Highlights Summary.
Fresh Out of the Oven! The Japan Tourism Economics News recently announced the results of the *37th Japan Hot Springs 100 Selections*, revealing top picks for bathers everywhere. Check out the Top 5 Must-Visit Recommendations below!
4th Place, Beppu Onsen (Oita Prefecture).
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Address: Beppu City, Oita Prefecture
- Composed of eight hot spring towns, also known as "Beppu Eight Springs"
- Must-try are the vibrant red "Blood Pond Hell" (Chi no Ichi Jigoku) and the azure blue "Sea Hell".
Third Place, Dogo Onsen (Ehime Prefecture).
Address: Beppu City, Oita Prefecture
- Has a history of nearly 3,000 years
- The water quality is alkaline simple spring, smooth and suitable for the delicate skin of Asians
- Low irritation, suitable for hot spring therapy and beauty
- It is said that it can adjust the autonomic nervous system and improve insomnia
Second Place, Gero Onsen (Gifu Prefecture)
Address: Shirakawa, Gifu Prefecture
- Known as one of Japan's Three Great Hot Springs, with a history of over 1,000 years.
- The alkaline spring water has a pH of 9.2 and is said to have the effect of natural soap.
- The smooth texture is said to have beauty and health benefits, earning it the nickname "Beauty Bath".
First Place, Kusatsu Onsen (Gunma Prefecture).
Address: Kusatsu Onsen, Kusatsu Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture
- Has been ranked #1 in Japan's Top 100 Hot Springs for 21 consecutive years!
- Known as the "First of Japan's Three Great Hot Springs," it is one of Japan's premier hot springs.
- Boasts the highest natural flow rate of hot spring water in Japan.
- With a highly acidic quality, it has strong antibacterial properties and is said to be effective for treating skin diseases, neuralgia, diabetes, muscle pain, joint pain, and other ailments.
