Jozankei Onsen: Sapporo’s Mountain Hot Spring Town
Guide to Jozankei Onsen – how to get there from Sapporo, best ryokans and day-use facilities, autumn foliage timing, and whether it’s worth the trip.
Hot Springs
Onsen guides and hot spring experiences
Noboribetsu Onsen Guide: Hell Valley, Hot Springs, and Where to Stay
A practical guide to visiting Noboribetsu Onsen – Hokkaido’s most famous hot spring town. Covers Hell Valley, the best baths, day trip logistics, where to stay, and what to expect.
Tattoo-Friendly Onsen in Hokkaido: Where You Can Actually Soak
A regularly updated list of onsen in Hokkaido that accept tattooed visitors. Covers public baths, hotel onsen, and workarounds for places that don’t officially allow tattoos.