About
A real-life spot that inspired spirited away, with therapeutic hot springs
Why go
- A place that feels like a scene from studio ghibli’s spirited away
- Feels like stepping into the spirit world of spirited away
- Storybook winter scenery
Must try
- Sekizenkan ryokan's red bridge and wooden riverside building
- Soaking in private open-air baths at local sake inn
- Hot spring water drinking fountains
Pro tips
- Take a direct bus from shinjuku station
- Use the outdoor bath intercom to order drinks
- Take the jr kusatsu limited express to nakanojo, then a bus
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