Hokkaido Heritage moor hot spring and a self-löyly sauna. Surrounded by Tokachi's majestic nature
Hokkaido Otofuke Town
"Tokachigawa Onsen Kangetsuen" is a hot spring ryokan in Otofuke Town, Kato District, Hokkaido. Located on the banks of the majestic Tokachi River, it offers guests the chance to fully enjoy the rare moor hot spring, which has been designated as part of Hokkaido Heritage. Rich in plant-derived organic compounds, the water is renowned as a bijin no yu, a beauty bath that leaves the skin smooth and supple. The sauna is in the authentic Finnish style, and its standout feature is self-löyly. Its excellent pairing with the icy cold plunge bath, which uses groundwater from the clear Satsunai River, a tributary of the Tokachi, is another highlight. From the open-air bath, you can take in sweeping panoramic views of the vast Tokachi landscape and enjoy a blissful totonou experience while feeling the seasonal breeze.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A rare moor hot spring found in only a few places in the world, gushing from a peat layer formed by ancient plants. The amber-colored water is rich in natural moisturizing ingredients and is beloved as a bijin no yu that leaves the skin silky smooth. In the open-air bath overlooking the expansive scenery of Tokachi, you can spend a luxurious moment feeling the gifts of nature all over your body.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)
Capacity12people
A self-löyly sauna inspired by authentic Finnish style. By pouring water over heated sauna stones, pleasant steam and heat fill the room, gently encouraging perspiration from deep within the body. While the temperature is relatively mild, the high humidity raises the perceived heat, creating a space that delivers deep relaxation.
Water QualityTap Water
Capacity4people
A luxurious cold plunge bath using groundwater from the clear Satsunai River in Tokachi. Although it varies by season, its defining feature is its crisp, low-temperature setting, which quickly cools the body after a sauna session. You can enjoy the smooth feel of pure natural water on the skin and its outstanding refreshing sensation.
Closed Days: None
080-0263 13-2 Tokachigawa Onsen Minami, Otofuke Town, Kato District, Hokkaido
Gender Access
Gender Separated
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
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Hokkaido Heritage moor hot spring and a self-löyly sauna. Surrounded by Tokachi's majestic nature
Hokkaido Otofuke Town
"Tokachigawa Onsen Kangetsuen" is a hot spring ryokan in Otofuke Town, Kato District, Hokkaido. Located on the banks of the majestic Tokachi River, it offers guests the chance to fully enjoy the rare moor hot spring, which has been designated as part of Hokkaido Heritage. Rich in plant-derived organic compounds, the water is renowned as a bijin no yu, a beauty bath that leaves the skin smooth and supple. The sauna is in the authentic Finnish style, and its standout feature is self-löyly. Its excellent pairing with the icy cold plunge bath, which uses groundwater from the clear Satsunai River, a tributary of the Tokachi, is another highlight. From the open-air bath, you can take in sweeping panoramic views of the vast Tokachi landscape and enjoy a blissful totonou experience while feeling the seasonal breeze.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A rare moor hot spring found in only a few places in the world, gushing from a peat layer formed by ancient plants. The amber-colored water is rich in natural moisturizing ingredients and is beloved as a bijin no yu that leaves the skin silky smooth. In the open-air bath overlooking the expansive scenery of Tokachi, you can spend a luxurious moment feeling the gifts of nature all over your body.
Sauna TypeDry Sauna
Stove TypeConvection Stove (Sauna Stone)
Capacity12people
A self-löyly sauna inspired by authentic Finnish style. By pouring water over heated sauna stones, pleasant steam and heat fill the room, gently encouraging perspiration from deep within the body. While the temperature is relatively mild, the high humidity raises the perceived heat, creating a space that delivers deep relaxation.
Water QualityTap Water
Capacity4people
A luxurious cold plunge bath using groundwater from the clear Satsunai River in Tokachi. Although it varies by season, its defining feature is its crisp, low-temperature setting, which quickly cools the body after a sauna session. You can enjoy the smooth feel of pure natural water on the skin and its outstanding refreshing sensation.
Closed Days: None
080-0263 13-2 Tokachigawa Onsen Minami, Otofuke Town, Kato District, Hokkaido
Gender Access
Gender Separated
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn more