16 Recommended Day Trip Hot Spring Resorts in the Greater Tokyo Area

Tokyo Day Trip Hot Springs

First, let me introduce you to day trip hot spring facilities located in the heart of Japan, Tokyo.

Despite being known for its high-rise apartments and buildings, Tokyo may not seem like a place with a lot of hot springs. However, let's take a look at the various day trip hot springs available in Tokyo!

Tokyo Dome Natural Hot Spring Spa LaQua

One of Tokyo's landmarks, Tokyo Dome, is home to Spa LaQua, a day trip hot spring facility located within the amusement complex known as Tokyo Dome City.

Spa LaQua is a relaxation facility situated right in the heart of the city, offering natural hot springs, spa treatments, and cafes where you can enjoy delicious meals.

The day trip hot spring facility is located on the 6th floor of the complex, which consists of five floors in total. They use natural hot spring water drawn from 1,700 meters underground and provide various types of baths, including open-air baths, milky soda baths, and silky baths.

In addition to the hot springs, they also have several saunas with different temperatures, including a Finnish sauna called "Komea" where you can experience a "loyly" session.

Spa LaQua pays attention to the post-onsen experience as well. They have a powder corner equipped with skincare products such as lotion and moisturizer, so you can visit the facility empty-handed after work.

After enjoying the hot springs, you can choose from five different relaxation areas in the facility according to your preference. There are places with sofa beds where you can lie down and relax, as well as the LaQua Living on the 5th floor, where you can order meals at the café and have conversations with friends.

• Located right in front of Exit 6 of Kasuga Station on the Toei Subway Oedo Line.

Natural Hot Spring Heiwajima

"Heiwajima Natural Hot Spring" offers the opportunity to enjoy natural hot springs while being in Tokyo, with 150 tons of hot water gushing out from 2,000 meters underground every day.

The facility features two different types of large baths: "Viewing Spa" and "Shining Spa," each with its own unique atmosphere.

In the Viewing Spa, they have installed high-concentration nano-carbonated springs that promote blood circulation and are known for their skincare benefits. As for saunas, they offer a unique facility called "seatable rock bath," which is not commonly experienced elsewhere.

The Shining Spa provides an open and resort-like large bath area where you can enjoy natural hot springs, jet baths, and bubbly baths.

In addition to the hot spring facilities, they also offer a variety of treatment services. Depending on your preference and fatigue level, you can choose from services such as acupressure massage, Thai traditional therapy, Asian reflexology, or body scrub esthetics. Soothe your daily fatigue with a combination of hot springs and massages.

After being refreshed by the hot springs and massages, you can enjoy a delicious meal at the restaurant "Yurari." They offer a wide selection of dishes, ranging from dishes that pair well with beer and alcohol to items like soba noodles and curry.

• 15-minute walk from Heiwajima Station on the Keikyu Line.

Kanagawa Prefecture Day Trip Hot Springs

When it comes to Kanagawa Prefecture, it is known for its famous hot spring resorts like Hakone and Yugawara, which represent the best of Japanese hot springs. Kanagawa Prefecture also offers a variety of day trip hot spring facilities where you can enjoy hot springs conveniently, even from the city center.

Let me introduce a couple of easily accessible hot springs in the area.

Yokohama Natural Hot Spring Yokohama Spa Hill Ryusenji-no-Yu

Located in Yokosuka, a city famous for its naval base, Ryusenji-no-Yu is a day trip hot spring facility operated by a company that opened the first super sento (large-scale public bath) in Nagoya, focusing on providing a higher level of Japanese-style relaxation.

The main highlight is the hot springs, which include high-concentration carbonated springs, dozing carbonated springs, and a rainbow-colored carbonated open-air bath. There are 15 different types of baths and saunas available.

With its diverse range of facilities, including a variety of large baths, Ryusenji-no-Yu guarantees a delightful experience for visitors.

In the "Forest Villa" area, which features a stone sauna called "Korean-style sweat steaming," an Ganban-yoku (hot stone bed) with Himalayan rock salt, and a Ganban-yoku with germanium, you can experience various types of Ganban-yoku with different effects and benefits.

For the post-bathing relaxation, they provide rooms equipped with over 10,000 books, magazines, and manga, as well as semi-private areas called "Log Shelter" that offer a sense of privacy, and massage chairs with built-in TVs.

They also have a working space equipped for busy office workers and freelancers, where you can telecommute. Power outlets and free Wi-Fi are available. It's recommended to try working in a different environment and change your mood.

• 4-minute walk from "Chimaru-dai Danchi" after taking the Kanachu Bus or City Bus Route 62 from the north exit of "Nishiya Station."

