"Ten Thrilling Scenic Sites -Travel to Chubu中部*" is a catchphrase that expresses the attraction of Chubu, central Japan area, in ten themes of 「景」「花」「史」「跡」「博」「祭」「楽」「浴」「食」「産」.
Hot Springs
Restful, Relaxing, and Restorative Hot Springs
Blessed with abundant nature, the Chubu region is a treasure-trove of hot springs, whether well-known or secluded. Let the soothing waters carry your cares away as you gaze upon a view of the sea from a hot spring in the mountains.
Nagano Prefecture
Shimosuwa Hot Springs
Shimosuwa Hot Springs is located near Suwa Taisha Shimoyashiro Akimiya Shrine. It is a quiet hot spring town which still retains the atmosphere of the Shimosuwa-juku along the former Nakasendo Highway. There are some ...
Nagano Prefecture
Hirugami Hot Springs
Hirugami Hot Springs is one of the top hot springs in southern Shinshu. Many large hotels, ryokans, and day-use hot spring facilities are lined up along on both sides of Achi River. There are almost no restaurants and...
Nagano Prefecture
kamisuwa Hot Springs
In the hot spring town of Kamisuwa overlooking Lake Suwa, very famous Suwa Lake festival and fireworks festivals are held in the summer. You can enjoy fireworks throughout this period, including the Lake Firework Fest...
Nagano Prefecture
Utsukushigahara Hot Springs
This hot spring town filled with nostalgic atmosphere is located in the east side of Matsumoto city, at the foot of Utsukushigahara Kogen overlooking the grand Northern Alps. It has a long history of 1,300 years. In p...
Nagano Prefecture
Asama Hot Springs
Asama Hot Spring Town, with more than 1,000 years of history, has been known as okuzashiki (inner room) for Matsumoto Castle town. This hot spring town, which has been loved by literati, has various ryokans, public ba...