Akiu Onsen, Hot spring resort in Taihaku-ku, Japan
Akiu Onsen is a spa resort in Taihaku-ku featuring saltwater hot springs that flow through multiple bathing facilities. The various facilities offer thermal baths with mineral-rich waters in different temperatures.
The first records of this place date to the 6th century when the healing properties of the waters became known. Over time, a major spa resort developed, becoming known for its mineral-rich springs.
The name Akiu refers to the natural hot springs that have drawn people for centuries. Visitors wear yukata robes when moving between bathhouses, following local customs that shape daily life in this spa town.
Visitors reach this destination by bus from the west side of Sendai Station in about an hour. It helps to bring comfortable swimwear and towels, as many facilities do not provide these.
Nearby stands a 55-meter waterfall and a gorge with striking rock formations. A walking trail of about 650 meters connects these natural features to the resort area.
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