Yokohama Minatomirai Manyo Club

Manyo Club is a day trip hot spring facility located in the heart of Yokohama's Minato Mirai 21 district, offering the opportunity to soak in hot springs while enjoying the iconic scenery of Yokohama, including the giant Ferris wheel.

Despite being in the middle of the city, Manyo Club uses real natural hot springs brought in by tanker trucks from Atami Onsen and Yugawara Onsen, emphasizing the authenticity of the hot spring experience.

They provide various types of baths, including open-air baths, hinoki cypress baths, and stone baths, where you can relax and relieve your daily fatigue.

On the rooftop, they have a foot bath garden with a circumference of approximately 50 meters, allowing you to enjoy foot baths while admiring not only the Ferris wheel but also, on clear days, the view of Mount Fuji. This area is co-ed, making it a recommended spot for couples' dates as well.

In addition to the hot springs, the facility offers karaoke, table tennis, and a game corner. The game corner features the latest machines, including medal games and slot machines, providing entertainment for both adults and children.

Although I introduced Manyo Club as a day trip hot spring facility, they also offer accommodation facilities. If you plan to visit for a trip, I recommend taking advantage of their accommodations as well.

One of the benefits of Manyo Club is its 24-hour operation, allowing you to visit without worrying about the time.

• 5-minute walk from Minatomirai Station on the Minatomirai Line.

Chiba Prefecture Day Trip Hot Springs

Next, let me introduce some recommended day trip hot springs in Chiba Prefecture. Chiba Prefecture is known for its famous hot spring areas such as Kamogawa and Katsuura on the Boso Peninsula, but there are also many other hot spring facilities throughout the prefecture.

There are also hot springs in easily accessible locations from Tokyo, so I hope you will feel free to visit.

Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia

Located in the Maihama Resort area of Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture, Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia is the only day trip hot spring facility in the area.

This facility uses natural hot springs that gush up from 1,700 meters underground and boasts one of the largest sizes in the Kanto region, attracting popularity. The spring water is known as one of Japan's four rare types, containing iodine, sodium, and chloride, and is believed to have fatigue-reducing effects, particularly for neuralgia and muscle pain.

The large bathing area features a fantastic open-air bath with a panoramic view of the Maihama area, as well as sleeping baths, cave baths, and a total of 22 different bathing facilities. You can enjoy your bath time in various ways.

In addition to the regular baths, there is a popular rock bathing area for women. By lying on natural mineral stones heated to around 42 to 43 degrees Celsius, the sweating process is stimulated, and you can expect detoxification effects.

In the relaxation space after bathing, separate sleeping rooms for men and women are available, allowing you to comfortably rest and rejuvenate your tired body.

The on-site restaurant, "Orchid," offers the opportunity to enjoy drinks and meals. The restaurant features a sushi counter where you can enjoy fresh seafood sourced from Tsukiji Market. They also offer all-you-can-eat courses, so you can indulge in your favorite sushi selections.

• A free shuttle bus operates from "Maihama Station" on the JR Keiyo Line, with a travel time of 5 minutes.

Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki

Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki is a resort hot spring facility located along the coastline facing Tokyo Bay in Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture.

This facility consists of four areas, including hotels and a children's game area. The "Hot Spring Theme Park Spa Wing" allows you to enjoy outdoor and indoor pools in addition to hot springs.

The pools include water slides for an exhilarating experience when sliding down from the top.

The hot springs are divided into three facilities. The women-only "Fuji no Yu" is a spacious bathing area with an open-air bath where you can enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo Bay and Mount Fuji. There is also an outdoor bath where you can enjoy six different types of hot spring water.

For men, there is "Ryugu no Yu," where you can see ships sailing on Tokyo Bay and enjoy the night view. The large bathing area exudes a Japanese atmosphere and includes a waterfall bath and a pool where you can swim naked. The open-air baths feature stone-made spacious tubs, allowing you to relax and have conversations with your family or friends.

• About 35 minutes by car from central Tokyo. Take the Kisarazu-Kanda IC exit and it's a 5-minute drive from there.

Saitama Prefecture Day Trip Hot Springs

Saitama Prefecture, known for hot springs? You may not have a clear image when you hear that, but there are actually over 100 hot spring facilities operating in the prefecture.

In Saitama Prefecture, which has hidden hot springs, I would like to recommend two day trip hot spring facilities.

Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu

If you want to spend a relaxing day on the weekend, I recommend Ofuro Cafe Hareniwa no Yu, where you can enjoy bathing, sauna, meals, and reading all in one place.

