03/10/2025
Immersing yourself in hot natural spring water amongst a natural backdrop at Horita Onsen might just be the experience you need to fully relax and recover.
Only 10 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Horita Onsen is the one of the eight historic onsen collectively known as Beppu Hattō and has been an integral part of the local community since the Edo Period.
The new Horita Onsen was opened in April of 2003, and draws on those same historic waters but with a specially designed facility that emphasizes the rejuvenating effects of nature.
The interior bath is spacious but still maintains a connection to the outdoors through large floor to ceiling windows that let the natural light flow in.
The outdoor open-air bath is also visible from the inside, including the seasonally designed landscaping featuring both rock formations as well as plants and trees.
The tranquil and serene environment allows for the ultimate unwinding.
But the experience doesn’t stop there, the building also features a relaxation room for those who have finished bathing. Allow yourself to fully enjoy the process from start to finish.
The facility is also fully handicapped friendly, making it beloved by locals and travellers of all ages.
The Horita Onsen is a must-visit spot to fully appreciate Beppu’s natural waters and beauty.
For more information: https://enjoyonsen.city.beppu-jp.com/onsen/horitaonsen/
Enjoy Onsen official website: https://enjoyonsen.city.beppu-jp.com
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Beppu City is located within Oita prefecture in eastern Kyushu, and there are various ways to get to Beppu. The fastest way you can access is to fly from Haneda airport in Tokyo, which takes only 1h 40min.
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Picture: © Beppu Tourism