Best Japanese Onsens by Region
When looking for the best onsens by region, you might want to either consider your current plans, or go on a virtual onsen hunt across Japan
Japan varies wildly between prefectures: Each region has its own delicacies, traditions and legends, and onsen culture too!
Choose a Region
If you’re new to travel in Japan: here’s a quick crash course on each region!
– For the area including and surrounding Tokyo, you’ll want to check out Kanto.
– The central part of Japan, where Nagano and Nagoya are located is called Chubu.
– To the west of Chubu, you have Osaka and Kyoto, which are in Kansai.
– Moving further southwest, you’ll hit Chugoku which has Hiroshima, and the large island below is Shikoku.
– The southwestern-most part is Kyushu, featuring Fukuoka and Beppu. Going further across the sea leads you to Okinawa.
– North of Kanto, you have Tohoku where Aomori and Akita are located. The big island across the sea is Hokkaido.
