Koganeyu Hot Spring
Relax in silky sulfur waters beneath a sacred 750-year-old Katsura tree
A historic onsen area near central Sapporo, where natural beauty, local legends, and over a century of hot spring heritage come together.
Nestled along the banks of the Toyohira River, Koganeyu Hot Spring is located just 5 km from Jozankei Hot Spring toward central Sapporo. The history of this tranquil onsen village dates back to 1883, when settlers discovered thermal waters emerging beneath a massive Katsura tree.
Local legend tells of the pioneering monk Miizumi Jozan receiving a vision of the spring while resting at its base. Today, the tree remains a beloved symbol of the area. Estimated to be around 750 years old, with a trunk circumference of more than 10 meters, it is protected as a designated heritage tree in Hokkaido and continues to watch over the community.
The village's natural sulfur spring is prized for its soft, mineral-rich waters that leave the skin feeling silky and the body pleasantly warmed. From the open-air baths, visitors can admire the surrounding landscape throughout the seasons, with autumn bringing especially spectacular displays of crimson and gold foliage.
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- Category
- Sulfur springs
- Hot spring area
- Nearest airports
Hot spring information
- Spring quality/Indications (for bathing)
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Sulfur springs
Atopic dermatitis, psoriasis vulgaris, chronic eczema, impetigo (including peripheral circulatory failure for hydrogen sulfide-type sulfur springs)
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒061-2274
- Address
- 北海道札幌市南区小金湯
- Telephone Number
- 011-598-2012（Jozankei Tourist Association）
- Directions
- ● By bus: About 55 minutes from JR Sapporo Station
● By car: About 70 minutes from New Chitose Airport - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
