Nyuto Onsen Village

Seven secluded hot springs nestled in the mountains of Senboku, Akita Prefecture. Traditional thatched-roof ryokan are scattered throughout, emphasizing harmony with nature in the bathing experience. Each spring, including Shiraito Falls and Mahago Onsen, possesses distinct water qualities and has served as therapeutic destinations since antiquity.

A collective of seven small onsen areas in Nyuto, Semboku, Akita Prefecture. Thatched-roof hidden baths scattered throughout deep mountain terrain characterize this IP. Known as secret thermal springs since the Edo period, they preserve traditional architecture and offer authentic spa-treatment culture in harmony with nature. Winter snow contrasting with hot springs is particularly renowned.

Seven hidden hot springs deep in Akita's mountains. Known for milky sulfur waters, Tsurunoyu with its thatched roof is called 'Japan's best hidden spring.' An ultimate onsen experience in nature.

An ancient hot spring in Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, known since the Nara period. Nine shared public baths and inns cluster tightly in a narrow valley, preserving the Edo-period onsen town character. The 'hot spring hopping' culture is particularly developed here, with guests traditionally visiting all nine public baths. Recently renewed attention through a 2023 anime film.

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.