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The 15 Hot Spring Day Trips in Japan That Earn the Trip

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The 15 best hot spring day trips in Japan you can book today, with what each costs, how long you get in the water and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason; start at the top.

From Osaka: Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen & Mt. Rokko Day Tour - Entering Himeji Castle, Japan’s white fortress
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From Osaka: Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen & Mt. Rokko Day Tour

1.Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen & Mt. Rokko Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 339 reviews · 10 hours · from $53Our pick

Travel from Osaka to Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, Arima Onsen, and Mt. Rokko in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English or Chinese-speaking guide. You get substantial free time at each stop, an optional Japanese lunch, and a chance to bathe at Arima Onsen at your own cost. Guides such as Gary, Harry, and Nick are often praised for clear explanations and personal help.

“Excellent trip, Himeji castle is amazing. The guide Gary explained a lot of things of history. The lunch was very delicious.”

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Osaka: Nara and Uji Day Trip with Deer Park and Hot Spring - Nara Park and the deer beneath Wakakusa Mountain
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Osaka: Nara and Uji Day Trip with Deer Park and Hot Spring

2.Nara and Uji Day Trip with Deer Park and Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 302 reviews · 10 hours · from $57

Spend 10 hours visiting Nara Park, Todai-ji, Kasuga Taisha, and Uji from Osaka. Feed deer with included crackers, sample matcha treats, choose Byodo-in Temple or the Tale of Genji Museum, then bathe at Genji no Yu. Guides such as Etta, Ethan, Lucia, and Liao are often praised for clear, lively help.

“Thank you so much for trip. Very good tour guy Liao. He explained very clear and easy to communicated.”

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Tokyo: Mount Fuji 5th Station & Onsen Day Trip - Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station at 2,300 Meters
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Tokyo: Mount Fuji 5th Station & Onsen Day Trip

3.Mount Fuji 5th Station & Onsen Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 75 reviews · 1 day · from $50

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, or Shinkurayama Asama Park outside the seasonal access period. Visit Oshino Hakkai’s spring-fed ponds, then spend two hours at Konohananoyu Onsen, with Gotemba Premium Outlets offered instead on some weekdays. English and Chinese commentary is available.

“Guide lin tian Anna is very nice and professional. She can serve all the clients in well organized manner. Anna is a good guide and can be considered for promotion when there is opportunity.”

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Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen - Zenko-ji Temple and the center of Nagano
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Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen

4.Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $337Top rated

Spend about eight hours exploring Nagano with a private English-speaking guide such as Hori, Mutsumi, or Fumiko. Visit Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, Zenko-ji Temple, Obuse, and the Hokusai Museum, with time for local food, sake, or an optional onsen. Choose public transport or a private vehicle, with hotel pickup available from selected central Nagano hotels.

“By far the best part was visiting the snow monkey park. This is one of the most fun things you can do in Japan if you’re an animal lover. Way better than an owl cafe.”

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[Seasonal Limited] Mt. Fuji 5th Station &Hot Spring Day Tour - Riding up to the Mt. Fuji 5th Station
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[Seasonal Limited] Mt. Fuji 5th Station &Hot Spring Day Tour

5.[Seasonal Limited] Mt. Fuji 5th Station &Hot Spring Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 1 day · from $50

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Shinkurayama Asama Park or Oshino Hakkai, then spend two hours at Konohananoyu Onsen. The $50 tour includes transport, parking, fuel, and a guide, with limited English commentary on small groups. Weekday departures may offer Gotemba Premium Outlets instead of the hot spring.

“i like the phase of our trip. sadly, we weren't able to see mt fuji bec its cloudy but we enjoy the rest of the itinerary. coco is a great guide! she shared infos on japan along the way and is very accommodating. will greatly recommend!”

