hot spring
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Beppu, Oita | One of the most famous hot spring resorts
Beppu is located in the central part of Oita, on the coast of Beppu Bay in Kyushu. It is one of Japan’s most famous onsen resorts, and you can see and experience some unique hot springs here.
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Shirahama Beach, Wakayama | Beautiful nature and one of the best hot spring resorts in Japan
Shirahama in Wakayama is a popular beach resort with hot springs nearby. You can enjoy a white sandy beach, beautiful viewing spots, a zoo with pandas, and more.
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Nachi Katsuura, Wakayama | Beautiful Nature and Delicious Tuna
Nachi-Katsuura is a small town in Wakayama that is famous for its early-morning tuna auction and nice hot springs. The city itself is very attractive and also a starting point of the popular Kumano Kodo route.
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Matsushima and Naruko Onsen, Miyagi | Beautiful scenery created by Mother Nature
Matsushima near Sendai on the northern Pacific coast, is considered one of the three most scenic spots in Japan while still being off the beaten path. Just a one-hour train ride away is resort town Naruko Onsen.
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Yamagata City, Yamagata | A city surrounded by beautiful and magnificent nature
Yamagata City is a centrally located town within a short distance of famous sightseeing areas like Mt. Zao with its onsen, hiking spots, winter sports areas, and Yamadera.
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Lake Tazawa, Kakunodate, Nyuto Onsen, Akita | Some of the best hot springs in Japan
Akita is not on the top of the list for destinations within Japan for the average foreign tourist, which is in part due to its remote location. However, for nature-lovers and those interested in history, it is certainly worth the trek up north!
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Kawayu Onsen, Hokkaido | Unusual volcanic hot spring
Kawayu Onsen is a resort of hot springs in the middle of Akan National Park in Hokkaido. It is a good place to stay if you want to discover the natural bounty of the surrounding park.
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Noboribetsu Area, Hokkaido | Unspoiled and beautiful wilderness and activities that make the most of it
The area around Noboribetsu is best known for its mineral-rich hot spring area, but there are other attractions in the region as well. Learn more about this attractive part of Hokkaido.
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Akan Mashu National Park, Hokkaido | Beautiful wilderness formed by volcanic activity
The Akan Mashu area was formed by volcanic activity around 6000 years ago. Akan Mashu National Park is especially known for its 3 beautiful lakes; Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, and Lake Kussharo.
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Japan’s beautiful landscapes and wonderful hot spring resorts
Tectonic activity doesn’t just bring earthquakes and volcanic eruptions with it, it also brings great natural hot spring areas where we can relax and get rid of all kinds of physical ailments.
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Spring 2025 Hokuriku Japan Tour The Haiku Route (9d/8n)
Japan’s Hokuriku Region consists of Fukui, Ishikawa, and Toyama Prefectures. There are many attractive places with beautiful scenery and various crafts developed in this area a long time ago. Come and discover this unspoiled region with us in the summer!