Sounkyo, Kamikawa Town, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
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Cost per person
¥2,500
Sounkyo Onsen is located at the entrance of Sounkyo Gorge, famous for its stunning autumn foliage and columnar joint cliffs. Easily accessible via the Daisetsu National Highway from Asahikawa to Kitami and Abashiri, the hot spring town offers a ropeway to the 5th station of Mount Kurodake, part of the Daisetsu Mountains, and a lift to the 7th station, where alpine plants, chipmunks, and rabbits can be seen. Nearby attractions include Sounkyo Gorge, numerous waterfalls, and the Obako Gorge, perfect for hiking and cycling. The town features modern hotels with abundant hot spring water. The best time to visit is during the autumn foliage season.
[Accommodation Information] Total Capacity: 8120 guests, Number of Accommodations: 27 [Onsen Information] Onsen Benefits: Rheumatism, neuralgia, anemia, skin diseases, gynecological disorders