Yunomine Onsen

The spring at Yunomine Onsen was discovered approximately 1,800 years ago and is generally considered the oldest hot spring in Japan. The small community of Yunomine is made up of a picturesque group of traditional inns nestled in a small valley in the heart of the sacred Kumano mountains. It is said that these waters change colour seven times a day. Hot water ablutions still take place during the Kumano Hongu Taisha festival in spring.

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