9 Hot Spring Day Trips in Japan Worth Getting Wet For

1.Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen & Mt. Rokko Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 339 reviews · 10 hours · from $53Our pick

Spend a full day beyond Osaka with an English or Chinese-speaking guide, visiting Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, Arima Onsen, and Mt. Rokko. The tour includes air-conditioned transport and free time at each stop. Guides such as Gary, Harry, and Nick are often praised for clear explanations and personal help.

“Amazing day Tour with a great tour Guide Gary!!! We can highly recommend the Trip!”

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2.Nara and Uji Day Trip with Deer Park and Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 302 reviews · 10 hours · from $57

Travel from Osaka to Nara and Uji by air-conditioned coach with a multilingual guide. Feed deer, see the Great Buddha, explore lantern-filled Kasuga Taisha, taste matcha in Uji, and finish at Genji-no-Yu hot spring. Guides such as Etta, Lucia, and Nick Lee are noted for clear explanations and helpful local tips.

“Wonderful to see the deer. As a first time onsen goer, this was a relaxing experience. Jessica our guide was very helpful too”

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3.Mount Fuji 5th Station & Onsen Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 75 reviews · 1 day · from $50

Ride from Tokyo to Mount Fuji’s 5th Station, or Shinkurayama Asama Park outside the station season. Visit Oshino Hakkai, then spend two hours at Konohananoyu Onsen. Guides such as Lin Tian Anna have earned praise, but guide quality can vary.

“Guide lin tian Anna is very nice and professional. She can serve all the clients in well organized manner. Anna is a good guide and can be considered for promotion when there is opportunity.”

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4.Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $337Top rated

Spend about eight hours with a private English-speaking guide visiting Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, Zenko-ji Temple, Obuse, and the Hokusai Museum. Guides such as Hori, Mutsumi, and Emi adjust the pace and stops, with private-car and public-transport options available.

“Our tour guide was Hori and he was absolutely fantastic! His knowledge of the area and history behind everything was great. Our experience was so much fun. The hike was icy when we went in March so I definitely recommend having gooRead more”

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5.[Seasonal Limited] Mt. Fuji 5th Station &Hot Spring Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 1 day · from $50

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai’s spring ponds, and Konohananoyu Onsen. You’ll ride with an English or Chinese guide, enjoy two hours at the hot spring, and switch to Asama Park or Gotemba outlets when conditions or scheduling require it.

“i like the phase of our trip. sadly, we weren't able to see mt fuji bec its cloudy but we enjoy the rest of the itinerary. coco is a great guide! she shared infos on japan along the way and is very accommodating. will greatly recommend!”

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6.Mt. Fuji 5th, Oshino Hakkai, Onsen Full-Day Trip From Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $56

Spend about 10 hours exploring Mount Fuji by air-conditioned vehicle, with a guide such as Anna, Andrew, or Kristy. Visit the 5th Station when conditions allow, see Oshino Hakkai’s clear ponds, then choose a Japanese hot spring or Gotemba Premium Outlets. Winter trips visit Arakurayama Sengen Park instead.

“We had an incredible Mount Fuji tour, and our guide Anna truly made it unforgettable. She was knowledgeable, organized, and incredibly thoughtful throughout the day. From sharing local history to pointing out hidden gems, Anna added so much depth to the experience. Everything ran smoothly, and we felt well taken care of from start to finish. If you're planning a trip to Mount Fuji, I highly recommend booking with Anna—you won’t regret it!”

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7.Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · from $49Best value

Spend about 10 hours touring Mt. Fuji, Arakurayama Sengen Park, Lake Kawaguchi, and Lake Yamanaka from Tokyo. Round-trip transport, a guide, bottled water, and a choice of boat ride or onsen are included, though tickets and lunch cost extra.

“Mario is great, and friendly, everything went smooth. Given about an hour per location to explore on your own.”

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8.Mt Fuji Lake Kawaguchi & Yamanaka Hot Spring Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 10 hours · from $68

Spend a full day around Mt. Fuji in a small group of up to nine people. Visit Oishi Park, Lawson near Kawaguchiko Station, Oshino Hakkai, and Lake Yamanaka, then soak at Benifuji no Yu. Expect basic guide commentary and plenty of self-guided time.

“I loved this trip! It was a comfortable way for a solo traveler to see and photograph Mount Fuji. Our guide, Jason, was friendly and very helpful throughout the day. I only wish we could have spent a bit more time at a few of the stops, but the schedule was well organized and it was nice to be back in Tokyo at a reasonable hour. I would highly recommend this experience.”

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9.1-Day Tour from Takayama: Unveiling the Charm of Gero Onsen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 day · from $150

Travel by train from Takayama with an English-speaking guide to Gero Onsen. Walk the riverside, visit Gassho Village and the Onsen Museum, see Onsenji Temple, and bathe in a traditional hot spring. Guides such as Yoshi and Hami have helped make the day smooth and informative.

“Una experiencia muy agradable, 10/10. Nuestro guia, Yoshi, nos espero en la estacion de takayama con los billetes de tren hasta Gero ya comprados. La primera parada de Gero es al pie de las montañas, en un pequeño parque tematico que te enseña como eran las casas tipicas de los japoneses antes de la epoca de la restauracion Meiji! Acto seguido Yoshi nos llevo al centro de la ciudad para comer en uno de los restaurantes locales (él te recomienda y tu puedes elegir lo que quieras). La ultima parada es el onsen de Gero, donde sí, te bañas en aguas termales completamente desnudo con otras personas de tu mismo…”

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