Atagawa Onsen

A historic hot spring area sprawling at the foot of the Amagi Mountains said to have been discovered by the samurai and tactician Ota Dokan, known as the builder of Edo Castle. Boasting an abundant number of source springs and hot water production volume, the area is dotted with hot spring turrets from which steam billows. Bustling with tourists year round, nearby sightseeing destinations include Atagawa Yunohana Park, which has a footbath as well as hot spring pond which can be used to boil eggs; Atagawa Tropical and Alligator Garden, which utilizes hot spring heat to raise alligators and cultivate tropical plants; fruit farms which make use of the area’s warm weather to grow mandarin oranges and strawberries; and Atagawa You Yu Beach, which boasts a sweeping view of the Izu Islands. Events such as fireworks shows are also regularly held in the area.