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

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

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

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

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

A relaxing accommodation loved by women

A cozy onsen hotel where kids are welcome

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

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

One of the world's rare moor hot springs

Dig in the sand to unveil this hot spring

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

A lively onsen area brimming with shops

Hakodate's greatest hot springs, ripe with history and port town charm

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

A popular outdoor bath near the lake shore

A river of hot spring water winds through old-growth trees of Noboribetsu

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