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A special feature on strolling around hot spring towns.
Enjoy strolling through a hot spring town, surrounded by outdoor baths, footbaths, shopping streets, and rising steam.
JEPS / Special Feature / A Stroll Through a Hot Spring Town
TRAVEL THEME GUIDE
Choose the places you want to go based on the purpose of your trip.
This guide compiles a list of hot spring towns, footbaths, shopping streets, public baths, and nearby sightseeing spots that you might want to explore before or after checking into your accommodation.
FIND YOUR STYLE
Search based on your mood
You can choose from a variety of options to suit your travel style, including overnight stays at hot springs, day trips to baths, food tours, and evening strolls.
Search by the scenery you want to see.
Search by how you want to plan your trip.
PICK UP
First, the spots you'll want to see
We have prepared three entrances, each with a different feel, to match the theme.
HOURLY RECOMMEND
Recommended spot
Multiple recommended spots will be displayed, and the sorting order will automatically change every hour.
Dogo Onsen Main Building
Walking through the heart of the hot spring town.
Ginzan hot spring town
Take a stroll through the retro townscape.
Arima Onsen town
Walking through a historic hot spring town.
Gero hot spring town
A hot spring town that's easy to combine with a trip to Hida.
Beppu Hell Tour
Enjoy the scenery of the hot spring resort.
Atami Station Shopping Street
It's easy to stop by before or after a hot spring trip.
Awara Onsen Footbath
A footbath you can easily drop into.
Echigo Yuzawa hot spring town
A hot spring town in a snowy region, easily accessible on foot from the station.
BEFORE YOU GO
Things to check before you go out
Checking the season, weather, traffic, and peak hours will make it easier to plan your trip.
The best time to visit and opening hours vary depending on the season.
Check for parking, public transportation, and shuttle service availability.
We'll also consider times that are easier to move around in, such as morning or evening.
Plan your trip to include meals, hot springs, and accommodation.
NEXT TRIP
From a place that interests you, on to your next journey.
From the details page, you can create your travel itinerary by combining it with nearby sightseeing and accommodation.
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Accommodations you might want to compare as well
When strolling through a hot spring town, comparing accommodations that allow you to enjoy visiting various public baths, trying local food, and exploring riverside areas and old townscapes will make it easier to create a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
- Kawaguchiya Kinosaki Riverside Hotel This inn is perfect for exploring Kinosaki Onsen, offering a tour of its public baths and views of the Maruyama River, making it ideal for strolling around the hot spring town.
- Fukumotokan – This inn is perfect for a relaxing stay in a hot spring town, where you can enjoy the beauty-enhancing hot springs of Nanasawa Onsen and wild boar hot pot.
- Celebration Inn Juan – This is a hot spring inn in Nikko's Kawaji Onsen where you can enjoy 100% natural hot spring water and traditional Japanese cuisine.
- Oshuku Onsen Kawacho – This inn is located in a hot spring resort with a history of over 450 years, where you can enjoy natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source and homemade cuisine.
FAQ
Hot Spring Town Stroll Feature | What kind of inbound tourists are suited to a trip walking through a town filled with the steam of hot springs?
Our Hot Spring Town Stroll Guide | A trip exploring towns filled with the steam of hot springs is perfect for travelers who want to compare accommodations, sightseeing, experiences, and local stays in Japan. Considering your travel purpose, companions, and travel time will help you narrow down your options.
Before viewing information related to our "Strolling Through Hot Spring Towns" feature, is there anything you should check?
Please check the opening days, access information, booking conditions, seasonal variations, weather impacts, and the latest official announcements. For pricing and service details, it is best to prioritize information from each facility or their official sources.
What else can be compared using JEPS?
JEPS allows you to compare accommodations, experience facilities, surrounding attractions, and regional travel information. Reference Information: Our special feature on strolling through hot spring towns introduces ways to enjoy the area, including walks, food tours, souvenirs, rest areas, accommodations, and surrounding sightseeing. You can compare accommodations, transportation, seasons, surrounding sightseeing, and experience facilities to help plan your trip to Japan.
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