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Full Day Hiking Tour at Mt.Takao including Hot Spring - The summit and the chance to see Mt. Fuji
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Full Day Hiking Tour at Mt.Takao including Hot Spring

6.Full Day Hiking Tour at Mt.Takao including Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $118

Meet your private guide at Takaosanguchi Station for a 5.5-hour Mt. Takao hike. Choose an easier or harder trail, visit Yakuo-in Temple, descend by cable car or lift, and learn proper onsen etiquette before soaking at Takaosan Onsen. Guides such as Hiroko, Keita, Rie, and Takeshi are known for adapting the pace and explaining local culture.

“Visiting Mt. Takao was definitely the touch of nature i wanted to try and experience while in Japan. Because i stayed in Tokyo primarily, this was one of the closer chances to get away from the city. My guide, Rie-san, was patient and definiteRead more”

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Mt. Fuji 5th, Oshino Hakkai, Onsen Full-Day Trip From Tokyo - Starting the journey from Tokyo
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Mt. Fuji 5th, Oshino Hakkai, Onsen Full-Day Trip From Tokyo

7.Mt. Fuji 5th, Oshino Hakkai, Onsen Full-Day Trip From Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $56

Travel from Tokyo by air-conditioned vehicle to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai, and a two-hour choice of hot spring or Gotemba Premium Outlets. Guides such as Anna and Andrew are praised for clear help and warm service. Winter departures visit Arakurayama Sengen Park instead of the 5th Station.

“We had an incredible Mount Fuji tour, and our guide Anna truly made it unforgettable. She was knowledgeable, organized, and incredibly thoughtful throughout the day. From sharing local history to pointing out hidden gems, Anna added so much depth to the experience. Everything ran smoothly, and we felt well taken care of from start to finish. If you're planning a trip to Mount Fuji, I highly recommend booking with Anna—you won’t regret it!”

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Fukuoka: Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Scenic Day Tour - Meeting the van near Hakata Station
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Fukuoka: Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Scenic Day Tour

8.Fukuoka: Mt. Aso Volcano & Kurokawa Onsen Scenic Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 37 reviews · 10 hours · from $90

Leave Fukuoka by comfortable van for Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine, Mt. Aso, Kusasenri grassland, and Kurokawa Onsen. You get English or Chinese guiding, scenic mountain roads, and about 100 minutes in the hot spring village. Bring cash, a towel, sturdy shoes, and patience for a full day with fixed stops.

“Amazing trip. Excellent guide and well Organized. Places we have visited were indeed the highlights of our trip. Strongly recommend”

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Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka - The 5th Station from late April through September
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Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka

9.Full Day Tour at Mt. Fuji, Onsen, Lake Kawaguchi and Yamanaka

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · from $49Best value

Spend about 10 hours touring Mount Fuji’s best-known viewpoints from Tokyo. You’ll visit Arakurayama Sengen Park or the 5th Station depending on the season, then Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Yamanaka. Guides such as Damon, BC, Mario, and Laner have led past departures. Transport, bottled water, and pickup are included, while lunch, boat rides, and onsen entry cost extra.

“BC was very entertaining and accommodating. She’s very funny and was a lovely tour guide. Thank you so much BC!!”

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Kyushu: Aso Vocano, Grassland,Onsen and Aso shrine 1-Day Tour - Kusasenri grasslands and the open Aso view
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Kyushu: Aso Vocano, Grassland,Onsen and Aso shrine 1-Day Tour

10.Kyushu: Aso Vocano, Grassland,Onsen and Aso shrine 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $72

Leave Fukuoka at 8:00 a.m. for Mt. Aso’s active Nakadake Crater, the wide Kusasenri grasslands, 2,500-year-old Aso Shrine, and Kurokawa Onsen. Multilingual guides such as Sun, Lina, Helen, and Emy may lead the day. The bus handles the long distances, while you enjoy short, well-timed stops.

“Great sites made much easier by using the tour for transportation. The down side is the tour was 90% in Korean with minimal to no information given in English. If you are an English speaker I would consider another tour.”

