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Mine Onsen
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Mine Onsen is a serene hot spring area in Kawazu, Shizuoka, known for its traditional ryokan inns and outdoor baths (rotenburo) nestled along the Kawazu River. Visitors can soak in mineral-rich waters while listening to the river's flow and enjoying views of the surrounding forest. The area is particularly popular during the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival in early spring, when pink blossoms frame the outdoor baths. The experience is quintessentially Japanese, combining nature, relaxation, and local hospitality.
Don't miss
- Soak in riverside outdoor baths with views of Kawazu cherry blossoms in early spring
- Stay overnight at a traditional ryokan and enjoy a kaiseki dinner featuring local seafood
- Walk along the Kawazu River to see the famous early-blooming cherry trees
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Mine Onsen
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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