The 15 Best Hot Springs in Japan

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.Private Tour to Fuji/Hakone – Onsen, Art, Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 10 hours · from $322Top rated

Leave Tokyo with a private guide such as Elie, Lenny, Evan, or Luca for a flexible 10-hour Hakone outing. See Lake Ashi and Hakone Shrine, stop at scenic viewpoints, enjoy a traditional onsen, and add art museums or a tea house when time allows. Hotel pickup, a private vehicle, fuel, tolls, and Wi-Fi are included, but entry fees and meals are extra.

“Lenny was an amazing guide! Made our experience wonderful with his vast knowledge of Japanese culture and Hakone. Wouldn’t change a thing! Everything was wonderful!”

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4.Mt. Fuji, Hakone Private Tour from Tokyo – Onsen, Arts and Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews

Travel from Tokyo to Hakone in a private vehicle with guides such as Elie, Lucas, Lenny, Evan, or Dominik. Expect Fuji viewpoints, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, a 400-year-old tea house, an optional onsen, and the Open-Air or Pola Museum. The route can be adjusted to suit your group.

“I believe u should give this trip a priority … extremely relaxing … the tour guide was very knowledgeable , Which is quite rare … I was able to go to hot spring , have a nice massage and a fun lunch …;)”

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

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

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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7.Snow Monkey & Shibu Onsen Afternoon Tour (Depart: Iiyama & Nozwa)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $78

Travel from Iiyama or Nozawa to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, walk a snowy 2-kilometer forest trail, then visit historic Shibu Onsen and Tamamura Honten brewery. Guides such as Tommy, Tome, and Rossella add local stories, while pre-secured park tickets save waiting time.

“This was a great experience. Tommy our guide was friendly and informative. He made sure all participants were catered for. The trek to the park is pretty through the woods and the reward of the monkeys at the end is worth it. The visits to the brewery and Shibu Onsen were nice add ons. Recommend.”

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8.[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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9.Solaniwa Onsen Hot Spring Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 51 reviews · 1 day · from $14

Spend a full day at Solaniwa Onsen Osaka Bay Tower, where alkaline water rises from 1,000 meters underground. Soak in nine bath types, use the saunas and scrubbers, then visit the 3,000-square-meter Tenku Garden with seasonal flowers, waterfalls, and a thousand torii gates.

“Love this family friendly onsen. Couldn’t work out how to get the lunch that we bought with our ticket and ended up having to purchase it again but overall we still would recommend the experience.”

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10.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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11.1-Day Winter Tour From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $150

Travel from Nozawa Onsen with a local English-speaking guide to see wild Japanese macaques at Jigokudani, eat lunch at Japanese Dining GOEN, visit Zenko-ji Temple, and taste Nagano sake. Guides such as Jens and Yama have earned praise for clear explanations and friendly care.

“A really enjoyable, fun family experience with a great guide. The walk is icy but beautiful, and the monkeys are special, particularly for the kids. The afternoon was relaxed and fascinating.”

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12.Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen & Mt. Rokko: 1-Day Bus Tour from Osaka

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 28 reviews · from $67

Leave central Osaka at 8:00 a.m. for Himeji Castle, Kokoen Garden, Arima Onsen, and Mt. Rokko. The 9 to 10-hour trip includes a comfortable bus, guide commentary, and optional Japanese set lunch. Guides such as Harry and Gary have earned praise for clear local history and practical help.

“The tour was well organized Our guide Gary was great. He was very knowledgeable and made the trip very amenable”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · from $49

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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14.Tennen Onsen Naniwa-no-Yu, the famous hot spring spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19 reviews · 1 day · from $5Best value

Spend a flexible day at Tennen Onsen Naniwa-no-Yu, an 8th-floor public bath in Osaka. Natural mineral water comes from 659 meters underground, and the spa offers several bathing features, city views, and a clean place to rest. Bring or rent towels, follow Japanese bathing customs, and note the visible-tattoo rule.

“Fabulous experience it truly is one amazing place. Totally great clean and wonderful spa”

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15.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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