Article(s) for the theme Onsen, Hot Springs and Public Baths in Kumano

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Yunomine Onsen

Here, the tradition of hot springs is as old as the pilgrimage routes of the surrounding area. Kumano pilgrims have been relaxing in the hot springs of Yunomine for centuries.

Kawayu Onsen

In this mountain resort and spa, you can bathe (yu - hot water in Japanese) in the river (kawa) itself, soaking in the hot water while losing yourself in the picturesque pine hills...