Onsen de relax - How about relaxing at Japanese Onsen ?
This is a blog by thmiyake about various Japanese hot springs I visited. Many of them are combination with short trips, daily climbing etc especially around Kanto area.
Onsen de relax - How about relaxing at Japanese Onsen ?
This is a blog by thmiyake about various Japanese hot springs I visited. Many of them are combination with short trips, daily climbing etc especially around Kanto area.
Located at the entrance to Shibu Onsen in Shinshu Yudanaka, Yashirokan is a historic inn right where the cobblestone streets begin. From its grand entrance sign to the vermilion arched bridge leading to the baths, the whole place breathes history.
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Tsurumaki Onsen is just about an hour from Shinjuku on the Odakyu Line, making it the perfect spot for those spontaneous “I need a soak!” moments that hit you in the early afternoon. Known for its high calcium content, the water here is a slightly alkaline calcium/sodium chloride spring that’s believed to have great healing properties.
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I’ve been to the nearby Ujiie Matsushima Onsen once before, but I heard that Kitsuregawa has a completely different—and excellent—water quality, so I decided to go and see for myself.
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I traveled through Hakone and Izu from January 4th to 7th. The theme this time was staying at inns with historical architecture. Our first stop was the Fujiya Hotel in Hakone Miyanoshita—a classic hotel founded in 1878, famous for its grand architecture and beautiful Japanese garden. The bellboy shared some fun stories on the way to our room, and it was funny to hear that the “new wing” we were staying in was actually built back in 1963!
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Hakoyu in Shuzenji was opened to revive the traditional public bath crawl. The spacious wooden tub feels amazing! While it’s a bit of a shame there’s a slight chlorine scent due to the circulation system, the place is kept very clean and it really warms you up to the core.
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Ochairou Murakami is a traditional ryokan in Yugashima Onsen. The building is a designated Tangible Cultural Property, and right from the entrance, you’re greeted by a striking plum blossom-shaped decoration. The walk to the rooms along the hallways, with views of the elegant garden, is incredibly peaceful and relaxing.
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