8 Infinity Onsens in Japan to Add to Your Hot Springs Bucketlist

Move over, infinity pools, infinity onsens are stealing the spotlight! ♨️✨ Picture this: A warm healing soak paired with sweeping, panoramic views - now how blissful does that sound? If you want to add a touch of wellness to your Japan holiday itinerary, these onsens promise an unforgettable experience that will soothe your body and soul.

With stunning ocean vistas, the outdoor infinity onsen at Kissho CAREN offers an unforgettable soak. Visit during Japan's springtime, and you'll be treated to breathtaking cherry blossom views right from the onsen! 🌸

Honestly, how much more gorgeous can this get?

They also have a post-bath salon where you can enjoy free barley tea and isotonic drinks after your onsen sesh. Depending on the time, you can also look forward to chilled tokoroten jelly, an Izu specialty, and a glass of beer or aloe juice.

Address: 1130-1 Naramoto, Higashiizu, Kamo District, Shizuoka 413-0302, Japan

Located in one of the three major hot spring towns in Hokkaido, you can rest assured that a soak in this onsen will be one to remember. Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari Hewitt Resort's historic Yunokawa Onsen overlooks the majestic Tsugaru Straits, and its healing waters are said to have cured the ninth head of the Matsumae clan of his ailments in 1653.

Sit back, take a pause and drink in the ocean views under the warmth of a gentle sunrise or the glowy gleam of moonlight.

Address: 3-9-20 Yunokawacho,Hakodate-shi, Hokkaido

Ever wondered what it feels like to be perched at the edge of the world? Rex Hotel Beppu’s rooftop infinity onsen bath will give you a glimpse - with its stunning views of Beppu Bay's shimmering waters.

Just like its rooms - each boasting an ocean view - this onsen retreat is all about calm and tranquility. It’s the perfect escape for those craving a serene getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Address: 13-21 Wakakusa Town, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture

There are two public onsens at Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU, an indoor onsen that boasts views of a waterfall thanks to its floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and the rooftop open-air onsen bath overlooks breathtaking postcard-perfect panoramas of Hakone's verdant green mountains.

P/S: Another plus point - all rooms in this hotel come with their own private onsen bath. We don't know about you but that sounds like just the perfect zen stay.

Address: 250-0407 Kanagawa Hakone Ninotaira 1297 Japan

Nestled between the lush forests of Izu Kogen and the stunning blue Pacific Ocean, Akazawa Onsen Hotel's infinity onsen truly offers a feast for the eyes. Enjoy a dip and then saunter in for a relaxing Thai massage afterwards, which is available for day trip guests to book as well.

If you can't get enough of healing dips, the hotel also has a deep ocean water pool, and its Akazawa Deep Sea Spa also offers beauty and health treatment based on French marine therapy called Thalassotherapy.

Address: 163-1 Ukiyama, Akazawa, Ito-shi, Shizuoka 413-0233

Feast on spectacular views of snow-capped Mt Yotei from the private infinity onsen at Muwa Niseko. Touting itself to be the highest and most exclusive onsen in Niseko, you can be sure that an onsen experience here is bound to be an experience to remember for a lifetime.

How gorgeous is this view - especially at sunset? You can book a slot from the hotel directly, and each slot can take up to 4 pax. The hotel also has a public indoor onsen for both male and female guests, filled with water rich in minerals and other natural compounds, that help to promote healthy skin and improve circulation.

Address: 10-1, Niseko Hirafu 1-jo 3-chome, Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido, 044-0080 Japan

Nestled along the serene shores of Lake Suwa in Nagano, the infinity onsen at Sui Suwako offers an unparalleled bathing experience with breathtaking lake views of Lake Suwa. This infinity onsen is a unique unisex onsen, and the hotel provides unomi, which are special bathing suits, for a more comfortable experience.

Guests can soak in the rejuvenating hot spring waters while taking in the stunning vistas of the lake and surrounding mountains. A tip from us - go for a soak furing golden hour - when you will be able to enjoy the shimmering lights reflecting off Lake Suwa add an extra layer of magic.

Address: 2-5-27 Kogan-dori, Suwa-shi, Suwa, Suwa, Nagano, Japan, 392-0027

Located in the bustling coastal town of Atami, the PEARL STAR HOTEL’s infinity onsen redefines luxury and relaxation.

Perched above Atami Bay, the onsen provides panoramic ocean views, creating a feeling of endless connection between the water and sky. Guests can soak in the mineral-rich hot spring waters while listening to the soothing sounds of the waves below, offering the ultimate coastal retreat. It's the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring Atami.

Address: 6-45, Higashikaigan-cho, Atami, Shizuoka, Japan, 413-0012