Nyuto Onsen Thatched Roof Culture

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.

Eight distinct hot springs scattered at the base of Mt. Akita-komaga, Tazawa Lake, Senboku, Akita. Each inn operates independent spring sources with diverse mineral properties. Particularly developed is the 'bath-hopping ticket' system enabling day-trippers to experience multiple springs. Winter snow bathing and seasonal foliage from spring through autumn showcase nature's transformations.

Nyuto hot spring region in Senboku, Akita Prefecture. Composed of seven wild springs with traditional thatched-roof bath houses uniformly designed. Integrated into forest landscape to achieve thorough nature harmony. Originating from Edo-period miner culture, maintains primitive bathing practices. Deliberate rejection of modernist renovation preserves rustic hot spring traditions, recognized as a cultural asset symbolizing Japan's philosophy of nature integration.

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.