The Hidden Gem of Zaou Onsen, Takayu Street Rest Area

At the foot of the Zaou mountain range lies the small hot spring town of Zaou Onsen. Standing out in this quiet hot spring town is a particularly charming building - the Takayu Street Rest Area.

A space packed with representative hot spring culture of Zaou

The Takayu Street Rest Area is a wooden building preserving the atmosphere of old-fashioned Zaou Onsen. Once inside, you are enveloped in the charming interior and the fragrance of the hot springs. The resting space is equipped with tatami mats and foot baths, allowing you to leisurely immerse yourself in the hot spring culture of Zaou.

A supreme bathing experience in the lava cave bath

However, the true charm of this facility lies in the "lava cave bath" tucked away inside. This bath is actually created by excavating Zaou's lava. As you soak in the bath, gazing at the rugged rock surface, you can have an extraordinary experience as if you are in an underground secret realm.

A scenic open-air bath overlooking the hot spring town

Furthermore, stepping outside, you will find a scenic open-air bath that offers a panoramic view of the hot spring town and the Zaou mountain range. Bathing while gazing at the changing scenery of the four seasons has a particularly exceptional flavor.

While Zaou Onsen boasts many famous spots, the Takayu Street Rest Area can be said to represent a hidden gem of this region, condensed with the charm of hot spring culture and nature. Please make a stop here and enjoy a bathing experience unique to Zaou.