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Horoshin Spa , also called Horoshin Onsen ( ほろしん温泉 ), is Numata’s most famous hot spring hotel. It is located at 377 Horoshin, in the town of Numata in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Horoshin Spa Horoshin Spa details Horoshin Spa was discovered by the chief priest of Eitokuji in 1928, who believed it was a sacred Kannon water. After a water quality analysis test was conducted in 1963, it was confirmed that the water was effective for neuralgia, rheumatism, and diabetes. Since then, it has evolved into a famous hot spring destination. Horoshin Spa - Numata town, Hokkaido Prefecture At the  Horoshin Spa , you can soak in the simple sulfur cold spring water that has a faint scent of sulfur. Not only it warms your body and revitalizes your skin, but it also offers a beautiful and serene view of the Shokan mountain range and the Horoni Tachibetsu River. Soaking in the open-air bath while enjoying the breath of nature on your bare skin is an experience that you won't forget. Horoshin Spa

Klaus 15 Steam Locomotive  / Claus 15 Steam Locomotive ( クラウス15号蒸気機関車 ) is a preserved steam engine, it is located across the street from Horoshin Spa in Horoshin in the town of Numata in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Klaus 15 Steam Locomotive Klaus 15 Steam Locomotive Details Fondly called Klaus 15 by some locals, this steam locomotive has a fascinating history that dates back to the Meiji period in 1889 when it was manufactured in Munich, Germany. It was later imported to Kyushu Railway and played an important role in transporting coal on the railway in Numata Town, Hokkaido. Klaus 15 Steam Locomotive - Numata town, Hokkaido Prefecture The  Klaus 15 Steam Locomotive  is the oldest small steam locomotive in existence, making it a rare piece of history. It was also active as a coal freight car transporter on the dedicated freight line of the Meiji Showa Mining Office until December 1967. Today, this fantastic piece of machinery is on display in front of the  Horoshin Onsen Firefly Mu

Ebishima Station ( 恵比島駅 ) is a train station that is popularly known as a filming location for the TV drama and later on movie Suzuran. It is located at 357 Ebishima, in the town of Numata in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Ebishima Station   Ebishima Station Details Ebishima Station was opened in 1910 as a general station on the Fukagawa Station - Rumoi Station Railway In-Ryumo Line. It served as a branch station of the Rumoi Railway Totsu Station - Tachibetsu Station after 1930. However, in 1971, the Rumoi Railway was abolished, and Ebishima Station was left abandoned. It was inherited by JR Hokkaido in 1987 due to the division and privatization of JNR, but passenger operations were unmanned. Ebishima Station - Numata town, Hokkaido Prefecture Travelers can experience a piece of history by visiting this abandoned station. The station building has been reconstructed and serves as a freight train station building. In addition, it was used in the filming of NHK's serial TV novel &qu