Kawayu Onsen (川湯温泉) is one of Eastern Hokkaido’s most recommended places to soak and a good base for exploring the lake Kussharo-ko. This hot spring boasts highly acidic water supplied to all hotels.

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Oyado Kinkiyu ♨︎

お宿 欣喜湯

1min walk from Yubinkyoku-mae bus stop


At the corner of Kawayu’s central crossroads, Kinkiyu features two-floor communal onsen with different types of water temperature. Rooms are a mix of Japanese- and Western-style.

Suikazura ♨︎

お宿欣喜湯 別邸 忍冬

2min walk from Kawayu-onsengai bus stop


This newly renovated onsen boasts luxury mix of Japanese- and Western-style rooms and a stylish buffet. Pick-up from JR Kawayu-onsen Station is possible (free), if you request in advance.

KKR Kawayu ♨︎

KKRかわゆ

3min walk from Yakuba-shisho-mae bus stop


In the east side of Kawayu, the KKR is excellent value public lodge, with clean Japanese-style rooms and communal onsen.