Hot springs in Nagaragawa

Top hot springs in Nagaragawa

Nagaragawa Onsen, nestled along the banks of the Nagara River in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, offers a serene escape with its rich history and vibrant hot spring culture. Visitors can explore seven hotels and ryokan that draw from the same high-iron-content spring water, known for its reddish-brown hue. The onsen's proximity to Mount Kinka allows guests to enjoy both urban activities in Gifu and the tranquil atmosphere of traditional Japanese bathing. During the cormorant fishing season, the area comes alive with night-time bonfires illuminating the river, adding a unique cultural experience to your visit. Best time to visit: May to October is ideal for experiencing the cormorant fishing tradition, which adds a unique cultural element to your visit..

Nagaragawa Onsen

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A riverside onsen along the Nagara River in Gifu City. The water here is a distinctive reddish-brown from its high iron content. The setting combines the thermal baths with views of cormorant fishing on the river, one of Japan's oldest living fishing traditions.

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