Kanto/Recommended Day Trip Hot Springs Ranking
This time Kanto We will feature the hot spring spots recommended for day trips in a ranking format!
The elected area 5 locations in Gunma, Tochigi, Saitama, Kanagawa, and Tokyo is.
In addition, you can enjoy it with a day trip hot spring Carefully selected activities and experiences around each spot doing.
Casual weekends and holidays One-day hot spring Please use it as a reference for your trip!
table of contents
- 1 1st place: Shima Yamaguchikan / Gunma / Azuma
- 2 2nd Place: Nioson Plaza/Tochigi/Nikko
- 3 3rd place: Kumagaya Natural Hot Spring Hanayu Spa Resort / Saitama Kumagaya
- 4 4th place: Yuasobidokoro Hakone no Yu/Kanagawa/Hakone
- 5 5th place: Shinjuku natural hot spring Therma-yu / Shinjuku, Tokyo
- 6 Kanto/Recommended Day Trip Onsen Ranking Summary
- 7 Editorial department recommended feature articles
1st place: Shima Yamaguchikan / Gunma / Azuma
Gunma
・Located in the northwest, with abundant water sources and forests
Agatsuma area
.
"
Shima Yamaguchi Museum
” is located along the “Shiman River” that runs through the Azuma area.
The concept of the hall is "
A nostalgic townscape
”.
In addition to the retro-style front desk and lobby, there are shops, bars, and ramen shops.
Expressing the inside of the building as a single town called “Tawaramachi”
doing.
There are several hot spring baths, and the most recommended one is "
Theme large open-air bath
”.
It flows right next to the Shima Yamaguchi Museum.
A large open-air bath along the Shima River
There is a huge natural stone with a circumference of 25m with Daimoku carved on it.
A location where you can feel nature up close and the murmuring of the Shima River
But it will heal your daily fatigue!
Shima River lit up at night
You can enjoy a different scenery from the daytime.
The pure Japanese-style decoration is eye-catching "
Open-air mountain stream bath Shimagawa no Yu
” is also recommended.
An open-air bath where you can enjoy the scenery of the Shima River and the sound of a small waterfall on the opposite bank
In addition to,
A unique indoor bath with shoji screens and alcoves in the bathroom
There is also!
The quality of the hot springs at "Shiman Yamaguchikan" is
Sulfate spring
.
Among the many hot springs
It is characterized by being close to human skin,
Beautiful skin hot spring
is known as
world!
At Activity Japan,
Book a day trip plan to enjoy the hot springs at Shima Yamaguchikan
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Ranking of recommended activities and experiences around Gunma/Azuma
" Shima Yamaguchi Museum with Gunma ・ Agatsuma area Around Shima Blue Cobalt blue lake called " Lake Shima ” A small & lightweight kayak packraft "or canoe water walk using SUP You can enjoy the experience!
colorful and cute glasswork " dragonfly ball such as making accessories using Plan to make souvenirs of the trip You can also book
How about before or after enjoying the hot springs at "Shiman Yamaguchi Kan"?
- 4.9
- (241 reviews and experiences)
[Shima Lake, one of the clearest lakes in the Kanto region] Enjoy nature at Shima Lake, the bluest lake in Kanto! The greatest attraction of canoeing on the lake is the beautiful scenery you can see from the water! You can spend a relaxing time enjoying the feeling of being one with nature as you listen to the birds chirping and watch the fish swimming! Reservations can be made on the day or the night before! Please contact us! [Latest Activity "
[Gunma Shima] SUP nature experience tour at the lake of Kanto's leading transparency and blue water
- 4.8
- (46 reviews and experiences)
Never seen blue! Blue Water Lake Shima Lake Lake Shima is attractive for its beautiful blue color and transparency. Its mysterious beauty continues to fascinate visitors. An extraordinary experience in a calm lakeside forest surrounded by trees! Please visit Shimako, Gunma, which is within the sightseeing area from Kusatsu Onsen and Shima Onsen. Changes depending on the amount of light and the time of day
[Gunma, Shima Onsen] SUP Mecca! Experience SUP at the popular Lake Shima. Single SUP rental
SUP rental tour with beginner's training! Explore Lake Shima on a stand-up paddle board that even beginners can easily ride! The lake surface is close, so you can enjoy a long experience. It is a popular all-round type brand board for one person that even beginners can enjoy easily. It comes with large fins and is easy to steer. Maximum load capacity for each is 110-140kg (small children are not allowed).
