Okutsu Onsen

Located in the northern part of Okayama Prefecture, Okutsu Onsen is known for its beauty-enhancing waters. The hot springs are fed by natural springs and are renowned for their excellent water quality. The hot spring town has many accommodations, and the Okutsu Onsen Resort Yoneya Club Okutsu is particularly noteworthy for allowing pets to stay in the same room. The hotel also offers rooms with semi-open-air baths and a floor dedicated to guests with dogs, ensuring a comfortable stay. There are many delicious gourmet options in the area surrounding Okutsu Onsen. In particular, the "Mimasaka beef" is exquisite, and you can also enjoy dishes made with local ingredients. Why not take a trip to relax in the beauty-enhancing waters and enjoy delicious food?

In the vicinity of Okutsu Onsen, there is the nature-rich Okutsu Lake. Here, you can enjoy activities such as canoeing, SUP, and fishing. At "Mizu no Sato Okutsu Lake," you can also enjoy BBQ and camping. The area around Okutsu Lake is filled with beautiful nature, making it possible to enjoy activities such as hiking and trekking. For those who want to play to their heart's content in nature, the activities around Okutsu Lake are recommended.

When it comes to specialties of Okutsu Onsen in northern Okayama Prefecture, "foot washing" is a must-try. At this hot spring, you can wash your clothes by stepping on them with your feet to remove dirt. Foot washing, done in the traditional way, is a rare experience and is popular among tourists. The laundry experience, also known as the "Selection Dance," allows for impromptu participation. Just be aware that the event is only held on odd-numbered Sundays from early March to mid-December.

Okutsu Onsen is one of the three hot springs in Mimasaka, located in the northern part of Okayama Prefecture. For those who love hot springs, we recommend a hot spring tour that visits all three of the Mimasaka hot springs. Yunohara Onsen, located about 30 minutes away by car, and Yunogo Onsen, where you can relax in a retro atmosphere, are just a few of the famous hot springs that are just as good as Okutsu Onsen. Each hot spring also has a day-trip bathing facility, so be sure to use it when sightseeing.

In the area surrounding Okutsu Onsen in northern Okayama Prefecture, you can enjoy beautiful autumn foliage during the autumn foliage season. In particular, "Okutsu Gorge" is a representative autumn foliage spot in Okayama Prefecture, and many tourists visit especially in the fall. You can see it from the roadside, but there are also walking courses. While enjoying autumn foliage hunting, you can enjoy the nature of autumn by taking a stroll. During the autumn foliage season, be sure to visit "Okutsu Gorge".