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Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs

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Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs

Unique 12 onsens dotting Hanamaki Hot Spring Resort, the largest onsen area in the Tohoku Region.

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In the western Hanamaki City of Iwate, Dai River and Toyosawa River run between peaceful mountains, where hot springs of Hanamaki Onsen Resort dot the area. Since there are 12 hot springs, such as Hanamaki Onsen, Dai Onsen and Osawa Onsen, they are called the Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs. Each of them has a long history, found nearly 300 to 400 years ago.

Therapeutic hot spring inns in the traditional part of town, resort hotels for families and couples, private Japanese-style lodgings with its own hot spring tub, and other variety allow you to pick what you want according to the purpose of your trip. You can also select an inn for the quality of spring water.

Hanamaki is about 2 hours and 40 minutes on the Tohoku Shinkansen from Tokyo. From Shin-Hanamaki Station or Hanamaki Station, there is a free shuttle bus service for guests staying at an inn.

Highlights

  • The collective name of 12 hot springs in Hanamaki Onsen Resort in Hanamaki City, Iwate.
  • Hanamaki Onsen Resort is the largest hot spring area in the Tohoku Region.
  • Hot springs and lodgings have a great variety covering many needs.
  • It is about 2 hours and 40 minutes from Tokyo via Tohoku Shinkansen.
  • A free shuttle bus runs from the train stations.

Photos

  • Osawa Onsen, famous for Tojiya’s outdoor hot spring for male/female

    Osawa Onsen, famous for Tojiya’s outdoor hot spring for male/female

  • In winter, you can view snowscape from the hot spring

    In winter, you can view snowscape from the hot spring

  • The retro townscape is pleasant to walk around

    The retro townscape is pleasant to walk around

  • Majestic mountain view is another charm of the hot spring

    Majestic mountain view is another charm of the hot spring

  • Hotels for the enjoyment of the modern resort

    Hotels for the enjoyment of the modern resort

  • Some lodgings are perfect for families

    Some lodgings are perfect for families

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is there parking available?
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Parking is available.

Q

Is there free Wi-Fi available to use in the area?
A

Yes (may not be available in every building, please check separately.)

Q

Are there locker rentals available?
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No.

Q

Are there any special travel packages available?
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The Kanko Taxi Plan from the hot springs (on the Donguri Yamaneko-go Shuttle) and the Set-Fare Taxi service, servicing from the bullet train station and every hot spring location (Hanamaki Onsenkyo Set Fare Taxi) are both available.
Donguri Yamaneko-go Shuttle：https://www.kanko-hanamaki.ne.jp/donguri_yamanekogou/
Hanamaki Onsenkyo Set Fare Taxi：https://www.kanko-hanamaki.ne.jp/special/onsen_taxi/index.html

Reviews

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  • 夏婉欣

    These traditional hot spring inns have been preserved since ancient times. The simple hot spring street lets you enjoy relaxing time surrounded by nature.

Details

Name in Japanese
花巻12湯
Postal Code
025-0004
Address
Hanamaki City, Iwate
Telephone
0198-29-4522 (Hanamaki Tourism Association)
Directions
From Tohoku Shinkansen’s Shin-Hanamaki Station or Tohoku Main Line’s Hanamaki Station, ride the free shuttle bus
Official Website
Official Website (English)
Hanamaki Tourism Association (English)
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