Eilean Lake Shima SUP Tour Free photo gift
- 5.0
- (7 reviews and testimonials)
A SUP experience to enjoy on the surface of a calm lake. Since it is calm and there are no waves, you can enjoy it in more stable conditions than SUP in rivers and oceans. People of all ages can participate, from children to adults. Surrounded by vast greenery, why not enjoy SUP touring on the lake? You can stand and paddle around Lake Shima, or lie down when you get tired.
- 5.0
- (57 reviews and experiences)
The sunlight hitting the lake makes Lake Shima sparkle beautifully! Before and after the experience, you can enjoy a meaningful day with sightseeing and meals. The lake's appearance changes between morning and afternoon, so that's also a highlight. The water in Lake Shima is very blue in early spring! This is the legendary Shima Blue. You can enjoy the changes with each season, from green in summer to clear blue in autumn. *The color of blue known as Shima Blue can be seen.
2nd Place: Nioson Plaza/Tochigi/Nikko
Tochigi
・
Nikko area
located in the north
hot spring town
Kinugawa Onsen
Accommodation in
is.
Alkaline simple sulfur spring that is gentle on the skin
can be enjoyed!
The Yubune prepared is
Standard rock bath with indoor and outdoor baths
In addition to,
A spectacular open-air bath overlooking the Kinugawa River "
butai no yu
”
And so on.
"Butai no Yu" is built like a huge terrace,
Outstanding sense of openness
!
You can also see the pleasure boats that go down the Kinugawa Line!
In addition, it was actually used on the Kinugawa Line Kudari.
A pleasure boat that was reused as a bathtub
Houseboat open-air bath
”
is also popular.
The unique experience of enjoying a hot spring on a wooden hull will be a great souvenir story!
In addition to unique hot springs,
courtyard garden
Also"
Nioson Plaza
One of the features of .
in the garden
fishing pond
In addition, it is the symbol of the facility and the origin of the name
A pair of Nio statues
is installed.
Among the people who visited the statue of Nio at "Nioson Plaza",
Some have won the lottery and some have been blessed with children
that of
for that reason,
The hot spring of "Nioson Plaza"
Kodakara no Yu
"or"
Money luck hot water
It is also popular as
.
At Activity Japan,
Reserve a plan to enjoy the hot springs at Nioson Plaza on a day trip
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How about enjoying the unique hot springs on a day trip while expecting the benefits of the Nio statues?
Shimotsuke's famous hot spring, Matoichi's natural hot spring. This is a one-day hot spring bathing plan where you can enjoy three different baths for men and women. You can take a bath at any time during the available hours. (Business hours: 10:00-16:00) *Notification of visit time is unnecessary. <Amenities> Body soap, shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer <Prices> Large
Ranking of recommended activities and experiences around Tochigi and Nikko
" Nioson Plaza with Tochigi ・ Nikko area Then The following activities to enjoy the surrounding nature You can enjoy
Guided by a local guide, aim for the unexplored region of Oku-Nikko and see the frozen waterfall "Hyobaku" about 30m high.
Icefall trekking
”.
Enjoy thoroughly with a dedicated guide for one group only
snowshoe hike
Or, you can enjoy it almost entirely by charter with a small number of people
bird watching
.
at Lake Chuzenji
canoe tour
And so on, you can enjoy extraordinary experiences in various genres!
How about giving it a try before enjoying the hot springs at Nioson Plaza?
- 4.7
- (43 reviews and experiences)
The bus route from Akanuma to the final stop, Senjugahama, is flawless, and at night it is truly an animal paradise! Let's secretly observe the wild night where nocturnal animals such as sika deer hide. If you light it with a flashlight, the eyes of the animals will be bright! In this area, the encounter rate with deer is particularly high in April-May/October-November due to coming and going to places where they spend the winter.
- 4.9
- (32 reviews and testimonials)
Held on May 11th (Sun) and 17th (Sat), 2025. Oku-Nikko, where a variety of wild birds live in a diverse environment, is a mecca for birdwatchers. This is a small-group, almost private tour that will take into consideration your requests and questions, allowing you to enjoy the world of wild birds in a more intimate way. The tour will be conducted by a veteran who has been running nature tours in Oku-Nikko centered on wild birds and other creatures for about 25 years.
A little easy with a motorboat! Beginners welcome! Trekking starting from Oku-Nikko. Shazan Mountain is one of the most spectacular views in Oku-Nikko. The path is long, but you can enjoy a pleasant ridge walk with spectacular views on both sides. When you approach the summit at an altitude of 1,827m, you can see the whole of Oku-Nikko. On this tour, we will introduce Shiroya, one of the prefectural flowers of Tochigi Prefecture, the Yashio Azalea.
