With about 150 hot springs and about 1400 small branches. Soaking in hot springs, immersing yourself in nature is the best way to relax that people across Japan love. And since ancient times it has become a part of Japanese culture.
Hot spring - Onsen, in Sino-Vietnamese is On Tuyen, "On" means warm, hot. "Tuyen" means stream. Outdoor onsen is also called rotenburo or notenburo, you can soak in the warm water and relax in nature.
Let's visit Arima Onsen, one of the oldest hot springs in Japan, located in Kita, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. According to the Nihon Shoki, which was established during the Nara period, in 631, Emperor Jomei stayed at Arima Onsen for 3 months. In addition, Seishou Nagon's work "Makura No Shoshi" also mentioned this area. (source: internet).
When you come here, you will feel a sense of peace, breathe in the gentle air and watch the babbling streams.
Like being lost in an ancient town hundreds of years ago, the antiquity exudes from the unique architecture, the paths leading to the temple, and the mysterious ancient wells.
Article and photos: Kieu Trang
