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Originally, Japanese people have always loved baths and hot springs. It's only natural that the ways to enjoy day-trip bathing and hot spring facilities continue to evolve. Find your favorite facility and pay it a visit. Here, we introduce the popular ranking of day-trip hot spring facilities nationwide, as voted by Tabiiro readers.

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    Akakura Sanso

    赤倉山荘

    Akakura Sanso

    Akita

    Akita

    Akakura Sanso

    赤倉山荘

    A Healing Famous Hot Spring Passed Down Through Generations

    "Akakura Sanso," a historic hot spring facility in Gojome Town, Akita, is set amid abundant natural surroundings. The spring known as Nametara is associated with a legend in which an injured crane was healed after bathing in its waters. With a history spanning more than 350 years, it has long been cherished by the local community, and day-use visits allow for bathing and dining in the clear, quiet mountain air.

    Data
    【Business hours】 Hot spring: 10:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. (Reception closes), Dining hall: 11:30 A.M. to LO 1:00 P.M. *Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays: 11:00 A.M. to LO 1:30 P.M., Guest rooms and large hall: 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
    【Address】
    富津内中津又滑多羅3-7, Gojome Town, Minamiakita County, Akita
    【Access】
    Car: 20 minutes from Akita Expressway Gojome-Hachiro IC, 50 minutes from Odate-Noshiro Airport; Train: 22 minutes by car from Hachirogata Station on the JR Ou Main Line
    【Tel】
    +81-18-854-2969
    【Closed days】 Mondays *If a public holiday, closed the following Tuesday; December 29 to January 3
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    Polder Kata no Yu

    ポルダー潟の湯

    Polder Kata no Yu

    Akita

    Akita

    Polder Kata no Yu

    ポルダー潟の湯

    Five Million Years in the Making "Beauty-Enhancing Waters"

    "Polder Kata no Yu" is famous for its skin-beautifying properties. This hot spring originates from a layer of seawater that is approximately 5 million years old, offering two different temperatures for you to enjoy. The facility offers various amenities, featuring a sauna and a reclining bath, and is easily accessible with barrier-free access and reasonable prices. There is an on-site restaurant, and with many tourist attractions nearby, it's a perfect stop on your journey. Shuttle buses for groups and banquet courses are also available.

    Data
    【Business hours】 Hot Spring: 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. / Dining: 11:00 A.M. to 8:30 P.M.
    【Address】
    大潟村字北1-3, Minamiakita County, Akita
    【Access】
    [Car] 15 minutes from Kotooka-Moritake IC on the Akita Expressway; 61 minutes from Akita Airport; [Train] 20 minutes by car from Hachirogata Station on the JR Ou Main Line
    【Tel】
    +81-185-45-2641
    【Closed days】 The second Tuesday of every month *In August, the fourth Tuesday
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