The best Onsen places to visit and When is the best season?

Here are some of the best onsen places to visit in Japan along with the best seasons to experience them:

1. Hakone Onsen (Kanagawa Prefecture)
   • Features: Easily accessible from Tokyo, offering beautiful natural scenery and a variety of hot springs.
   • Best Season: Autumn (for the fall foliage), Winter (for the snow scenery)
2. Kusatsu Onsen (Gunma Prefecture)
   • Features: Known for its strong acidic waters, one of Japan’s top three hot springs. Attractions include Yubatake and Sainokawara Park.
   • Best Season: Winter (for snow views), Spring (for fresh greenery)
3. Arima Onsen (Hyogo Prefecture)
   • Features: One of Japan’s oldest hot springs, offering “Golden” and “Silver” spring waters with different properties.
   • Best Season: Autumn (for fall foliage), Winter
4. Beppu Onsen (Oita Prefecture)
   • Features: Known for its variety of hot springs and the famous “Hells of Beppu” geothermal spots.
   • Best Season: Spring (for cherry blossoms), Winter
5. Noboribetsu Onsen (Hokkaido)
   • Features: Famous for its geothermal activity and diverse hot spring waters. Highlights include Jigokudani (Hell Valley).
   • Best Season: Winter (for snow views), Autumn (for fall foliage)

Best Seasons

• Spring: Enjoy cherry blossoms and fresh greenery.
• Summer: High-altitude onsen are popular for escaping the heat.
• Autumn: Experience stunning fall foliage.
• Winter: Enjoy the beauty of snow-covered landscapes while soaking in hot springs.