The large bathing area is equipped with a total of seven facilities, including high-concentration carbonated springs and high-temperature saunas. The high-concentration carbonated spring is said to improve blood circulation by four times and is recommended for those who suffer from coldness or lower back pain.

Also, I would like you to experience the "Changing Baths," where you can enjoy various baths that change with the seasons. You can enjoy unique baths such as Yomogi (Japanese mugwort) bath and mint bath.

If you get hungry after bathing, I recommend visiting Hareniha Shokudo, a dining area that boasts dishes made with plenty of vegetables. You can enjoy salads and course meals made with vegetables harvested in the local Kumagaya area, produced by "THE FARM®."

They also offer children's plates that are carefully prepared to make vegetables more appealing even to children who don't like them.

In the relaxation space inside the facility, there are not only areas with chairs and sofas but also private rooms where you can take a nap.

Since the facility is open from 10:00 to 9:00 the next morning, it is also recommended to use it for an overnight stay.

• 5-minute drive from "Kagohara Station" on the JR Takasaki Line.

Kumagaya Natural Hot Springs Hanayu Spa Resort

Hanayu Spa Resort is a popular facility in Kumagaya that spans approximately 24,000 square meters and combines hot springs, cafes, and relaxation facilities on its vast grounds.

The hot springs are the highlight of this facility, with 100% natural spring water flowing directly from a depth of 1,500 meters at a rate of 300 liters per minute.

It is the largest flowing hot spring in Saitama Prefecture, allowing you to fully experience the scent of sulfur.

The large bathing area features a total of seven open-air baths and a total of 11 types of hot springs when including indoor baths.

In the open-air bath, you can enjoy the blissful experience of the flowing water when you sink your body into the Shigaraki pottery pot bath.

In the indoor baths, there are also popular baths that focus on health, such as high-concentration carbonated springs and electric baths.

In addition to the hot springs, the dining area is also well-regarded, with an izakaya serving udon and Japanese cuisine, as well as a café where you can enjoy Western dishes and pancakes.

• 20-minute bus ride from "Kumagaya Station" on the JR Line to the Ushiro Bus Stop, followed by a 3-minute walk from the bus stop.

Gunma Prefecture Day Trip Hot Springs

Gunma Prefecture is famous for its hot spring resorts, such as Kusatsu Onsen, Ikaho Onsen, and Manza Onsen, which are among the top hot spring destinations in the Kanto region.

There are numerous facilities throughout the prefecture that utilize abundant natural hot springs, making it difficult to decide where to go.

In this article, we will introduce two recommended day trip hot spring facilities that you cannot miss when visiting Gunma.

Takasaki Kyogashima Natural Hot Springs Yutori

When it comes to day trip hot spring facilities in Takasaki City, known for its tiled roofs and white walls, Takasaki Kyogashima Natural Hot Springs Yutori is the place to go.

This facility offers six types of hot springs, including saunas, as well as services such as Akasuri (red body scrub) and haircuts. You can spend a whole day enjoying the hot springs here.

This expansive facility offers five outdoor baths alone. The "Miwatake no Yu" bath, where you can soak while lying down, allows you to observe flowing clouds during the day and a starry sky at night, providing excellent relaxation effects.

For those who want to try something a little different, I recommend experiencing the private hydrogen bath. This bath uses hydrogen water with a purity of 99.995%, which is said to have benefits for beautiful skin, fatigue recovery, and anti-aging. Reservations for the private bath can be made up to one month in advance.

In addition, there is an esthetic service where you can enjoy Akasuri along with the hot springs. After the experience, you can feel a sense of increased metabolism and lightness in your body.

After enjoying the hot springs, visit the Yutori Cafe in the dining area, where you can enjoy dishes ranging from ramen and curry rice to grilled and fried dishes that go well with alcohol.

The facility is open continuously from 11:00 in the morning until 21:00 at night, so you can use it without worrying about the time.

• About a 25-minute drive from the Ota-Kiryu IC on the Hokkanto Expressway.

Ofuro Cafe Hakujunoyu

As the name suggests, Ofuro Cafe Hakujunoyu is proud of its cafe where you can enjoy both hot springs and delicious meals.

The hot springs used in this facility are of the sodium-chloride strong salt spring type, and the high-quality hot water that springs from a depth of 750 meters in the ancient stratum is popular as one of the best hot springs in the Kanto region.

In the baths, you can observe beautiful crystallized patterns, resembling terraced rice fields, which are evidence of the high-quality components contained in the hot water.

In addition to indoor baths, there are also open-air baths, allowing you to soak in the hot water while enjoying the surrounding mountains on a clear day.

