Kawarayu Onsen
川原湯温泉
A relocated hot spring town in Gunma featuring historic communal baths and a unique winter water-throwing festival.
What it is
- A hot spring town relocated to higher ground after the original site was submerged by a dam.
- Legend says the spring was discovered by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1193.
- The resort area currently contains six inns and three restaurants for visitors.
- The spring water contains a mix of salt, gypsum, and hydrogen sulfide.
What to see
- The Ou-yu communal bathhouse which features the historic Minamoto clan crest.
- A modern town layout built to replace the submerged original village.
- Communal bathing facilities that utilize both natural springs and drilled wells.
When to go
- January 20th for the annual Yukake Festival featuring water-throwing rituals.
- Winter to see participants in loincloths perform traditional festival rites.
Getting there
- The town is a 15-minute walk from Kawarayu-Onsen Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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