Natural hot springs (onsen) are numerous and highly popular across Japan.
Every region of the country has its share of hot springs and resort towns, which come with them.
A well-known spa resort surrounded by trees with glorious fall colorsOffering nine different varieties of thermal water, Nobo...
The perfect spot to enjoy a selection of thermal spas set against a rich tapestry of fall foliageNestled between the Aso-Gair...
A picturesque thermal spa resort set against a brocaded backdrop of wooded mountainsLocated at the foot of Mount Yufu, Yufuin...
Soak up the Beauty of Tsukioka Hot Spring Niigata Prefecture ranks third in Japan in terms of the number of hot springs it’...
A hot-spring village featuring 17 well-known spas and noted for the beauty of its fall foliageThe village of Hakone Onsenkyo ...
The Kansai region's "back parlor," which looks its prettiest in fall huesArima Onsen is one of Japan's three oldest hot sprin...
A hot-spring village offering varied vistas of fall foliageKirishima Jingu Onsenkyo is distinguished by the natural beauty of...
A secluded spa resort fringed with vivid fall foliageSet deep in a virgin broadleaf forest, the spa village of Nyuto Onsenkyo...
A small, secluded hot spring resort nestled in fall foliageSituated in the upper reaches of the Shibetsu River, Yoroushi Onse...
An ancient spa offering the perfect spot to enjoy fall in MatsuyamaWith three thousand years of history behind it, Dogo Onsen...
The perfect destination for a fall break, offering cloudy mineral baths and oceanic vistas of fall foliageSet in the foothill...
The World of YukataKinosaki is a historic gem of Japan with a beautifully preserved landscape and 7 public hot springs, or so...
A Thousand Years of Hot SpringsThe Yumura hot springs have been attracting people for over a thousand years. What distinguish...
Just a stone’s throw from Matsue and the shores of Lake Shinji you’ll find Tamatsukuri Onsen, a primeval spot home to one...
Alongside a babbling brook at the foot of Tottori’s Mount Mitoku lies Misasa Onsen, a charming hot spring resort town whose...