Asarigawa Onsen
朝里川温泉
A hot spring village in a mountain valley southeast of central Otaru, about 20 minutes by car. It is known for autumn foliage and winter skiing, and it makes a good overnight stay after exploring Otaru.
Asarigawa Onsen lies in the Asarigawa Valley, about 10 km southeast of central Otaru. Development began in 1954, and it serves as Otaru’s backyard retreat. More than ten hot spring inns and day-use bath facilities are located here. The waters include bicarbonate springs and are gentle on the skin. In autumn the valley’s foliage is beautiful, and in winter the Asarigawa Onsen Ski Area next to it is good for family skiing. Compared with Jozankei, it is quieter and less crowded. Getting there: take a Chuo Bus from Otaru Station for about 25 minutes, or drive for about 20 minutes. Along National Route 393 you can continue to the Kenashiyama Observatory.
Opening hours
Hours vary by bath facility
Nearby sights
- Kenashiyama Observatory
- Otaru Music Box Museum
- Marchen Crossing & LeTAO Main Store
- Kitaichi Glass No.3
- Sakaimachi Street
- Otaru Sushi Street
- Bank of Japan Otaru Museum
- Nitori Otaru Art Base