Dream Onsen Resorts in Japan You Must Stay At

SO121Updated 4/7/2026

Kusatsu's Yubatake, Ginzan Onsen's snowy scenery, Yufuin's morning mist... Carefully selected exceptional hot spring resorts that every Japanese person wants to visit at least once. All are places where strolling through the hot spring town is enjoyable.

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Japan, Kusatsu, Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture

Gunma boasts a renowned hot spring with abundant hot spring water, including the Yubatake, where 32,300 liters of spring water gush out every minute.

Japan, 〒999-4333 Ginzan-Shindata, Ginzan Onsen, Obanazawa City, Yamagata Prefecture

A fantastical hot spring town where the streets lit by gas lamps, reminiscent of the Taisho era, blend with the snowy landscape.

Japan, Yufuin Onsen, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture

A highland resort in Oita Prefecture overlooking Mount Yufu, with a charming and sophisticated hot spring town.

Japan, 874-0045 Oita Prefecture, Beppu City, Kannawa, Jigoku Meguri Street

Beppu's iconic "Hell Tour" is a famous spot where you can experience the power of the hot springs firsthand.

1251 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan 250-0631

Experience the active volcanic activity of Hakone up close; a truly spectacular spot in a hot spring resort.

Japan, Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, Kinosaki Onsen

A charming hot spring resort in Hyogo Prefecture, where you can enjoy visiting seven public baths and the scent of literature.

Japan, 790-0842 Ehime Prefecture, Matsuyama City, Dogo Yunomachi 5-6

The historic main building in Matsuyama, Ehime, is a famous hot spring resort, also known as the model for the one in the movie Spirited Away.

Japan, 014-1201 Tazawa-sennodate, Tazawako, Semboku City, Akita Prefecture, Sawason'ei Rin 50

A hidden gem among hidden hot springs in Akita, the thatched roof and milky white water create a breathtaking spectacle.

Kurokawa Onsen, Manganji, Minamioguni-machi, Aso-gun, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, 869-2402

A luxurious experience visiting 3 hot springs chosen from inns that are members of the admission ticket in Kumamoto Aso's hidden village.

Japan, Gero City, Gifu Prefecture, Gero Onsen

A famous hot spring in Gifu, gushing forth along the Hida River, with alkaline waters that are excellent for beautifying the skin.

Japan, 059-0551 Hokkaido, Noboribetsu City, Noboribetsu Onsen Town, No Number

A famous hot spring resort in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido, where you can enjoy nine different types of spring water.

Nozawa Onsen Village, Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Enjoy 13 public baths and skiing with superb snow quality in the birthplace of Nozawana pickles.

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