"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
Bessho Hot Springs
Bessho Hot Springs, which is said to be the oldest hot springs in Shinshu area, is a transparent, pure sulfur spring with a light smell. The hot spring is also known as a "Hot spring for beautiful women" because of it...
Nagano Prefecture
Maguese Hot Springs
Maguse Hot Springs is a village-run hot spring located at the upper stream of Maguse River in Kijimadaira village. From the outdoor bath made of rocks, the full view of north Shinano can be seen. It received the Nihon...
Nagano Prefecture
Togari Hot Springs
Togari Hot Springs is located near the Togari Onsen Ski Field and has two hot spring facilities for a day visit. Bathing while looking at the pastoral scenery is very relaxing. The pure spring hot water is known as a ...
Ishikawa Prefecture
Physic Shiramine Hot Spring Hall "Splash"
Hot spring hall "Splash" is where you can either take a bath or relax in a kurhaus style hot spring pool wearing a bathing suit. Bade Zone has 10 types of hot spring bath such as utase-yu or sauna and the Pool Zone is...
Shiga Prefecture
Ogoto Hot Springs
Ogoto hot springs are located in the south-west bank of Lake Biwa with Mt. Hiei, a world heritage site, standing in the background. It is said to be opened in 784 by the founder of Hieizan Enryaku-ji, Saicho. It is a...