- 4.8
- (21 reviews and testimonials)
This is an easy, short hike to a place where you can see the spectacular view of Senjogahara! A nature guide will tell you all about the charms of nature and living creatures that you won't notice just by walking. Use your five senses to feel the nature and enjoy Senjogahara in early spring. It's a leisurely walk on a flat boardwalk, so it's safe for families with children. Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025.
- 4.9
- (57 reviews and experiences)
This is [10:00~12:00, 13:00~15:00 plan]. Canoe around Lake Chuzenji, Nikko, which is also a World Heritage Site. By canoeing on the lake, you can see a wonderful view that cannot be seen from the land. With a small number of people, the guide will give a lecture on how to ride and paddle the canoe in an easy-to-understand manner, so even beginners can feel at ease.
3rd place: Kumagaya Natural Hot Spring Hanayu Spa Resort / Saitama Kumagaya
Saitama ・ Kumagaya in the north Day trip hot spring facility is.
Saitama's largest hot spring source
boasting a luxurious location close to the city
Free-flowing hot springs
You can enjoy
The quality of the hot springs
A golden simple hot spring with a smooth texture
is.
As it is called a spa resort, you can enjoy "Onkatsu" that raises the average body temperature in the hotel. Bedrock bath facility "Onkatsu cafe Nest" or, Massage facilities and beauty salons And so on!
And the main hot spring is There are multiple bathtubs that you can enjoy throughout the day It has been.
Open-air bath is a free-flowing hot spring that luxuriously uses cypress evenly. " Hinoki bath ” Enjoy free-flowing hot spring water while gazing at the garden that spreads out in front of you " rock bath ” , You can also enjoy free-flowing hot water from the source " Tsuboyu "When" sleeping bath ” , featuring a smooth texture with fine air bubbles " silk bath ” Such, Plenty of bathtubs with different ways of enjoying is!
indoor bath then " Atsuyu ", Jet bath or electric bath In addition to spa resort-like bathtubs, 100% underground water bath And so on!
In addition, the men's bath has a spacious "
tower sauna
”, and in addition to the normal sauna in the women’s bath, there is also a “
coral steam sauna
Complete with ".
Along with many hot springs
You can enjoy the experience of "getting ready"
!
"
Kumagaya Natural Hot Spring Hanayu Spa Resort
"teeth,
A free shuttle bus operates between the nearest JR Kumagaya Station
doing.
Check it out if you are thinking of going by train
is!
Ranking of recommended activities and experiences around Saitama and Kumagaya
Located at Kumagaya Natural Hot Spring Hanayu Spa Resort Saitama ・ Kumagaya area Then, how to make a sake cup or a tea bowl " Electric potter's wheel experience class can participate in
You can also use the oil to make herbal specimens "
Herbarium
The plan to make " is also fulfilling.
Simple herbarium bottles, practical ballpoint pens, oil diffusers, etc.
From interior items to everyday items,
You can make your own herbarium item with your favorite design
world!
If there is a plan you are interested in, please check it out!
[Saitama, Kumagaya] ★Very popular★ Crystal Atrium 1-Day Lesson
Are the flowers floating? Isn't it in a glass bottle? Is the oil solidified? ? ? ? Lots of. Welcome to the world of Crystal Artrium.
[Saitama Prefecture/Honjo] First experience. "Visitor" free run.
A mini circuit for 2 and 4 wheels! The 1-kilometer course is perfect for sports driving and various driving events. About 15 minutes from Kanetsu Expressway Honjo Kodama IC♪
Fathers, students, and other people who are off on Saturdays can also rent it out on Fridays. Master drift! ? Please master the cart as you like!
It is a charter one-day course. You can enjoy it freely, such as holding a race, so please enjoy it to your heart's content, including exhilaration! The course has been refurbished for safety, so it is very safe ♪
[Saitama, Misato] You'll want to eat it! Food sample making experience
With careful instruction, anyone can easily experience making food samples. Preschool children must be accompanied by a guardian. Course List: [Fruit Tart] From 2,000 yen (You can add your favorite toppings) Choose your favorite fruits and use cream to decorate the tart. You can attach a memo clip to make it into a memo stand if you like.
4th place: Yuasobidokoro Hakone no Yu/Kanagawa/Hakone
A hot spring town that represents Kanto Kanagawa of Hakone area It is in Day trip hot spring facility .
Inside the hall
The Japanese-style design is standardized, and the free resting room is also tatami-matted.
is.
After enjoying the hot springs, you can relax in the spacious tatami-floored space.
"
Yuasobidokoro Hakone no Yu
"of
There are 5 types of Yubune
.
indoor bath
is a simple design with woody furnishings and tiles.
