Tamatsukuri Onsen

A hot spring which has been flowing for 1,300 years whose skin beautifying properties are so great, they are even mentioned in the “Izumo no kuni fudoki,” an ancient historical chronicle of the bygone Izumo Province. The waters of this mildly alkaline hot spring contain an abundance of skin moisturizing metasilicic acid, and some call them a natural facial lotion. The area’s hot spring waters can also be bottled and brought home for personal use or to give as a popular gift. Many studios offering activities such as glasswork are located in the hot spring town area, as well. Tamatsukuriyu-jinja Shrine, located a five minute walk away, is a popular spiritual destination due to its “wishing stone” which is said to grant a wish made while touching it. Many of the area’s hot spring hotels and inns also make their bathhouses open to non-guests, and there are free footbaths for visitors to enjoy.