If you want to heal your tired body from sightseeing and activities, hot springs are the best!
So, this time we will introduce 8 day-trip hot springs that are loved by locals and are located around Guest House Watausagi in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture.
Day trip natural hot spring “Komagi no Yu”
It is close to Tsuruoka city, has an abundant amount of hot spring water, and is characterized by its sodium chloride spring quality. The effects of hot springs are excellent for recovering from muscle pain and fatigue, making them ideal after mountain climbing or trekking. Komaginoyu also boasts a large open-air bath and sauna, where you can enjoy a relaxing bath. There is also a haircut shop, chiropractor, fitness gym, cafeteria, and direct delivery facility within the facility, so you can enjoy more than just taking a bath.
On holidays, food trucks line up and the place is crowded with people day and night.
It has good access and a large parking lot, making it convenient for those arriving by car. It's about a 5-minute drive from Watausagi, making it an easy hot spring to stop by.
Choju-no-yu hot spring
As the name suggests, this hot spring is said to be a hot spring of longevity, and has a reputation among locals as being good for the body. The spring quality is a simple alkaline spring, which is gentle on the skin and does not cause fatigue even if you soak for a long time. It is said that your skin will become smooth after coming out of the hot springs, and you can also expect it to have beautifying effects.
Choju Onsen is a relatively small facility, but it has been around for a long time, so I get the impression that most of its customers are elderly people. As a result, it has a homely atmosphere, and you can enjoy interacting with the locals. This hot spring is perfect for those who want to spend a relaxing time.
Although the price is low and it is popular, there are no facilities such as soap, shampoo, and hair dryers, so you will need to bring your own.
It's about a 5-minute drive from Watausagi, making it an easy hot spring to stop by.
https://mokkedano.net/spot/30305
Yu Town hot spring(Kushibiki Onsen)
This hot spring facility is popular with families and solo travelers alike.
addition to hot springs, the facility also has a sauna and cold bath, making it ideal for those who are concerned about their health. There is also a restaurant attached, which is very popular.
It is easily accessible from Taranokiyo Ski Resort and Yudonoyama Ski Resort, and is on the way to Tsuruoka City, making it a popular hot spring for people to stop by on their way back from skiing.
It is about 10 minutes by car from Watausagi.
Denden hot spring(Nanohana Onsen )
It is a facility where you can enjoy hot springs flowing directly from the source, and is popular among hot spring enthusiasts. The alkaline hot springs are said to be gentle on the skin and have great skin-beautifying effects. You can also enjoy your meal.
It is easily accessible from Sakata City, and hot spring enthusiasts from all over the Shonai area gather here. It's about a 20 minute drive from Watausagi, making it an easy hot spring to stop by.
https://www.iroribinosato.info/denden.html
Poppo no Yu hot spring(Naganuma Onsen )
The thick hot water is popular because it has a beautifying effect on the skin. We are proud of our atmospheric open-air bath. While soaking in the hot springs, you can enjoy the atmosphere of a high-class hot spring.
The quality of the hot spring water is sodium and calcium chloride, which warms your body from the core. The hot water doesn't cool you down easily, so it's perfect for people who are sensitive to cold.
The cafeteria, where breakfast is served from 6:30 a.m., is also popular. There is also a direct-from-the-farm shop that sells local vegetables and special products.
It's about a 20 minute drive from Watausagi, making it an easy hot spring to stop by.
syomen no yu hot spring(Yutagawa Onsen)
A public hot spring facility that has been loved by locals for a long time. It is popular as a place where you can enjoy the atmosphere of an old-fashioned hot spring. The hot spring water is directly from the source, so if you are not used to it, be careful not to take a long bath!
You'll be happy with the unbelievable bathing fee (currently 200 yen!), but please note that there are no soaps, shampoos, showers, hair dryers, etc.!
The bathing method has changed, so be sure to check the official website before going.
It's about a 20 minute drive from Watausagi, making it an easy hot spring to stop by.
Kannon yu hot spring(Matsuyama Onsen)
This hot spring is popular for its location where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Shonai Plain while soaking in the hot springs. In the summer, the fields of rice that spread out below turn into a green carpet. In autumn, it turns into a golden carpet. It is a hot spring that you will want to visit in all seasons, as you can enjoy both the fresh greenery and the autumn leaves.
One of the nice things about this hot spring is that it's relatively empty, so you can relax and use it at your leisure.
It's a little far from downtown, so it's difficult to access unless you have a car.
It's about a 30-minute drive from Watausagi, making it an easy hot spring to stop by.
tatsu no Yu hot spring(Yunohama Onsen)
A hot spring inn where you can enjoy a day trip to the hot springs. There are various baths that you can enjoy.
Recommended for those who want to take their time and enjoy a relaxing hot spring.
The quality of the hot spring water is sodium chloride spring, which is effective for recovering from fatigue and sensitization to cold. There is also a restaurant within the facility, where you can enjoy meals after taking a hot spring bath, so you can relax and enjoy your stay.
It's about a 30-minute drive from Watausagi, making it an easy hot spring to stop by.
summary
These are 8 recommended hot springs for day trips around Watausagi.
After enjoying all the sightseeing and activities, be sure to take advantage of the nearby hot springs. Each facility has its own charm, so we recommend checking out their respective websites before visiting 💕😆
We have compiled a list of the spots introduced here on Google Maps for you to use.
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Guest House Watausagi is a popular inn for guests who like temples, shrines, and power spots.
This guest house is located right between Dewa Sanzan Shrine and Zenpoji Temple.
People who are interested in nature, mountain worship, and dragon gods gather from all over the country and around the world.
I would like you to enjoy visiting power spots and local hot springs using Guest House Watausagi as your base 😊
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