Overview
Tokachigawa Onsen is a hot-spring resort in the town of Otofuke, Katō District, Hokkaido. Its inns gather along the Tokachi River as it crosses the Tokachi Plain, and it is known as one of the leading onsen destinations of eastern Hokkaido.
Highlights
- ●A rare plant-derived hot spring warmed by ancient plants
- ●An onsen resort spread along the Tokachi River
- ●Tokachi Hills Park nearby
- ●The Tokachi Ecology Park for enjoying nature
History
Unlike the volcanic geothermal springs common across Japan, its water is warmed by heat released as ancient plants turned into lignite over long ages, giving it a distinctive plant-derived character. Tokachi Hills Park and the Tokachi Ecology Park lie in the surrounding area.
Access
The resort sits along the Tokachi River in the town of Otofuke, Katō District, Hokkaido. Please check maps and official sources for detailed routes.
Best season
The baths can be enjoyed in every season, though soaking in the clear, crisp air of winter is especially memorable.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Soak in the hot springs at a Tokachigawa Onsen inn
- 2Take a leisurely walk along the Tokachi River
- 3Visit Tokachi Hills Park
- 4Enjoy nature at the Tokachi Ecology Park
Did you know?
💡 Rather than volcanic heat, its waters are warmed by the heat given off as ancient plants formed lignite, making it a rare plant-derived hot spring.
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