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

Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting

A spring born of the prayers of a Buddhist monk named Dochi

Relax at the first onsen in the Kansai region approved by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare as a facility promoting health through onsen bathing

A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs

Drawing from two historic sources of water, this open air bath has a nostalgic atmosphere typical of traditional public baths

Therapeutic onsen with effects that remain long after your visit

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

A colorless hot spring on a small, quiet road. The ”silver spring” is both carbonated and enriched with radium

Soak in the hot springs while looking out through the pine forest at Shirahama Beach

Relax and relieve yourself of daily stress and exhaustion

Arima Hot Spring, located an hour's trip away from Osaka, is known as a retreat in the Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe areas. It is famous for being one of Japan's three oldest hot springs.

An established accommodation that offers a famous onsen and cuisines made from carefully selected ingredients

Conveniently located next to the station. A completely western-style outdoor bath

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

Jakotsuyu is a sento (public bathhouse) that dates from the Edo Period. Its convenient location in Asakusa make it an excellent stop after a day of sightseeing. Enjoy the natural hot spring and open-air baths.

Kinosaki’s oldest outdoor bath

A relaxing accommodation loved by women

Fun and easy open-air hot spring bathing

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

This outdoor, natural bath is even popular in winter