Satsunai Garden Hot Spring (札内ガーデン温泉) is a highly rated day-use onsen. It is located at
55 Satsunai Kitamachi in the town of Makubetsu, Nakagawa District, Hokkaido Prefecture,
Japan.
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| Satsunai Garden Hot Spring |
Satsunai Garden Hot Spring Details
Satsunai Garden Hot Spring offers a truly unique
bathing experience with its rare moor hot spring water, a natural
resource recognized as a Hokkaido Heritage Site. Known for its distinctive
dark color rich in organic plant matter, this hot spring warms the body
deeply and leaves the skin feeling smooth and rejuvenated.
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| Satsunai Garden Hot Spring - Makubetsu town, Hokkaido Prefecture |
A Rare and Mineral-Rich Hot Spring
Satsunai Garden Hot Springs uses 100% natural moor hot
spring water that springs from deep underground. This mineral-rich water
has been cherished since ancient times for its healing and beautifying
properties. Visitors can soak in several types of baths, including a large
public bath, rock bath, jet vibrator bath, and open-air bath, each designed
to provide a relaxing and invigorating experience.
Satsunai Garden Hot Spring's facade
In addition, the facility offers both Japanese-style and
Western-style baths, which are switched weekly for men and women,
allowing each guest to enjoy a unique bathing atmosphere depending on the week
of their visit.
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| Some of the ducks are enjoying the dry land after swimming around the moat |
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| Satsunai Garden Hot Spring's moat |
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| Carp feed vending machine |
A Rich History Behind the Springs
The hot spring’s location has an interesting history.
Originally part of Sawada Park, the site underwent multiple developments
over the years, including being acquired by Obihiro Fuji Concrete Co., Ltd. and
later Daewoo Corporation. The hot spring was officially drilled in 1986,
reaching a temperature of 43.3°C at a depth of 1,212 meters, with a flow
rate of 1.7 tons per minute.
After several renovations and reopening periods, Satsunai
Garden Hot Springs now features modern amenities while preserving its
historical charm. In December 2023, the outdoor space was enhanced with
a barrel sauna and high- and low-temperature tent saunas,
offering visitors a relaxing nature retreat.
Photos inside Satsunai Garden Hot Spring
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| Onsen ticketing machine |
Modern Facilities for Comfort and Relaxation
The facility is designed to cater to all visitors, with:
- First
floor: Japanese-style restroom and lobby seating
- Second
floor: Nap room and additional restrooms
- Fifth
floor: Members-only comic and internet corner
Guests receive a numbered wristband at the counter
for easy access, and elevators are available for convenience. Surveillance
cameras ensure safety while you unwind.
Team Nicerio visits Satsunai Garden Hot Spring
My family and I visited Satsunai Garden Hot Spring
for the first time on November 4, 2023, which was the second day of our three-day
Culture Day Road Trip. This marked my 733rd day in Japan
as an ALT under the JET Programme. This place was the last destination on our
itinerary for the day. It’s also a perfect way to wrap up the second day of our
adventure – with a relaxing onsen dip.
Satsunai Garden Hot Spring Fees
Adults pay 750 yen on weekdays and 800 yen on weekends.
Children (elementary and younger) pay 450 yen on weekdays
and 500 yen on weekends.
Infants (3 years and below) pay 60 yen on weekdays and 80
yen on weekends.
Satsunai Garden Hot Spring Operating Hours
The facility is open daily from 10:00 to 24:00 all year
round, with bathing reservations accepted until 23:30.
Why Visit Satsunai Garden Hot Spring
Satsunai Garden Hot Springs is more than a bathing facility;
it is a complete relaxation and wellness destination. From soaking in
its rare moor hot spring water to enjoying multiple bath styles, saunas,
and modern amenities, visitors leave feeling refreshed, revitalized, and deeply
connected to Hokkaido’s natural beauty. This destination is perfect for
travelers seeking wellness, history, and a truly unique Japanese onsen
experience.
Getting to Satsunai Garden Hot Spring
There are several ways to reach Satsunai Garden Hot Spring, but this is the route I’m most familiar with. From Obihiro Station, go to Platform 7 at the Obihiro Station Bus Terminal and board the 21 Nansho Akashiya Line operated by the Tokachi Bus Company.
Get off at the Satsunaikitamachi bus stop and walk for about 1.4 kilometers to Satsunai Garden Hot Spring.
Travel time: 36 minutes
Fare: 280 yen
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