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

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

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

The serene atmosphere and space provide a leisurely onsen experience for travelers

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

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

Fully equipped to accommodate international visitors. Offers cashless payment options, towel rentals, and discount coupons specifically for travelers from abroad.

Fully equipped to accommodate international visitors. Offers cashless payment options, towel rentals, and discount coupons specifically for travelers from abroad.

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

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

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

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

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 lively onsen area brimming with shops

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