Japan · Greater Tokyo
Common questions
Most hot springs in Yugawara charge an entrance fee. Check individual listings for the most current pricing information.
Hot springs in Yugawara average around 65°C. Individual springs range from relaxing warm baths to intensely hot therapeutic pools — always check the temperature rating before entering.
From Tokyo, take the JR Tokaido Line to Yugawara (about 90 min). Walk or ryokan shuttle. Total journey time is approximately 100 minutes.
Yes. Yugawara has 1 public bath well-suited to first-time onsen visitors. Rinse thoroughly before entering, no swimming, and keep noise to a minimum.
Year-round. Spring for azaleas; autumn for foliage along the river. is considered the ideal time to visit Yugawara. Hot springs are a year-round attraction — winter visits are especially popular as the contrast between cold air and hot water creates a uniquely atmospheric soak.
About
Calm coastal onsen town where riverside baths extend from mountain foothills to the sea. Known for citrus groves and a slower pace than nearby Hakone.
