Visiting onsen (hot springs) is one of the most popular leisure in Japan. There are a lot of onsen all over Japan. So, you may wonder which onsen to go. Here is a list of great onsen in Japan.
*Japanese hot springs below are listed in alphabetical order.
Atami is a famous spa resort in Kanto region. There are lots of inns and attractions in Atami.
It's known as the oldest hot spring in Japan. Dogo Onsen main building is the main attraction here.
Echigo Yuzawa is a popular snow and hot spring resort in Niigata. Since it's easy to access to Echigo Yuzawa from Tokyo, millions of people visit here every year.
Gero Onsen is known as one of the best three hot springs in Japan. It's located in the valley along Hida River.
Hakone is a pupular sightseeing spot in Japan with various attractions. Lots of onsen are available here.
It's a large onsen town along Kinugawa River.
Kusatsu Onsen is one of the largest hot spring resorts in Japan. Mt. Shirane volcano is a popular sightseeing spot neat Kusatsu Onsen.
It's the most popular spa resort in Hokkaido. More than 3 million people visit Noboribetsu Onsen every year.
Shirahama is famous for its beautiful beaches and great hot springs.
It's one of the best onsen in Kyushu. The view of Yufuin-dake mountain is wonderful.
