Onsen Guide Overview
An onsen is a Japanese hot spring that has natural minerals in the water that adds to the texture and smell of the bath. We traveled all over Hokkaido from Lake Toya to the Daisetsuzan National Park to experience the top onsens. As we stopped by each onsen we saved detailed notes and made many observations that we wished we were aware of before arriving. Japan has over 3,000 onsens and this guide will help you navigate the top onsens in Hokkaido based on what you’re looking for.
Onsen Guide Filters
Location: Niseko Area / Northern Hokkaido
Hōheikyō Hot Spring
Hōheikyō Hot Spring was listed as #1 in Japan by TripAdvisor in 2013 for “Day Trip Hot Spring Facility”.
Hotel La Vista Daisetsuzan
Hotel La Vista Daisetsuzan is near the base of the Asahidake Ropeway and uses hot water from a natural source along the Yukomabetsu River.
Healthy Chateau (ヘルシーシャトー 4)
Healthy Chateau (ヘルシーシャトー 4) is another high quality community onsen.
Yukichichibu Onsen
Located away from the crowds is this small and authentic feeling onsen.
Goshiki Onsen And Hotel
Located at the base of both Annupuri and Iwaonupuri mountains, this onsen gets a lot of attention from backcountry riders due to its convenient location
Highland Furano
Good value if you are staying in the Furano area and don’t want to travel too far.
Furano La Terre
Provides good facilities, however the price was a little high for what you get.
A-BRAND Golf Club
A-BRAND Golf Club is an elegant and large stone castle that looks like it should be located in rural Scotland.
Makkari Hot Spring (真狩温泉)
Makkari Hot Spring (真狩温泉) has a direct view of the iconic Mount Yotei from its open-air outside bath, which is hand built out of local stones.