Experience hot springs in Japan

2024/09/24

The hot springs of Japan are well-known for providing both a deeply relaxing and culturally enriching experience. Due to its volcanic activity, Japan has numerous natural hot springs, which are known for their curative properties due to the minerals in the water. Let's have fun at Japanese hot springs!

What are the best ways to choose hot springs?

Japan offers a wide range of hot springs to enjoy. At their simplest, they are made up of water that has been naturally heated underground.

Similarly, hot spring water may contain a variety of dissolved minerals, which can give it different colors, smells, and health benefits. The combination of different types of baths, their ambiance, and surroundings provides an endless number of ways to enjoy hot springs.

Things to bear in mind while at hot spring resorts

Be mindful that if you make a lot of noise while on a trip at a hot spring resort, it could disturb other customers. If you drink too much alcohol and become intoxicated, you could cause trouble for others. Be careful not to speak loudly in areas where other people are coming alone, like the hallway or the public bath.

When using hot springs, make sure to leave towels outside since they are not allowed in the bathtub. To avoid getting wet, it's a good idea to tie up your long hair with a hair tie.

Women are particularly prone to this behavior, so if there are many people in the changing room with amenities like hair dryers and lotion, shorten the time it takes to use the hair dryer as soon as possible. If other people are waiting, do the same.

What items should you bring to a hot spring inn?

The hot spring inn provides most of the amenities, but there are some things you can bring with you in case something goes wrong.

A wallet containing only small change,
Cell phone
Mobile charger
Handkerchief
Tissue Wet tissue
Bansoko
Regular medicine
Sanitary products
Hair ties (for people with long hair to prevent their hair from getting wet in the hot spring water)
Lotion
Emulsion
Foundation

Shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, comb, hair dryer, etc. are not required if they are included in the amenities, but if not, make sure to bring them.

What can hot springs be enjoyed like?

A view of the hot spring area

In Japan, there are hot spring inns that offer beautiful scenery, including ones that are surrounded by the sea on all sides and located in the mountains. It's advisable to consult with a travel agent about the hot spring resort's scenery before choosing a hot spring inn, check the website, or make your own inquiries.

Hot springs' history

If the hot spring inn is a historical hot spring that has continued since the Edo period, what was the historical background of this hot spring? What was the impetus at that time? How was this hot spring created? What happened after that?

Compared to entering into a hot spring without knowing anything about it, knowing beforehand allows you to contemplate the hot spring and the person who created it in the past in depth. It's possible that there's more to it.

Is there a tourist attraction located nearby the hot spring inn?

If you wish to experience both hot springs and beautiful scenery and local specialties, it would be a wise decision to visit a place that has shops, souvenir shops, power spots, famous temples, theme parks, and sightseeing spots nearby.

Popular hot springs

Noboribetsu Onsen

Noboribetsu Onsen is an iconic hot spring that symbolizes Hokkaido. Lake Toya and the Bear Farm, as well as other tourist destinations nearby, make it a popular destination.

Kusatsu Onsen

Kusatsu Onsen is a popular hot spring in Japan. There are many tourists from the Kanto area in the area.

Hakone Onsen

The hot spring that has been popular since ancient times is believed to be the inner sanctuary of Edo. Hakone Yumoto Onsen, which is lined with numerous inns, and Gora Onsen, which is lined with luxurious inns, are highly popular with overseas travelers and have become a well-known hot spring town.

Beppu Onsen

Beppu Onsen, famous for its 'Hell Tour', has long been popular for company and family trips. At present, it is becoming one of Japan's most popular and largest hot spring resorts.

To enjoy sightseeing in Japanese hot spring, we suggest using CBL service

Japan's hot springs are known for providing a deeply relaxing and culturally enriching experience. Japan has many natural hot springs because of its volcanic activity, and the minerals in their water are known for their curative properties.

When you visit Japanese hot spring, we recommend using a our taxi service [Charter Bus & Limousine Japan] . Sightseeing taxis are recommended for both first-time travelers to Japanese hot spring and repeat visitors as they allow you to adjust the route based on your individual travel goals and interests. A Full Size Van is capable of accommodating up to 9 people for efficient sightseeing.

Have fun taking trips to Japanese hot spring!

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