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Jozankei Onsen (Hot Springs)

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Jozankei Onsen (Hot Springs)

This historical hot spring resort was pioneered by an ascetic monk, Miizumi Jozan, about 150 years ago.

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A historical hot spring resort located in Minami-Ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, also known as the inner city of the large Sapporo metropolis. It has been designated as Shikotsu-Toya National Park for more than 150 years since the hot spring opened. The hot spring resort extends along the riverbanks carved by the Shirai River and the Toyohira River.

Jozankei Onsen has 56 sources, concentrated near Tsukimi-Bashi Bridge and Takayama-Bashi Bridge on the Toyohira River, flowing through the hot spring resort area. The spring is a sodium chloride spring. The springs gush out naturally from cracks in the bedrock along the riverbanks and at the bottom of the river. The gushing volume is 8,600 liters per minute, and the gushing temperature is relatively high, 60 to 80 degrees Celsius.

There are free footbaths and handbaths in the hot spring resort area, including Jozan-Gensen Park. There is also fairy tale Kappa statues throughout the hot spring resort, and there is a statue of the Great Kappa King in Futami Park along the Toyohira River.

The nearby Futami Suspension Bridge is one of the best places for forest bathing and autumn foliage viewing in Jozankei.

Highlights

  • There are 56 sources, with more than 500,000 liters gushing out every hour.
  • The temperature is relatively high for a naturally gushing hot spring.
  • There are free footbaths and hand baths in the hot spring resort area.
  • You can enjoy the rich nature of the valley.

Photos

  • The Jozankei Onsen (Hot Springs) resort

    The Jozankei Onsen (Hot Springs) resort

  • Jozankei Onsen resort with beautiful snowy scenery

    Jozankei Onsen resort with beautiful snowy scenery

  • Jozankei Onsen resort at night

    Jozankei Onsen resort at night

  • Footbath at Jozan Gensen Park

    Footbath at Jozan Gensen Park

  • Futami Suspension Bridge is also known for its autumn foliage.

    Futami Suspension Bridge is also known for its autumn foliage.

  • Kappa-sama in Jozankei Hot Spring Resort

    Kappa-sama in Jozankei Hot Spring Resort

Reviews

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  • Queenie
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    Walking into Jozankei feels like arriving in a Japanese hot spring town surrounded by mountains and forests. It has a history of about 150 years and was founded by the ascetic monk Miizumi Jozan. It still retains the distinctive atmosphere of a traditional hot spring district. My favorite spot was the footbath near the park entrance. The spring water was clear and clean, and quite hot, making it especially relaxing to soak my tired feet. Strolling slowly along the valley, listening to the babbling stream and feeling the mountain breeze, I naturally began to slow down. It's perfect for spending half a day with no rush, simply enjoying the leisurely pace.

  • 周黛西
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    Jozankei Onsen, near Sapporo, is a well-known hot spring town in Hokkaido, often called Sapporo’s backyard retreat. It’s famous for the beautiful Toyohira River gorge scenery. Staying at a traditional ryokan and enjoying an authentic sulfur hot spring bath is highly recommended.

    As you stroll through the hot spring town, you’ll spot cute kappa everywhere, along with lots of kappa-themed souvenirs and keepsakes.

    You can also enjoy water activities. Even beginners who can’t swim can easily have fun paddling, getting close to the water and the forest while surrounded by lush green mountains and clear streams—it’s such a joyful experience!

    After night falls, listen to the sound of the stream under the soft lights, and in the dreamy glow, you might just have an unexpected encounter with a kappa.

  • Yuang Hs
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    It's about a 50-minute drive from Sapporo, making it perfect for an overnight hot spring stay. There's also a bus, so it's super convenient.

  • 柚子
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    The whole hot spring area is built along the Toyohira River. Most rooms let you hear the sound of the stream and see the mountains. The quality of the hot springs is pretty good too.

Details

Name in Japanese
定山渓温泉街
Postal Code
061-2303
Address
Minami-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
Telephone
011-598-2012 (Jozankei Tourism Association)
Closed
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Hours
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Admission
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Directions
From Sapporo Station on the Subway Namboku Line/Toho Line/JR Line, take the Jotetsu Bus to the Jozankei Yunomachi stop. You will be right there.
Website
Official Website (English)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa