Shirako Onsen

Shirako Onsen, located on Kujukuri Beach, uses underground water that rises from 2,000 meters below the surface along with natural gas as its hot spring source. While there is no steam rising from the hot spring town, the water that springs forth is at a comfortable temperature close to body temperature. This Shirako Onsen is a rare natural hot spring that contains iodine, making it excellent for its beauty and moisturizing effects. Known as the Golden Hot Springs, Shirako Onsen is the only hot spring resort in Kujukuri Beach and its slightly yellowish water has a special charm. Immerse yourself in the slightly golden water of Shirako Onsen and enjoy a time of beauty and healing.

At Shirako Onsen, there are many lodging facilities with open-air baths where you can bathe while enjoying a view of the sea, located on Kujukuri Beach. There are various types of lodging facilities available, from luxury ryokans to reasonable hotels. In addition, there are private open-air baths available for rent, so you can enjoy them in private. Please come and heal your daily fatigue in the beautiful ocean view open-air bath overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Shirako Onsen is located on the beach of Kujukuri Beach. As it is by the sea, there are many spots where you can enjoy marine leisure activities such as fishing, swimming, and surfing. Beaches such as Kujukuri Beach and Chosei Kaigan are crowded with many people in the summer. In addition, there are tourist spots in Choshi City such as Choshi Marina and Choshi Electric Railway. There are plenty of tourist spots where you can enjoy nature.

In the area surrounding Shirako Onsen in Chiba Prefecture's Kujukuri Beach, there are many lodging facilities where you can enjoy hearty fisherman's cuisine made with fresh local seafood. Some accommodations offer proud dishes featuring local fish and kaiseki cuisine, making them highly recommended. Additionally, there are restaurants and eateries where you can savor fresh seafood. When visiting Shirako Onsen, be sure to indulge in delicious local seafood!

When visiting Shirako Onsen, be sure to try the "Shirako onions" as a souvenir. This specialty product is a "new onion" with thick, juicy flesh and a strong sweetness. Once you try it, you'll be captivated by its deliciousness. However, please note that the season is short. Every May, the "Onion Festival" is held, where you can also enjoy the harvest experience. On this day, many people gather in Shirako and you can see the sight of filling bags with onions as souvenirs. Onions are also said to have the effect of making blood smooth and are good for your health. When visiting Shirako Onsen, we recommend the Shirako onions as a souvenir.