Noboribetsu Onsen: Everything You Need Before Visiting

Q: Where is Noboribetsu Onsen?

Noboribetsu Onsen is a hot spring resort in Hokkaido, Japan. The onsen is situated near Hell Valley (Jigokudani), which supplies the hot springs with geothermal heat. To get to Noboribetsu Onsen, you can take the JR train from Sapporo to Noboribetsu Station. The train ride takes about 1.5 hours. Once you arrive at the station, a bus or a short taxi ride will get you to Noboribetsu Onsen in about 15 minutes.

Q: Which onsens in Noboribetsu allow tattoos?

In Noboribetsu Onsen, some places are more accepting of tattoos. Hotels like Noboribetsu Grand Hotel and Hotel Mahoroba offer private baths that you can book, where tattoos are generally allowed. However, it's always a good idea to check the hotel's tattoo policies before you visit. Some spots might even provide covers for small tattoos.

Q: When’s the best time to visit Noboribetsu Onsen?

The best time to visit Noboribetsu Onsen depends on what you like. In winter, you can enjoy the magical sight of snow-covered landscapes and steaming hot springs. Spring and fall have milder weather and beautiful scenery, like cherry blossoms in spring and colorful leaves in fall. Each season has something special to offer, so Noboribetsu Onsen is a great place to visit any time of the year!

Q: Where to stay at Noboribetsu Onsen?

There are many excellent accommodation options in Noboribetsu Onsen. You can choose from traditional Japanese inns known as ryokan, where you'll sleep in Japanese-style rooms and enjoy special kaiseki meals. If you prefer something more modern, there are also hotels with Western-style rooms. Many of these places have natural hot spring baths, private open-air baths, and outdoor baths to help you relax. It's a good idea to book ahead, especially during peak tourist season.

Q: Where to eat at Noboribetsu Onsen?

Eating in Noboribetsu Onsen is super exciting! There are plenty of choices for food. Many hotels, like the Noboribetsu Grand Hotel and Park Hotel Miyabitei, have buffet restaurants with both Japanese and Western dishes. You can also try kaiseki cuisine at traditional ryokan. This is a special kind of meal with many courses that use local ingredients and cooking styles. You can also find local eateries and izakayas that serve delicious Japanese meals including ramen, sushi, and tempura.

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Tours • From Sapporo

Hokkaido Noboribetsu Must-Visit One-Day Tour | Lake Toya Observation Deck & Lake Toya Onsen Pier & Lake Hill Farm & Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch & Noboribetsu Hell Valley One-Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

English guided

Free cancellation

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4.8 / 5

(581) • 6K+ booked

PLN 174.59

Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) + Showa Shinzan + Lake Toya Day Trip (Sapporo/Lake Toya Departure)

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Tours • From Sapporo

Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) + Showa Shinzan + Lake Toya Day Trip (Sapporo/Lake Toya Departure)

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4.8 / 5

(766) • 10K+ booked

PLN 211.99

Tours • From Sapporo

Hokkaido Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Day Trip丨Optional Small Group丨Bilingual in Chinese and English

English guided

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4.5 / 5

(10) • 300+ booked

PLN 222.90

Shikotsu Lake Ice Falls Festival, Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), and Snow World Toya Day Trip

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Shikotsu Lake Ice Falls Festival, Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), and Snow World Toya Day Trip

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4.8 / 5

(126) • 800+ booked

PLN 224.49

Outdoor & sports activities • Noboribetsu

Noboribetsu Sanlaiva Ski Rental in Hokkaido (Optional Clothing Set)

English guided

Morning departure

5-7 hrs

4.5 / 5

(4) • 200+ booked

PLN 174.59

Outdoor & sports activities • Noboribetsu

Karurusu Onsen Sanraiva Ski Area (Noboribetsu, Hokkaido)

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PLN 748.25

Tours • From Sapporo

Niseko: Noboribetsu Volcano and Hot Spring Day Trip

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PLN 374.15

Tours • From Sapporo

Hokkaido Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Lake Toya Scenic Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

English guided

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PLN 249.40

Tours • From Sapporo

Sapporo Full-Day Private Usuzan & Hell Valley Tour

Small group

English guided

Free cancellation

PLN 252.90

Tours • From Sapporo

SkyExpress: Noboribetsu Customized Private Day Tour (MAX15)

Private tour

Private group

Free cancellation

PLN 2,494.09

Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip

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Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip

