Wakura Onsen
和倉温泉
An ancient hot spring resort with over 1,200 years of history, it features a town square with an egret statue and the unique experience of boiling eggs in natural spring water.
〒 926-0175How to get there
和倉温泉Nanao Line24 min walk from the station
Wakura Onsen is an ancient hot spring resort with a rich history of over 1200 years. It welcomes both locals and tourists to enjoy its high-quality hot spring water, known for its beneficial health effects. A must-see feature of the Onsen is the Yumoto no Hiroba, or "hot spring origin square," which serves as the heart of the town and features a statue of an egret. Visitors can also have fun by boiling eggs in the natural spring water at the site, eggs can be purchased nearby. Accommodation can be arranged in a traditional Japanese inn (ryokan).
Featuring:
Yumoto no Hiroba and boiling eggs
Bentenzaki Gensen Park
Ryokan - traditional Japanese inn
Local seasonal delicacies
What's on here
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| August 2027 | ||
| 6 Aug 2027Date to be confirmed | Wakura Onsen Fireworks Festival | |
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