Beppu

One of Japan's three oldest hot springs, nestled in the hills behind Kobe. Two distinct spring types — 'gold' (kinsen) and 'silver' (ginsen) — complement the charming atmosphere of ryokan and souvenir shops lining narrow hillside lanes.

A hot spring town centered on Dogo Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot springs. The Dogo Onsen Honkan bathhouse is known as the setting of Natsume Soseki's 'Botchan,' and visitors enjoy strolling the shopping arcade and foot baths.

A volcanic region in Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture. Offers diverse attractions including dramatic Mount Fuji views, Lake Ashi, numerous hot springs, and aerial ropeway experiences. Famous for its natural beauty and mountain resort atmosphere, attracting approximately 20 million visitors annually. Popular gateway destination from Tokyo.

Island in Japan's southwest region rich in hot springs, volcanic landscapes, and historical structures. Notable hot spring areas including Beppu and Yufuin alongside natural attractions like Sakurajima and Aso Volcano. Western cultural heritage including Nagasaki's Glover House abundant. Receives tens of millions of visitors annually as important tourism region, particularly popular with Asian tourists.

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.

Japan's largest hot spring resort in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. Boasts the highest number of spring sources and water output in Japan. Famous for the 'Hell Tour' visiting seven unique hot springs including Chi-no-Ike Jigoku and Onisshizaka Jigoku. Known for diverse water types including sulfur, carbonated, and mud baths. Attracts over 8 million visitors annually.