A hot spring resort with a long history, mentioned in literature from the Heian period and one of the most renowned in the prefecture. The spring water is relatively hot, and the abundant volume of water is one of its charms. You can enjoy strolling through a nostalgic hot spring town rich in history and culture, with attractions such as the Edo-period playhouse Yachiyoza and the Yamaga Lantern Festival, held every August, where women dance with golden lanterns balanced on their heads.