This is a walking tour of a retro hot spring town that strongly retains the atmosphere of the Showa ('50s,'60s) era. Witness the ancient methods of managing hot spring sources, and explore old towns and old roads not found in typical travel guide books.
A guide has lived in Shima Onsen for over 40 years.
You can experience the atmosphere of a retro hot spring town, the history of Shima Onsen and hot spring culture, encounter with local people. If you are lucky, you can also meet wild animals. Enjoy Local sweets.
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Shima, Nakanojo-machi, Japan
Walk through the retro atmosphere of the hot spring town and the old road. (approximately 1.8 miles) Learn the culture and history of hot springs and communicate with the locals.
The meeting place is where you get off the narrow road that goes down to the river side from the Kirinokidaira bus stop (bus stop number SM33).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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