Tenganse Onsen

There are many beautiful waterfalls scattered around Tengase Onsen. Among them, Jion Falls, Sakura Falls, and Kannon Falls are particularly famous. Jion Falls is an impressive waterfall with a height of 30 meters, and it fascinates visitors with its natural beauty. Sakura Falls appears after a 10-minute walk on a promenade located behind JR Tengase Station, and it is a waterfall where the spray dances like cherry blossoms. Kannon Falls is located in a naturally rich forest, and the center of the waterfall resembles a Kannon statue. These waterfalls are accessible by car in just a few minutes from the hot spring town, so be sure to visit them when you come to Tengase Onsen!

The hot spring town of Tengase Onsen has a quaint old-fashioned townscape and is one of the enjoyable spots for strolling through a hot spring town. First of all, there are various day-trip bathing facilities in communal baths such as "Yakushi-yu" and "Kanda-yu" at various accommodations where you can enjoy a hot spring tour. In addition, there are restaurants and izakayas where you can enjoy delicious meals made with local ingredients and specialties such as toriten. Furthermore, as a hot spring town stroll, there are souvenir shops and cafes renovated from old houses, where you can spend a relaxing time while exploring the historic hot spring town.

To visit Takatsuka Atago Jizo, first head to Takatsuka Atago Jizo, about a 17-minute drive from Tenkase Onsen. Takatsuka Atago Jizo is a shrine on a mountain surrounded by rich natural mountains. The grounds are filled with various sizes of Jizo statues, and people come to pray and make wishes. From the mountaintop, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Hita City, making it a popular scenic spot. Especially in autumn, the foliage is beautiful, attracting many visitors. At night, the shrine is lit up, creating a mystical atmosphere. Refresh your mind and body at this power spot where nature and history fuse!

There are many ryokans in Tenkase Onsen, but among them, Yamaso Tensui, Seitenkaku, and Yuon no Yado Ukai have a special charm and offer a relaxing stay. Yamaso Tensui is a luxury ryokan nestled in the mountains surrounded by trees, with an open-air bath along the mountain stream. You can relax and unwind while surrounded by natural hot spring water. Seitenkaku is a ryokan with a beautiful view of the clear stream, where you can spend a luxurious time in a comfortable space. There is a healing bath where you can enjoy three different baths at once, allowing you to indulge in a luxurious time. Yuon no Yado Ukai has a rich source of hot spring water and offers seasonal dishes and local sake in a quiet atmosphere. The open-air bath with a great view of the source spring is especially popular. All of these ryokans have a wonderful location surrounded by nature and offer abundant hot spring water, making them attractive destinations. Why not stay at one of these ryokans and experience the charm of Tenkase Onsen for yourself?

The sightseeing taxi at Tenkase Onsen can take you around the surrounding tourist spots, with the hot spring town as the central point. There are two plans available: a 2-hour rental plan and a short (40-minute) rental plan. The 2-hour plan costs between 5,000 to 6,000 yen, while the short plan costs 3,000 yen. There are plans to visit Jion Falls and Rose Garden, as well as Takatsuka Atago Jizo and Yabu Fudoson, among others. It's recommended for those who can't drive themselves or those who want to efficiently sightsee. In addition, the taxi driver can provide local information, allowing for a deeper sightseeing experience. Reservations in advance are necessary!