Yunishigawa Onsen & Shiobara Onsen
- Enjoy Hot springs -
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This excursion is all about beneficial 'onsen' attractions. Enjoy rustic
Yunishigawa hot-spring resorts and noteworthy Shiobara village
with 11 hot springs set in scenic beauty and 1200 years of history.
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| DAY 1 |
Tokyo (Tobu Asakusa Sta.)
Tobu Nikko Limited Express "Kinu" (2 hr.)
Kinugawaonsen Sta.
Aizuyagan Rail (20 min.)
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Yunishigawaonsen Sta.
Nikko Kotsu Bus (30 min.)
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Yunishigawaonsen
Walk (10 min.)
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| Heike no Sato |
Heike Village built in 1985 to
commemorate the 800th
anniversary of the Taira-
Minamoto War. Private houses
and traditional utensils preserve
the lifestyle of the defeated,
fugitive Heike Clan.
Walk (10 min.)
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| Yunishigawa Onsen (STAY) |
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The hot spring was likely
discovered by fleeing Heike Clan
samurai some 800 years ago
following their defeat by the Genji
Clan. Yunishigawa Onsen yet
echoes legends of the fugitive
warriors and historic vestiges and
reminiscences of their hidden
lifestyle abound everywhere.
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| DAY 2 |
Nikko Kotsu Bus (30 min.)
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Yunishigawaonsen Sta.
Aizuyagan Rail (15 min.)
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Kamimiyori-Shiobaraonsenguchi Sta.
"Yu" Bus (23 min.)
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| Shiobara Onsen (STAY) |
The hot spring resort along the
Houkigawa River Valley owns a
long history dating to its discovered
in 806. Named "Shiobara Jyu-itto"
because of its existing 11 hot
springs, each spa is endowed
with particular mineral water composition.
Numerous clean, modern hotels are
found here but this area retains a
traditional aura exclusive to spas. This
region is known nationwide for its scenic
beauty particularly impressive in seasons
of lush spring greenery and glorious
autumn foliage. Enjoy an invigorating
walk along the hiking
trail bordering the
scenic river in Shiobara Valley particularly
during spring amidst lush, shining greenery.
Discover an idyllic locale
to enjoy breathtaking
views of Japanese dales
and valleys throughout
the four seasons.
Sightseeing Spots
Great Suspension Bridges
Shiobara Canyon (Ryuka Falls)
Ashiyu Park (Yuppo no Sato)
Myounji Temple
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| (Flower Spot) - Myounji Botan Matsuri |
The Peony Flower Festival is held every
May at Myounji Temple in Nasu-Shiobara
City with in excess of 2000 peony clusters
simultaneously blooming in a variety of
colors. The temple grounds are awash in a
dazzling sea of gorgeous peonies. |
| DAY 3 |
JR Bus (1hr.)
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JR Nasushiobara Sta.
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¦ Shuttle Bus (8 min.)
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¦ A Short Outing to Nasu Garden Outlet Mall
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JR Tohoku Shinkansen (15 min.)
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JR Utsunomiya Sta.
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¦ A Short Outing to Utsunomiya
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JR Tohoku Shinkansen (50 min.)
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Tokyo (JR Tokyo/ Ueno Sta.)
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