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Kawaji Onsen

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川治温泉

A historic riverside hot spring town in Nikko known for alkaline waters and its past as an Edo-period post town.

Kawaji Onsen
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What it is

  • A hot spring resort located at the confluence of the Kinugawa and Ojika rivers.
  • Discovered during the Kyoho era of the Edo period as a post town.
  • The area features alkaline simple hot spring water known for its smooth quality.
  • The town currently hosts approximately ten inns and hotels along the riverbank.

What to see

  • Yakushi-no-yu is a public open-air bath situated directly by the river.
  • The Onade-ishi stone is a local landmark enshrined within the hot spring town.
  • Riverside views of the Ojika River from the various local inns and hotels.

Getting there

  • Kawaji-Yumoto Station is a ten-minute walk from the hot spring town.
  • Accessible via the Yagan Railway Aizu Kinugawa Line.
  • Drivers can reach the area via National Route 121 from the Imaichi Interchange.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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