Located in the central part of Nagano Prefecture, Kami-Suwa Onsen town spreads out along the eastern side of Lake Suwa, the prefecture’s largest lake with a perimeter of 16 kilometers. Situated near Lake Suwa is Suwa Taisha (Suwa Grand Shrine), a complex composed of four shrines grouped into two sites. To shrine-goers, Kami-Suwa Onsen has long been known as a destination for those seeking comfort and relaxation.
Renowned as one of the nation’s most abundant hot springs, Kami-Suwa Onsen is a simple hot spring that is mildly to moderately alkaline. The mild quality of the water is said to be beneficial for the skin, as well as recovery from fatigue and stress.