Open-air bath
Fine bubbles are comfortable
"
Vibrator hot water
”
A hot spring that flows like a thin waterfall from overhead
"
Utaseyu
”
, Relax your body with comfortable water pressure and air bubbles
"
whirlpool
”
, Lie down with your head on a wooden pillow and enjoy the stimulation of moderate bubbles.
"
sleeping bath
”
etc.
Besides just soaking
Enjoy hot springs in various ways
I can do it!
The quality of the hot spring water at Yuasobidokoro Hakone no Yu is
Chloride/sulfate spring/weakly alkaline/hypotonic hot spring that is gentle on the skin
is.
also,
shaped like a gourd
"Dog's gourd open-air bath" for pets
Fully equipped!
You can enjoy the hot spring with your precious pet
world!
*From January 10, 2023, the entire building will be closed due to earthquake resistance construction. Please check the official website for reopening schedule and details.
Ranking of recommended activities and experiences around Kanagawa and Hakone
" Yuasobidokoro Hakone no Yu with Kanagawa ・ Hakone area teeth, Great activity and experience spot surrounded by nature is!
Komagatake, a popular sightseeing spot in the Hakone area, Hakone Komagatake Ropeway ' to go up, Sunset & night view, starry sky astronomical observation from the summit before and after sunset Enjoy the " Hakone Air Travel can participate in
Besides, in the forest
MTB (mountain bike)
An exhilarating activity that runs down the
deep forest cruising
""
Wild the Trail Cruising
” can also be challenged.
You can enjoy an extraordinary experience that makes you feel closer to nature!
At Yuasobidokoro Hakone no Yu, it might be a good idea to warm up your cold body with Hakone Soratabi, and wash off your sweat with Deep Forest Cruising or Wild the Trail Cruising. No!
- 4.8
- (18 reviews and testimonials)
This is the first Segway tour in Hakone that takes you around the scenic lakeside of Lake Ashi, rich in nature, while taking in the sights. You will explore Lake Ashi, a scenic tourist spot that has long been known as an object of worship, on a Segway. Ride your Segway with your guide and enjoy the seasonal flowers and autumn leaves! If you're lucky, you may even encounter animals such as deer and wild rabbits.
[Kanagawa/Hakone Lake Ashi] Hakone Lake Ashi Kayak Touring
Enjoy touring around Lake Ashi, which is also a tourist attraction. A must-see for those who want to experience Hakone sightseeing unlike any other! From the lake, you can see special scenery that you can never see by regular sightseeing. There are excursion boats available, but kayaking, where you row under your own power, allows you to experience the majestic nature with your own body. Lake Ashi kayak tour where you can experience a little adventure
[Kanagawa/Hakone] A tour to visit the god of matchmaking, "Kuzuryu Shrine (Honmiya)"
We will guide you on a boat from Ueno to Kuzuryu Shrine, one of the most talked-about power spots in the Kanto region, known as the "God of Matchmaking." Kuzuryu Shrine (Hongu) can only be reached by foot overland, taking about 30 minutes from Kojiri, but if you use our boat, you can arrive in just 5 minutes. You can enjoy a mystical experience smoothly and comfortably.
[Kanagawa/Hakone] Rent a 3-person swan boat! Take a tour of Lake Ashi!
We rent fishing boats and sightseeing boats at the foot of Lake Ashi. ~Super Swan Boat for 3 people~ Princess Garkochan RR features an elegant face. The high-class steering wheel directly conveys the driver's intentions, and the spacious interior allows you to relax comfortably. The Super Swan can generate infinite speed depending on the driver's leg strength.
~Schedule for the day~ [07:00-08:30] ▼Pick up at a hotel in 12 wards of Tokyo (transport to hotel or guesthouse) [08:00] ▼In front of JR Tokyo Station, under the Shin-Maru Building BEAMS sign [08:30] ▼In front of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Shinjuku West Exit [10:30] ▼Hakone Shrine and Lake Ashi Sea Torii (approx. 80 minutes, free time) [12:10] ▼Hakone Pirate Ship ~ Motohakone
5th place: Shinjuku natural hot spring Therma-yu / Shinjuku, Tokyo
Tokyo
・
Shinjuku area
close to the downtown area of
24-hour hot spring facility for day trips
is.
Features a gorgeous interior with Western and modern tastes
There is also a chandelier at the front.
"
Shinjuku Natural Hot Spring Therma-yu
Among the baths installed in ", the one that is particularly recommended is
indoor bath
High-concentration carbonated bath
” and open-air bath “
Jindai no Yu
”
.
"High-concentration carbonated bath" is compared to a general carbonated spring bath,
Set the carbonation concentration high
doing.
moreover,
The temperature of the hot water is kept low to maintain the carbonic acid concentration.
