A beautiful valley and hot springs that boast a long history and popularity.

Jozankei Onsen is one of the most popular hot spring resorts in Hokkaido, attracting about 1.2 million visitors a year. One of the attractions of this resort is that it can be easily reached in less than one hour by car from the center of Sapporo. The spring water is sodium chloride spring water, which makes your body warm to the core. There are 56 sources, and 8,600 liters of 60-80°C hot water gushes out every minute.

The baths were first opened in 1866, when the ascetic monk, Jozan Miizumi, built a therapeutic bathhouse. Jozankei is also famous for its scenic beauty. Visitors can enjoy beautiful seasonal scenery such as Shiraito Falls, Yunotaki Falls, and Maizuru Shatoro. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing walk in nature and enjoy the hot springs. The "Kappa Liner" shuttle bus, which departs from Sapporo Station, Odori, and Susukino, runs 13 times a day (reservation required).

From the bright red Futami Suspension Bridge, which spans the Toyohira River flowing through the hot spring resort area, you can look over Futami Iwa and Kappa Fuchi. The bridge is open from late May to the end of October. In autumn, the gorge is dyed in brocade, a sight not to be missed.