taking in views of the Tsugaru Plain, Mount Iwaki, and the Sea of Japan.

Located within Kurikoma Quasi-National Park, this hot spring resort boasts tranquil nature. The highlight is the huge fountain that gushes out from a cleft in the cliff about 60 meters below.

Its distinctive feature is its bright orange water. When it springs out, the water is clear, but when it comes into contact with light and air, it changes color. The water is drinkable, and there is a drinking fountain available.

You can enjoy a Namahage Taiko Drum Live and a mini Akita Shamisen Live at the Oga Onsen Community Center and restaurants.

Due to its high salt content, the hot springs are marketed as "salty hot springs." The town-run bathing facility "Moridake Onsen Yuparu" is also popular for its casual atmosphere.

It is the oldest hot spring in the prefecture, with 10 inns located mainly along National Route 108. There are more than 50 sources of hot spring water, and the quality of the water varies at each inn and lodging.

Ihatov is the hometown of Kenji Miyazawa, and is also a hot spring associated with Kotaro Takamura. The rose bath at Hotel Koyokan is very relaxing.

Located at an altitude of about 650m, this famous hot spring is surrounded by the lush nature of the Ou Mountains, and in addition to the inn's indoor baths, there are also open-air baths scattered along the valley.

The water is characterized by its emerald green color, which is caused by Rayleigh scattering of light and changes color depending on the day.

At Shizukuishi Prince Hotel, a detached inn, you can enjoy seasonal views of fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and snow from the open-air bath.

The amount of water that flows from the hot spring is 6,000 liters per minute, making it one of the largest in Japan. Because it is located on Takayama, the ultraviolet rays are strong, making it an ideal place for climatic therapy.

Hanamaki Minami Onsenkyo is the general name for eight hot springs (Matsukura Onsen, Shitodaira Onsen, Watari Onsen, Osawa Onsen, Yamanokami Onsen, Takakura Onsen, Namari Onsen, and Shin-Namari Onsen) scattered along the Toyosawa River in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture. Because they are located along the river, they are referred to as Onsenkyo rather than Onsen-go.

There are four public baths, two foot baths, and one drinking spring, and admission to the public baths is cheap, ranging from 100 to 200 yen.

This traditional hot spring resort holds its famous morning market every day except in winter. There are also some interesting art projects taking place in the hot springs.

Along with Kaminoyama Onsen in Yamagata and Higashiyama Onsen in Fukushima, this hot spring is one of the three great hot springs in the Ou region. There are two public baths.

The locals say that this hot spring is a medicinal bath that is said to be effective against wounds and burns.

It is famous for its effects on the eyes, and since ancient times it has been said that "the wound is the tip of the sickle, and the eye is the ohara". There is a rock bath called Katsura no Yu along the Shiroishi River.

A hot spring located about 750 meters above sea level on the slopes of Mt. Azuma. Known for its high concentration of sulfur, it has long been used as a therapeutic hot spring. It has a public open-air bath.

This hot spring town stretches along the Arakawa River and has flourished as a therapeutic hot spring resort since ancient times. There are many inns with unique hot springs that gush out from their own sources.

Located in the innermost part of the Oku-Tsuchyu Onsen area, Mito carved out of an 800-year-old cypress tree.

This hot spring is famous for its effectiveness in treating skin diseases. The soft milky waters of the open-air bath, "Kimen no Yu," are lit up at night.

A hotel located near Goshiki-pond. The open-air bath, constructed with rocks piled up from the eruption of Mount Bandai, features a rustic and natural design.

The gentle hot spring water springs from Aizu's famous mountain, Mt. Bandai. The baths are popular for their modern design that Image the scent of hiba and Aizu lacquerware.

This hot spring is known for its effectiveness in treating gastrointestinal ailments and has flourished as a therapeutic hot spring since ancient times. The water is an acidic spring, and is effective in treating gastrointestinal ailments, neuralgia, and rheumatism.

In addition to the "Ashi Poppo Footbath" in the hot spring town, there is also a footbath in front of the Kinseisha Shrine, which enshrines Kinsei, a deity believed to bring fertility.

The hot spring is highly salty, which is where the name "Netsushio" comes from, and it is also known as "Kodakara no Yu." There is a public bath and foot bath in front of Jigenji Temple.

The source temperature is low at about 40 degrees, and it is known for its murky, lukewarm water. There is a lodging called "Nicchu Onsen Yumotoya."

The hot water, which has healed historical figures since ancient times, slowly seeps into the body and leaves the skin feeling silky smooth.

The clear, colorless water is gentle on the skin and is perfect for soothing the fatigue of sports such as skiing.