Kirishima Onsenkyo is a hot spring resort consisting of nine hot springs, large and small, scattered from the foot to the middle of the Kirishima mountain range in Kagoshima Prefecture. This area, where the myth of the descent of the heavenly grandson remains, has long been known as the "hot spring of the gods." The source temperature is around 70°C and the amount of water is overwhelming, and hot springs with a variety of spring qualities, such as sulfur springs, alum springs, and chloride springs, are gushing out, and you can enjoy hot springs with various effects, from hot springs that are gentle on the skin to hot springs that are effective for fatigue recovery and neuralgia. Some hot springs offer unique bathing methods such as mud baths and steam baths, so hot spring tours are also recommended.

The great attraction of Kirishima Onsenkyo is its majestic natural environment. The hot springs are surrounded by the rich forests of Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park, where you can enjoy forest bathing and hiking along with the hot springs. Especially during the autumn foliage season, colorful trees decorate the mountains, allowing you to enjoy the hot springs and the spectacular views at the same time. In winter, you can enjoy an open-air bath surrounded by snowy scenery, and bathing in the beautiful scenery of the four seasons is a luxury unique to Kirishima Onsen.

Each hot spring resort is dotted with inns, hotels, and day-trip hot spring facilities with different styles, so you can choose one that suits your budget and purpose. Many inns and hotels have open-air baths with great views because they are located at high altitudes. There are also many tourist spots in the surrounding area, such as Kirishima Shrine and Kirishima Art Forest, so you can enrich your sightseeing in addition to your hot spring stay.

[Trivia]
Kirishima Onsen is also known as the place where Sakamoto Ryoma and his wife Oryo visited on their honeymoon. This is said to be the first honeymoon in Japan, and you can feel the historical romance.

[Hidden Spots]
In addition to the famous hot spring inns and day-trip hot spring facilities, there are also public baths loved by locals scattered around. It is a hidden spot where you can enjoy high-quality hot springs at a low price in a rustic atmosphere. There are also many spots within the hot spring resort where you can enjoy nature, such as the promenade developed as a forest therapy road and Maruo Falls. In particular, in the early morning and at dusk, the hot spring town is enveloped in silence, allowing you to enjoy a more atmospheric view.