The 100% natural hot water that gushes forth from the source is plentiful and of excellent quality. Yubara Onsen (Hot Spring) Village features a row of unique hot springs for you to enjoy, from the free-of-charge Sunayu (Sand Bath) to Yubara, Shimoyubara, Goroku, Taru and Maga.
[Type] High-Temperature Hypotonic Alkaline Water
[Useful for] Neuralgia, Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Etc.
This museum features displays that introduce the history of Yubara Onsen (Hot Spring), a memorial room dedicated to the noted travel writer Fuyuto Noguchi, a room for playing ping-pong with hot spring slippers and displays of stained glass and other art and craft works.
Dedicated to the conservation and observation of the Special National Monument known as the Japanese giant salamander (Andrias japonicas), this facility also raises freshwater fish from the Asahi River Basin. On August 8th each year, the local Japanese Giant Salamander Festival is held around Yubara Onsen (Hot Spring) Village, where you can see enormous salamander parade floats.
Six Types of Chocolate in the Shape of Yubara’s Symbol—the Japanese Giant Salamander.
Tucked away in a charming and scenic mountain village, this hot spring has long been a favorite among men and women of culture. Known for its high-quality “beauty water,” Okutsu Onsen (Hot Spring) attracts fans from all over Japan, including such authors and artists as Tekkan and Akiko Yosano, Shiko Munakata and Shinji Fujiwara, who authored the novel “Akitsu Springs.”
[Type] Mildly Alkaline Simple Hot Spring Water
[Useful for] Neuralgia, Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Etc.
Onsen Tei offers a buffet of old-fashioned country cooking, with around thirty types of dishes cooked up by local grandmas. The warm miso soup, made with plenty of ingredients, is delicious with a bowl of rice on the side. Children and adults alike are sure to leave with a full belly.
Featuring the famed “beauty water” of Okutsu Onsen (Hot Spring), this day spa facility offers a large public bath with Jacuzzi jets, outdoor baths, family baths and more. With its high ceiling, the large public bath is imbued with a free and easy atmosphere.
This spicy dressing is made with Hime chili peppers, a local specialty.
You’ll want to wander around this hot spring town, known for its historic springs and its local toys, while wearing a traditional yukata (summer kimono). Legend has it that the high priest Ennin discovered the springs in the Heian Period (794-1185) after being led here by a white egret. As a result, you can see statues of Ennin all throughout this old hot spring resort town.
[Type] Sodium/Calcium Chloride Spring Water
[Useful for] Dermatitis, Gastrointestinal Disease, Neuralgia, Etc.
upposedly walked all the way to Kyoto and back in just three steps, this bath features a unique foot-shaped motif.
This museum displays music boxes and wind-up dolls as well as wooden toys from Germany and Switzerland and more. There is also a workshop space where visitors can experience playing with and making toys first-hand.
Made using 100% Yunogo Onsen (Hot Spring) water, this beauty product makes an excellent souvenir.
This outdoor bath has a free and open atmosphere. There is even a special bath for cats and dogs to bathe in.
Said to heal cuts and cure skin disease, this popular hot spring is well known for its therapeutic qualities. There are also many accommodations available in the area.
Offering public baths in charming wooden tubs, this hot spring, which also features a natural rock bath, is well known for its therapeutic qualities. There are also many accommodations available in the area.
Located in the mountains, this hot spring has smooth, slippery water that feels great on the skin. The hot spring features both cypress and rock baths. Lodging is also available.
This is the highest-altitude hot spring in Okayama Prefecture, meaning that you can enjoy bathing in overflowing spring water straight from the source while gazing at the lovely surrounding scenery.
Located in the mountains, this hot spring allows you to savor the simple beauty of a traditional Japanese hot spring. Accommodation is also available at “Itsuki,” an inexpensive public lodge.
The foremost radium spring in the Chugoku Region, this hot spring also has lodging available at “Awakuraso,” an inexpensive public lodge.
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