More about Noboribetsu Onsen (Hot Springs) from our blog
Frequently Asked Questions
Noboribetsu Onsen is accessible by train and bus. The nearest railway station is Noboribetsu Station on the JR Muroran Line. From there, a 15-minute bus ride will take you directly to the hot spring area. If coming from Sapporo, direct buses are also available.
The area boasts a variety of hot springs, including sulfur, salt, and iron springs, among others. These springs are believed to offer different health benefits, ranging from skin healing to relieving muscle pain.
Yes, Noboribetsu Onsen offers a wide range of accommodations, from luxury hotels and traditional ryokans to more budget-friendly options. Many of these places provide guests with private or public hot spring baths.
Hell Valley (Jigokudani) is a spectacular volcanic valley just above Noboribetsu Onsen. It's famous for its boiling sulfuric hot springs, steam vents, and other volcanic activities, as well as its dramatic, other-worldly landscape. The valley is the main source of Noboribetsu’s hot spring waters.
Besides the hot springs and Hell Valley, visitors can explore Noboribetsu Bear Park, Date Jidaimura (a historical theme park), and the beautiful Lake Kuttara. There are also several hiking trails in the area for nature lovers.
