As the autumn atmosphere gradually becomes stronger, the maple leaves are red all over the mountain, the beautiful autumn scenery of Japan and the secret hot springs are intertwined with an irresistible style. This year, the Red Leaf Season is a little later, and it is the best time for travelers to go to Japan to experience a private Red Leaf Hot Spring Tour. Want to stay away from the crowd and explore the beautiful scenery of the hidden world? Vogue takes everyone to explore the three hidden soup springs, from royal private resorts, warm town stars, to quiet hot spring areas with hundreds of years of history, so that every moment is immersed in the healing of red leaves and hot springs.
Japan's “Maple Hot Spring Secret Land” Recommended #01▼ Tochigi Prefecture “Nasu Hot Spring”
The secret paradise of the Japanese royal family
The Nasu Plateau in Tochigi Prefecture is only about two hours away from Tokyo. It is a secret resort of the Japanese royal family, also known as the “royal back garden”. This hot spring area has a history of more than 1,300 years, and the Nasu Hot Spring here is not only a pilgrimage site for hot spring lovers, but also a treasure house for history lovers to explore Japanese culture. Every autumn, the mountains and forests are dyed, and maple leaves from bright red to deep yellow are spread all over the plateau. Take the cable car to climb the middle belly of Chayuzuki, and look down at the layers of red leaves and quiet mountain scenery of the Nasu Plateau from a high place, as if you are in a gorgeous autumn oil painting.
Recommended stayDaimaru Hot Onsen Hotel”This ancient hotel is famous for visiting the Meiji general Nogi Hinori every year. The buildings here retain the style of the ancient Edo period, making people enjoy the hot springs while also feeling like they have traveled through time. In addition, the filming location of the movie “Roman Bathroom” is a highlight. This 160-year-old hot spring hotel building contains ancient Edo, Meiji and Showa era buildings that make people feel like they are traveling through time, as if they are in a historical scene.
For travelers who are seeking a more private experience, it is recommended to stay in “Nasu Villai”each room has an exclusive private soup, so you can enjoy the quiet experience of red leaves and hot springs without having to go out. In the afternoon, you can choose to board the Chajiuyue Cable Car again, and take a look at the entire red leaf, or walk around the waterfall. The red and yellow scenery is like a dream, making people linger.
Transportation mode: Fly from Taiwan to Tokyo Narita or Haneda Airport, take the Shinkansen to Nasushihara Station for about 2 hours.
Japan's “Maple Hot Spring Secret Land” Recommended #02▼ Kumamoto Prefecture “Kikichi Hot Spring”
A warm and humane town: a perfect fusion of beauty hot springs and autumn night scenes
At Kikuchi Hot Spring in Kumamoto Prefecture, you will experience a double care of skin and soul. Although the hot springs here are only 70 years old, they are famous for their beauty effects. Hot spring water is smooth and rich in minerals, like a natural protective film, keeping the skin moist and shiny in the dry autumn season. Legend has it that when the hot spring was excavated, a white dragon symbolizing courage rushed out from the ground. This legend has become a symbol of local pride and attracted countless hot spring lovers to come and find out.