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PLN 174.59

Zoos & aquariums • Noboribetsu

Noboribetsu Bear Park Ticket

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4.6 / 5

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PLN 79.85

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Hotels • Noboribetsu

Hotel Yumoto Noboribetsu

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Noboribetsu Manseikaku

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PLN 612.71

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Dai-ichi Takimotokan

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Hotel Mahoroba

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PLN 596.14

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Bourou NOGUCHI Noboribetsu - Adult Only

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Kojohama Onsen Hotel

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Noboribetsu Sekisuitei

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Hotels • Shiraoi

THE OCEAN VISTA

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Oyado Kiyomizuya

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PLN 498.52

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Noboribetsu Grand Hotel

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PLN 667.37

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Kashoutei Hanaya

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Takinoya Bekkan Tamanoyu

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Noboribetsu/ Toyako - Rusutsu/ Niseko Shuttle Bus

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Sapporo Drugstore Shopping Coupon(SATUDORA)

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Eric ******

2026-05-30 20:20:33

Fantastic 5.0

We got a driver not a guide. All he did was pick us up from pick up points, drop us at each destinations and make sure we come back on time! Tour program was ok. We just made the most of what we can experience from the places we visited. They were stunning!

Hokkaido Noboribetsu Must-Visit One-Day Tour | Lake Toya Observation Deck & Lake Toya Onsen Pier & Lake Hill Farm & Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch & Noboribetsu Hell Valley One-Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

Klook 用戶

2026-10-24 13:31:49

Fantastic 5.0

All the spots we visited were gorgeous! Our tour guide, Xiao Weng, was also wonderful. He introduced the attractions, gave advice on what to buy and how to make the most of our time, and more. I was originally hesitating between this and another package that included Makkari Village to see Mount Yotei, but I didn't expect that I'd get to see Mount Yotei from the TOYA Observatory today anyway! It was stunning and gave me such a pleasant surprise 🫶🏻 Also, Cape Chikyu is truly worth visiting, though it seems less common in other tour packages. You can see from the videos how calm and gentle the color of the sea is 🫶🏻 Plus, there was actually a refrigerator on the bus! But I left my white pudding behind in the car 🤣 Good thing I was able to contact the staff immediately via WhatsApp. Their customer service was great and their response time was super fast. Highly recommended overall!

Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) + Showa Shinzan + Lake Toya Day Trip (Sapporo/Lake Toya Departure)

Helen ***

2026-10-24 01:57:56

Fantastic 5.0

Was fuss free to book via Klook and ticket was easy to use, just need to show the counter to exchange for physical tickets and u r on ur way to the ropeway and bear park! But the bear park is very small area and a bit underwhelming and the bears look really sad and they are constantly doing the action to ask visitors to throw food to them.. I feel kinda depressed looking at that actually.

Noboribetsu Bear Park Ticket

Wei *********

2026-11-08 03:55:41

Fantastic 5.0

I had an absolutely fantastic experience on our Hokkaido day tour with Jenny! From start to finish, everything was organized seamlessly. Jenny was extremely friendly, attentive, and kept us on schedule while ensuring everyone had plenty of time to enjoy each stop. Her clear instructions regarding pick-up points and timing made the whole day stress-free. If you're booking a day tour to explore in Hokkaido, I highly recommend Jenny as your guide! Thank you for a memorable day! 😊

Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip

CHENG ********

2026-08-04 04:53:00

Fantastic 5.0

Buying tickets online is really convenient. You just scan the QR code to enter. We happened to visit when a kindergarten class was on a field trip, and the animal show was full of joy, with everyone immersed in the experience. Klook is super convenient for buying both tickets and package tours.👍

Noboribetsu Marine Park NIXE Admission Ticket

Klook客路用户

2026-10-25 09:35:00

Fantastic 5.0

Guide Jay conducted the tour in three languages. Extremely knowledgeable, he told us about scenic spots, local delicacies and souvenirs. All attractions were well worth visiting, and the scenery at Otaru Port was also beautiful.

Classic one-day tour of Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani, Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch, and Otaru | Departure from Sapporo

Danica ***************

2026-10-29 07:51:52

Fantastic 5.0

Noboribetsu in autumn season is one of the most stunning places I have ever seen! The 1.5H drive is definitely worth it! The view of Mt Yotei from the Niseko Milk Factory is just 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼. Our tourguide, Sei, is also very friendly and tried his best to explain the places we visited. He’s also very helpful in taking good photos!!