Therefore, you can enjoy the pleasant sensation of rich carbonic acid for a long time.
"Jindai no Yu" is the only "Shinjuku Natural Hot Spring Therma Yu"
natural hot spring
.
Uses natural hot springs transported daily from Nakaizu
doing.
Being able to enjoy natural hot springs while staying in the city center is a unique feature of “Shinjuku Natural Hot Springs Thermaeyu”!
In each of the men's and women's baths
2 types of sauna
There is also a nice point
.
In addition to the high-temperature sauna for both men and women, the men's bath has a low-temperature "
mist sauna
", you can use it yourself in the women's bath "
Mud pack containing hydrogen water
”, and salt was prepared for rubbing on the body.
Mud pack with hydrogen water & salt sauna
"You can enjoy!
At "Shinjuku Natural Hot Spring Thermaeyu",
at an extra charge
Bedrock bath
also available
.
Unisex "
rock salt healing
In addition to "
germanium healing
”, A sauna from Finland where women sprinkle water on hot stones to create steam ”
Louryu
” and so on!
Also, when using the bedrock bath, Good view" Rooftop Sports Bar & Fitness for free I can do it.
Furthermore, in the building, there is a Japanese izakaya "
Delicious sake and appetizers Feast Izakaya Sansui Kusaki
,
You can also drink all night after enjoying the hot springs
world!
It's perfect for a little luxury on consecutive holidays and weekends!
Ranking of recommended activities and experiences around Shinjuku, Tokyo
In Activity Japan, there is "Shinjuku Natural Hot Spring Therma Yu" Tokyo ・ Shinjuku area You can book the following activities and experiences in the vicinity.
Rely on the given hints to solve the mystery and slip through the movie-like laser traps Escape Game " Dungeon Escape Series II ”.
"Glass" has a cute appearance and is perfect for interior decoration. moss ball ” and “Moss” using natural moss terrarium ” production experience.
Round shape with fresh flowers making candle holders In the experience, you can also get a tea light candle with your favorite scent!
If you have a plan you like, please make a reservation before or after enjoying the hot springs at "Shinjuku Natural Hot Springs Thermaeyu"!
[Shinjuku/Yoyogi] Complete charter system! Use magic to escape! "Escape from the Witch Mansion"
- 4.7
- (9 reviews and testimonials)
▼ What is a real experience escape game? ▼ A scene often seen in games, "I was suddenly trapped in a room and tried to escape from a locked room somehow." This is a real experience escape game that reproduces that scene in the real world using the latest electronic gimmicks. In one story, you are suddenly trapped in a room. In the room there is a door that does not open, various tools, and a dark room.
- 4.0
- (9 reviews and testimonials)
You and your friends were searching through an ancient tomb in search of treasure when you arrived at the final dungeon, where you found a laser trap. This is an ambitious plan that allows you to enjoy the excellent puzzle solving and laser traps that only a puzzle solving specialty store can offer.
- 4.1
- (10 reviews and testimonials)
Escape from a prison cell you're locked in! Use your wits with your friends to solve the mystery. Escape games are games where you and your friends are locked in a closed environment such as a locked room, and you must find items and keys hidden in the room or solve the mystery to escape. There is a time limit, so the tension is outstanding! It's like a movie with high-tech traps.
[Tokyo⇄Chiba] Japanese School Day - Kimino High School
- 5.0
- (1 review and testimonial)
This service allows foreign tourists to experience one of the hidden charms of Japanese culture, the good old "Showa era school" at our abandoned school campsite CAMPiece Kimitsu (Kimitsu City, Chiba). In a certain rural town in Japan, the era is Showa... You can enroll for a day in a school that stands in a rural landscape surrounded by nature. An actual "homeroom teacher" will be teaching in the classroom.
- 5.0
- (7 reviews and testimonials)
This is a one-on-one bouldering experience plan for first-timers. Initial registration fee, shoes, and chalk rental are all included. It's okay even if you don't have any knowledge or experience. The staff will carefully give you a lecture on the rules and how to get the hang of it, so you can get started with confidence.
Kanto/Recommended Day Trip Onsen Ranking Summary
This time Kanto area recommended in One-day hot spring the spot, Featured in ranking format Did!
All of the hot springs introduced Various charms other than just soaking in hot springs there is.
also, Activities and experiences that can be enjoyed in the surrounding area Also, Perfect for a little extraordinary experience on holidays is!
Please refer to this special issue, Short day trips to hot springs during consecutive holidays and weekends Please enjoy.
*The information in this article is current as of December 2022.
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