Ogoto Onsen
TypeNatural Hot Spring
The historic Ogoto Onsen has been gushing since the early Showa period. The source is an alkaline simple spring with a pH above 9.0, known for its smooth, silky texture. The large public baths offer a wide range of options, from an infinity open-air bath on the top floor overlooking Lake Biwa to a tasteful open-air bath surrounded by trees. Soaking in the water helps remove dead skin cells, and after bathing the skin feels smooth, which is why it is cherished as a beautiful-skin hot spring.