Sapporo Noboribetsu Jigokudani & Lake Toya Full-Day Tour with Iconic Photo Stops

클룩 고객

2026-11-08 11:58:36

Great 4.0

The large public bath is spacious, though the open-air hot spring is a bit disappointing. If you plan on doing some sightseeing nearby, be sure to buy discounted advance tickets at the hotel. I recommend this as a 1-night, 2-day itinerary combining the hot spring and nearby sightseeing.

Hotel Yumoto Noboribetsu

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2026-08-06 18:22:24

Fantastic 5.0

The hotel is very large, and the rooms are excellent. They offer turndown service, so after a bath, you return to a freshly made bed. The public bathing area is very spacious, with both indoor and outdoor hot springs. The swimming pool has a waterslide, which the kids absolutely loved. Even if you don't book the buffet for dinner, there are other simple meal options available at the hotel, which is very convenient. Right outside the hotel, to the left, there's a drugstore where you can pick up drinks and snacks while shopping. The hotel is incredibly close to Jigokudani (Hell Valley); it's just a short walk up a small hill. As mentioned, the hotel's outdoor hot spring at the swimming pool offers direct views of Jigokudani.

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Where is Noboribetsu Onsen?

Which onsens in Noboribetsu allow tattoos?

When’s the best time to visit Noboribetsu Onsen?

Where to stay at Noboribetsu Onsen?

Where to eat at Noboribetsu Onsen?

Noboribetsu Onsen is Hokkaido’s most famous hot spring resort, with eleven different types of thermal water. When you visit Noboribetsu Onsen, you can relax in various hot spring baths, including an outdoor bath, an indoor bath, and even a private open-air bath. The mineral-rich waters here are believed to have healing properties, making it a popular destination for relaxation and therapy. Most of Noboribetsu's hot spring water comes from Jigokudani or Hell Valley. This volcanic valley is filled with steam vents, sulfurous streams, and bubbling hot springs. Along with soaking in the hot springs, there are other ways to unwind. You can ask for relaxing massages, enjoy sauna rooms, or swim in the indoor swimming pool. After a day of activities, dining here is fantastic. Many restaurants and buffets offer tasty meals like fresh seafood and traditional kaiseki cuisine. For a unique experience, you can even stay in a traditional onsen ryokan, which has a Japanese-style room with tatami mats and futon beds. With its rich culture and natural beauty, Noboribetsu Onsen is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy Hokkaido. So why wait? Plan your visit to one of Japan's best hot springs!

Noboribetsu Onsen, Noboribetsuonsencho, Noboribetsu, Hokkaido 059-0551, Japan

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Things to do in Noboribetsu Onsen, Hokkaido

Relax in Hot Spring Baths

Relax in a natural hot spring bath at Noboribetsu Onsen. These mineral-rich waters can heal your body and come in different types, like sulfur, salt, and iron. You can pick from outdoor baths and indoor baths with stunning views of the surrounding nature. Soaking in these baths can relieve stress, muscle pain, and even skin issues.

Stay in a Traditional Onsen Ryokan

Make your trip even better by staying at a traditional onsen ryokan. These Japanese-style guest rooms have private outdoor baths and traditional futon beds. Places like Noboribetsu Grand Hotel offer an authentic Hokkaido experience with historic charm and modern amenities.

Request a Relaxing Massage

After soaking in the hot springs, treat yourself to a relaxing massage. Many hotels and ryokans offer massage services. The combination of a hot spring bath and a massage is the best way to feel completely refreshed.

Enjoy a Kaiseki Dinner

Eating at Noboribetsu Onsen is a real treat, especially when you try a traditional kaiseki dinner. This multi-course meal uses fresh, seasonal ingredients that are beautifully prepared and served. Each dish gives you a taste of local flavors, from seafood to vegetables.

Explore Hell Valley

Visit Hell Valley, also called Jigokudani, to see its amazing volcanic landscape. You'll find bubbling hot springs, steam vents, and sulfur-filled streams.

Must-See Sights near Noboribetsu Onsen

Noboribetsu Bear Park

Take a cable car ride up the mountain to Noboribetsu Bear Park. Here, you can observe Hokkaido brown bears in a natural-like environment. The park also has a museum and provides opportunities for close-up interactions with the bears.

Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe

Visit Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe, a fun place for the whole family! The park has a big aquarium that looks like a castle. You can enjoy watching penguins march in parades, see dolphins perform amazing shows, and check out other cool sea animals.

Lake Toya

Lake Toya is only a short drive from Noboribetsu and offers tons of fun outdoor activities. You can go on a boat ride to explore the lake, visit the active volcano Mount Usu, or hike on nearby trails. It's a great place to take beautiful photos and enjoy nature.

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