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Dake Onsen, located in Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, is a hot spring resort surrounded by the lush nature of Mount Adatara. Its abundant hot spring water has antibacterial properties and is also expected to have beauty benefits. Why not visit on a pleasant day?
This time, we will introduce day-trip bathing facilities and recommended gourmet food for those who want to enjoy a day trip to Dake Onsen
What is Dake Onsen in Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture?
Located on the Adatara Plateau at the foot of Mount Adatara, Dake Onsen is a hot spring resort with a history of approximately 1,200 years, dating back to the Heian period. It has changed its name, location, and appearance over the years, from Yuhi to Jumonji, Fukabori, and Dake
During the Edo period, the hot spring town was buried by a mountain collapse, and during the Boshin War, it was burned down by Nihonmatsu feudal lords who feared it would become an enemy base. In the Meiji period, it was completely destroyed by a fire at an inn. However, each time the hot spring town was lost, the people have never given up and have rebuilt it
The source of Dake Onsen is an acidic spring with a pH of 2.5, which is rare in Japan. It has a sterilizing effect and dissolves dead skin cells, so it is expected to have beauty benefits as well. The hot water is drawn from the source at an altitude of about 1,500m on Mount Adatara through a conduit
Every one to two weeks, the hot spring water is washed away to remove the deposits that have built up in the drains, a process known as "Yuka Nagashi" (Flowing Springs). On these days, the water becomes cloudy like milk, a "Milky Day." The dates of Milky Days are announced by the Dake Onsen Tourist Association, so if you're interested, be sure to check
3 Popular Day Trip Spots at Dake Onsen
Here are three baths where you can enjoy the acidic spring waters of Dake Onsen on a day trip
This inn offers a panoramic view of the Abukuma mountain range from all guest rooms. You can enjoy the magnificent scenery from the open-air bath and rest area, so you can relax in the beauty-enhancing water. Private baths are also available, so it's great to visit with someone
Except in winter, you can also enjoy the open-air bath, Yama no Yu, where you can enjoy a more lush green environment. Why not try spending some relaxing time surrounded by nature?
There is an open-air bath made of cypress and an open-air bath carved out of a single rock. Why not enjoy a luxurious time gazing at the beautiful sky while relaxing in the Dake no Yu bath?
One of the attractions of Azumakan is that they offer a day trip plan that includes a reasonable and delicious lunch buffet. The warm baths and delicious food will make your hot spring trip even more exciting
There is a spacious indoor bath and an open-air bath where you can enjoy a view of the garden. The open-air bath can also be reserved for private use. Why not take your time and enjoy the baths of Dake no Yu while admiring the flowers of each season?
Also recommended gourmet spots at Dake Onsen
If you visit Dake Onsen, we'd like to introduce you to some recommended gourmet spots
This popular restaurant is famous for its thick, sauced pork cutlet bowl. The juicy pork cutlet, soaked in a sweet and spicy sauce, is extremely satisfying to eat. Even if you have to wait in line, it's a delicacy worth trying
They sell cheesecake, pudding, baked goods, and other items made with carefully selected ingredients. At the attached cafe, you can enjoy lunch made with fresh ingredients and coffee brewed with delicious water
You can enjoy fragrant, chewy pizza made with natural yeast and domestically produced flour. Why not spend a blissful moment waiting for your freshly baked pizza in the quiet shop surrounded by the forest?
summary
This time we introduced some recommended spots for enjoying a day trip to Dake Onsen in Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture
Dake Onsen is blessed with a location surrounded by the natural beauty of Mount Adatara. The water quality is acidic, which is rare in Japan, and it is a famous hot spring that many people from inside and outside the prefecture visit repeatedly to enjoy the milky days when the mineral deposits in the bathtub drains
There are also delicious gourmet spots, so why not visit them during the outing season?
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