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Full Day Tour to Kurobe Gorge and Unazuki Onsen from Kanazawa - Leaving Kanazawa at 8:00 a.m.
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Full Day Tour to Kurobe Gorge and Unazuki Onsen from Kanazawa

11.Full Day Tour to Kurobe Gorge and Unazuki Onsen from Kanazawa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $252

Travel by private bus from Kanazawa to Unazuki Onsen, then ride the scenic Kurobe Gorge trolley to Nekomata Station and back. An English-speaking guide, such as Garrett, leads walks to foot baths and the Healing Buddha. Bring snacks and drinks, since the train has no shops or restaurants.

“Didn't expect that I was the only one who signed up for this tour on that particular day, I had one best day with the tour guide Garrett. He is a friendly person, plus experienced and passionate traveller. Throughout the entire trip, we were engRead more”

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Private Car Day Trip to the Kobe Mountains, Gardens and Hot Springs from Osaka - Riding the historic Mount Rokko cable car
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Private Car Day Trip to the Kobe Mountains, Gardens and Hot Springs from Osaka

12.Private Car Day Trip to the Kobe Mountains, Gardens and Hot Springs from Osaka

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews

Leave your Osaka hotel at 8:30 a.m. in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide such as Kevin or Levi. Ride the historic Mount Rokko cable car, walk through Kobe Municipal Arboretum, then spend two hours in Arima Onsen. The route can flex around your interests, traffic, and lunch plans.

“A great day out in Kobe and nice experience in hot springs. Kevin the tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun to be with.”

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Tokyo: Mt Fuji Lake Kawaguchi & Yamanaka Hot Spring Day Tour - Oishi Park and the seasonal Fuji calendar
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Tokyo: Mt Fuji Lake Kawaguchi & Yamanaka Hot Spring Day Tour

13.Mt Fuji Lake Kawaguchi & Yamanaka Hot Spring Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 10 hours · from $68

Spend 10 hours visiting Fuji viewpoints, Oishi Park or the seasonal Maple Corridor, Kawaguchiko Station, Oshino Hakkai, and Lake Yamanaka. A bilingual driver-guide handles transport, but this is mainly self-guided, with basic English rather than detailed commentary. Hotel pickup is available in selected Tokyo districts, and the hot spring admission costs extra.

“I loved this trip! It was a comfortable way for a solo traveler to see and photograph Mount Fuji. Our guide, Jason, was friendly and very helpful throughout the day. I only wish we could have spent a bit more time at a few of the stops, but the schedule was well organized and it was nice to be back in Tokyo at a reasonable hour. I would highly recommend this experience.”

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From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake - The 70-minute ride from Nozawa Onsen
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From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake

14.From Nozawa Onsen: Snow Monkeys and Zenko-ji Day Trip & Sake

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · 10 hours · from $135

From Nozawa Onsen, an English-speaking local guide takes you by coach to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, a warming lunch, Zenko-ji Temple in Nagano, and a final sake tasting. Guides such as Endo, Kieron, Lin, and Yama have led recent departures. Expect snowy walking, long coach rides, and a full but well-rounded day.

“Lin is an excellent guide! Knowledgeable in the variety of subjects throughout the tour, speaks at least 3 languages, and educates the clients with her gentle demeanor and engaging personality. She is a real gem, and it was a pleasure to spend the day with her.”

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Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai and Hot Spring Day Trip - Mt. Fuji 5th Station at 2,305 meters
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Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai and Hot Spring Day Trip

15.Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai and Hot Spring Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 13 reviews · from $65

Spend about 11 hours traveling from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai, and your choice of Gotemba Premium Outlets or Konohananoyu hot spring. You’ll ride an air-conditioned bus, hear about local culture, and enjoy a small group of up to nine people. The 5th Station visit runs from April 26 to November 30.

“Oh man, what an experience. Our guide was crazy but in a good way, efficient and on top of things. This was a busy day but an incredible value to go to the top of Mt. Fuji, the beautiful village and drink the “long life water” and then the incredible onsen overlooking Mt Fuji. You couldn’t ask for a better day! It was sooo long though”

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