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Tsuchiyu Onsen

福島県

general.prefecture.

Kokeshi Village boasts hot springs with excellent water quality.

This hot spring boasts of its quality of spring water, which spreads throughout the "Kokeshi no Sato," one of the three major production areas of Kokeshi dolls. It is a rare hot spring in Japan that has various types of spring water, and it is effective for neuralgia, rheumatism, muscle pain, and has a beautifying effect on the skin. In autumn, enjoy the outdoor hot spring while viewing the autumn leaves, and in winter, soak in the outdoor hot spring while admiring the snow-covered scenery!

Features & How to Enjoy

Classic Onsen

Highlights

Point 1

Choose Your Preferred Hot Spring Quality!

Tsuchiyu Onsen is a hot spring with over 10 rare types of hot spring water found throughout Japan. The hot spring water comes in various types, such as the skin-friendly "simple hot spring," the secluded and mysterious "sulfur hot spring," and the highly insulating "carbonated hydrogen hot spring." Soak in your preferred hot spring and relieve yourself of the day's fatigue. The hot spring area is divided into "Tsuchiyu Onsen" and "Tsuchiyu Toge Onsen Village," but you can enjoy the "hot spring atmosphere" regardless of which area you visit.

Point 2

Painting Experience in Tsuchiyu Onsen is a Must!

Tsuchiyu Onsen is famous for its "Kokeshi" dolls to the extent that it is said that Tsuchiyu Onsen cannot be talked about without mentioning them. The hot spring town also has a "giant Kokeshi" installed, which has become a popular spot for taking photos. If you visit Tsuchiyu Onsen, be sure to try the "Kokeshi painting experience." The "Yuai Stage" exhibits over 2,000 Kokeshi dolls and accepts group painting sessions. At "Matsuya Shokuhin-ten," you can also enjoy mountain pepper clams and peach shiso rolls, in addition to the painting experience.

Point 3

Enjoy a Footbath Tour in Tsuchiyu Onsen

Tsuchiyu Onsen has four spots where you can enjoy footbaths, so why not take a stroll through the hot spring town and try a footbath tour? The recommended footbath is "Shinai no Yu". The roofed bathtub is made of Hinoki cypress, and the scent of Hinoki wafts gently through the air. The bathtub is spacious enough for about 10 people, so enjoy a conversation with your travel companions. It's also recommended to enjoy a variety of footbaths such as "Tsuki no Yubije", "Shimo no Yu", and "Kajika no Yu"!

Point 4

A Popular Spot for Flower Lovers: Tsuchiyu Onsen

Tsuchiyu Onsen is famous for its flowers, so much so that it's called a "treasure trove of flowers." From spring to summer, visitors are greeted by colorful flowers. Katakuri lilies, skunk cabbages, mountain azaleas, daylilies, and water lilies bloom beautifully, attracting many photographers who come to capture their beauty from early morning. While enjoying the scent of flowers floating in the clear air, why not take a stroll and relax?

Point 5

Savor the Famous Konjac Gourmet!

At Tsuchiyu Onsen, it's recommended to try the gourmet dish of "konjac" soaked in hot springs, which is a specialty of Tsuchiyu. The konjac from "Konnyaku Kobo Kinkan" is popular and has a "pure taste" without using any coloring or preservatives. Among them, the most popular among tourists is "konjac ice cream". Its chewy and bouncy texture is addictive, and many repeat customers come back for more. Unlike regular ice cream, it doesn't drip even when it melts, which is also a great point!

Point 6

Drink Alcohol While Soaking in a Footbath!

Located in the Tsuchiyu Onsen area is "Orara no Sake BAR and Junjo Kura". This establishment, completed in 2020, produces doburoku made from their own rice and cider made from local apples. In front of the store, there is a "Kibokko no Yu (footbath)" that you can enter for free. It's recommended to soak in the footbath while listening to the sound of the Arakawa River and enjoying delicious alcohol!

