Best Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento) around Tohoku Spot List

One of Japan's three major onsen, with a history dating back about 1,500 years. Indulge in a soak with a magnificent view of the valley.

An isolated inn with a mysterious atmosphere, located deep in the mountains

The only inn in the area where you can feel an atmosphere of tradition and relax by soaking in a bath surrounded by the grand nature

An onsen facility in the woods at the base of Mt. Zao

An inn popular for its spacious and comfortable guestrooms

Immerse yourself in the superb relaxing moment with a quaint Japanese atmosphere

Therapeutic onsen with effects that remain long after your visit

A relaxing hotel to unwind in

A rustic hotel near the entrance of the Seven Swamps of Tsuta

Soak in the therapeutic spring waters of the private spring at the sister ryokan, Yumeya

A hotel with Yonezawa beef, spa services and private baths

This hotel's highlight is the open-air bath that overlooks its garden

Featuring private baths that are the largest in size and number in the prefecture

A walking path around rising volcanic smoke

Open-air baths in every guest room

Witness the beauty of cliffs cloaked in steam rising from hot springs in the ravine

One of Tsukioka's most luxurious inns

Tohoku's biggest therapeutic onsen boasts Japan's largest volume of hot spring water and highest acidity

Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting

A variety of fascinating baths are available, including a large one resembling the Kurhaus