What to know
Nasu Onsen (那須温泉) is a charming, old-fashioned hot spring resort spread across the slopes of Mount Nasudake, an area also known as the Nasu Highlands (那須高原, Nasu Kōgen). The resort's heart is the Yumoto hot spring town, located halfway up the mountain. The springs were discovered during the Nara Period (710-784) and have been prized for their healing qualities ever since.
Mount Nasudake is a popular hiking destination. A ropeway takes visitors within a 45-minute hike of the summit, and numerous trails crisscross the mountain slopes. A pedestrian suspension bridge offers lovely views over the treetops. Azaleas bloom around Nasu Onsen in late May, and autumn colors peak in early to mid October.
Below is a partial list of public hot spring baths. Some local ryokan also allow day visitors to use their baths for a small fee.
Ratings: best of the best best of Japan outstanding
Hourly buses run from Nasu-Shiobara Station via Kuroiso Station to Nasu Onsen. From April to November, buses continue to the Nasu Ropeway Station (75 minutes, 1640 yen), while from December to March they only go as far as Nasu Yumoto (50 minutes, 1170 yen).
How to get to and around Nasu-Shiobara
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 8:00 to 18:00 (entry until 17:30)
- Closed
- irregular closing days
- Admission
- 500 yen (~$3.2)
- English name
- Heisei no Mori
- Original name
- Nasu Onsen
Verify details before visiting. Currency conversion is indicative and may vary over time.