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

The most popular of Kinosaki’s outdoor baths. The dynamic waterfall is a favorite

An enormous spa resort with an undervalued hotel

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

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

Foreign Visitors WELCOME! SENTO. This establishment warmly welcomes international tourists.

Foreign Visitors WELCOME! SENTO. This establishment warmly welcomes international tourists.

Foreign Visitors WELCOME! SENTO. This establishment warmly welcomes international tourists.

Foreign Visitors WELCOME! SENTO. This establishment warmly welcomes international tourists.

A cozy onsen hotel where kids are welcome

Noboribetsu is a historic onsen (hot spring) area opened in the Edo period that uses the steaming Jigokudani as its source. The area hosts plenty of attractions besides Jigokudani.

High up in the west Daisetsuzan mountains, this hot spring can be found on the path to a summit

Only an hour out of the city: Sapporo's own hot spring town

A lively onsen area brimming with shops

Dig in the sand to unveil this hot spring

Daisetsuzan National Park's most famous hot spring town. It bustles with activity during the autumnal foliage season

A gentle lake surface and billowing mountain make for a view of curious contrast

One of the world's rare moor hot springs

Hot spring steam drifts through the town: a picture perfect onsen

A 20-minute drive from central Otaru; a hot spring town surrounded by nature

A popular outdoor bath near the lake shore