Overview
Asamushi Onsen is a hot spring located in the Asamushi area on the eastern edge of the city of Aomori, Aomori Prefecture. Developed as a leisure destination with sea bathing, skiing, an aquarium, and an amusement park, it flourished and came to be known as the "Atami of Tohoku" and the "inner parlour of Aomori." It lies at the base of the Natsudomari Peninsula, which juts out into Mutsu Bay.
Highlights
- ●A hot-spring resort facing Mutsu Bay
- ●Known as the "Atami of Tohoku" and the "inner parlour of Aomori"
- ●Leisure facilities including sea bathing, skiing, an aquarium and an amusement park
- ●A scenic setting at the base of the Natsudomari Peninsula
History
The hot spring lies in Asamushi in the city of Aomori, in the former province of Mutsu. It developed as a leisure-oriented resort and thrived as a seaside onsen town, earning the nickname the "Atami of Tohoku" after the famous Atami Onsen in Shizuoka.
Access
Asamushi Onsen is situated in the Asamushi district of Aomori, at the base of the Natsudomari Peninsula projecting into Mutsu Bay. It forms part of the Asamushi-Natsudomari Prefectural Natural Park.
Best season
As a resort offering sea bathing in summer and skiing in the colder months, it presents different attractions across the seasons. The hot spring itself can be enjoyed all year round.
Map
40.8892, 140.8614 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Soak in the baths of the hot-spring town
- 2Take in the seaside scenery along Mutsu Bay
- 3Visit leisure facilities such as the aquarium
- 4Stroll through the natural park on the Natsudomari Peninsula
Did you know?
💡 Owing to its lively atmosphere, the resort was nicknamed the "Atami of Tohoku" and the "inner parlour of Aomori."
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