Sightseeing

Enjoy the History, Hot Springs, and Flowers of Tsuchiyu Onsen

Tsuchiyu Onsen is located in the western part of Fukushima City. Legend has it that hot water sprung from the spot where the god Ōana no Kami pierced the ground with his spear, which was then named "Tsukiyu" and later changed to "Tsuchiyu". At Tsuchiyu Onsen, you can enjoy the history, hot springs, and flowers. In particular, the history and tradition of "Kokeshi" dolls are very long, and it's not an exaggeration to say that "Tsuchiyu Onsen cannot be discussed without Kokeshi". Enjoy the flowers throughout the four seasons and then indulge in the "Kokeshi culture" after soaking in the hot springs.

Access

Free Shuttle Service Available at Some Ryokans!

Tsuchiyu Onsen is located about 15 minutes by car from the Fukushima Nishi IC, making it easily accessible. For those staying overnight, you can park your car in the parking lot of each ryokan, so those coming by car can rest assured. For day trips, there are three shared parking lots available, so please use them. In addition, some ryokans offer a free shuttle service from "Fukushima Station West Exit". For those coming by public transportation, try contacting your planned ryokan.

Basic Information

	Address	1 Kaminocho, Tsuchiyu Onsen-machi, Fukushima-shi, Fukushima 960-2157
	Business Hours	8:30～17:30
	TEL	024-595-2217
	Web Site	https://www.tcy.jp/

Average Review

5 Reviews

ここには裏磐梯の五色沼の帰り道で寄ってみました。帰り道であまり時間が無いので足湯のみで立ち寄りましたが雰囲気が良く広い温泉郷ではありませんが綺麗に整備され散策しやすく観光だけでも楽しめます。足湯は3ヵ所ほど見つけましたが熱めのところと温めの足湯があり川沿いの温めの足湯で一休みさせていただきました。ここには数分の階段を上がりたどり着きますが更に上には大きな吊り橋があり暑い中に上がりましたが中々の運動です…しかし吊り橋…しっかりした造りで揺れません？安定感があり頑丈でスリル感は無く吊り橋特有の揺れが無いのは残念…ただ…そこからの景色は中々の見応えです。温泉宿は閉館している所もあり昔は活気があったように感じますが山奥でも雰囲気はあり寂れた感じはしません。温泉郷の真ん中を荒川が流れ遊歩道が整備され立ち寄るだけでも楽しいものです。温泉郷の中に熊野神社があり階段が登って行きますが階段の真ん中部分が熊野神社の湧き水が流れており涼しげな空間です。途中に東屋があり台の上には猫が寝そべっています…逃げるだろうと思いつつ声をかけ近寄っても逃げないので人懐っこい猫と思い撫でていたら苦しそうな鳴き声…身体をずらしてみるとお腹から下半身がただれているような腐っているような…声も出ませんでした。周りには動物病院も無く土地勘もほとんど無いためにどうしようも無く湧き水を汲んで飲ませてあげるくらいしか出来なかったのが忘れられない思い出…猫や犬は今まで10匹以上は飼ってきましたが1日も生きていられるかの状態…何も出来ず…せめて熊野神社の下の東屋で神様に看取られながら天国で幸せになれるように祈るだけでした… 切ない思いもしましたが気持ちが良く散策が楽しい土湯温泉郷です。

公の施設の掃除がゆき届いて綺麗な温泉街でした。大震災からの復興も道半ばの旅館もあり、これからまだまだ栄える温泉。r6年6月に伺いました、コロナ禍から脱却して客足が戻って来ていて活気が出てきたようです。公衆浴場が１つ、足湯が４つあり巡ってみるのも良いでしょう。見どころは、滝の上に架かる大きな橋、滝の吊り橋。上から、下からの眺望。マイナスイオンを感じる空気。行って良かった。熊の看板が怖かったのでスマホの音楽を大音量にして歩きました。

福島駅から土湯温泉行きのバスが朝から夕方はほぼ1時間おきに出ており電車利用でも便利です。温泉街には複数の足湯、公共浴場、散策路もあり、川沿いの風情あるロケーションも含めて良いところだと思います。震災やその後の風評被害、コロナなど苦しい状況もありますが頑張ってほしいですし、応援してます。

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