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Flower hot spring, open-air private onsen, foot bath & more.

After hiking up several hundred to 1,368 steps one way to Konpirasan, you would want a nice break. Onsen (hot spring), foot bath, massage, good dinner would be nice. At the bottom of the Konpirasan, there are a few options. One of the more popular and established onsen hotel is Koubaitai. In addition to a variety of hotel rooms from including regular Japanese tatami rooms to luxury suites and those which a private onsen in the room, the hotel offers several choices of hot spring. The basement floor features large public bath for men and women. There are both indoor and open-air hot tubs. For the ladies, there is a flower bath, a fruit bath and a sauna room, taking hot spring to a new level. If you want more privacy with your loved one, private onsen is available for rent.

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In Japan

Koubaitei Onsen Hotel in Kotohira

Koubaitei 紅梅亭

Visiting the famous Konpirasan (also known as Kotohira-gu, Konpira shrine in English) in Kagawa prefecture, Japan, you may want a good rest, food massage and an onsen after the long hike of at least 780 steps round trip to the main shrine. There are in fact a few good options in the neighborhood. Koubaitei is one of the more established hotel just down the hill and 10 minutes walk to the JR Kotohira Station.

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In Hokkaido

Hot Spring Hotel in Tokachigawa

Hot Spring Hotel in Tokachigawa 十勝川溫泉酒店

Searching for a hotel to stay in the winter, accessibility is a key factor in the decision process because I don’t want to drag my luggages and walk on the snow for a long time. Of course the hotel room, facilities and price are also important. Tokachigawa Hot Spring Dai-ichi Hotel was my pick for the Tokachigawa trip. It turned out to be a good choice! The bus stopped in front of the hotel. The hotel is conveniently located by Tokachi River, offering nice views from the guest rooms and many of the rest areas. The amenities and services are good. It offers free shuttle bus to Sairinka Festival at night during the event, free shuttle bus back to Obihiro JR Station, and even a bus to Lake Shikaribetsu the next morning!

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In Chugoku Region

Tamatsukuri Onsen: Tamai Annex

Tamai Annex 玉井別館

Tamatsukuri in Shimane Prefecture is one of the oldest onsen areas in Japan since 733. It is a popular onsen area known as the “baths of the gods”, implying the gods like taking bath in the area. Hence many statues and images of myths and gods along the onsen street. The main feature is the beautiful Tamayu River that passes through the district from the JR station to the onsen area. It’s a lovely tranquil area where many traditional Japanese inns (ryokan) can be found. Also, there are some free foot baths, shops and cafes that offer a nice short walk.

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