As well known, hot springs (in Japanese, “Onsen”) have been loved by Japanese people.These days, some well known hot springs such as Hakone(Tokyo), Beppu(Oita)and Ogoto(Shiga) become popular even among people from abroad. However, there are still many hot springs in Japan be loved by local people for long time. These kind of hot spring are called 秘湯, which means secret hot spring, since it is difficult to find. This time, we introduce these 3 secret hot springs. Check them and get ready for magical Onsen trip!
Tsuru no yu Onsen – Akita
You see the great scenery? Our first recommendation is this Tsuru-no-yu-onsen hot spring.
This onsen located in Akita prefecture, north part of Japan and popular for the scenery. However, the fact that it has 4 types of hot spring is also unique point of there. Each water have another feature. So when you visit here, please enjoy all and find the difference. If you can, visit there in winter. You can enjoy that contrast with rich snow also!
Nigorigo Onsen – Gifu
This Nigorigo Onsen hot spring has great feature, rich nature. This onsen is located in Gifu prefecture and surrounded by rich forest. Recommended season is absolutely autumn, because you can enjoy this colored autumn leaves with emerald green water. However, actually, we strongly recommend night onsen also. Since it is located in rural area, you can enjoy the perfect starry sky!
Janoyu Onsen – Tokyo
Actually, many of secret hot springs are located in rural areas. However, you can find it in even in Tokyo like this 1300 age hot spring, Jyanoyu Onsen. This name Jyanoyu, means “Hot spring of Snake”, is from the myth that injured snake healed his wounds in that onsen, and even today, this spring water is known that good for eczema. Visit here and enjoy long time history of Jyanoyu.
Did you find your favorite? Secret Hot springs are mainly surrounded by rich nature. Once you visit them, you absolutely can enjoy simple Onsen with beautiful nature. Visit Japan and make you feel Japan!
Written by
NAO Takahashi
Chief Writing Officer
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