Next, let me introduce another specialty besides the hot springs, the dining area called "Nekase Genmai® and Koji Cuisine Tawaraya."

Here, they offer meals with a focus on health, using local ingredients and incorporating "Nekase Genmai" (aged brown rice) into their set meals.

We hope you can refresh yourself from the inside out with delicious meals.

• 15-minute drive from "Kodama Station" on the JR Line.

Tochigi Prefecture Day Trip Hot Springs

Tochigi Prefecture is known for its popular tourist destinations, including Nikko Toshogu Shrine, and is one of the popular prefectures that attracts many visitors from outside the prefecture.

When it comes to hot springs, there are hot spring resorts represented by Kinugawa Onsen, and one of the characteristics is that there are many day trip hot spring facilities throughout the prefecture.

Tochigi Iki-iki Yume Roman Natural Hot Springs

Iki-iki Yume Roman is a day trip hot spring facility located in Nishikata-cho, Tochigi Prefecture, that uses a rare golden-colored carbonated hydrogen carbonate spring that is sourced directly from the spring.

The spring quality is a sodium-hydrogen carbonate, sulfate, and chloride spring, which is said to have a blood circulation effect and warms the body from the inside when soaking in the hot water. It is also believed to be effective for lower back pain and neuralgia.

The indoor bath is spacious, measuring about 14 tatami mats, allowing you to relax and soak in the hot water. The bathtub is equipped with steps where you can sit and enjoy long bathing sessions comfortably.

The sauna features a popular Finnish-style sauna known as "Low-temperature Finnsauna." The high-temperature steam and high humidity improve blood circulation and provide a relaxing effect through negative ions.

In the open-air baths, you can enjoy a refreshing breeze created by the surrounding rural landscape and experience a liberating bath under the starry sky at night.

There is also an artificial carbonated spring that provides fine bubbles that gently touch your skin, creating a pleasant sensation.

After bathing, you can enjoy a meal at one of the two restaurants within the facility. The restaurants offer seasonal menus, ensuring that you can enjoy a variety of options without getting bored even after multiple visits. Popular seasonal dishes during the summer include eel and chilled ramen.

• About a 10-minute drive from the Toga IC.

Michi no Eki Utsunomiya Romantic Village Yudokoro Aguri

Yudokoro Aguri is a day trip hot spring facility located in the corner of Michi no Eki Utsunomiya Romantic Village, a sprawling 46-hectare farm park that offers a unique stay experience.

It uses natural hot springs with a simple alkaline composition, which is said to be effective for neuralgia and muscle pain.

Both the indoor and outdoor baths offer panoramic views of the surrounding Mt. Kurama and the ever-changing natural scenery throughout the four seasons.

Since it is an attached hot spring facility to the roadside station, you can easily visit even during a drive. Rental items such as bath towels are available, making it a recommended point.

The waiting hall is equipped with massage chairs, so be sure to take advantage of them during your relaxation time after bathing.

In Romantic Village, there is Villa de Aguri, where you can stay, and Agri Spa, which has a pool and mixed-gender hot springs, allowing you to enjoy the hot springs along with other amenities.

• 5-minute drive from the Utsunomiya IC.

Ibaraki Prefecture Day Trip Hot Springs

Ibaraki Prefecture is known for its various hot springs located along the coast, such as Oarai Onsen, as well as the famous Fukuroda Falls, one of Japan's three great waterfalls, with Fukuroda Onsen situated right in front of it. Hot springs can be found in different places, both by the sea and in the mountains, making it a distinctive feature of the prefecture.

There are also many day trip hot spring facilities where you can enjoy hot springs without staying overnight. Here are two recommendations:

Natural Hot Springs Yubune Ryugasaki Branch

Yubune is a popular day trip hot spring facility with a focus on beauty, health, and relaxation. It offers natural hot springs, bedrock baths, fitness facilities, relaxation services, and dining options, providing a comprehensive experience to refresh your body from both the inside and outside.

The large bathhouse uses natural hot springs with a sodium-chloride strong salt spring quality, which is said to be effective for neuralgia and stiff shoulders.

The indoor baths include tubs where you can enjoy daily changing herb baths and medicinal baths, as well as neutral baths where you can enjoy long soaks at a temperature similar to your body temperature.

In the open-air baths, you can enjoy carbonated springs infused with high levels of carbon dioxide and a space where you can lie down and soak in the hot water while feeling the outdoor breeze, providing a sense of openness.

The bedrock bath facility offers three types of baths with different effects and temperatures. There is also a dedicated space for women, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience.

