Hakone Onsen

Japan's highest peak at 3,776 meters, straddling Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures. Its distinctive conical shape has symbolized Japanese culture for centuries, featuring prominently in art, literature, and national identity. Registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 2013, it attracts approximately 300,000 climbers annually, with the official climbing season from July to September.

An Edo period road in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture. Known as a challenging section of the Tokaido Five-Fifty-Three Stations, it featured the Hakone post station. Characterized by stone-paved paths and tree-lined approaches, it is popular as a hiking course. It offers views of Mount Fuji and seasonal beauty as a historic tourist route. Attracting approximately one million visitors annually.

A tourism experience combining kaiseki cuisine and onsen bathing at luxury resort inns in hot spring areas. Offered at inns in Hakone, Izu, Atami, and elsewhere. Approximately 2 million visitors annually experience this premium offering. It integrates Japan's hospitality spirit, food culture, and hot spring traditions, exemplifying Japan's ultimate tourism experience.

A premier resort region in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, representing Kanto tourism. Positioned with commanding Mount Fuji views, it showcases beautiful seasonal landscapes. Rich in hot springs, museums, and attractions. Easy access from Tokyo with over 10 million visitors annually. Its economic impact on domestic tourism is immeasurable.

A major hot spring resort in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, closest to the greater Tokyo area. Developed as a therapeutic destination since the early Showa period, it became a major honeymoon destination post-war. Known for views overlooking Sagami Bay and unique iron-rich waters. Attracts around 4 million visitors annually.

A hot spring resort on the shores of Lake Kawaguchi in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanami Prefecture. Renowned for stunning views of Mount Fuji, with lakeside ryokan established since the early Showa period. Features alkaline simple hot spring waters known for skin-softening properties. Serves as a major gateway for Mount Fuji tourism.

A combined tourist experience of a ropeway over the Owakudani valley in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, paired with adjacent onsen facilities. Uniquely combines views of volcanic gas vents with nearby sulfur hot springs. Since the ropeway's opening in 1964, it has been a flagship Hakone tourist attraction.

A hot spring city boasting the highest volume of spring water in Japan. Known for its 'Beppu Hatto' — eight distinct onsen areas — and 'Jigoku Meguri' (Hell Tour), the city has roughly 2,300 individual springs. Diverse tourism experiences leverage these thermal resources in creative ways.

One of Japan's 'Three Great Hot Springs' in Gunma Prefecture. Roughly 4,000 liters of hot spring water gush per minute from the Yubatake (hot water field), and unique bathing customs include yumomi (water stirring) shows. It consistently ranks among Japan's most popular onsen destinations.

Hokkaido's premier hot spring resort, nicknamed the 'Department Store of Onsen' for its nine different spring types. The Jigokudani (Hell Valley) with rising steam and sulfur scents conveys nature's overwhelming power. Welcoming about three million visitors annually, it excels at hosting international tourists.

A 1,300-year-old hot spring town in northern Hyogo. Seven public bathhouses are scattered along charming willow-lined streets, and the custom of strolling between baths in yukata and geta is the signature experience. Also known as the setting of Shiga Naoya's literary work 'At Kinosaki.'

One of Japan's 'Three Great Hot Springs' alongside Arima and Kusatsu. Its smooth alkaline simple spring water is renowned as a 'beauty bath.' The hot spring town along the Hida River features foot baths and a free open-air spring. The rustic charm of the Hida mountain village adds to its appeal.

One of Japan's three oldest hot springs, located in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture. Visitors can enjoy two types of water: gold spring (iron-rich) and silver spring (carbonate/radium). Beloved by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, this historic resort sits at the foot of Mount Rokko, just 30 minutes from central Kobe. Historical remains including Taiko's bathhouse ruins add cultural depth.