[spring][ Hokkaido Kamishihoro Town]Nukabira Onsenkyo Lakeside Spring Hot Springs
Nukabira Onsenkyo is a beautiful hot spring resort in Kamishihoro Town, located in the central part of Hokkaido, surrounded by the rich nature of Daisetsuzan National Park. Among them, Lakeside Spring Hot Spring is known as an area where hot spring inns gather on the shores of Lake Nukabira, providing tranquility and healing to visitors. This place where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, especially with the arrival of spring, the sight of melting snow filling the lake and the surrounding mountains covered in green is a spectacular sight. Nukabira Onsenkyo has a long history, and since the hot springs in this area were discovered in the Taisho era, many people have visited in search of their healing powers. The hot spring water is a sodium chloride spring, which is said to have excellent effects on beautiful skin and fatigue recovery, attracting many repeat visitors. At Lakeside Spring Hot Spring, you can enjoy a luxurious time soaking while looking directly at the lake from an open-air bath or a private bath. It is especially breathtakingly beautiful in the early morning when the morning mist covers the surface of the lake, and the moment when the sun sets behind the mountains. In addition, there are walking paths around the hot spring town where you can enjoy plants unique to Hokkaido, such as Corydalis ambiguis and Asian skunk cabbage, which bloom in the spring. It is also a popular spot for photography enthusiasts, and the natural scenery changes every time you visit, making it an appealing spot.
Nukabira Onsenkyo: What is the appeal of the lakeside spring hot springs?
Nukabira Onsenkyo is a beautiful hot spring resort in Kamishihoro Town, located in the central part of Hokkaido, surrounded by the rich nature of Daisetsuzan National Park. Among them, Lakeside Spring Hot Spring is known as an area where hot spring inns gather on the shores of Lake Nukabira, providing tranquility and healing to visitors. This place where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, especially with the arrival of spring, the sight of melting snow filling the lake and the surrounding mountains covered in green is a spectacular sight. Nukabira Onsenkyo has a long history, and since the hot springs in this area were discovered in the Taisho era, many people have visited in search of their healing powers. The hot spring water is a sodium chloride spring, which is said to have excellent effects on beautiful skin and fatigue recovery, attracting many repeat visitors. At Lakeside Spring Hot Spring, you can enjoy a luxurious time soaking while looking directly at the lake from an open-air bath or a private bath. It is especially breathtakingly beautiful in the early morning when the morning mist covers the surface of the lake, and the moment when the sun sets behind the mountains. In addition, there are walking paths around the hot spring town where you can enjoy plants unique to Hokkaido, such as Corydalis ambiguis and Asian skunk cabbage, which bloom in the spring. It is also a popular spot for photography enthusiasts, and the natural scenery changes every time you visit, making it an appealing spot.
Lake Nukabira's four seasons and special spring scenery
Lake Nukabira is the symbol of Nukabira Onsenkyo. This artificial lake has a different beautiful appearance in each season, which is why many tourists visit. Especially in the spring season, the melting snow water pouring into the lake gives a sense of life and symbolizes the end of the long winter. One of the highlights of visiting Lake Nukabira in spring is the Taushubetsu River Bridge. This historic arch bridge is known for changing its appearance depending on the water level of the lake. When the spring snow melts, the water level rises and you can enjoy the mysterious sight of part of the bridge submerged in the lake. This sight is also known as the "Phantom Bridge" and is especially photogenic when illuminated by the soft light in the early morning and at dusk, attracting many tourists and photographers. You can also enjoy hiking and trekking around the lake. You can observe spring wildflowers and small animals while feeling the rich nature of Daisetsuzan National Park. Also, while walking along the lake shore, you may encounter Hokkaido's unique wildlife, such as Ezo deer and foxes, from afar. This kind of interaction with nature offers a special experience that can only be had at Lake Nukabira.
Experience local cuisine and culture at Nukabira Onsenkyo
When visiting Nukabira Onsenkyo, you can't miss the local cuisine. In spring, many inns and restaurants serve dishes using wild vegetables and fresh vegetables from the area. In particular, dishes using potatoes and asparagus from Kamishihoro Town are delicious. The local specialty, "game dishes using venison," are also popular among tourists. There are also many facilities in Nukabira Onsenkyo where you can experience the local history and culture. For example, at the Higashi Daisetsu Museum, you can learn about the nature, flora and fauna of the area, and the history of the pioneering era. If you take a stroll around the hot springs with the knowledge you gain here, you will gain a deeper understanding and be moved. Another attraction of Nukabira Onsenkyo is the opportunity to interact with the local residents. There are also plenty of events and experience programs for tourists, and in the spring, there are activities that allow travelers to become one with the local community, such as wild vegetable picking and mochi pounding with the locals.
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