The relaxation area is popular for its services combining body scrubbing, massages, and aromatherapy that takes advantage of the benefits of hot springs. We highly recommend experiencing it.

The restaurant "kikyo" offers a variety of menu options, from classic dishes such as soba, udon, curry, and ramen to local specialties like beef tripe hot pot and locally sourced pork shabu-shabu.

With a drink bar and dessert menu also available, it can also be enjoyed as a cafe.

• 18-minute drive from the Ami Higashi IC.

Beer Spark Shimotsuma

Beer Spark Shimotsuma is a facility in Ibaraki Prefecture where you can enjoy hot springs and beer at the same time, making it irresistible for beer lovers.

It utilizes natural hot springs that spring from 1,500 meters underground and is a popular facility with open-air baths, three indoor baths, saunas, and private family baths. The two distinct bathing areas have alternating gender access on different days.

Another highlight besides the hot springs is the brewery "Shimotsuma Brewery" located within the restaurant, where three types of local beers are produced.

The White Weizen features a banana-like aroma and refreshing taste, the Golden Pilsner offers a lemon-like aroma and a refreshing bitterness, and the Red Ale, with its reddish-brown color, showcases the bitterness of hops. We recommend enjoying these freshly brewed delicious beers after bathing.

• 10-minute drive from Shimotsuma Station.

Yamanashi Prefecture Day Trip Hot Springs

Yamanashi Prefecture, known as the home of Mount Fuji tourism, is a popular destination for hot springs where you can enjoy bathing while gazing at the majestic Mount Fuji.

Notable hot spring areas in the prefecture include the Kawaguchiko area and Isawa Onsen. Particularly, the hot springs around Kawaguchiko are popular as a perfect place to relax and rejuvenate after mountain climbing.

Kami-no-Yu Onsen

One popular hot spring facility in Yamanashi Prefecture is Kami-no-Yu Onsen, where you can enjoy seven different types of baths and three private baths.

Among the seven baths, there are unique features such as "Nobunaga's Bath," which reproduces the warm bath that was favored by Takeda Shingen, a historical figure from Kai Province (present-day Yamanashi Prefecture), and the "Vibration Bath," which generates massaging bubbles.

From the open-air baths with a sense of openness, you can enjoy views of the Yamanashi Prefecture's foothills leading to Kofu and the night scenery of Kofu city.

In addition to the large bathhouse, Kami-no-Yu Onsen also emphasizes private baths. The barrel-shaped bath, made from Takano-Maki, one of the world's three most beautiful trees alongside Himalayan Cedar and Japanese Cedar, is a must-try for hot spring enthusiasts. The bath, made from the second-largest Takano-Maki tree in the Kanto region, offers a luxurious wooden aroma and a relaxing effect with its gentle amber-colored hot spring water, providing ultimate relaxation for both body and mind.

Although this facility also has a hotel, you can visit for a day trip bathing as well since face towels and shampoo are provided, allowing you to travel light.

On the 26th of every month, there is a campaign where the bathing fee is discounted by 50%, so we hope you can take advantage of it and enjoy the hot springs to the fullest.

• 2-minute drive from the Futaba Service Area.

Yurari - Fuji View Onsen

For those who want to soak in a bath while enjoying the view of Mount Fuji, Yurari - Fuji View Onsen is recommended.

Utilizing natural hot springs that well up from 1,000 meters underground, you can enjoy a total of 16 types of baths.

When gazing at Mount Fuji, the mountain-view open-air bath and the panoramic bath are highly recommended. Immerse yourself in the slightly hot water maintained at 42 degrees Celsius and enjoy the ever-changing view of Mount Fuji throughout the seasons.

In the mountain-view open-air bath, the scenery changes with the illumination in the evening, offering a different experience from daytime.

Regarding indoor baths, you can experience various unique hot springs, such as aroma baths where you can enjoy six different fragrances that change weekly, and a cave-like bath surrounded by lava that allows you to enjoy a bubble bath.

After the hot spring bath, you can savor local gourmet dishes made from local ingredients, such as Kappa Rice and Shinano Salmon Bowl, at the on-site restaurant, adding to your enjoyable experience.

• 10-minute drive from the Kawaguchiko IC.

How about a quick refresh at a day trip hot spring this weekend!

How was it? We introduced 16 day trip hot spring facilities located near the Kanto region.

As you can see, day trip hot spring facilities offer a variety of amenities such as baths, rock bathing, saunas, and dining options, allowing you to enjoy a full day of relaxation.

Each facility has its own unique baths and services, so we hope you can refer to this article and enjoy a day trip hot spring with your family or partner this weekend.

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